[merlin3008]

Originally Posted by JMatt88

I'm sorry... But that is Hilarious ! Millions of dollars worth of cars on board... Buy the guy a plane ticket from the USA back to Europe.

Oh believe me I was laughing when I heard. I think it's more about Homeland Security than about expense. If his name wasn't on the manifest, he can't be brought ashore.

[JMatt88]

UPDATES 9:30 AM 9/25

Carmen - 1d 12H - arriving Halifax

Galveston Highway - Anchored - SE Isle of Wight UK
Probably doing a security sweep of the ship offshore.

Toscana - Docked Baltimore

Tonsberg - 156 Hours out of Europe, Should be back in range soon.

Tomar - 92 Hours out of Europe

Otello - In Range - South of Norway, enroute Zebrugge




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[JMatt88]

Originally Posted by Motoxer

Hey guys new here. I've been following your conversation as my M235i is on Galveston Highway. Been watching this ship sail in circles for almost a week now.
My CA called me this morning with no explanation other than maybe a recall on the diesel cars due to this whole software scam between VW and possibly BMW. I hope thats not the case. I like the sound of a stow away better.

As of 3:30 PM EST she's still anchored off the coast of the UK. I would guess if it were a recall they would have already returned to port to offload cars. Or... just not unloaded them in the USA. If it were a stowaway I could see (as a security precaution) not allowing them to make Port until a security sweep was completed. These ships carry a LOT of cars and trunks to hide in.


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[merlin3008]

Just called the Genius. The Galveston Highway is still showing arrival in Charleston on 10/9. I think it goes to Baltimore first. That sets me up for my PCD slot, but it's close. They don't have any information on the reason for delay. The Performance Center staff are the ones who told me about the stowaway and it seems to be a likely scenario.

[JMatt88]

I'm feelin' you guys on this one, I'd probably be a little upset. K Line America has that ship and time is money. They have every motivation to get her moving.



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[merlin3008]

It is what it is. Just have to hope it gets moving soon.

[merlin3008]

Anyone have any new info? Ship is still at anchor in the English Channel.

[jvo5319]

Hey guys, I have a car on this ship as well. I'm going to try to contact them tomorrow to see what's going on.

http://www.kline.com/KAMCorpInfo/Con...ne-America.asp

This whole experience has been very frustrating. Car was originally set to hit Brunswick on the 30th : (

[merlin3008]

Originally Posted by jvo5319

Hey guys, I have a car on this ship as well. I'm going to try to contact them tomorrow to see what's going on.

http://www.kline.com/KAMCorpInfo/Con...ne-America.asp

This whole experience has been very frustrating. Car was originally set to hit Brunswick on the 30th : (

Let me know what you find out.

[merlin3008]

Originally Posted by Motoxer

I share in your frustration believe me. This is unacceptable. After waiting months to get to this stage and at least knowing an estimated amount of build time, port time and shipping time, we have no idea how long this ship could sit here. Maybe a week maybe longer, hopefully less.
I'm already starting to look at other cars. The estimated shipping time can be anywhere from 7 to what like 14 days? Then possibly a week between being at port of entry, being hauled to the dealer and dealer prep. And thats if the ship set sail today. Apologies for the rant but I've never bought a car in this way and I don't think I will again. Im starting to get angry.

I share your frustration, but this is all part of ordering a car from overseas. If we didn't have access to all of the real time location data, we wouldn't even know about the delay.

[merlin3008]

Good news. I just looked this morning and the Galveston Highway is moving again. It's stated destination is Baltimore with an ETA of 10/6. That reconciles with the schedule on K Line's website. That puts it in Brunswick on 10/8 and Charleston on 10/9. Fingers crossed.

[jvo5319]

Yup. Looks like she's moving again guys!

[JMatt88]

VERY Happy to see you guys moving again !

Meanwhile Carmen 4 is a full day ahead of schedule
Pulling into NYC tomorrow afternoon...



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[Bmwguy11]

It's back onto its original path and almost out to sea.

[bp-plickner]

Good deal!

"Perseverance Furthers"

Bmwguy11, those are some nice maps.

[JMatt88]

Carmen Arrived NY/NJ 09/29/2015 11:30 AM

Pics Attached (Crossing under the Verrazano passing Staten Island)








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[an4691]

Originally Posted by JMatt88

Carmen Arrived NY/NJ 09/29/2015 11:30 AM

Pics Attached (Crossing under the Verrazano passing Staten Island)








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The ships here! Moored in Bayonne!
I live just 7 miles away, a 15 minute drive. Oh the irony!

[JMatt88]

Cars are on the dock and here comes the weather including a friggin hurricane !

Oh, the humanity...

Evacuate the BMW's first !

Leave the Lexuses, Lex-i, uh... Leave the Japanese cars !


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[merlin3008]

Of course there's a hurricane. I mean why would anything on this journey go smoothly? For what it's worth, I got an ETA for the Galveston Highway from the K Line today. They really do answer the phone and answer questions. They currently have it arriving in Charleston on 10/9 after Baltimore and Brunswick. Finger are still crossed.

[merlin3008]

Just curious...does anyone know a ballpark number on how many cars one of these RO-RO carriers can hold? They look immense.

[bp-plickner]

a couple to 3 thousand for sure. google it

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/07/15/au...cars.html?_r=0

[merlin3008]

Originally Posted by bp-plickner

a couple to 3 thousand for sure. google it

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/07/15/au...cars.html?_r=0

Just found that same article. The ship they feature can hold 5,500 but some others hold upwards of 8,000. I had no idea these ships were so big. Pretty cool.