The Meerkat Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 hi all, is there an update on the arrival of the 56. basically so i an set things aside for them also is there any plans to pay monthly as that would make lot things easier 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BR Blue Posted November 2, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 2, 2023 10 minutes ago, The Meerkat said: hi all, is there an update on the arrival of the 56. basically so i an set things aside for them also is there any plans to pay monthly as that would make lot things easier The class 56 is available from retailers not direct from Cavalex so how could there be a payment plan? It is up to individual retailers. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold franciswilliamwebb Posted November 2, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 2, 2023 39 minutes ago, The Meerkat said: also is there any plans to pay monthly as that would make lot things easier I think Colletts Model Shop have some kind of scheme along those lines if I remember correctly. Check their website… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRC Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 hour ago, franciswilliamwebb said: I think Colletts Model Shop have some kind of scheme along those lines if I remember correctly. Check their website… They do. I have used it for exactly that reason and have two on order. Be warned though, they are due this month and Leigh has already asked for final balance payments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Meerkat Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 hour ago, franciswilliamwebb said: I think Colletts Model Shop have some kind of scheme along those lines if I remember correctly. Check their website… 1 minute ago, IRC said: They do. I have used it for exactly that reason and have two on order. Be warned though, they are due this month and Leigh has already asked for final balance payments. thank you both 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atom3624 Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 If unsure, just give Leigh a call. That's what I've done with mine. Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold adb968008 Posted November 3, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 3, 2023 On 07/09/2023 at 22:03, RBE said: The factories current delivery date is November. Are all versions coming at once or staggered ? its going to be an exciting month. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted November 6, 2023 Share Posted November 6, 2023 On 03/11/2023 at 10:18, adb968008 said: Are all versions coming at once or staggered ? its going to be an exciting month. In one batch. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium ERIC ALLTORQUE Posted November 11, 2023 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 11, 2023 On 06/11/2023 at 11:26, RBE said: In one batch. Are these on the way or is the Nov date when the factory is expected to be finished production,are you aiming to have these in the wild at Warley? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at C&M Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 4 hours ago, ERIC ALLTORQUE said: Are these on the way or is the Nov date when the factory is expected to be finished production,are you aiming to have these in the wild at Warley? Spoke with Cav yesterday. Realistically, factoring in transport, customs clearance, QC checks, distribution to retailers, and then re-distribution by retailers etc. etc., they are unlikely to be available by Christmas, so that should see them being on the shop shelves in early January. It is hoped to have the first samples off the production line in Cavalex's hands by the time of the Warley show, so you should be able to see exactly what you are getting at the NEC show. 7 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatthewEWS Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 7 hours ago, Mike at C&M said: Spoke with Cav yesterday. Realistically, factoring in transport, customs clearance, QC checks, distribution to retailers, and then re-distribution by retailers etc. etc., they are unlikely to be available by Christmas, so that should see them being on the shop shelves in early January. It is hoped to have the first samples off the production line in Cavalex's hands by the time of the Warley show, so you should be able to see exactly what you are getting at the NEC show. Interesting as this seems to contradict what Cav said in a Facebook comment on Friday - ‘due into stock with retailers early December’. Would be good to confirm Either way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at C&M Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 7 hours ago, MatthewEWS said: Interesting as this seems to contradict what Cav said in a Facebook comment on Friday - ‘due into stock with retailers early December’. Would be good to confirm Either way I haven't been able to find Cav's Facebook post. but I am happy to be corrected. I will throw in the following from our experience of waiting for models to arrive from China. If the ship changes route or incurs delays (finding berths when everyone else is getting their Christmas stuff unloaded becomes a realistic scenario here), or if Customs are being bl**dy-minded, you can easily find what you expected to happen on a certain day slips... and slips.... Pin-pointing the exact date is as unpredictable as knowing when the latest Icelandic volcano eruption is going to take place. You know it's going to happen, but just cannot say exactly when. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradfordbuffer Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 1 hour ago, Mike at C&M said: I haven't been able to find Cav's Facebook post. but I am happy to be corrected. I will throw in the following from our experience of waiting for models to arrive from China. If the ship changes route or incurs delays (finding berths when everyone else is getting their Christmas stuff unloaded becomes a realistic scenario here), or if Customs are being bl**dy-minded, you can easily find what you expected to happen on a certain day slips... and slips.... Pin-pointing the exact date is as unpredictable as knowing when the latest Icelandic volcano eruption is going to take place. You know it's going to happen, but just cannot say exactly when. How inconsiderate of a few world events delaying the toy trains arrive in the hands of grown men! 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatthewEWS Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 1 hour ago, Mike at C&M said: I haven't been able to find Cav's Facebook post. but I am happy to be corrected. I will throw in the following from our experience of waiting for models to arrive from China. If the ship changes route or incurs delays (finding berths when everyone else is getting their Christmas stuff unloaded becomes a realistic scenario here), or if Customs are being bl**dy-minded, you can easily find what you expected to happen on a certain day slips... and slips.... Pin-pointing the exact date is as unpredictable as knowing when the latest Icelandic volcano eruption is going to take place. You know it's going to happen, but just cannot say exactly when. It was a comment on someone looking for a Class 56 for sale - but either way, totally understand it’s not a simple process, just trying to plan for my wallets sake! 🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 11 hours ago, MatthewEWS said: Interesting as this seems to contradict what Cav said in a Facebook comment on Friday - ‘due into stock with retailers early December’. Would be good to confirm Either way Just to clarify the situation as there seems to be some confusion in the matter. Firstly it was Alex that spoke to Mike at C&M on Friday, not me, so that is probably where the confusion has occured. On Friday during my post on Facebook I had not been made aware of the latest information from the factory, whereas Alex had been in communication with the factory that day and hence was able to give Mike the latest info. As of today the situation is that we are currently assessing and giving final feedback to the factory on the final production models with our last minute revisions being made to the production models, which are currently awaiting shipment, over the next week or two. As mentioned to Mike on Friday we are expecting the models to be with us during December but by the time that checks and distribution takes place it is likely to be just after Christmas before they arrive in customers hands. We apologise for any confusion regarding the shipment of these. Regards Cav 7 1 3 1 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold adb968008 Posted November 12, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 12, 2023 (edited) Looks like I can afford a Turkey for christmas afterall. it would have looked a bit odd serving up the GBRF 56 pair on a dinner table on Xmas day to look at whilst eating toast if i’d spent up on 56’s. Edited November 12, 2023 by adb968008 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium E100 Posted November 12, 2023 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 12, 2023 That'll be nice for stopping the January blues :D 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradfordbuffer Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 10 hours ago, E100 said: That'll be nice for stopping the January blues :D Large logo or small? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium E100 Posted November 13, 2023 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 13, 2023 22 minutes ago, bradfordbuffer said: Large logo or small? Small with 56008 was the eventual choice. Can't be too bling now can we... ...looks in a 56049 direction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Southwich Posted November 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted November 19, 2023 The first production grid arrived down under late last week, and was fortunate to be tested on @P.C.M’s excellent Llanbourne layout yesterday. Looked right at home albeit in need of some weathering! Kind regards, Will 25 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold uk_pm Posted November 19, 2023 RMweb Gold Share Posted November 19, 2023 It looks absolutely superb. You are right about the weathering; but it's ok to look ex-works when it is ex-works, surely? Thanks for sharing the pictures. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted November 21, 2023 Share Posted November 21, 2023 We’re excited to share that production Class 56 models have arrived with us for final sign off before the full batch are shipped to the UK. All production models and bodyshells will be available to view on our stand at the Warley Exhibition this coming weekend. Delivery of the Class 56 is anticipated early next year, subject to shipping and QC times. Thanks to Pete at Llanbourne in Australia for allowing us to run 56008 on his superb layout! 14 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Fair Oak Junction Posted November 21, 2023 RMweb Premium Share Posted November 21, 2023 That looks fantastic, can't wait to see these appearing on layouts 👌 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimleygrid Posted November 21, 2023 Share Posted November 21, 2023 I have to confess that it is rather difficult choosing my favourite from all the models....however, whilst I preferred Original Railfreight to Red Stripe Railfreight, there is something very nice about 019! It looks incredible. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBE Posted November 21, 2023 Share Posted November 21, 2023 Agreed, the model of 019 looks incredible. 019 was always a fav of mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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