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Replying to: jogousa (Oct 06, 2009 6:59 am) I'm not surprised Vasek has passed on. He would have been pretty old. Even all of his money can't hold back the years. With Hondas, I wish we could buy them for 2000.00 back of book. We pay over book all of the time for nice cars. |
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Oh well, that was the tubulent past.... I have helped him to liquidate his car collection (he donated most cars to various museums in Europe) while he was still alive. I wish I could live, where you live now...I have to sweat here in FL now... But back to the topic, I understand Hondas sell perhaps under different conditions, being as popular as they are. Also, region/location in the U.S. plays a big role in pricing structures not to mention those fokls who live in small cities where they only have one of the brand franchise in town with no competition. But I hope you agree on the general rules when buying a new car that I have outlined earlier in this thread.
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Replying to: jogousa (Oct 06, 2009 7:57 am) Well, kinda. It's always the prevailing market that determines sale prices and trade values. And these markets can change quickly. I wish we could buy nice Hondas for 2000.00 back of book. We compete with other dealers at the Honda auctions and in order to be the successful bidder we usually have to pay OVER book for the nicer cars. Then we pay something like 700.00 to get them trucked here. Then we pay to have them detailed, inspected, reconditioned etc. By the time it's done, we can be "in them" well over book but that's OK (usually) because the market supports that. Enjoyed the nostaglic trip. I remember that store on PCH quite well.
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Replying to: isellhondas (Oct 06, 2009 8:48 am) But at this day and age when internet sales are slowly taking over the traditional car selling techniques one can get a good deal on any new or used car all over the country, not just at the local dealership. Some dealers will also ship the car of your choice for a nominal fee straight to your house. The local stores will become more and more just for servicing and/or repairs.
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Replying to: jogousa (Oct 06, 2009 10:29 am) |
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Replying to: nap84 (Jul 31, 2009 4:14 pm) First I called Potamkin Honda in Manhattan. They quoted me $18,901 for a regular 2009 LX 4 door auto OTD. I was hoping for $18k but dealer wouldn't budge. Next was Bronx Honda. After I mentioned that I was getting quotes from other dealers, they quoted $16,700 OTD -- their "blowout special" when I inquired further. Yeah right. I told them thank you and good bye. I submitted quotes to Hillside, Paragon and Bay Shore Honda from Honda's site. Of the 3, only Bay Shore actually quoted me a price. They listed an MSRP including destination right next to their quote of $16.4k -- upon further inquiry their quote didn't include destination. I also asked for an OTD price (LX) but dealer wouldn't tell me unless I visited the showroom. Paragon and Hillside called but would not give me a price -- told me I had to come in. What use is the price quote from Honda's site if it's dealers don't actually give out price quotes? Finally, I called DCH Paramus Honda b/c member nap84 got a great deal on a 2009 Civic LX-S. I asked for Yajaira but she was no longer working there. I told the salesman that I'm a NYC resident (Paramus is in NJ) and what the best OTD price he could give me with the 2.9% apr on an LX-S. He said $18,310 which is below nap84's price of $18,403. I asked him to guarantee that price and reiterated that I was financing with Honda. Big mistake b/c he came back with $19,000 otd. I countered with $18.7k final offer. He agreed but said it was contingent on Honda financing approval. Sounds strange that price would go up even further if not approved for the special apr, but, oh well. I called back later to verify colors in stock and tell dealer I was pre-approved by Honda. Dealer now says he can't do $18.7k but can do $19k OTD. Says it's only $5 a month more over 60 months and would not budge. $18.7k is already $200 over my maximum price for a LX-S, so there's no way I'm doing $19k. This is absolutely the worst car buying experience I ever had. Unemployment is over 10% in the NYC area but these dealers act like the local economy is booming. I guess I will not be buying a new Honda Civic this year.
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Replying to: zacha (Oct 08, 2009 2:30 pm) They will pit dealer against dealer and go crazy trying to save a few dollars. Yes,I know it's money but it's just amazing how far some people will go, how many miles they will drive and how much time they will invest just for a few, and I mean a few dollars. Yes, unemployment may be high but this doesn't mean a store will be willing to lose money just to sell a car. And if a store gives you the 2.9%, they lose the incentive. Seriously, I would suggest that you ask family, friends or someone you meet with a new Honda in a parking lot for a referral. You probably won't pay any more and you'll have a better experience. It really doesn't have to be that hard. It can actually be stress-free and fun. |
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Didn't realize that there was some increase in price since I bought my '06 LX. But that's to be expected. Still very happy with the car and at about 24k miles, all is well. Besides oil changes & tire rotations, it's like the ever ready bunny...it just keeps on going & going...& going...with no drama. This is exactly why I bought my Civic, and it's a hoot to drive also. Seriously looked to swap it out for a S40 around July 4th, but after testing a 1/2 dozen S40's, just wasn't worth extra $ to do it. The main motivation was the superlative seats that Volvo's are known for, but the S40 seats weren't that great actually. Guess the more expensive models got the great seats and since the seats were no better than my Civic's and my wife's unhappiness with this idea, I kept what I got...and I'm so happy I did. The Sandman  
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I got an email from them, that they had 09 Accord and Civic's left And to make an offer and they'll accept. I made an offer of 17,000 OTD price for a CIVIC lx-s He said you have a deal. Going to go check it out, see what Financing i get I dont' think i'll get 2.9 but anything under 5% is good.
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Replying to: genocist (Oct 10, 2009 6:12 am) Thanks. |
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