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Replying to: demedja (Dec 03, 2008 7:40 am) If the dealer promises to throw in his/her children, you can be sure they're still making a profit. I bought two BMWs in the last 2 years, and quite honestly, and although I like my salesman and trust him to a certain extent, if he doesn't give me a deal I can feel comfortable with and have no regrets, I will bargain and walk away if I don't like it. I, quite frankly, don't care if the deal costs him his grocery money for 6 months. Every sales person is going to tell you that they may lose their job if they sell you the car at the price you're asking (or more often at slightly above that number), but the thing to remember is that the car dealers (with the possible current exception of the "big 3") are not in business to lose money. If you always remember that, you can negotiate from a stronger position. They won't run out of cars. xeye |
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Replying to: vish_dc (Dec 03, 2008 1:42 pm) My recommendation has two components; 1) Pay what leaves you with no regrets. The one thing you want to focus on is driving away and sleeping well knowing that you're OK with yourself. It's not easy, and whatever you do, DO NOT RATIONALIZE THE PURCHASE! I think you were in the ballpark last purchase and I did the same. No one can tell you what deal will make you feel good about what you did. It sounds like you know what you're doing. Having said all this maudling stuff, my wife and I have a 2008 328xi (her car) and a 2007 335xi (my ride). If you can come up with the $$$ difference and you like zoooom, go for the 335, no doubt at all. If you want a very capable car, still with a ton (& a half) of fun factor, you can't go wrong with the 328. They're both a lot of fun to drive. Both of ours are 6-sp manuals. The real difference is, do you want zoom starting at the low RPM end (335,and it will make you smile every time you nail the pedal), or do you like the zoom as the RPMs climb (Wait! A few more RPMs before the shift point!)? Either way, you'll have a great ride. In the long run, especially if you get the 0.9% financing, the difference is lunch at a fancy restaurant. I wouldn't sactifice the BMW fun for a Waldorf salad. xeye P.S. For me, it's the turbo'd 335. Absolutely no question. But that's me. And I have no citations after ~15,000 miles, although there were one or two occasions... |
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Replying to: twmark (Dec 04, 2008 2:40 am)
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I've called around to a few dealers and the lowest quote I've received is $39,880 for a 2009 328i xdrive for: Alpine white Premium Package Heated Seats Ipod Connector This is about $1400 above invoice. Is this a good deal or should I hold out for something better? Thanks!
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Replying to: red44 (Dec 05, 2008 7:23 pm)
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Replying to: Dante1918 (Dec 06, 2008 7:19 am) |
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Just came back from Annapolis BMW.. Felt like I was being sold a 75 Chevy. Manager gave me the "If I give you a good price will you put a deposit down today" line.. Sheesh !! Anyway.. they cant find a stick do would be ordering 2009 325 I Sedan Premium Package Cold Weather Package Logic 7 Radio Sirius Radio Cash deal Metallic paint quoted me $38,992.. sticker $40,745 Can this be bought for appreciably less.. Looks like $1k or so over invoice Thanks in advance |
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I just picked up a 2009 335i Coupe from Weatherford BMW in Berkeley (California). Here are the specs: * Manual Transmission * Premium Package * Sports Package * 19" Wheels * Power Rear Sunshade * Heated Front Seats * Parking Distance Control * iPod/USB Adaptor * Navigation * Satellite Radio * Logic 7 Sound Paid: $50,580 (before taxes, license, etc...) I actually went in with the intention to special order different color and slightly less options but after taking a closer look at my original color I backed out and went with black/black which, coincidentally, they had 1 MT 335 in stock. It had a couple options I didn't really need, but it was there and the thought of having it that day put me in a state of euphoria. I already have worked out a deal with the sales rep over phone/email for $600 over invoice. But I guess she took advantage of my eagerness and I ended up paying $1100 over invoice. We were actually negotiating relative to invoice and agreed on $800 over, but they tack on this additional $300 internal thing, supposedly for prepping the car, paying their utility bill, and keeping the toilet paper well stocked. I know it's BS, but I decided not to fight that battle. After all they are my neighborhood BMW dealer where I have to take the car in for maintenance and didn't feel like getting nasty with them. Besides - I felt that $1100 over invoice was a fair deal, for a 2009 manual trans in stock (very hard to find MT). Also - when I almost bought one last year, the best deal I was offered was $100 off MSRP. |
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Replying to: paulclee (Dec 03, 2008 10:37 pm) http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.ef0f830/9395
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I am new to BMW car. My local dealer has similar lease on both 08 528i and 335i, with 335i equipped more with Nav. and Xenon headlight. No sport package for both cars. Please help me with some advises if I should go for the 335 engine or the 5 series space? Thanks in advance.
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