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#91 of 251 Volvo overseas delivery by volvoshopper May 21, 2000 (3:29 pm)
I am trying to decide between Volvo S40 and S80 models and between bying from a dealer in Indiana or Illinois (I live and work in Indiana) and flyig to Sweden myself to save some money. I think I understand the base price advantages of buying the car in Gothenburg, Sweden and bringing it to the U.S. I don't mind waiting for a couple of weeks or even months before taking possession of the new car here in the U.S. Can anyone explain to me all the downsides of this type of deal? I don't plan to stay in Europe and use the car there. In this case, what are the components of the total cost, including any hidden costs? Are there any price breaks on the options as compared with what they would cost in the U.S.? What about sales taxes (in Sweden and in the U.S.), insurance, etc.? Who pays for my airline tickets to get to and back from Sweden, the hotel expense in Gothenburg, etc.? Please reply to me directly at <mirekecn.purdue.edu> as this topic may be of little interest to many other people.
#92 of 251 Volvo European Delivery by Car_man HOST May 21, 2000 (4:34 pm)
Hi Volvoshopper (appropriate name by the way). Given the choice between the Volvo S40 and the S80, without question I would personally go with the S80. Even though there is a significant price difference between these two cars, the S80 is a vastly superior product. Not to mention that the S40 is way too cramped inside for my taste. If you are going to fly all the way to Europe to take delivery of a new Volvo, why not vacation there for a few days? It might be fun to take a little vacation if you are going to have to go there to get your new car any how. In fact, your lucky if you do decide to purchase a vehicle through this program, because for a limited time Volvo is providing its European Delivery customers with free air fare and a free 1 night stay in a hotel. I think that you should be able to answer the majority of the questions that you have on this program by visiting Volvo's European Delivery homepage. Please click here to go there: Volvo Overseas Delivery Program. Car_Man Smart Shoppers / FWI Co-Host
#93 of 251 When does warrany start? by es32 Sep 14, 2000 (6:24 pm)
When buying a car through European delivery, when does the 48 month warranty start? If it starts when delivered in Europe, that would mean that I would lose about two months of warranty coverage as I drive less than 12,000 miles per year. The warranty would be a 46 month warranty. Or is the date somehow adjusted?
#94 of 251 Re: When does warrany start? by Car_man HOST Sep 15, 2000 (3:04 am)
Es32, you need to speak with a representative from the company that you plan to purchase a vehicle using European Delivery from to find out a definite answer to your question. Different manufacturers may have different policies on this matter. However, given the fact that you are actually using the vehicle that you take delivery of in Europe to drive around while you are there I suspect that the clock on your manufacturer's original warranty will probably start ticking the moment that you begin driving your car in Europe. Car_Man Smart Shoppers / FWI Co-Host
#95 of 251 discount from ED stated price by kelf Sep 16, 2000 (5:41 am)
please help/advise how and with what dealer( and name and #) have you been able to save the $1,000 or more and or extra free insurance i saw that some received when buying through the ED program. either volvo, mb or bmw. direct: kelfgaol.com
#96 of 251 MB ED prices by kelf Sep 16, 2000 (5:46 am)
it seems from the MB site that for 2001 their ED price is the same as the US msrp. for example the 01 c240 is $29500 msrp and same for ED. any suggestions how to obtain a lower price either for ED or US? direct: kelfgaol.com
#97 of 251 Mercedes ED prices by kcram HOST Sep 16, 2000 (9:08 pm)
Hi kelf Mercedes is gradually inching toward a no-haggle price operation. They request that dealers not create loss-leaders or substantial discounts, and to offer as close to the sticker price as local market permits. The fact that the ED and US prices now match makes sense in that regard - you are getting a US-spec MB either way. Dealers may now be under directive to keep ED prices consistent as well. kcram Co-Host - Smart Shopper & FWI Conferences edmunds.com Town Hall
#98 of 251 VW ED by mrnimmo Oct 02, 2000 (3:09 am)
Doesn't exist because VW doesn't make US spec vehicles in germany. Anyone care for Mexican delivery???
#99 of 251 ED: hanling/shipping charge by kelf Oct 02, 2000 (3:30 am)
Which Ed programs include ( not charge purchaser) the : 1--handling shipping charge (forUS local purchase this about $500 to 645 for 2001)       2--the US duty when car arrives to US?       3--airline ticket? for one or two persons?       4--when does warranty and new included service time period start: when you get car in US?  What do you do when dealer wants to charge separately this even the factory program includes it? Any new programs? I was told that Audi will start in 2002???? bestttaol.com
#100 of 251 lease x5 by alapati2 Nov 12, 2000 (5:21 am)
iam looking to lease x5 3.0 i do not know what is the best price i should pay for 48/60mo buy in lease(ie to buy it at the end of lease).can someone help me.ineed all help ican get.my e-mail   svaneoucom.edu

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