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Replying to: ateixeira (Oct 10, 2008 11:01 am)  Can't get a Premium for under $20k, no way, no how, unless it's used. Fitzmall has manual X Prem Pkg. for around $21.5k, so that should be a good target. They've got a red one w/All Weather Pkg (heated seats, windshield, mirrors), for $22k. What part of the country are you in, fsrph? Perhaps we can give you a couple dealer suggestions. If you're in no hurry, I'd at least consider waiting til the end of the year. Sales prices certainly won't go up, and the economy may be bad enough to prompt a small rebate by then. They usually start at $500, if that's worth the wait and risk there'll be a rebate at all. Subaru's more interested in profit margins than sales volume, so we likely won't see any fire sale price-slashing. Forester's still going strong, Legacy is up, Impreza's down a little, and Outback and Tribeca are down a fair amount. The economy hasn't affected Subaru nearly as much as most manufacturers, so we'll see...
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Replying to: jeffmc (Oct 10, 2008 8:22 pm) I'm not sure if I should wait or not because I plan on trading a 2003 Nissan 350Z and will receive more for it now compared to trading it in the middle of winter. Thanks. Frank
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Replying to: fsrph (Oct 11, 2008 5:10 am) Gas prices are dropping, so if fuel economy is not a priority that's quite a steal. That was a $29,000 vehicle 2 years ago. |
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Anyone here from NJ looking to buy a car sometime soon? I was thinking it would be a great idea to get some people together to buy a car from the same dealer/salesman. There's nothing like walking in and saying "How'd you'd like to sell 4 cars today" to get a nice discount... Let me know if you're interested! 
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Replying to: connieylee (Oct 12, 2008 11:28 am) Touch-Screen GPS Navigation Sirius Satellite Radio (works nicely with the navigation) Bluetooth Splash Guard Rear Pumper Cover Auto Dimming Mirror with Compass and Homelink Puddle Light Kit Luggage Compartment Cover Aero Crossbars PZEV Certified (California) MSRP: $30, 544 Invoice: $28,244 Paid: $27,549 before taxes and fees Out the door with California tax and fees = $30K even. I think the fact that I had no trade-in and paid cash helped the deal. Seemed like a fair deal, but I didn't do a lot of shopping around, so I'm not sure. I just went to a reputable dealer. I was debating whether I should wait for a few more weeks for possible rebates, worsening economy, and dealers being more motivated to unload inventory towards the end of the year. But, I just couldn’t wait! Happy shopping to those of you still shopping for one.
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Replying to: connieylee (Oct 12, 2008 11:28 am)
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Replying to: packrfan (Oct 13, 2008 7:44 am) |
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Hope someone can help me with pricing on a 2009 2.5x Limited PZEV (I'm in NJ) - this is my first time purchasing a car and calculations are making my brain mush. All calculations below don't include any dealer fees: Consumer reports reports invoice: $24,330 + $665 destination + $200 PZEV = $25,195 Then they state holdback = $780, so dealer cost is $25,195 - $780 HB = $24,415 Now, the dealer gave me "supposedly" $200 below invoice pricing at $25,615 He even faxed me the "factory invoice" which states this price. Am I to believe Consumer Reports and this supposed factory invoice pricing includes a huge chunk of holdback? If I believe Consumer Reports, then if I offered $24,800 base it would give the dealer a $385 profit (i.e. Dealer Cost $24,415 + $385 HB= $24,800). HELP!!!!!  Thanks
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Replying to: p0926 (Oct 08, 2008 10:36 am) |
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Replying to: connieylee (Oct 14, 2008 4:17 pm) The invoice for PZEV Forester Limited is $25231 (24566+665). The dealer invoice may be different from the manufacturer invoice as it may include advertising fee for the region. Fitzmall.com is selling the same car with popular equipment Grp B (puddle lights + auto dimming mirror/homelink) for $24995. This is $565 below the manufacturer invoice (25231+329=25560). Here is my suggestion: 1. Go to your dealer web site and pick a car you like from their inventory so that you get the exact list of options on the car. 2. Calculate the price you want to pay. In your case, shoot for $500 below invoice + invoice for options ($25231+invoice on all options). 3. Contact the dealer by email and let them know the exact car you are interested in and the price you are willing to pay. I suggesting communicating by email as you will have all the numbers in writing. Once you negotiate the car price, ask the dealer to email you "out the door" price which includes car price + dest + TTL + documentation fees. If you are happy with the car price and documentation fees, purchase the car. I wouldn't mind paying extra $200-250 from the target price, if the dealer is courteous and pleasant to deal with. Good luck! |
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