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Re: Dealers in SF Bay Area [mazda626atx] by rengaw
Mar 05, 2009 (10:20 pm)
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Replying to: mazda626atx (Mar 05, 2009 8:26 pm)

I finally bought a RAV yesterday after several months of speaking with about 7 dealers here in the pacific northwest. I ordered the Consumer Report data for $14, I priced the vehicle out on Edmonds, I went through the Costco pricing system, I looked at dealer invoicing and finally I found the most useful referenced point to start with was the Fitzmall internet price.
 
My experience of sending out requests for quotes over the internet was not very helpful. And at least half the dealerships I contacted did not answer back. I found it best to speak with live people over the phone and have all my figures sitting in my lap. Several dealerships gave me the impression they would meet my price but after talking to "the man" were $800 to $1100 too high.
 
I ended up getting my RAV for $200 under invoice plus the $500 rebate for March. Some dealers had differenct invoice pricing for the exactly same vehicles. In the northwest I would recommend Magic Toyota of Edmonds, WA and the Toyota dealer in Lewiston, Idaho, Rogers Motors, they were straight forward and honest.
 
You probablly won't be able to get the Fitzmall price, less rebates, here in the northwest but it is a good starting point.
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Re: Dealers in SF Bay Area [rengaw] by Kamry
Mar 07, 2009 (10:12 am)
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Replying to: rengaw (Mar 05, 2009 10:20 pm)

Which Rav did you get? I am sure you made a very wise choice. Congratulations and ENJOY!
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Re: Dealers in SF Bay Area [mazda626atx] by blueman4
Mar 07, 2009 (12:11 pm)
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Replying to: mazda626atx (Mar 05, 2009 8:26 pm)

Thanks. I have been reading this site closely for several years. Due to the great info here, I have bought 2 cars so far at great prices. That is why I was surprised that after getting 3 online quotes from 3 Bay Area Toyota deals, none came in under invoice. When I countered all 3 with $300-400 under invoice, all 3 said no and never came back with another offer.
 
Very strange.
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Re: Dealers in SF Bay Area [rengaw] by mazda626atx
Mar 07, 2009 (12:37 pm)
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Replying to: rengaw (Mar 05, 2009 10:20 pm)

Congrats on getting your new car .
Have fun with it like I am having fun with mine
 
 As to the poor person not able to get a decent deal above. Widen your net and consider taking a 3-4 hour ride to get your car if necessary . I find it hard to beleive that you cant get 2-300 under invoice. I kept on going to different dealers untill I got one that would give me areasonable price.
  I was prepared to take the train to Fitzmall in Md and drive back ( about 3 1/2 hours ) but in the end I found what I wanted at the price that I wanted.
 
  Are you saying there are only 3 dealers in you area ?
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Remote start. by Kamry
Mar 07, 2009 (11:31 pm)
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Does anyone have an opinion or suggestion on an after market remote start for the Rav 4 keyless entry? I am looking for an alarm and remote start in one, it would be for an 09 Rav 4 V6, again with the keyless entry. Thanks
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Re: Remote start. [Kamry] by vliu13
Mar 08, 2009 (2:17 pm)
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Replying to: Kamry (Mar 07, 2009 11:31 pm)

I just had the viper 5901 installed on my 2009 rav4 ltd 4wd v6. I bought it on eBay for $270 shipped. But the installer said I have to wait for the new module for toyota rav4 because of the push start/ keyless entry. Google viper 5901 to learn more about the system. Also, there is a new viper system (7901?) coming out in April.
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2009 RAV4 4WD 4cy by g78
Mar 08, 2009 (3:43 pm)
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Hi. I am being offered $21395 for a 2009 RAV4 4WD 4cyl without tags/title and tax...I live in MD and was wondering if anyone has gotten a better or comparable deal in this area...i have spoken to a bunch of dealerships and this is the best I could negotiate...i have not taken the 500 rebate as I will choose the special financing...
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Re: Remote start. [vliu13] by Kamry
Mar 09, 2009 (7:21 am)
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Replying to: vliu13 (Mar 08, 2009 2:17 pm)

Hi, Thanks for responding on the remote start. I am a little confused, so did you have the Viper 5901 installed or did you have to wait for the new module? I have a Viper in my car and I love it. I was told that Toyota will void the warranty if an after market system is installed? If you did have the 5901 installed how do you like it? Thanks again.
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Re: Remote start. [Kamry] by vliu13
Mar 09, 2009 (8:26 am)
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Replying to: Kamry (Mar 09, 2009 7:21 am)

I had the Viper 5901 installed without the module. I am guessing they wanted my business. The alarm and remote start works fine. I can remote start the car. However, when I open the door, the remote start will shut down, and I will have to push start (to start the car again). The installer stated that the module will fix this so that when I enter the car after I remote start, I just have to step on the brake within half minute. I am not sure why the installer said the module is not available until a couple months later. I checked the web and found idatalink module that should work. But the problem is a minor inconvenience.
 
Also, the temp reading is higher than what it should be. I have to call the installer regarding this problem. I still have to test my rear defroster function.
 
According to Viper website, Magnuson-Moss Warranty Improvement Act: no new car warranty can be instantly voided simply by the addition of any aftermarket (non-factory) product, including vehicle security products. Read the faq for more information. http://www.viper.com/Support/
 
Another helpful website is www.12volt.com which is another automotive forum.
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Re: Remote start. [vliu13] by Kamry
Mar 09, 2009 (12:37 pm)
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Replying to: vliu13 (Mar 09, 2009 8:26 am)

Thanks again, you are very knowledgeable. I didn't like the idea of the remote start shutting off when you enter the car, that's one of the reasons I didn't get the factory installed remote. Why start the car twice and put added use on the starter if you don't need to. I didn't like the idea of starting the Rav 4 twice each time you used the remote, plus the distance on the factory remote was MUCH less than the Viper. Do you know what the difference is between the 5901 and the 7901? I again appreciate your information. I just need to make a decision on the remote and alarm system.

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