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#4297 of 8569 nh dealers by spencer30 Jun 27, 2004 (6:46 am)
I bought my Sienna XLE from Toyota of Nashua, in NH. I noticed that people have suggested Autofair in NH. I didn't care for the people at Autofair, so I "used" thier pricing, and went to Toyota of Nashua. They matched the price, gave me $2500 more for my trade then Autofair, and gave me a better discount on the extended warrenty. They were plesant to deal with. I didn't haggle at all. I told them what color, model, and package, what I wanted to pay, and said if they give me what I was looking for on my trade, I'd order it on the spot. It did take me 5 months to get (salsa red, tan leather, XLE). But I didn't care, it arrived the weekend before the second baby arrived.
#4298 of 8569 Purchasing experience in IL by vitk Jun 27, 2004 (1:34 pm)
Hello from a new Ltd FWD owner here.   First of all, let me thank all people who were kind to provide indispensable information on this forum, as well as edmunds.com and carsdirect.com web sites for the rest of the useful information.   I'd been following a number forums on this site, since we decided that we want a Toyota van, so by the time we were ready I knew what to expect. After looking locally (Chicago suburbs) for about a week or so at the end of April and not finding good price (best offer was $1700 off with GW package), I was convinced to try few "long distance" dealerships which included KC Summers Toyota in Mattoon, IL. This is the dealership that offered best price overall for the van and ext. warranty and we ordered from them on 5/12 and picked up the van on 6/25. It was an excellent negotiating and buying experience (all communication over the e-mail with just 1 phone call). For the following configuration (Ltd FWD, CF, HF, WL and MG in silver pearl) we paid $34161 + tax and new license plates + Ext. warranty price was $775 for 7/100/0 plan. The silver pearl color was specified in the paper work as "lunar mist" which in my opinion describes it much better.   In addition, I'd like to touch on a topic of ext. warranty. My other car - Mitsubishi Diamante '98 with > 87K miles has been very good so far and I hope will serve me well in the future. About a month ago I had an unexpected problem with its ABS system. After letting local dealer to see what the problem was all about, I was informed that based on the computer code, a number of different devices could be at fault without disassembling the system. Bottom line is that the worst-case scenario could cost me ~$1400 parts & labor. Eventually the system restored on its own, and all is well, but it can come back. Something like that can happen on any modern car/van/truck and this is my reasoning to go with the longest plan possible since we hope to keep the van at least 7 years and travel far and often.   In conclusion I'd like to say that as it was stated a number of times before using the Internet has changed car-buying experience, but it is still necessary to do your homework up front and hold your ground.   Hope this helps.
#4299 of 8569 phatnastycat that is a good deal by momstruck1 Jun 30, 2004 (7:54 am)
as i just got within the last two months a XLE LTD in NYC for 34,400 which I hear out here is unheard of . Our friend bought from the same dealer and paid 35,000 for and XLE with them adding the DVD player as mine was factory installed . The better way to go as the one installed after at the dealership is giving them a hard time playing .
#4300 of 8569 Where can I find an XLE? by lookingaround Jun 30, 2004 (2:06 pm)
I am having a heck of a time trying to find anyone who can get me an XLE with package 10 (FC). I was going to get a package with a DVD but have decided to get one after I purchase it. Is that a good or bad idea? Why does it seem so hard for Toyota to find one? It seems all the ones they get have package 17. Anyone have any suggestion in the san diego area?
#4301 of 8569 Done Deal by car4you Jun 30, 2004 (6:30 pm)
I test drove the Sienna last summer but there was no way I would purchase at MSRP. I really wanted to like the Quest S but could not get over the dash, no split seat and the complaints.   Sienna Silver LE with package 7, floor mat, wheel lock and auto dimming mirror. Invoice was 25,471 and I paid 25,971. Title and tags where 292. I think the fees are to high. I got 1800 for my trade on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire, i feel ok about that. Keep in mind that I do live in Northern NJ where nothing comes cheap. The dealers was easy to work with and its only 5 minutes from my house. The first oil change is free and they will loan you a car if needed. If anyone wants the dealership name let me know.   Thanks for everyone help.
#4302 of 8569 Trade Question by camric Jun 30, 2004 (7:42 pm)
So I've been reading the forums and see many discussions about getting the Sienna for $500 over invoice. Does this apply for cash only deals ( meaning no trade-in )?   I plan to trade in a 2002 Buick LeSabre, how will this effect my price?
#4303 of 8569 lookingaround just wanted to by momstruck1 Jul 01, 2004 (5:36 am)
tell you we too were looking at the XLE before going with the XLE LTD only for the factory installed DVD. A friend has the XLE with a dealer installed DVD aftermarket type and they are having problems getting the sound to come through the FM modulator. Something about it being set to a certain radio station to play through the speakers and not getting the station to come in . On long trips this seems to be a problem if you drive from NY to FL and can't get the station with 4 little ones in the car the trip can not go to well . As anyone with kids can a teat to this. just something to think about . By the way I love the van and am thrilled to be out of an SUV.
#4304 of 8569 momstruck1 by rorr Jul 01, 2004 (7:44 am)
First, several of the XLE packages have factory installed DVD. I believe you can also get factory DVD on at least 1 of the LE packages.   Second, your friend probably needs to have the dealer re-check the install. You may have a problem with the modulator or your friend is tuning to the wrong frequency to pick up the modulator. I've also heard that the sound volume is pretty low through some units; you may just need to turn up the volume.
#4305 of 8569 Talk to the press by Sylvia STAFF Jul 01, 2004 (9:48 am)
A newspaper reporter is interested in interviewing shoppers and recent buyers who are interested in side-curtain airbags. It doesn’t matter whether you bought a vehicle with them or not. If you were interested and at least searched for a vehicle with them, she’d like to talk to you. Please respond to jfallonedmunds.com with your daytime contact information no later than Wednesday, July 7, 2004.   Thanks for your consideration! Jeannine Fallon PR Director Edmunds.com
#4306 of 8569 Few Siennas on OK dealers lots by inky4 Jul 01, 2004 (9:53 am)
Do not know where they are but they are flying off OK dealers lots. I have been to three in the past 5 days and zero for one. Usually one in waiting delivery mode, but none in stock. This does not make for good deals here. They had five when I bought mine a week ago and that was huge inventory. Mine was 177,000th built in one year--so Toyota is having a field day with these.

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