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Re: My deal [dwarnacutt] by kl_432
Dec 17, 2004 (10:46 am)

Replying to: dwarnacutt (Dec 15, 2004 2:29 pm)

Thank you for your posting. Information and suggestions posted on this board has been invaluable. Could you (or anyone else) please explain:
 
(1) What the wholesale financial reserve ($319) amount is?
(2) TDA of $400
 
I am considering purchasing an 05 ES330 with an MSRP of $35709 (so with HID premium pkg but w/o navigation or Mark Levinson. I am told Invoice is $31828. Would this imply the true cost of the vehicle to the dealer is closer to ~$30,900 (31828-639-319)? Dealers who've provided quotes claim that they need a minimum margin of $3-500 above cost, but I'm having trouble determining what "cost" is.
 
Anyone have any recent purchase information available for deals in Connecticut, New York or Massachusetts?
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Re: My deal [kl_432] by dwarnacutt
Dec 17, 2004 (11:07 am)

Replying to: kl_432 (Dec 17, 2004 10:46 am)

TDA is an advertising charge. The dealer recoups this cost from Lexus, so you should not pay it (although dealers still try). I do not know what the wholesale financial reserve is, but I believe it is also a charge that you should not pay as the buyer.
 
I bought the car in Southern California (a very competitive market). Have you tried looking at earlier posts to see if anyone else has bought in your area?
 
Rather than looking at dealer cost to determine the price to pay, I used % of MSRP. People seem to be paying in the range of 87-91% (again, look at the geographic area).
The car you are looking for is a standard package (same as mine except I got the chrome wheels, all season tires and the gold package) so it should be readily available off the lot.
Good luck and happy holidays.
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Re: My deal [dwarnacutt] by kl_432
Dec 17, 2004 (1:46 pm)

Replying to: dwarnacutt (Dec 17, 2004 11:07 am)

thanks you very much for the info and suggestions.
 
happy holidays.
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Re: How does this lease price sound??? [billod] by lexusct
Dec 23, 2004 (4:39 pm)

Replying to: billod (Nov 30, 2004 6:06 pm)

Which dealership in CT did you get this deal from? I am guessing you may even get a better deal under the "December to Remember" sale event. Please let me know which dealer as I am interested in a lease with similar attributes.
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TO: LEXUSCT RE: Which dealer?? by billod
Dec 24, 2004 (6:45 pm)
The dealer I used was Lexus of Greenwich. I was going to buy in late November but was advised to wait till December to take advantage of the Dec promo. So, yes, the December to Remember promo lowered the rate even more. Hope this helps.
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Prospective Alabama Buyer by kgd36580
Dec 25, 2004 (4:56 pm)
Has anyone made a purchase from a dealer in AL, MS or LA lately. I sent emails to six different dealers with specs on the ES330 I wanted and was surprised at the lack of interest shown. I visited the Lexus dealer's lot in Mobile, AL and again was surprised at the lack of inventory and the very slim selection of colors available (3). I had intended to buy before Dec.31 for tax purposes but may look at a different auto. I made my last auto purchase (Toyota Camry) over the internet and had plenty of interest.
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Re: Bit the bullet, got the 2005 [bikegal] by vabuyer1
Dec 27, 2004 (5:05 pm)

Replying to: bikegal (Dec 10, 2004 5:29 pm)

Hi,
I am living in VA too. Can you tell me the dealership and the sales person which you bought the car? I want to go take a look. The car you bought have MSRP $35919, $32000 + tax and tag is the final deal, am I right?
 
Thank you and Happy Holidays.
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Re: Bit the bullet, got the 2005 [vabuyer1] by bikegal
Dec 27, 2004 (10:39 pm)

Replying to: vabuyer1 (Dec 27, 2004 5:05 pm)

Yes, 32 k plus tax and tag. Actually I e-mailed all the Lexus dealers in va. They all met the price and I could have also received a $500 option if I had driven to northern va. But sometimes time is money.
 
I got car at the Richmond dealer. My mrsp was 35,200.
 
Good luck. Let us know how you make out.
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Re: Bit the bullet, got the 2005 [bikegal] by vabuyer1
Dec 30, 2004 (2:59 pm)

Replying to: bikegal (Dec 27, 2004 10:39 pm)

Thanks for your info. Bought a Black Garnet with Tan inside from Chantilly dealer in Northern VA for $32250 + tax + tag with MSRP $35894.
Includes Option:
-- 17" Alloy Wheels with all season tires
-- Heated and ventilated front seats
-- HID with Rain Sensing Wipes
-- Power Rear Sun Shade
-- VSC
-- Wood and Leather Steering Wheel & shift Knob
-- 6-Disc In dash CD changer
-- Trunk Mat, Cargo Net, and wheel Locks
Thanks every body who posted message. This board is great. Happy New Year!
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Re: Bit the bullet, got the 2005 [vabuyer1] by markze
Jan 01, 2005 (3:21 pm)

Replying to: vabuyer1 (Dec 30, 2004 2:59 pm)

VaBuyer, sounds like you've worked out a pretty good deal. Does anyone have any buying experience in the New York City/Long Island area? I'm looking for pretty much the same ES330 package listed by Vabuyer (message #776). The only dealer I have so far talked to gave me a price of $33,000, which also includes window tinting. I hope to do better. Would appreciate any input. Thanks and Happy New Year!

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