I’ve cracked and gone for a car in stock at the dealers. I kept asking about availability and they kept brushing it off so I found it on the website myself. It’s more expensive but I’ve convinced myself that the extra bells and whistles will be worth it now!

Also on the V60 the r design has lost quite a few features in MY22 so I’ve also convinced myself it’s better value: powered drivers seat, front fog lights, headlight cleaners, some extra lighting etc

I pick it up on Tuesday.

I bet you're super excited now!

So, have you gone for a 21 plate Late MY2021? If so, which features will have on it, that you would have lost on the MY2022.

It's crazy they announce a new Google Infotainment system and it's the best thing they have ever had, whilst also announcing (or not in our case) that you lose things like Park Pilot, Laminated Windows and Electronic Child Locks!

If you don't mind me asking, what is the full spec of your car you've gone with (additions to standard equipment I mean)?

Dealers had a fresh update today on this problem with shortage of semiconductors , for those concerned ...

Have you been told what the update is?

Thanks for the heads up.

That’s correct it’s a late MY21 model: V60 R Design in Birch Light (wasn’t a first choice colour but it looks good in person). When I go through the price lists these are the things missing in MY22 for the v60 r design are: Power drivers seat, Front LED fog lights with cornering, Heated windscreen wipers, Bending headlights and shadow tech (no idea what this is), Leather steering wheel (I think the steering wheel now is a leather free alternative), Headlight cleaning system and Front and rear door pocket and cup holder illumination.

I only have three additional add one above the standard R design spec: climate pack (heated rear seats, windscreen and steering wheel), smartphone integration and the 19 inch alloys.

alas no but they would have had the message

It sounds like a real beauty! How are you enjoying it.

I'm very jealous now and can't wait to pick up mine.

I have now had an update on my ETD...

I am pretty impressed actually, as it is between the first and second week in June!

I was told that anyone who had their MY2021 orders cancelled were being given high priority but I thought that was just being said to make those of us who had our orders cancelled feel better, but apparently we have been prioritised.

I can't wait to get it, it feels like a long time coming.

Good news! It sounds like you have been prioritised - mine is a new MY22 order placed beginning of April, and I’ve been advised delivery 2nd or 3rd week in June. The wait is a killer!

You're absolutely right about waiting! I think mine will end up being the same as yours, the 2nd or 3rd week, maybe even the 4th but fingers crossed.

I'm not sure if the hand over process will be a Covid mad one. Something along the lines of "your car is over there, here's an envelope with your keys in a plastic bag. Bye".....

I am looking forward to seeing how good the new Android OS is. I have all my music geared up on a pendrive and am ready to play a bit of Bon jovi through the Bowers and Wilkins!!!!

Roll on June :)