In general, management does not like to make dealer trades or order vehicles. They have the attitude that they have plenty of inventory on the lot and the salesman should be able to make you happy with something in inventory. That's what they pay him for.
Another thing that complicates locating/ordering vehicles is that they will want you to make some kind of deposit to show them you are serious and for them to set their efforts in motion. Even if you have no problem with that, the problem is that in California, by law your deposit is 100% refundable if you decide to back out of the deal, and trust me, that's exactly what happens more often than not. Then they are stuck with the truck they procured for you. My experience also tells me they could be worried about getting stuck with a regular cab truck. I know you have your reasons for wanting one, but they are hard to sell. Hope this adds a little insight. Of course, I could be wrong in your specific case, because I really know nothing about your dealer.
It's also not the end of the month anymore, and that really could make a difference. If your salesman wasn't all over you on the phone on the 31st, he's either lazy or had better deals to work on.
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