How to Order a 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Deposit, Timeline, Allocation
2027 Silverado 1500 · Factory Orders Open Now · Okarche, OK
How to Order a 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Deposit, Timeline, Allocation
Order banks are open. Here's exactly how a custom order works at Carter: the deposit, the timeline, what GM does with a sold order, and how to make sure yours gets built
Quick answer: Carter Chevrolet is taking factory orders for the redesigned 2027 Silverado 1500 right now. Send us your build (or build it with us over the phone), put down a $1,000 non-refundable deposit that comes off the price at delivery, and we enter it in GM's system as a sold order, which GM prioritizes over dealer stock orders. Typical order-to-delivery is 6 to 8 weeks depending on allocation, constraints and the plant schedule. No doc fee, no addendum, no market adjustment on an ordered truck, same as everything else we sell.
How a 2027 Silverado Order Works, Step by Step
1. Build the truck
Use Chevrolet's Build & Price tool to spec the cab, bed, engine, trim, color and packages, and save or screenshot the summary page. Or just tell us what you want and we'll build it with you; most people have three or four things they care about and we'll fill in the rest the way the trucks usually sell. If you're deciding between the 2.7L TurboMax, the new V8s and the Duramax, the 2027 redesign guide walks through them.
2. Send us the configuration
Email or text us the build summary, or bring it in. We check it against the current order guide for anything GM won't let you combine, anything on constraint that would hold the order up, and anything you'd regret leaving off (a trailer brake controller on a truck that tows, for instance). Then we price it: MSRP plus destination, no doc fee, no addendum, minus whatever GM incentives apply at delivery.
3. Put down the deposit and we enter the order
A custom order takes a $1,000 deposit. It is non-refundable, and it is applied to your purchase price when the truck arrives. We ask for it because once we submit the order, GM is building a truck to your spec, and we're committing allocation to you instead of to a stock unit. The moment the deposit is in, we enter the order in GM's system flagged as sold with your name on it.
4. GM picks it up for production
This is the part most people don't know. GM assigns build slots to dealers through allocation, and sold orders get priority over dealer stock orders when the plant pulls from the pool. A sold order with a customer's name on it is more likely to get picked up in the next cycle, and sometimes GM pulls sold orders ahead even when a dealer's regular allocation is thin. That's why we push you to get the order in rather than wait for one to show up on the lot. We'll give you the order number and keep you posted as it moves through GM's status codes, from accepted to scheduled to built to shipped.
5. Build, ship, deliver
Right now we're quoting 6 to 8 weeks from order to delivery for a 2027 Silverado 1500. That moves with allocation, parts constraints and the plant schedule, so treat it as typical, not guaranteed; we'll tell you if your specific build is on constraint before you commit. When it lands we inspect it, finish the paperwork, and either hand you the keys in Okarche or deliver it to your driveway anywhere in the OKC metro at no charge.
Order It or Buy It Off the Lot?
Order a 2027 If...
- You want a specific color, engine and package combination and you're willing to wait 6 to 8 weeks for it.
- You want the redesign: the new V8s, the 10-speed on every engine, the 16.3-inch screen.
- You'd rather pay MSRP for exactly the right truck than take a compromise that's sitting here today.
Buy a 2026 Off the Lot If...
- You need a truck this month. We have 100-plus 2026 Silverado 1500s on the ground, every cab and engine.
- You want October's money: 0% for 60 months or up to $4,250 consumer cash on a 2026, which does not carry over to a 2027 order.
- You're fine with the current truck, which is still the best-selling thing in Oklahoma for a reason.
Either Way
- No doc fee, no addendum, no market adjustment. Ordered trucks included.
- Trade-in applies. We'll give you a number now and confirm it when the truck arrives.
- We'll run both paths side by side so you can see what the wait is actually worth.
What You Should Know Before You Order
- Incentives are set at delivery, not at order. GM's programs change monthly. The offers that apply to your 2027 are whichever ones are running the month you take delivery. We can't lock October's 2026 Silverado offers onto a 2027 order, and nobody else can either.
- Constraints are real. Early in a model year certain colors, wheels and packages go on constraint and can push an order out. We check your build against the current constraint list before we submit and tell you where the risk is.
- Changes after submission are limited. Minor changes are usually possible until GM schedules the build; after that the spec is locked. Get the build right before the deposit.
- Your deposit is non-refundable. It comes off the price at delivery. If you're not sure you'll take the truck, buy from stock instead.
- Financing happens when the truck lands. You can get pre-approved now so there's no surprise, and we'll finalize the loan on arrival with whatever GM Financial program is current.
- You'll have an order number. Ask us for the status any time; we can see where it is in GM's system.
Why Order Through Carter
Allocation
- We're one of the highest-volume Silverado dealers in Oklahoma, and allocation follows sales. More slots means your sold order gets scheduled sooner.
- We know which builds the plant is pulling and which are stuck, because we've got orders in the system every week.
Honest Pricing
- MSRP plus destination. No doc fee, no addendum, no "ordered truck" markup.
- Whatever GM incentive applies at delivery comes off, every dollar of it.
Delivery to Your Door
- Free delivery anywhere in the OKC metro, and we ship to all 50 states for buyers who found us for a specific build.
- Value your trade from photos; e-sign the paperwork; never make the drive if you don't want to.
Ordering a heavy-duty instead? The 2027 Silverado HD program is separate; start with what's new on the 2027 HD and call us. Shopping the whole truck line, Colorado through 3500HD, before you decide? Every Chevy pickup compared.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I order a 2027 Chevy Silverado 1500 now?
Yes. Order banks for the redesigned 2027 Silverado 1500 are open and Carter Chevrolet in Okarche, Oklahoma is taking custom orders. Send us your build, put down a $1,000 deposit, and we submit it to GM as a sold order.
How long does a 2027 Silverado order take?
Typically 6 to 8 weeks from order to delivery, depending on GM allocation, parts constraints and the plant schedule. Builds with constrained colors or packages can take longer; we'll flag those before you commit.
How much is the deposit, and is it refundable?
$1,000, and it is non-refundable. It is applied to your purchase price when the truck is delivered. We ask for it because a custom order commits allocation and a factory build to you specifically.
Do I pay more for an ordered truck than one on the lot?
No. An ordered truck is MSRP plus destination, with no doc fee, no dealer addendum and no market adjustment, minus whatever GM incentives are in effect when you take delivery. The only thing you give up by ordering is today's incentive on an in-stock 2026.
Do current incentives apply to a 2027 order?
No. GM incentives are set monthly and apply at delivery. The October 2026 offers (0% for 60 months, consumer cash) are on the 2026 Silverado 1500 only. Your 2027 gets whatever program is running the month it arrives.
Can I change my order after it's submitted?
Usually yes until GM schedules the build, after which the spec is locked. Get the configuration right before the deposit; we'll review it with you against the order guide so nothing gets missed.
Get Your 2027 Silverado in the System
Send the build, we enter the sold order, and GM starts looking for a slot. Six to eight weeks later it's in your driveway.
About the author: Jason Leck is the General Manager of Carter Chevrolet in Okarche, Oklahoma, a family-owned Chevrolet dealer since 1973 and one of the state's highest-volume Silverado stores. He writes the dealership's buying guides so shoppers can make a decision before they ever talk to a salesperson. Meet the team.