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#35 of 174 I stole my Sorento by bajapatty Dec 10, 2003 (12:38 am)
Well not really, but I did get a good deal on a "pre-owned" EX with most all the goodies-I think the only thing mine is lacking is heated seats, 4WD though I do have that snow button thing-not that I expect to see any snow here in So Cal or really need a warm seat for that matter. I wasn't too keen on the color black-pretty but so hard to keep clean looking   This car was sold to me by a Kia Exec for $17,900 and had 18,000 miles. This is my third Kia-my first was a 95 Sportage that left this life in a driving rainstorm on the Hollywood Freeway. That one had 104,000 miles-had spent a couple years in Mexico and at it's demise still had the original clutch, battery and not an oil leak. I still miss it. Then a 2000 Sportage-a little fancier by then with the rack and spare tire on the back and a flashy red. This one was just as solid but has had some weird problems-like a catalytic converter just replaced at 52,000 miles(in warranty) and some other emission things.    I am sold on my dealer-I have the best service ever and just can't conceive of starting over with another dealer-though my family thinks I am nuts and has tried, without any success to at least look at the Hondas or Toyotas. Nah!!!   Though I must say-the review numbers have plunged from a 9+ to mid 7s since I bought my Sorento a month or so ago-as I may not have been so eager to take on another "first year" model. So far - so good. This feels and drives like a real car-a whole lot "meatier" then the Sportage. I am a thoroughly happy Kia driver.
#36 of 174 bajapatty by lok888 Dec 10, 2003 (7:30 am)
Congrats! I'm that glad you enjoy your Sorento. I just curious how much do you cost for a brand new '03 or '04 EX 2WD in your area, after a $1000 Kia owner loyalty bonus. I think the ratings is still 9+ for '03 model. But it is only 7.1 for '04 model.
#37 of 174 by bajapatty Dec 10, 2003 (11:24 pm)
Here in So Cal it seems to be very competitive-the only time I paid any attention to prices was after I found my bargain Sorento and then I saw about 3 "leader" ads for the 2003 LX, kinda plain for around $19,000 to $19,900. Nothing was said about the loyalty $1K. Don't know much about the 2004 except I see sticker prices up to $27K for one fully loaded, 4 WD, leather, sunroof pretty much the works.
#38 of 174 What do you guys think of this price? by qbert1 Dec 19, 2003 (11:03 pm)
Just got my Sorento. It is a 2003 LX 2x4 with 16k miles. According to the dealer, it was a Kia corporate vehicle. The interior and exterior are still perfect. They had it listed at $20,050. I had pre-financing and told them the most I could pay was $16,500. Well, it seems like they wanted to move their inventory, so I got it at $16,500!!! By the way, I bought it on a rainy day - I think we were one of the few customers that day. I feel like I got a good deal, what do you guys think?
#40 of 174 any advice by dsm24 Dec 28, 2003 (11:14 am)
This will be my first purchase on my own. My parents own a 2001 Sportage & 2003 Sorento. How do I go about making the best deal out there? I want to do better than my parents!What info should I give out early as far as what I'm willing to pay, my trade in, how much I'm willing to put down. Should I go into a couple of dealerships and discuss what internet dealers are offering? If you can give me genuine info and have the time to help me out please email me at dsmeadowsmsn.com thanks so much
#41 of 174 Dsm24 by steve_ HOST Dec 28, 2003 (11:26 am)
Edmunds is a community where we share info; we aren't here to act as an email clearinghouse. Plus posting your email is a good way to attract spam.   Here's a good place to start your car buying saga:   Buying Tips. Check out the Confessions link there too - it's a real eye-opener.   Steve, Host
#42 of 174 2004 EX 4WD by mac9902 Jan 14, 2004 (10:55 pm)
Hi all,   I've been negotiating with a few dealers in the Sacramento area for a 04 EX 4WD with luxury package, ABS, and spoiler. So far the lowest quote I have is $25,515 after rebate.   How does that sound?
#43 of 174 04 EX 4WD by mac9902 Jan 16, 2004 (12:56 am)
Well I went aheah and pulled the trigger on the 04 Sorento EX 4WD with luxury package, ABS, and spoiler for just over $25,500. Approximately $1,229 under Edmund's TMV.   I actually had Cars Direct searching for one for me, but they couldn't find one in a color I like. My price was $1,000 under theirs.   I think I got a pretty good deal. I was trying to get the price down to $25,100, but the dealers started dropping like flies at that price.
#44 of 174 Congrats Mac9902! by sonnyrocker Jan 16, 2004 (2:15 pm)
That is a good price for a 4X EX. You will enjoy your new Sorento So, you purchased your car online? I would never buy a car until I have driven it myself. That's just me. I play guitar too, and I will never buy a guitar on ebay or online. I have to play one, like it, before I buy it.

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