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Buick Rendezvous, SUV
#64 of 103 $18,000 out the door
by icnjill
Feb 01, 2004 (5:05 pm)
Meant to post this last Fall. I had been looking for a CX Plus (primarily for the side impact airbags). My local dealers here in NorCal told me that I could ONLY get the SIA's in the plus model. Was also DISGUSTED with the way these "old boy" buick dealers treated me, with side comments about how women shouldn't be buying a car. Yes, I walked out. Yes, I'm the CEO of my own company and complained to the manager. That's another story.
In any case, was thrilled to find a used, but very clean 2003 CX AWD with side impact bags for $18,000 out the door at, of all places, a Chevy dealer. Was a rental return and they had purchased at an auction. Clean record all around. The only visible damage were two tiny cigarette burns on the top of the back seat that had been cleaned impeccably.
Amazingly, the Buick dealers were not willing to negotiate at all, even for the used cars that were promo cars at the big Pebble Beach golf course. Purchased it on the last day of September.. they were desperate for the monthly stats and gave me what I think was an awesome deal!
Time will tell but, six months later, I'm really happy with it. Knock on wood!
Jill O.
#65 of 103 Great Deal on 2003 CX AWD !!
by northbayguy2
Feb 16, 2004 (12:28 am)
Last February, I purchased (on line) a special event 2003 CX AWD w/Plus Pkg (w/100 miles) from a San Francisco Bay Area dealer for $24,000.(exl. tax & lic.) off the showroom floor. The MSRP was $31,500+/-, and there was a $3500. rebate then in effect. The next closest offer I had at the time was $26,000.(exl. tax & lic.) after some spirited negotiations, so I felt I got a great deal on the RDV I finally purchased. Although I must admit, I recently saw an ad for a new 2003 CX AWD (w/Plus Pkg.) for $23,495.(exl. tax & lic)...gee, if only I had waited a year!!!
#66 of 103 Any Good Deals Recently?
by northbayguy1
Mar 22, 2004 (3:23 pm)
I'm curious as to whether or not anyone out there has recently purchased a new 2003 CX AWD and,if so, what kind of deal was had? Also, has anyone in Northern California purchased a new Ultra yet? If so, where did you get it, what kind of price did you pay, and what do you think about the extra power, improved ride, amenities, et. al.? I'd just like to know. Thanks.
#67 of 103 Talk to the Press
by Sylvia
Mar 23, 2004 (9:06 pm)
A reporter is hoping to interview a recent car-buyer who participated in
an overnight or 24-hour test drive and then purchased the vehicle.
Please respond to 248-890-8582, farataye
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jfallon
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Thanks,
Jeannine Fallon
PR Director
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#69 of 103 3.6L CXL 2004
by cudaal
May 13, 2004 (12:39 am)
I'm buying this one. Is anybody out there got a good deal on it? It gets pricey ~$32000-$35000 there . Definitely feel RDV shouldn't be over $29000, quality, performance, depreciation etc are poor.
Anyway what is a good price to pay for CXL AWD with 3.6L?
Thank you all..
#70 of 103 Buy Now or Later
by stratman
May 20, 2004 (7:20 am)
I am very interested in the RDV CXL AWD. I rented one on vacation for a week and fell in love! The dealer has a demo with an MSRP of $35K+ for sale for $26K+. I know the demo price is less current rebates but I am weighing my options for later in the summer to take advantage of summer deals and maybe PGA promotions. I am also considering the Toyota Highlander but I know the discounts are not as generous and the car is not as roomy. What do you RDV owners think...any advice?
#71 of 103 Re: Buy Now or Later [stratman #70]
by northbayguy1
May 24, 2004 (4:47 pm)
Depending upon the mileage and the options (e.g. third row seating, captains chairs, leather, etc.), $26,000 sounds like a good price. Tell the dealer that your looking at the Highlander, Pilot, et. al. and make a firm $24,000 offer for the RDV. If the dealer sticks to $26,000 at least get an extended warranty included for no extra charge. Good luck.
#72 of 103 Re: 3.6L CXL 2004 [cudaal #69]
by pasteve
May 25, 2004 (6:18 pm)
We purchased a 2004 CXL Plus w\ 3.6L engine last Tuesday. MSRP was $38,675, includ. leather, sunroof, X-M satel., captain's chairs, rear audio, steering wheel audio controls, etc. Paid $35,142 (invoice) minus a $5,000 rebate, or $30,142. After taking off $3,250 in GM card points, paid $26,892. Dealer is a friend, but I'm guessing most can get close to invoice. IMO, the bigger engine is well worth the added cost.
#73 of 103 2004 CXL
by socal2
Sep 27, 2004 (4:59 pm)
Just purchased a 2004 Rendezvous CXL with:
Chrome Wheels
6 Disk Changer
3rd Row seat
Sunroof
MSRP was $34365 (an older build, so $200 less than current MSRP for newer builds)
Negotiated price before rebates: $30,961
Rebates: $6000
Net price: $24,961
I was not happy with the State of California charging sales tax on the $30,961 before rebate price instead of the $24961 after rebate price.
This was an impulse buy... let me know if any of you out there got a better deal.