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#1056 of 9090 re: stockwatch by wibble Jan 20, 2004 (12:52 pm)
"299 processing fee"   What is this? The usual document fee is $45. This looks like a bogus tack-on. I would definitely question it.   On the price, the invoice on that spec is $32,570 so we're looking at $980 over invoice. On an AWD that's not bad.
#1057 of 9090 VPP in the Northwest by vancmt Jan 20, 2004 (4:30 pm)
I am intested in purchasing a 4 dr G35 - Leather with my VPP discount and this is what I heard from a local dealer. They basically said, they accept the VPP pricing but they tack on a $1495 cost for a Northwest Package,which includes undercoating and special leather finishing to guarantee the interior for 5 years in case of damage and another $195 for wheel locks. Is this $1495+195=1690 for real ? It seams like the dealership is trying to find a loophole around the VPP process to earn more money. Like to get your thoughts. Anybody else experience these extra expenses from other dealerships with VPP
#1058 of 9090 by chrisboth Jan 20, 2004 (5:50 pm)
wheel locks are free in PA - DO NOT PAY ANYTHING LIKE THIS - buy one on line for that 1690 less or more and have it delivered by some nicer more reasonable businesslike people.
#1059 of 9090 vancmt by wibble Jan 20, 2004 (6:23 pm)
This, again, is nonsense. Nissan / Infiniti wheel locks cost the dealer around $20 per set of four and can be fitted in a matter of minutes. Any half decent dealer should provide and fit them for free. As for this "Northwest Package", this, as we say back home, is bollocks. It sounds to me like this dealer doesn't want to sell the car at the VPP price and is trying to recoup some of their lost gross. Remember that VPP pricing is set by Infiniti and the dealer has no say in it. The only decision they can make is to sell you the car or not. I would suggest you get in touch with a more reputable dealer even if it means getting your car out-of-state and having it shipped in. A word to everyone else. Keep an eye out for stuff like this. Any documentation fee over $50, wheel locks for $200, all season floor mats for $200, chromed factory wheels for $3995, etc. are all money makers for the dealer and shouldn't be tolerated. As well as asking for a price over invoice, get an "out the door" price and get it confirmed in writing. If taking finance, take a calculator with you and check the numbers. I don't know how many times people I know have told me they got a great $200 over invoice dealer or the like just to get charged $5000 for a $1000 worth of add-ons they didn't need in the first place.
#1060 of 9090 chrisboth &wibble by vancmt Jan 20, 2004 (10:27 pm)
Thanks for the feedback. After I sent out this message, I actually contacted another dealership ~2 hours away and that Infiniti dealer said they never add extra stuff for VPP pricing unless it's something the customer actually wants. It appears this dealership has actually taken away some of the 'overcharging' dealership's business already.   Great advice about getting an 'out the door' price. Up to this point, I had basically been talking around the invoice price, not thinking about the other downstream cost implications.
#1061 of 9090 Got Silver G35 with Sunroof only in CA by aradbaal Jan 21, 2004 (10:37 am)
My experience in getting a G35 sedan in Bay area, CA.   After deciding to go with the G35 sedan, I thought I would try the Costco Auto Buying program. Lexus offered Invoice+$200. Then I went to Colma Infiniti through Costco Auto Program, and the Costco deal was Invoice+$1000. The dealer indicated that he would be willing to deal, but it would still required some negotiation.   Then I saw the post by alistaircookie on this BB.   So I sent email messages to all Bay area dealers through the dealer web sites. Got a response from a couple of them, one even looked up my number and left me a phone message. Included was the message from Pleasanton dealer about the $3200 off MSRP. Looked around the web sites, and found that only Pleasanton had the Silver/Grey with Sunroof. Went 01/19 morning to talk to them, and they offered the "Internet" offer. Signed the paperwork and picked it up that same evening.   Finally, it did not turn out to be a dreadful experience that I was afraid of.   Thanks to all for the information here.
#1062 of 9090 Discount on leftover 03 Sedan??? by tom17 Jan 25, 2004 (4:47 am)
I did a search of available G35 sedans at my local dealer and most of them are still 03's. The dealers website lists 4% over invoice cost for G35's (no mention of which year). I figure a leftover 03 should go for invoice or below. Has anyone here recently bought a leftover 03?   Thanks.
#1063 of 9090 Virginia dealer by redwards3 Jan 25, 2004 (7:45 am)
I am in the same area. WHo was the dealer?.. do you have contact. Dealers I have contacted will not budge off $35,000 zone for same car.   I am in a real quandry - I love my '01 525i but they have butchered the new model and I don't want to go down to a 3 series. I have read so many negative things about the G35x (interior finish poor, gas mileage, harsh brakes, design is cold) but I think it's the best value out there. I only only want it for three years (BMW MUST redesign 5 series by then). Should I do it?   WHat should I pay for G35x with premium package only? If anyone has a great deal in Baltimore area. please let me know contact...
#1064 of 9090 by rderizans Jan 25, 2004 (6:02 pm)
redwards3 - just purchased a new G35x in the NYC area and traded a '99 328i in on it. The BMW definitely has a distinct feel and seemed lighter on its feet (not sure if a heavier 525i would feel the same way), but the G35 is definitely more powerful (probably MUCH more so than the 525i) and feels about as capable dynamically. Brake feel is about the same - both are touchy until you get used to them.   The "low-quality" interior has been, in my opinion, blown out of proportion. Go to a dealer and sit in a Graphite interior car. It's a pretty cool look and definitely a "high class" feel. Paired with Diamond Graphite on the outside I've already gotten several comments on the car from many different age groups. That said, the objective quality of materials is definitely a step below what was in my 328i, but not THAT dramatic of a difference. Check it out and make your own judgement.   I paid about $34k for my G35x with Premium Package. Didn't take much haggling. I might even have been able to get them lower. Not sure. I loved my 328i, but $34k from BMW will only buy you a 325ix with premium package and nothing else. It was tough to pass up the value of the G35x.   If you're interested in FWD, check out the new TL as well. VERY nice car, with a great interior...one that's nicer than either the BMW or G35's, IMHO. Dynamics aren't quite as good as either of those cars, but it's a heck of a car for the price.   Best of luck!
#1065 of 9090 My New G35 Buying Experience by bernie4g35 Jan 25, 2004 (10:46 pm)
I just purchased my new G35 Sedan with leather/Premium Package w/o FSS/Sport Suspension/Splash Guards/Trunk Mat from Infiniti South Bay in Torrance. I believe I bought the car from the same Internet/Fleet Dealer used by uscgirl. Thanks uscgirl for the tip. I bought the car for invoice $31349 and the ONLY additional charges were $50 (for doc prep and a state tax), $255 (for licensing/registration), and sales tax. In addition, I went for the 2.9 percent financing. There were NO additional finance charges (no doc fees, credit check, etc.). My experience with the purchase could have not of been better. I bought a great car at a great price. Can't wait to get back out on the road!!! Oh, with respect to the post about paying for the wheel locks, mine were included.

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