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Hi, Im hoping someone can shake some sense into me. I have my 2003 EX with 33000 miles that I am thinking of trading. It runs flawlessly, has had all the recalls completed. A stereo and coolant line warrantee service. No rust, dings or damage. I even had a new windshield installed due to a rock. Bought it new, but owe $13k on it. The dealer is offering $11700 for trade, far above the $9700 book value for excellent condition. I have been eyeing the claret red with EVERY option and a velvet blue with only the power package. Both EX's, never will I want an LX. They are telling me that the claret would be $610/72/$32k per month and the velvet $520/72/$27k. They also found a silver EX with power and leather package for $575/72/$29k. Thats with $1500 down, $1k and $2k rebates.....to me frightening figures. The power package and now the gold rating are whats driving me, but I have no valid reason to toss my 2003 away. why I want the power package is this: I keep my driver captain chair removed, I ALWAYS have 'stuff' to move or pick up. I would love to put that chair back and take the rear two out and just use the hatch. BUT, if all windows are closed, the hatch 'poofs' and several times has not closed all the way and the light remains on. Not a big deal but real annoying and enough that I dont like to use it much. The new power package would solve all that. I think Im just being silly with the crappy economy and all... any thoughts? thanks so much. |
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Hi there.. ..Boy, I can totally relate to you on this one. Anytime I test-drive something I like, the wheels start turning in my mind and I start coming up with reasons to justify the purchase! I, too, have an '03 EX that has had all the recalls and is running great. People compliment me on the vehicle quite frequently, and we owe a little over 3 years more on it. I saw & sat in the new Sedona & LOVED it. But, the payments would be much higher for us and again, more years until it would be paid off. So, I would say if you can easily afford the payment, you should go for it..but if it's a strain, why not keep your '03 considering it's running fine...and the fact it's a very safe & attractive van? Just my 2-cents.. |
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Replying to: ne03sedona (Apr 19, 2006 8:37 pm) I know that new van looks really neat but I would suggest that you do some further research (I would highly suggest you read carbuyingtips.com, they even have a spreadsheet that will help you calculate how much to offer on the new car). I am guessing that if you asked them to deal with the numbers on the new car first and then asked about trade, they would give you next to nothing for your old car. If you are truely serious about buying a new Kia van, then I would ask for quotes on the particular model you want via the interent. DO NOT put in trade in information. I would just ask about their "out the door" prices. As soon as you offer too much information like trade in, etc. they have the upper hand. Last, why would you want to get rid of a perfectly good van? I would suggest seriously considering driving it for at least another year. If you REALLY MUST have the newer style van I would suggest waiting until the end of the year when rebates are much higher (like now the 2005 vans rebates are $5,000 wth killer fianancing, and kia typically does great end of year rebates and financing). That is my two cents. I think you are going to lose a ton of money and be suckered into a van that you can get for much less at some point here in the next year. However, Im a budget freak and I like to get the best deals possible. I work hard for my money and I sure don't want to give it to some dealership 
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Replying to: tkcolorado (Apr 20, 2006 9:39 am)
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Replying to: ne03sedona (Apr 19, 2006 8:37 pm) |
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Replying to: geraldo_rivera (Apr 11, 2006 5:41 pm) |
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Replying to: hrngffcr (Apr 20, 2006 10:38 am) If you wait 6-12 months you should see the new Sedona's drop even further in price, while at the same time, your van has already done most of its depreciation. Also never negotiate your trade-in until after you negotiate the lowest price of the new van. I have also found end of month to be the best time to negotiate as dealers will sometimes sell vans cheaper than normal to meet sales quotas. |
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| Hi back and thanks for all the input. I have indeed decided to wait at least till this time next year. You are right, this was an impulse thought, along with slick saleman jargon. Also, by the end of the year my 03 will be paid off. A huge bit of leverage there and I will still be under 35k miles!! Im thinking perhaps a left over 2006 in the next spring. It was a very hard decision, as I chewed them down to $26k/3.9% for EX with power and leather but no entertainment (not needed or wanted). I kept saying no, and then they would call with a better deal yet. Last call was they would throw in lifetime tires! Nice, but irrelevant to me as I drive so little, they would rot before they would wear out the tread. So for all of you trying to get one, KEEP SAYING NO! If they drop you, move on to another dealer. I personally have 3 KIA dealers within 22 miles. Good luck and all these posts really do help! | |
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Hi! I'm considering a 2006 base EX (no extra packages) for purchase. Superb minivan. I love the drive, and the warranty is just fantastic. (My current van- Grand Voyager with 140,000 miles!) I'd like comments from anyone on this deal - I have it in writing from my dealership: Sedona EX (base, no extras) 23,700 ("invoice" price) "marketing allowance" 711 (3%) Destination Charge 670 "Dealer Service Fee" 79 Subtotal: 25,081 tax (Wisconsin) 1,408 Subtotal: 26,598 Add: DMV/license 65 Subtract: COMPETITIVE REBATE -2,000 Grand Total (includes tax, license, etc): 24,633 The "marketing allowance" varies by location; in Wisconsin it's 2%, in other states it's 3% (like Illinois). I am told the vehicle I seek (a red one) is only availbale from another dealership who obtained it (dealer exchange) for one in illinois-- thus the slightly higher marketing cost thing (3% instead of 2%) based on where the car originated, and not where I am. I am also told the "competitive rebate" can only be applied after taxes and such are calculated. (this makes a difference of -$112).  Comments? Anyone feel I have more negotiating room, or am I "there" already? Dealer is located in Wauwatosa, WI on mayfair road. I feel it's not a bad deal, but I want to compare with other people's buying experiences.... (And no, I'm not trading in the van-- gonna sell it privately)
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Replying to: caseybea (May 05, 2006 7:15 am)
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