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#12042 of 12160 Re: Need opinion on Sienna LE quote [ywallet] by isodyok

Sep 23, 2012 (8:07 pm)

Replying to: ywallet (Sep 21, 2012 1:36 pm)
Congratulations. One can only do what the local market and time affords. I traveled 170 miles for my purchase. Enjoy the new van.
 
In my opinion the extended warranty (called VSA - Vehicle Service Agreement by Toyota) is a good investment if you plan to keep the car well beyond the 3yr basic warranty. Given the complex systems in today's cars a single repair can be as costly as the price of protection plan. The non-powertrain related items (power doors etc) may not be as reliable as powertrain in the long-term.
 
If you decide to purchase, try toyotaofdanville, IL or Midwest Toyota, KS (midwestsuperstore.com) -- more details at siennachat. The same plan offered by the dealer can be purchased for about 1040 (the platinum plan, highest coverage with zero deductible) plus you may save on sales tax. All dealerships sell the same plans backed by Toyota and can be purchased before the basic warranty expires. While there are other coverage lengths I think 8yr/100k is the right period/mileage.

#12043 of 12160 Re: Need opinion on Sienna LE quote [isodyok] by ywallet

Sep 24, 2012 (7:27 am)

Replying to: isodyok (Sep 23, 2012 8:07 pm)
Thanks isodyok for being supportive and providing your valuable suggestions on every aspect, truly appreciate it.
 
Yes, I was torn between the demo with 6K miles and a new 1 that was only $317 more but when I factored in dealer proximity and fact that the demo has engine immobalizer and tow prep package I thought that might be a better value down the road, we don't expect to put a whole lot of miles on the car.
 
Yes, sienna chat is a excellent forum - I did get the 1040 quote from Midwest and am now waiting on Doug's quote - the finance guy at my dealership said he can match any quote so I would just hopefully trim the warranty I bought at 1540 down to atleast 1040 hopefully !
 
Thanks again and I hope I will contribute more to the forum.
 
I have 2 more questions about the Sienna -
 
1. Are there different floor matts for the Sienna / Minivan's or the regular ones would work ? I got some from Sams Club and they seem to fit if I trim them a bit but was wondering about this.
 
2. Since I have LE not XLE with fabric seats that are light grey color and will be driving with 2 kids are there any good seat covers I can buy to protect them from spills/accidents etc ?

#12044 of 12160 Re: Need opinion on Sienna LE quote [ywallet] by isodyok

Sep 24, 2012 (8:58 am)

Replying to: ywallet (Sep 24, 2012 7:27 am)
Welcome. Given your deal is with 0% APR I think it is reasonable. The two-prep is a factory-only option and is good to have when needed.
 
(1) Only mats that are custom-fit for the model would fit neatly. I am looking to replace my carpet OEM mats with all-season ones before the winter. I heard good reviews about hexomats that cover all of 2nd & 3rd row space just exposing the tracks for sliding the 2nd row seats. People at siennachat like these compared to OEM all-season mats.
 
(2) I have the same "easy-clean" fabric-trimmed seats and two small kids to test them. Had not looked into covers yet, so please post if you come across something that are custom-fit.

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#12046 of 12160 2012 LE V6 by chipotlerocks

Sep 29, 2012 (5:23 pm)

Hey everyone,
 
Just purchased a 2012 Toyota Sienna LE V6 MSRP (313xx) from DCH Freehold Toyota in NJ. Bought it OTD for 29700. Process was relatively painless. i think the purchase price before tax was around 274xx. I think this is the lowest in the central NJ area from experience from emailing back and forth. Made a trip out to Dayton Toyota earlier, large selection of vans, but great unwillingness to negotiate. Thanks for the help through the posts guys!

#12047 of 12160 2012 Sienna LE by dealsforcar

Sep 30, 2012 (7:35 pm)

Hi,
 
Firstly, thanks to everyone for the informative posts. I was able to get a 2012 Sienna LE V6 for 26,700 (excluding taxes and title) in Fayetteville, AR. The dealer was unwilling to add any packages (like towing prep or all-weather mats). Tax is approx 6% in AR, which I will have to pay once I get my registration papers in mail 2 weeks from now. The dealer was very nice and gave me 4 color options. I went with the Silver one.
 
Cheers

#12048 of 12160 Buying Advice by mentalcompass

Oct 01, 2012 (9:23 am)

I'd really love to get some advice on getting the best buying price for the Sienna I want. I'm looking at 2011 and 2012, XLE and LTD. With the XLE, I'm OK without the Ent. Package, I figure we watch way too much TV at home, do we seriously need it in the car too? Talking is a good thing for families to do.
 
I'm looking for front wheel drive, 6cyl, leather interior, full safety features for the kids. I was reading that some of these safety features are add-ons, not sure if that's true or not, but fact remains that I'd not be driving a minivan unless I had kids, both of whom I'd to protect by owning a rolling pillow ! Without the kids, I'd be ripping it up in a Cobra!
 
So, I'd love to hear some advice, I'm getting all kinds of dealer talk, I'd like to make a smart purchase.
 
I'm a bit worried about the used market because I'm replacing my Jeep due to the repairs it needs - my father has owned his own garage for 40 years, he's gotten too ill to keep it going and I don't want to ask him to work on the cars anymore, he just can't. I'm super worried about paying all this money for a used van and then being back where I am now, needed a mechanic.
 
I would very much appreciate your feedback. I don't believe in reinventing the wheel, I'm totally appreciative of buyers who've gone before me.
 
Thanks,
Traci

#12049 of 12160 Re: Any good deals for 2012 Toyota Sienna XLE with rear entermainment [arnianantha] by permie

Oct 01, 2012 (10:14 am)

Replying to: arnianantha (Sep 07, 2012 9:01 am)
I bought a 2103 Sienna XLE 8 passenger with NY (Entune) package, mats, lower body side moulding for 3100 off MSRP which was 36770-paid 33670 plus 199 doc fee and sales tax.

#12050 of 12160 Re: 2012 LE V6 [chipotlerocks] by ywallet

Oct 06, 2012 (5:52 pm)

Replying to: chipotlerocks (Sep 29, 2012 5:23 pm)
Congratulations, seems like prices in NJ and Chicago aren't as great as Boston, Phoenix etc.

#12051 of 12160 Re: 2012 Sienna LE [dealsforcar] by ywallet

Oct 06, 2012 (5:54 pm)

Replying to: dealsforcar (Sep 30, 2012 7:35 pm)
Congratulations !! Can you advise if the 26,700 price was after $1000 Toyota rebate or without rebate ?
 
I bought the car at ~ 27, 700 and was wondering if this is due to rebate or is there really a $1000 price difference between IL and AR prices.

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