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#268 of 3318 The Acid Test by vwguild Dec 03, 2000 (1:10 am)
What I want to know is why this car was not repainted before it was allowed to go on sale???
#269 of 3318 That and... by im_brentwood Dec 03, 2000 (5:46 am)
Even if it needs a repaint, what's it gonna be worth 3-4 years down the road? "Uhh, well, that's a nice Passat ya got there, but even though Wholesale is $14,500 your car is worth $12,000 since it's a total repaint" Bear this in mind too. A car with excessive paintwork can be worth a LOT less come trade-in time! Bill
#270 of 3318 2001.5 Passat Pricing by greggmiller Dec 04, 2000 (11:30 am)
Greetings, all! I'll keep it simple. My dealer is out of 2001 GLX Sedans +/- AWD. He is willing to let me have first dibs on a 2001.5 Passat of my choice, if I put a $500 deposit down. No pricing or availability is forthcoming for at least a few months but I really want to get this car. I drove the 2001 and absolutely loved it. I have been driving the same Toyota 4Runner for 10 1/2 years and am ready for a new car. I am, however, not the greatest car freak in the world; i.e.-I'm not one to get on waiting lists for hot new cars and pay over MSRP (ideally, I like to keep it to invoice+$500-$700). My question: How do I best play this opportunity? I will be paying cash for the car and I have the money set aside for this new purchase. How can I consummate a deal that is fair to me and fair to the dealer. VW states the 2001.5 will list at ~$300 more than the 2001. I would like to have some negotiating room on price, given the inevitable slowdown in the economy, dec. car sales, ease of this all-cash transaction. Enlightened ones, would you kindly enlighten me? All recommendations/opinions are welcome (ie, am I nuts for pre-arranging delivery without any pricing information). Thanks in advance, Gregg
#271 of 3318 Gregg by vwguild Dec 04, 2000 (4:20 pm)
I believe it was VWVORTEX.COM that made a statement about an additional $300...I have NO Information on pricing at all, but if that is true I would suggest that they are referring to the Base Price of the car and not individual options...Sunroof/alloy wheels, etc. If you are planning on paying $500-$700 over on this car; you are probably being overly optimistic. I have not checked today, but I think Edmund's TMV on Passat is still about $1000 over, and that is for a car in it's 3rd model year. And if You go back to the Home page and click on the Most Wanted list VW really dominates it. There are several posts, 100 or more that go back a month or more regarding this subject. Basically though at the end of the day, the market rules the price. I am delighted that you are so enthusiastic about this car, but being the first on your block to have one in your driveway, and getting an over invoice price do not usually go hand in hand. We do not mark up cars, and I think that you will need to find a dealer in your area that follows the same philosophy, and then wait to see how this car is received...don't get on a waiting list unless you have an agreement with the dealer regarding the price. And the cash payment is moot...the dealer does not care; he will have to pay the same tax on your purchase whether you pay cash or finance. I try to post here new and relevant VW info, and as soon as I get it...I will post it. I do have the color codes if you are interested in them. I can fax them to you, as I have to dozens of other Town Hall memebers. Hope this has been helpful...
#272 of 3318 If not Passat, than what? by snurple Dec 04, 2000 (4:48 pm)
I am curious, what other cars are some of you folks looking at? I'm interested in the wagon so I've looked at the Subaru Legacy/Outback, the Audi A4 Avant, used A6 Avant, Volvo V40. For those going sedan, what are you comparing--Maxima, A4, etc.? Your thoughts?
#273 of 3318 another question by ralcrs Dec 04, 2000 (6:43 pm)
When I get out of my Passat only the driver's door opens and I never remember to unlock the others till I'm at the other side swearing because the passenger door is still locked. Any fix for this other than turning the autolock system off? Thanks.
#274 of 3318 Ralcrs.... by ffxvw Dec 04, 2000 (11:33 pm)
I believe you can set the autolock feature to unlock the doors when you stop. Just ask your service advisor, I don't think its a consumer programmable feature. Jason
#275 of 3318 VW Dealers In NC? by shannon_adams Dec 05, 2000 (1:32 am)
Does anyone have a recommendation for a VW dealer east of Raleigh/Durham? I am planning to buy a Passat this month. Also, will a dealer be more willing to deal after Christmas and before Jan. 1? It seems as if I've heard that somewhere. Thanks.
#276 of 3318 Dealer Cost? by cvinton Dec 05, 2000 (3:08 pm)
A few questions in trying to determine a fair price for a Passat GLS wagon: 1./ Is the holdback for VW 2% or 3%? (I've seen both -- primarily 2%.) 2./ Are the Destination Charge & the Floorplan Interest fee included in the Invoice price that you typically see on online car pricing sites? 3./ And finally, anyone if VW will continue to offer the low financing rates? Many Thanks, Cab
#277 of 3318 Dealer Cost by vwguild Dec 05, 2000 (3:50 pm)
1. Holdback is 3% 2. Sometimes...sometimes not...However both are    included in the ACTUAL invoice.    Destination= $525    PortPrep/Reserve= $117 3. Continue to check Edmunds.com under Dealer    Incentives & Rates

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