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It depends on the dealer. RIght now BMW Put "trunk money" on the Z3s for a simple reason. They do not sell very well at all in the wintertime, particularly in northern (NJ) markets. However, come March or April, and those incentives and discounts are usually gone. It's the dealer's discretion to pass the cash along, many do as it allows them to offer a substantial discount without losing money on the cars. Bill |
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The trade in money ( real $ ) on your Honda is a good guess from you..If ..you have new tires, and like you said it is good to excellent, you are probabley looking more towards the $15,000 to $16,000 range..( if it needs nothing ) and the miles dont help, but it is a Honda V6. On your Z3 hunt, I'm sure ..with a little looking, you will find a dealer that will split the incentive $ with you..meaning invoice minus $1,000 or more. Also the BMW dealer is on a 'turn and earn' basis..so what he can sell today, will return to him when he really needs it. Good luck. Terry. |
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Hi, guys - some people in another thread by the same name as my title suggested I head over here, so here I am. I've got a question for you veteran car dealers: I'm heading to college in the fall and my current 88 Ford Tempo will not be able to handle the 5 hour commute which I will be making at least 10 times a year. My mom, a loyal Toyota customer since the early 80's, is insistent that I also get a Toyota due to their extremely high reliability. She also wants to buy a new car for the warranty. She, as well as I, will do pretty much anything to guarentee the reliability of this car for the four years I am at school - it is our #1 priority, concern, etc. Given our price range and all of the above requirements, only one car fits the bill: a Toyota Echo, and a relatively stripped down one at that. Personally, I think we can do better. I think that I could score a 98-99 Corolla, earlier year Camry, etc. for $8-10k instead of the $11-12k required for this Echo, and put the extra money in the bank for any possible future breakdowns, or into an extended service plan or something like that. My mom, however, is not keen whatsoever on this idea, and seems to think that if it's not brand new the warranty isn't worth anything. I suppose in the end it's her call, as she'll be buying it for me for a joint Birthday/Graduation gift, but I come here in search of a possible argument that could convince her that a used Corolla or Camry would not be the money pit she seems to think it is. Someone! Anyone! Save me from the perils of a 2 door manual Echo without power steering or a CD player! I need your help  Many thanks, Peter Bourgon |
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LOOKED FOR MONTHS..CANNOT FIND Z3 I WANT..I WOULD HAVE TO ORDER ONE..I CAME UP WITH A INVOICE PRICE OF $32,585 & A MSRP&TMV PRICE OF $36,195 .WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT TO PAY? AM I PAYING MORE TO ORDER? ALSO, WOULD A FLEET DEALER BE ABLE TO GIVE ME A BETTER DEAL? |
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Well, I'm not sure what part of the country you live in but, it has been a rough winter for most... and alot of the dealers are sitting on large inventories of convertibles I was at a "very" large auction on wednesday...and watched 100+ converibles run through..everything from the Z3's to Honda's from Volvo's to Benz"s ...and back again. If you have a mind set for a particular color, accesory etc....You may have to order it and wait the 6 to 8+ wk's ( and you will pay more )....or, if you find one that is close to what you want....I'm sure you can get a much better deal ...If the dealer has it in stock I'm confident you can purchase it for that $33,500 to $33,900 figure or less..( $3000 dealer cash - so that should mean $32,500 to $32,900 ).... Remember, dealers are paying for that vehicle everyday it sit's there....also keep in mind the Z3 has kinda lost it's luster and competition is getting very tough ( and dealers know that )....so, if you can find one kinda close to what you want.... The dealer should be more than happy to accomodate those #'s I hope this can help -- Good luck Terry. |
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Peter.....I think there is no decision making process here. Even though the Echos are popular..and sporty looking etc, I would go with the Toyota corolla ...not because I dont like Echos..because I do, it's only because I have been in the auto Industry for 17 yrs....and the Toyotas have a track record...."a great track record" with their Corolla's.....so, sometimes it just best to purchase what you know will work.....there is a lot of 200,000 mile+ Corollas out there. Hope this helps... Terry. |
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#65 - I'm not a car dealer so I guess you didn't ask me, but I'd like to offer my view. I like your plan. I bought my 92 Camry brand new and it now has 154k miles on it. It has been anything but a money pit! I did need a new alternator at about 130k, and a new clutch and exhaust, but both of those at about 151k. Otherwise, no extrordinary expenses. Have I been lucky? Perhaps, but based on reliability records and dozens of anecdotal reports in forums like this I think Toyotas make one of the most reliable used cars. Spending $8-$10k on a used Camry or Corrolla with the rest in the bank for possible repairs (I'd put it in a money market mutual fund) seems like a real safe bet to me. Good luck. |
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| Do you still sell Hondas? and if so have you heard or seen any new info on the '02 Honda CR-V? or do you know where I can find any info on them?and where are you located? | |
| I am also not a car dealer, but have owned 6 Toyotas over 15 years. If you're looking for a reliable car for the 4 years you're in school, I think you're on the right track in getting a 2 year old Corolla or Camry. Both are extremely reliable cars. The drive train warranty should last almost the entire time you're in school so the expensive stuff is covered. Unless the car has been abused by the original owner or you're unlucky, you are unlikely to have big problems in during the first 6 years of the car's life. I typically keep my Toyotas 5-8 years and my repair costs have been minimal. Also, Toyota has been making Camrys and Corollas for a long time so they might be more reliable than an Echo. | |
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