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Replying to: mazda626atx (Jan 31, 2009 12:59 pm) I also went to Bay Ridge Toyota, and test drove the RAV4 V6 2008 (they have the same engine according to the salesperson). They had the 2009 (same specs I want) in another dealer (same owner). I gave them a price of $27,700 because they held my credit card and said if its approved then they will charge my CC as deposit. The desk salesperson came and told me they were losing money on the deal (about $800). They asked if I was doing financing or cash. I said cash if the financing wasnt what I wanted. I told them less than 2%. The desk salesperson was furious and gave me a lecture that it will be about 4-6%. He did tell me that the title fee and motor vehicle are the same. I had a quote from Hudson Toyota in NJ and they charge me Title fee of $276 and Motor Vehicle fee of around $195. Doesnt that seem a little high? I remb when I purchase my 2003 Accord it was one fee of only $75 (transfer fee). Plaza Automall: 2721 Nostrand Ave in brooklyn. Testing twice with two differnt RAV4 V6, it was really loud. The salesperson said because it is a SUV, more weight, bigger engine, and more airspace under the car, so the engine is louder. Mazda626, you didnt think it was loud, more so than sedan V6? I havent tested another SUV V6, so I am unsure if the salesperson is correct.
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Replying to: vliu13 (Jan 31, 2009 2:15 pm) The ride was not much louder than my wifes MAZDA but I had the radio on and test drove it on the Palisade Parkway which is fairly smooth. On the subject of price . I had the salesman at Queensboro print out the invoices of the cars at Fitzmall at 2 different locations and I have found out that the Nov delivery cars from Japan have base priced invoice of $28710 and a dealer cost of $24,473 just as Edmunds says. Now the newer cars manufactured later and at least the Jan manufacture/shipping date are base car delear cost $24,751 which is $278 more than the older models. Also the older models (Nov etc) have a TDA OF either $453 or $495 and as high as $520 on the latest shipping date . So it appears the RI dealer was telling the truth when he said there is a raise in prices . That explains why Fitz has 2 exact same cars at 2 locations : one for $28,116 and the other for $28,416. Also in the invoice, can be the price of gas which varies for $7 to $15 But the RETAIL BASE MODEL 4WD V6 LIMITED remains at $27,810 while the dealer cost has gone up approx $300. Does anyone think Toyota could get away with this in this environment or is this more creative accounting to confuse buyers? I am confused now more than ever . The bottom lne is my dealer is offering me cars in his stock or coming into stock for invoice price. Does anyone believe aside from Fitzmall I can do better in the NYC area.
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Replying to: mazda626atx (Jan 31, 2009 6:24 pm)
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I am just wondering, How many dealers are on this site? 
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Replying to: vliu13 (Jan 31, 2009 7:30 pm) Don't think you'll get an answer to that question. 
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Replying to: vliu13 (Jan 31, 2009 7:28 pm) What color combos does hudson have in that exact configuration. My eyes are bleeding form looking thru the inventory of 3 local dealers to find that exact combo The only people who has the exact car I want is Fitzmall in Chambers PA and he wants $28,116 and the car has been there since the end of November. The newer cars are $300 more and I am going to try Hudson tomorrow and see if they have that exact car in stock . Queens boro toyota wants $227.50 for license title etc $2381.59 for tax and $28437 for that car for a OTD total of $31,046.10. I think Hudson is robbing you on TTLD and giving you a better price on the car. I tend to not believe car dealers but will try Hudson 2morrow. I need to get my car no later than 2 -3 weeks and would not like to give a deposit in any event on a car to be delivered later. As to the question of how many dealers are in here? Do you think we are tipping our hand ? As for your comment "Do not settle for anything less than $27,750 before tax and TTL for 2009 Limited V6 with QY BC TO FE MF CF-R. We are looking for the same model and that is what I was given by Hudson Toyota dealer " Is this for a car in stock ??
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Replying to: mazda626atx (Feb 01, 2009 10:19 am)
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Replying to: vliu13 (Feb 02, 2009 6:15 am) Are you going to buy it for $27750 plus TTLD? TTLD is almost a fixed amount so find out what other dealers want and insist on that amount . Queens boro toyota wants $227.50 If they insist on robbing you tell them to give you 30 day temp and you take care of the TTLD yourself
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Replying to: mazda626atx (Feb 02, 2009 8:58 am) If I tell the to give me the 30 day temp, will they still charge me a fee?
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Hi I am interested in buying 2009 Rav4 Sport/Limited 4*4 V4 in VA/MD/DC area. What is the good price for the Vehicle? Anyone bought it recently can help me out here. Specially in DC Metro area, I would like to know the dealership name also. I live in rockville MD. Thanks in advance
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