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8565 messages, Last post on Aug 29, 2008 at 9:33 PM
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| I'm excited about our new van and excited for you. Where did you get your van, what color and what kind of deal did you get (you don't have to answer the last part if you don't want to)? I don't know if you read my post about getting it in New Hampshire and I live in Fort Lauderdale. When I told the dealer here in FL what I could get it for, he told me to jump on it because it's never really going to happen. Well, it did and I can't wait to go visit him this weekend in my new Arctic Frost van (heh,heh,heh). Getting back to your question, the outlets are located on the left side...one set by 3rd row seats and one set in cargo area in rear wall of van. There is a button you push on the dash near the radio that lights up when active to turn the outlets on...this is probably not a big deal to most people, but if I'm paying the same price with or without it, I'll gladly take them. As far as the audio/video looking jacks, I haven't even had time to read the owner's manual yet. But, I have to say that I think they are audio/video and if so, I'm sure they must somehow connect to the DVD Screen...combines with the plug, you could hook up a gamecube or even add a VCR in additon to the DVD. I haven't turned in my 2001 Town & Country yet because it isn't due until 4/13. I just sent them my last lease payment today...now I have fun loading it up with mulch and all other dirt and stuff that I won't be hauling in my NEW van for a little while. I also am driving between one and the other so I see many differences. The Chrysler is definitely a heavier feel to it as far as cruising on highway, it's nice...not nicer but nice. But, and I am not kidding, I din't feel like going in the house the other day when I got home...had a great CD on and it was as if I was sitting in a comfortable chair in my living room...only better because I had the huge moonroof open too. I know also that the Odyssey is coming out all new in late this year...but, I don't know how they could make it any better than this van from Toyota is now...somebody said it may have electric fold flat seats in rear...plus, the waiting list will be so long, the prices will be sticker price plus+++. Enjoy your van and if you see posts a little higher or lower than what you paid, don't worry...just enjoy driving the most fantastic "Mommymobile" currently out on market today...if you don't believe me, ask DAVENOW...even he said the $145 didn't matter that much once he actually pulled the trigger and bought one. | |
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Yes folks, the strangle hold is finally off. Dealers in the Norfolk/ VA Beach area are advertising 04 Siennas $2000 off MSRP. robsdad |
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Hi, please don't take this personal but your post made me sick. You and your family bought 4 cars from a dealer and they jerk you around before giving you their best price. I'm sorry that's garbage. Why is it in every other known business customer loyalty means something EXCEPT the car business. I would have said 100 below invoice, here's my phone number and YOU can call me. Come on it's a freaking car , an APPLIANCE. In three years it'll be junk and you will be in the market or a family member will be in the market for another one. Your loyalty was not acknowledged. Just my 2 cents. Mike |
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| Anyone in Portland Oregon who knows any dealer that wants to deal regarding Toyota Sienna. or any Sienna buying experience up here in Portland Oregon? | |
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I also had a very frustrating experience searching for a Sienna in Portland, little to no selection and Dealers unwilling to negotiate. However I had read a post about Sacramento having many Sienna's on there lots and willing to negotiate. I went to Carsdirect and found a Zip for Sacramento and the prices were much better. I found a dealer willing to deliver to my house for $350. (Fairfield Toyota) I purchased an XLE Blue mirage with spoiler and auto dimming mirrors for 31,000 about 2500 off msrp. It was great I got to pick my color and get the options I wanted at a good price. Thanks everyone for your help and encouragement. |
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I am beginning the process of looking for a 2004 Sienna LTD AWD with package 4. To say that there are very few of these around is an understatement. Short of going to NH has anyone had success at acquiring one of these at something less than MSRP? Thanks |
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I understand your post completely. Let me give you, as Paul Harvey would say, "the rest of the story". My post stated that we had bought 4 cars from this dealer, what I omitted was that there was another car purchased, a 2003 Camry my brother bought last summer which was purchased at a different dealership 40 miles away precisely because of what you had mentioned. We felt that they took our business for granted. The other dealer was very responsive and my brother got a fantastic deal. 200 over invoice less the 1000 dollar rebate. That is the dealer that we first checked at. What really was bothersome was that EVERY Toyota dealer had this Take it or leave it attitude on the Sienna. I was incredibly impressed with the willingness to deal at the Nissan Dealer that we shopped at. The people there were very professional and it was very tough choice, but what ultimately prevailed was my father's reluctance to go to a different brand. We talked about this purchase more than any of the cars any of us had ever bought. I'll say this, the Toyota dealers attitude is very poor when it comes to this model. I'm sure you could do very well on just about anything else on that lot with the exception of the Prius or the Tundra Double Cab, but some dealers just don't get it, it is a loyalty that they need to keep. I have a loyalty to Toyota, but Dealers should try to generate loyalty as well. However, to be fair, we were at 3000 off within 10 minutes of being at the dealership. Then the second time back, we were at the final price within another 10 minutes. And while it took some go-round, this was the best deal by far for the vehicle that my parents wanted. We violated the cardinal rule in car buying, my parents fell in love with a particular vehicle(brand) and then my job was to get them the best deal. I am very pleased with the vehicle and more so with the deal. I disagree on one point though, I do think that this deal is a function of our prior relationship with them, you see they are aware that my brother didn't buy from them, and the owner was upset that the one person at the dealership acted in a way that made my brother go elsewhere. The owner was who cut the final 1062 off. But your reaction sounds very much like my brother's, we shouldn't have to go through the formalities, the owner knows that when he sees one of us in his dealership, we are buying, not tire kicking. I agree with you both, but my view is for the time that we bought it, we got a great deal, in two months, will they be advertising them at ivoice less rebates? Maybe, but as long as there are people out there who will buy close to MSRP, most dealers will likely be reluctant to give great deals. It is silly, but dealing with the situation as it was, we did fine. Jayme |
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| In January 04, I had an offer on a Sand Ltd AWD Sienna (FE, HE, Z1, HP) from the Conicelli Toyota, Conshohocken, PA that was about $1900 below MSRP ($37500 for $39435 vehicle). I am still in the market looking for a Sand Ltd AWD with HO but so far was not lucky to find one. Good luck! | |
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Hi jdeib, thanks for the more detailed explanation. It sounds as if you did well after being placed in a difficult situation. At least the dealership owner showed some respect for your family's loyalty. I have to purchase a new vehicle about every three years and it frustrates me that after 20 years my relationship with the dealer means nothing. Good luck with the new car, ==Mike |
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| Thanks ohres. Was Conicelli the only dealer even willing to talk? | |
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