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#3160 of 3453 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 S by absolutgt

Feb 28, 2012 (5:26 pm)

Hey everyone, this is a GREAT forum. As all of you I am trying to get the best deal for my wife and currently have 3 dealers throwing everything at me.
 
The first dealer we went to this past Saturday was local and we were there about 4 hours trying to hammer out a deal....it was a bust so we left. I then went on true car and from there it has been a crazy day with three dealers trying to earn my business.
 
I would like to see what everyone thinks, because I kinda feel one of the deals is too good to be true and it's also the farthest away but at the same time a way bigger dealer ship in a heavy metro area.
 
The car with options is:
2012 Nissan Altima 2.5s
convience package
conveience plus package
dark slate with frost interior
 
Local deal is
 
Retail : 25,975.00
Savings: 3,350.14
Selling Price : 22,624.86
Rebate: 750.00
Sub total: 21,874.86
Fees: 725.50
Sales Tax: 1,399.64
Net Sales: 24,000
 
we are putting down $4000, and financing $20,000 0% interest.
-We originally spent 4 hours in this dealership and they were not willing to even come this close until I contact 2 other dealers who were willing to negotiate.
 
The two other dealers have been hitting me hard all day, but both originally gave us the current price you see before the local dealer finally called and said that they would do it.
 
I already informed them that 2 other dealers have given me what I wanted without burning 4 hours of my time, and they said they would split the cost of the fog lights to make the deal better and free oil changes and tire rotations for as long as we own the car.
 
The furthest dealer came back and just offered up
 
Net sales price: $23,300
 minus the $4000 down to $19,300 0 %, plus moon roof deflector and foglights free of charge, and they will fill up the tank of whatever we drive to go get their car.
 
is this price too good to be true? because both the other dealers are telling me that it's impossible they are selling that far below invoice and that I'm going to get hit with all sorts of crazy fees once we make the drive.

#3161 of 3453 Leased new Altima by tim_arcand

Mar 01, 2012 (9:03 pm)

Just leased Fully Loaded 2012 Altima SL
MRSP - 31610
Includes: Convenience Package, Convenience Plus Package, Premium Audio, Technology Package, Splash Guards, Rear Spoiler, Fog Lights, Aluminum Kick Plates, Trunk Sub Floor Organizer, Floor Mats.
  
Rebates - $850(lease rebate) +$500(new grad)
  
24 month 12k lease for 300 per month(includes all MN tax+ fees). Yes, first payment and full tank gas on them.
  
I would like to thanks Edmunds and Car_man for the great site and forum.
Truecar was excellent help too.
  
Let me know if anyone is looking for any details on this. I will be glad to help.

#3162 of 3453 2012 New Altima 2.5 by sdmy123

Mar 06, 2012 (2:16 pm)

Hi,
 
I bought this week 2012 Altima Base model (Auto) with floor mats/SplashGuard, Paint/sealant fabric guard package with 2yrs free maintenance with Nitro fill tires for 16000 (out the door) (Sales tax not included). Is this a good price?
 
Thanks

#3163 of 3453 Re: 2012 altima for $16,058? [skins2357] by skyfan1

Mar 06, 2012 (3:20 pm)

Replying to: skins2357 (Feb 02, 2012 10:31 am)
I have had my 2010 Altima for about 20 months and loved every minute of it. It is a joy to drive and extremely comfortable. My only two minor complaints are: 22.3 mpg for city driving and high pitched sound during highway driving, especially during acceleration. With these two minor complaints, I am enthusiastic and happy about my Altima, so far.

#3164 of 3453 Re: 2012 Altima 2.5S (VA) [lj827] by sss11

Mar 07, 2012 (4:23 pm)

Replying to: lj827 (Feb 24, 2012 7:35 pm)
Hey,
 
which dealer was this? It seems like a pretty good deal. Congratz on ur purchase!

#3165 of 3453 San Jose, Ca sale price in paper by steveaspesi

Mar 12, 2012 (9:10 pm)

Premier Nissan of San Jose - it said "one day only" but you know how that goes - it often shows up a week later.
 
new 2012 Altima 2.5S sedan automatic $17,588
here's the breakdown of the discounts:
 
dealer discount: $3,977
factory rebate: $1,500
NMAC Cash: $ 750
College grad rbt $ 500
 
3 at this price: this tells me that there is over $6,000 you can take off MSRP - if you know how to negotiate. Any dealer who values high volume would likely do this at the end of the month.
By searching dealer inventory and arming yourself with this, I don't see why anyone couldn't find the exact car they want, get on the phone with the internet sales manager and get this deal. Just be certain of what you want and let them know you're serious and ready.
 
no one wants to throw out an aggressive price to someone just kicking the tires - but they will if they think you're ready to buy and are willing to go to another dealer who you've already contacted.
 
I have no reservations being cut throat with car salesmen - there are endless stories on these boards of people being taken advantage of. I love hearing the stories of people who driver a bargain and hearing the lame exit line from the salesman "you stole this car" - give me a break.
 
The Altima is going to be revised later this year and it means you should be driving a hard bargain for the tail end of the out going model.

#3166 of 3453 Looking to buy '12 2.5 S w/20th Ann. Package by jsquared83

Mar 14, 2012 (2:16 pm)

Hi everyone,
 
I've narrowed my car choices down to the Altima and have heard there are some great deals available for the 2012s due to March being the end of Nissan's fiscal year. I've made some phone calls and emails just to test to waters, however, what kind of numbers should I be expecting when I get ready to pull the trigger? The car I built is about $24,200 MSRP. Also, if anyone is from Northern/Central NJ, which dealers are the best/worst to do business with?
 
Thanks!

#3167 of 3453 Re: Looking to buy '12 2.5 S w/20th Ann. Package [jsquared83] by steveaspesi

Mar 14, 2012 (4:15 pm)

Replying to: jsquared83 (Mar 14, 2012 2:16 pm)
I think you should be able to take $6k off MSRP as long as you aren't fixed on a particualr car that is only available on one lot. Find it on two or three lots using the internet and then play all three against one another.

#3168 of 3453 Re: Looking to buy '12 2.5 S w/20th Ann. Package [jsquared83] by me4altima

Mar 14, 2012 (4:21 pm)

Replying to: jsquared83 (Mar 14, 2012 2:16 pm)
I have also nailed down my choice to an Altima 2.5s w/20th anniversary package and am also planning to add the 2.5S Premium Audio package. Do you know what is the best price to pay in Edison Area in NJ.

#3169 of 3453 Re: Looking to buy '12 2.5 S w/20th Ann. Package [steveaspesi] by jsquared83

Mar 14, 2012 (4:48 pm)

Replying to: steveaspesi (Mar 14, 2012 4:15 pm)
I was quoted $5500 off from one local dealer, expiring on 3/31 however it might be a whole bunch of rebates that you need to qualify for in order to get the full amount. $5500 would be pretty nice though. Slightly off topic, does anyone know if Nissan offers any kind of military incentives/discounts?

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