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Just thought I'd share the details of my recent purchase from Luther White Bear Lake Subaru in MN. Overall a very positive experience, with what I think is a reasonable price. I could probably have done better if I'd been willing to haggle more, but the price I arrived at was painless. '08 Legacy GT Automatic Transmission All Weather Floor Mats Spoiler MSRP = $30884 Purchase Price = $28300 + tax & title. Note that this is after the $750 rebate. No trade in to complicate matters; just a straight sale.
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Replying to: a4b5 (Aug 11, 2007 6:03 am) 
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Replying to: jeffmc (Jul 27, 2007 5:00 pm) The only option I am considering adding is the auto-dimming mirror with compass. The dealer I went to has a sticker price of $22,600. This price includes any delivery/destination charges. I assume the only other costs would be sales tax and DMV fees. Also, I know there is a $1000 cash back or low-financing deal from Subaru. Since I need to finance the car, what would be the better option to choose? Any advice or tips will be appreciated. Thanks.
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Replying to: edwilly (Aug 15, 2007 3:15 pm) plug in the numbers and you will see whats better the manufacturers financing or cash back and a non manufacturers loan |
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Replying to: edwilly (Aug 15, 2007 3:15 pm) A good strategy is to get e-mail quotes from four or five different dealerships' internet sales dept. Take the best two offers and see if there's any reason to go with the higher of the two offers (free loaner cars, more convenient, better customer service, etc.). If there's a compelling reason for you to go with a dealer that offers a higher quote, ask them if they'll match the lowest quote. Most will, so it certainly doesn't hurt to try. Arrange your financing with a local credit union or bank before you set foot in the dealership. Often you'll be able to come close to any special financing offered by the dealer, and sometimes the dealer will be able to beat the bank's financing. This extra step would make it financially worthwhile for you to take the rebate in lieu of special Subaru financing, in most cases. So here's the ideal outcome: price around $19,500 (after $1000 rebate) AND a reasonably low finance rate, whether it's from Subaru or your local bank. Good luck! |
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In NJ thru 9/4/07 there is a $1,500 or 2.9% financing Subaru-to-Buyer deal: 2.9% FINANCING ON ALL 08 SUBARU FORESTER MODELS Cannot be combined with any other incentive. Financing for well-qualified applicants only. Length of contract is limited. Subject to credit approval, vehicle insurance approval and vehicle availability. No down payment required. See participating dealers for details. Must take delivery from dealer stock by September 4, 2007. CUSTOMER CASH ON 08 SUBARU FORESTER MODELS Now through September 4, 2007 - 08 FORESTER models are available with Customer Cash. Must take delivery from dealer stock by September 4, 2007. See your participating dealer for details. Cannot be combined with any other incentives. $1,500 Customer Cash on 08 FORESTER 2.5 X models On a 08 Forester 2.5X there is a $2,000 Factory Rebate, bringing the Premium Package down to $1,500. I am planning to put $8,000 down and take 48 months to pay. I am already qualified for the lowest interest rate. Shouldn't my dealer be lowering the sticker price another $1,500 in addition to the Prem Pkg rebate OR offer the 2.9%? He is offering $500 and 6.9%. I am wrong or is he trying to pull a fast one? 
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Replying to: zenprofit (Aug 25, 2007 7:57 am) sometimes they will have some marketing junk on the sticker essentially giving you a discount on a package of options (as opposed to having each option priced seperately) the manufacturers incentives are $1500 off whatever price you negotiate or 2.9% (for 24 months, 3.9 for 36 etc), interest rates also depend on your credit score. what is the dealer discounting the 500 from?? MSRP, invoice??? his interest rate may also be from a bank and not Subaru.(which actually is IIRC Chase)
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| according to the Subaru site and cars101, the 08 Forester has a 1500 rebate for the X model, all other foresters only get a 500 rebate. | |
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Replying to: cptplt (Aug 25, 2007 10:45 am) Premium Package (Optional $1,500) * 8-way power adjustable driver's seat * Dual-stage heated front seats * Panoramic power sliding-glass moonroof with auto-open/close feature * SIRIUS™ Satellite Radio capability * Auxiliary audio jack for portable media players * 120-watt 4-speaker audio system with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA player in dash and four upgraded speakers * Automatic climate control system with CFC-free air conditioning, air filtration system, rotary controls for temperature, 7-speed fan and airflow direction * Perforated leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column * Perforated leather-wrapped shifter handle and parking-brake handle * 4-wheel disc, ventilated front brakes * 16 x 6.5-inch 8-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels * Larger body-color painted side mirrors with integrated turn signals * Body-color painted door handles * Heated side mirrors and windshield wipers de-icer Well worth $1,500.00 to me. He threw in $500 rebate which I was not entitled to. Buying a silver X this week. 
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| Sorry, I know it's the same manufacturer and all, but how is a promotion on Foresters helpful to Legacy buyers? IIRC, this is a Legacy forum, is it not? | |
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