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| I am interested in the same package, so I would like to know if it was FWD or AWD. Any chance they will come down on the price if they dont have my color choices. | |
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The model we purchased was AWD. MSRP was $44,188. We negotiated down to $40,200. I also wanted the remote starter. Dealer MSRP on the starter $700. I offered $40,500 for car with the starter. Dealer counter with a price of $40,605. I said at that price I also want the starter and a extra service thrown in. Dealer agreed. So the total price was $44,188 plus $700 dollars for starter plus $125 for Service = MSRP $45013. We paid $40,605. As Far as color goes... We originally thought we wanted Black/Black. The dealer told us that vehicle was hard to locate. I found out that Toyota's production practice creates a situation were only a small percentage of Black/Black color combos are produced. So don't let a dealer tell you you have to pay more because it is popular. It has nothing to do with popularity and everything to do with the preset production allotment. The dealer said we might have to pay more if we wanted Black /Black, however, the salesperson said to make the deal he would bend on the color. Before going into the dealership to complete the deal, we walked through the lot and looked at the RX's in black and silver. We liked the silver better. So we bought the silver. You can use your color preference as leverage. Even if the dealer says your color preference is hard to locate and/or you might have to pay a premium. You can counter that you will settle for and alternative color package but the dealer must provide an additional discount. An even better solution is to find another dealership that has the color combo you want and use it as leverage. If you use this alternative it works like magic. Prices drop and all-of-a-sudden the dealership can get the exact vehicle you want. Price - If you look at our deal (without the starter and extra service) the price was $40,200. At that price, I had three dealerships tell me that they could not match it and one tell me it would be very close. Since it is the end of the month, and from what I understand, Toyota's fiscal year ends 3/31, I think you could do $500 better. I would target $39,800. Good luck. |
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| my mistake. 72 month purchase financing. | |
| I live in the Maryland/DC area, there are 4 main dealerships in the area, ALL the dealerships are not trying to budge from 42k with the Nav. and Prem package. They are saying that this car is "HOT" and I won't get it cheaper..I see people are getting this car at a cheaper price, please let me know if anyone in this area is buying the car cheaper or should I go to NY or MA, because it seems like they are getting the best deals. any suggestions? | |
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Although we ordered the car on 3/1/04, we just did the paperwork today. Supposedly it is being built tomorrow (4/1) and will be here by 4/12/04. What a process this ordering is, it was supposed to be built on 3/8 originally. Anyway here is the deal here in Atlanta: 2004 RX330 AWD Savanna/Ivory Base MSRP: 32,367 + 625 Dest = $32,992.00 Mark Levinson/Navigation Package ($6,770) Preferred Accessory Package (158) Towing Package (160) Heated Seats/rain-sensing wipers (665) 18" Wheels (215) Total MSRP: 45,168 Total Invoice: 39,390 Negotiated Price: 42,995 I feel I got a good deal especially as this is the second go around (we originally were going to buy an LS but when it got here the color was terrible (Moonlight Pearl) and we didn't like any other LS colors.) and they have provided us with a loaner since 2/14/04. Absolutely great, great service and people at Nalley Lexus Marietta. |
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I would check-out some internet sites, (look at previous messages to find the sites etc. Cars Direct,Invoice Dealers ....) If the internet price is lower, tell your local dealerships. Also, look to see if your local dealers have websites. If so, the dealer will usually offer "Special" internet prices. The "Special" price is usually lower than the initial sales offer BUT you should still negotiate down from this "Special" price. The sales people you dealt with at the dealers will most likely compete with the "Special" price. Once you get the ball rolling, see which dealer drops the price to your satisfaction. |
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| Agree with mvb6500,once you get the ball rolling it tends to go lower.Also would check internet for other dealers,very pleased with both our price and buying experience.Did not get the nav or M/L (dealer said in only one 1 came thru with that in a year with 50+ units a month).Picked ours up yesterday and love it! | |
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bsaunders - try Lexus of Rockville, MD. Another poster got a good price there back in August, and I got a very good quote but eventually bought in MA. If you want more specific info, let me know you've posted your email address in your profile and I'll send specifics. katherine |
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| Thanks Katherine, I will check the Rockville Lexus, didn't know they had one...What part of MA did you buy your RX and did you have it delivery or you went to pick it up? What was the "out the door" cost, if you don't mind me asking... Also, I will check the internet specials...Thanks! | |
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