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Replying to: utc2 (Sep 03, 2005 4:17 pm) Keyes- Called me and left an message saying that don't have no blk on blk in route, but would I like another color. Thomas acura- Said they could not match Santa monica price. But gave me a quote of $35,240(OTD) which include the pro package (I don't want), wheel locks, and paint protection. So my question is to everyone is this a good price, since the inventory seem to be getting low? Or should I still keep looking, even though I am trying to take advantage of the special finance for 3.9% for 4years? Please give a response I told Thomas I would call tomorrow. Thank you
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Replying to: delmar1 (Sep 03, 2005 7:25 pm) Kurtp - Would reccomend one of two things to you. Tell them (SMA) that you are looking for a quote around $31,500 (or whatever you goal is) or ask them to price match to that value. My hunch is that they'll go for it. If they won't it seems like either Keyes or perhaps Glendale will. To be fair, I can't give you the dealer's name but it was an internet sales rep. rj1 - I paid Ventura Co. sales tax since my permanent address is from there and my drivers license has that address but otherwise you're right you would have to pay 1% more in LA Co. delmar1 - You're right I will secretly be laughing when I see those Cush and Hoehn plates. Thanks again for your help...seems like you are the pseudo-moderator for this forum. My wife thinks you are an Acura guru. Good luck all... PS - You can often pay a limit on your credit card. That way you can get miles, cash back, etc. At SMA you can put up to $5000 on your cc.
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Replying to: ceb90 (Sep 03, 2005 9:25 pm) I don't think the protection package is worth it as well (just my personal opinion). I thought the mudguards were nice because my car is black to begin with so they didn't stand out. The dealers make money when they sell you these and maybe you can negotiate w/o the package as should save theoretically over $500 as that is their charge. As for the paint protection, I've heard from others that this is no more than a nice coat of wax. I'd rather do that myself and save the $$$. I would try to negotiate a little lower considerring most buyers of late (myself included) have negotiated for around $34,100 - $34,900 OTD. But you are rolling the dice so to speak. Good luck to you.
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Replying to: utc2 (Sep 03, 2005 9:29 pm) Were you able to negotiate with SMA from their initial quote? If so, do you remember where they started with you? To be honest, the guy that I have dealt with over the Internet has seemed questionably interested in my business. I am not sure if it is because he is new and unaware of how to treat customers or if this is a tact that helps to ensure a higher price for them. Are there other dealers that you would recommend in SMA's area so I could, worse case, have other options while up there? Would you suggest contacting them by Internet first to avoid their traditional sales process? Thanks again. Although I have several neighbors and friends that have this car, they were all purchsed in SD with little research on price. I really appreicate the help you and others on this forum have provided. Have a nice night and I hope to read a response from you tomorrow. Kurt
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Replying to: kurtp (Sep 03, 2005 10:52 pm) I worked directly with one of the internet sales reps at sma who also seemed questionably interested with me. But in the end after some persistence was easy to work with. Their 1st quote was $31,499 (after I emailed telling them I heard people were getting this sort of rate at their dealership). Keyes at Van Nuys will match (see numerous previous posts). Their initial emails will be vague like "what price do you want us to match?" But they will likely do so and if they do make sure you get them to email or fax you the details. As delmar1 has posted get the details in writing and then you are set in terms of no haggling. Be sepcific (i.e. mudguards, tire locks, detsination fees, etc.) Someone posted a good experience in Glendale as well recently. Good luck to you!
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Replying to: kurtp (Sep 03, 2005 10:52 pm) My take is that the whole LA area is pretty compact..so that you could go do a web search and you will find almost a dozen within an hour drive. In fact...most that have been scouting in So Calif mentioned dealers that are within an hour drive. Now...what you really want to do is to narrow the price down amongst several dealers first before you actually drive out. That way you can best deploy your resources. Kurt....also...what prices did your SD friends pay by doing little research? That will put into perspective the power of knowledge from this site. 'utc2'...nah...not a pseudo moderator. Just a quick typist (with typos) that is trying to help others as this board also saved me $$ and trying to return the favor. Good TL hunting folks!
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Replying to: utc2 (Sep 03, 2005 9:53 pm) Actually the protection package is worth it if it the effective cost is about $200-250. You really will want the wheel locks even if you live in good areas as you may drive to a parking lot somewhere else and poof...gone. The trunk tray...great stuff with your first trunk spill. Splash guards....really keeps your car cleaner and avoid rock throws. Also...makes your car looks lower to the ground. I would have already have bought the wheel locks and splash guards...so that tilted my expections and preferences. |
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Replying to: delmar1 (Sep 04, 2005 7:45 am) See? This is what makes Edmunds special... Keep up the good work, delmar1!! regards, kyfdx
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The quote from Glendale Acura for a 2005 TL with NAV and 5 SPD auto was $32000 before tax and extras like wheel locks and such. The total OTD price would be about $34700 as I want it configured with 7 3/4% tax. SMA said they didn't have the white color I wanted and weren't interested in getting it. I will now call SoCal Acura once I find their phone number. My hope is to find a dealer that will at least match this price and be closer to San Diego, as I a drive to Irvine is a lot easier than the middle of LA. Any thoughts? Is this quote alright? There didn't appear to be any room to move this lower, or I wasn't able to do this. Do you know if the Internet pricing is pretty rigid? Thanks. Kurt
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