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#193 of 2422 good deal? by alty1 Feb 28, 2004 (5:48 pm)
Oh, sorry, I forgot to mention that it's an automatic.   -Chris
#194 of 2422 alty by ramped1 Feb 29, 2004 (11:58 am)
Your deal seems fine. I always wonder, though, why people ask whether or not their deal is good after they have bought the car? If you are happy, then why worry about what others think? Do you really want someone to tell you, "Nah, the deal stinks. You left a grand on the table?" There isn't anything you can do about it now, right? Except feel lousy if you think you got ripped off.   Good luck with your Altima. The SE is one of the best looking cars on the road, IMHO. What color, by the way?
#195 of 2422 by alty1 Feb 29, 2004 (1:53 pm)
Hi ramped1,   I was just curious to see what other people thought. I'm aware that the sale is done and theres not much I can do, but it's just nice to see what others have paid for an Altima with similar options. I did read numerous posts on this yet I couldn't find very many with a similar Altima. It's almost like a reassuring factor to see that I didn't get ripped off and if I did then I will have to work a little harder next time. Simply a learning experience.   This car is absolutely spectacular! I got the Smoke color. I really wanted the Xenon headlights and Bose system, but realized that it wasn't worth the extra money to me. Possibly a future mod. Thanks for your input.   -Chris
#196 of 2422 alty by ramped Feb 29, 2004 (4:26 pm)
Sounds great. Probably the color I would buy, myself. Keep us updated on the Altima board.
#197 of 2422 Followup ... by cetacea Mar 01, 2004 (7:10 am)
Thanks for all the input. It has been stressful, and that's probably mostly self-induced.   You're right on the money with Classic. As I said in my earlier message, I was given asked for a ballpark, and it was agreed without hesitation.   Then, the following day, it was nixed by the SM, they wanted about a grand more, and we hadn't even gotten to the dealer fee.   But on the positive side, the rep at Bill Ray was great. They didn't have what I wanted on the lot, but I took another test drive in a 2.5S equipped with the Convenience Pkg., ABS/Side bags, and the EXTRA feature that I didn't want, a power moonroof.   Don't get me wrong, I'd love to have one, but it just doesn't work for my height from the waist up in really any sedan.   I also noticed on this drive that the storage compartment in front of the gearshift was just a little out of reach for me as a convenience.   That and a request for a deposit in order to bring the vehicle in from another dealership started me looking back at Toyotas.   I really liked the Altima, but the Camry is just so familiar to me. Not sure if I'll get a good deal on one ... but as you folks have reminded me that it's not so much the deal, it's how comfortable and happy one will be with their purchase.   Thanks again for the kind advice. Going to try to deal on a Camry today.   I would like to know how you folks feel about the side and head curtain airbags. I'm really leaning towards them. Please let me know.   Best Regards!   Marc
#198 of 2422 cetacea by ramped1 Mar 01, 2004 (5:37 pm)
Sorry to hear about your experience at Classic, but not surprised.   You did the right thing by walking. Nothing wrong with a Camry, especially the SE edition with a spoiler. It's not the enthusiast's car that a Mazda 6 or Altima SE is, but it's a very good car and, IMHO, not bad looking.   I say stick with the side bags and ABS package. Well worth the money. Not sure if Toyota is still offering the $1,000 rebate in the Southeast though. Something to check on before you try your deal. Good luck.
#199 of 2422 How much would you pay for a 2003 Altima? by civickidd Mar 08, 2004 (5:17 am)
I went to the dealership because I had a coupon for a free "27 point inspection" for my '93 maxima, and while waiting I was checking out the altimas...I saw a couple of blue 2003 altimas (supposedly with 10-20 miles on each car), but I didn't bother haggling since I didn't know what target price I should be looking at.   Since they already have the 2005's on the lot, I was thinking of aiming for $14k+ttl..does anyone have any comments on this price? (we'll assume its a base 2.5S with auto --- the one I looked at has some useless convenience package, but I think they have base models too).
#200 of 2422 AND by civickidd Mar 08, 2004 (5:25 am)
i'll also be eligible for the graduate student discount (well...not until this may, but they claim they can work around that), and they have a $1000 loyalty rebate (my parents purchased this car new from this dealer in '93...when I asked about this, the salesman said this was only for people who purchased a car in the last 6 months from them; i'm not sure if he's lying or not).
#201 of 2422 civic kidd by ramped Mar 08, 2004 (10:24 am)
I think the 03 Altimas have $2,000 rebates to customers, plus some dealer cash. Check the TMV link here in New Cars.   I'm not sure they can discount a new 03 enough to make it worth your while, though. The car is already two model years old, so the depreciation is going to be brutal. If you are shopping for a bargain, I think I'd go with an 04 ($1,500 rebate) unless they give you an unbelievable deal on the 03.   You can check on used 03 prices at the Edmunds used car TMV and get enough information to make an educated guess about what you should pay for a new one.   As far as the loyalty rebate, that sounds like a service offered only by that dealer. They set their own rules, so you will have a hard time arguing against their policy.
#202 of 2422 slow day at work by ramped Mar 08, 2004 (12:40 pm)
finally!, so I had time to go to the TMV sites here and price out a used 03 Altima in outstanding condition, low miles, with the S package (just automatic as an option). The TMV price for my zip code (Orlando) comes to 16.5K, or 17.1K certified. Seems high to me. I would want to do better than that for an 03.   According to Edmunds, the 04 Altimas have $1,500 in cash rebates in the Southeast or 0.9 percent financing for 60 months. Your region may be different. There is $350 dealer cash if the dealer meets his sales goal.   In any event, $14K plus taxes and tags may be a reach for an 03, but all they can do is say No, right?

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