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#122 of 149 Re: Mexcar beware [coppamc] by mexcar Feb 18, 2007 (4:48 pm)
Replying to: pegasus17 (Feb 18, 2007 11:07 am) Interesting. In this age of instant information on the internet I wonder whether there's some source of statistics on that kind of thing. I tend to be easy on brakes, as a driver, but definitely agree that's something to look out for. Still, if I can get closer to that $7000 off MSRP figure (which is what I'm shooting for) it will be hard to resist. Apart from the brakes issue -- which I definitely agree is a red flag -- the two main objections I read about, that it's underpowered and has bland styling, don't bother me. I actually like the styling, and after twenty years of car ownership it will be the fastest zero to sixty I've ever had. Replies to this message: barnstormer64 (Feb 18, 2007 5:46 pm) pegasus17 (Feb 18, 2007 6:14 pm) mexcar (Feb 19, 2007 5:28 pm) pegasus17 (Feb 20, 2007 7:46 am) and 1 more...
#123 of 149 Re: Mexcar beware [mexcar] by barnstormer64 Feb 18, 2007 (5:46 pm)
Replying to: mexcar (Feb 18, 2007 4:48 pm) Believe me, it's NOT underpowered, regardless of WHAT the magazines say.   And the styling is fine . . at least for me, and apparently you.
#124 of 149 Re: Mexcar beware [mexcar] by pegasus17 Feb 18, 2007 (6:14 pm)
Replying to: mexcar (Feb 18, 2007 4:48 pm) I agree with b64 about the styling and the power. Neither is an issue for me. What I am shooting for is a large sedan with all-wheel drive and a V-6 for under 25k. I look forward to hearing how you do on your purchase. Remember that the current incentives may expire at any time. FYI, I noticed the marketing support(dealer incentive) went from 2750 to only 1500. Here's the link: http://www.edmunds.com/incentives/RebateController?styleid=100726861&popuppage=o- n Replies to this message: mexcar (Feb 19, 2007 5:28 pm) pegasus17 (Feb 20, 2007 7:46 am) mexcar (Feb 20, 2007 1:37 pm)
#125 of 149 Re: Mexcar beware [coppamc] by mexcar Feb 19, 2007 (5:28 pm)
Replying to: pegasus17 (Feb 18, 2007 6:14 pm) Thanks to All for the encouraging words. I went ahead and got the SEL today -- with Power pkg., Convenience Pkg, Traction control and Satellite radio -- for $19,150 plus TTL. $20,347 out the door. I think I could have done better, although the dealer mentioned that it was a very unusual day in the sense that they sold four 500s during the single day.   So far the car seems very nice. It feels like what it surely is: a highly evolved product and consequence of years of a large middle class able to stoke heated competition for more and more quality for less money. I'm sure there are better engines and more reliable models, but in some ways the point may be that the good people here and elsewhere who highlight these differences are a big part of what results: a lot of great options in the marketplace. Replies to this message: pegasus17 (Feb 20, 2007 7:46 am) mexcar (Feb 20, 2007 1:37 pm)
#126 of 149 Re: Mexcar beware [mexcar] by pegasus17 Feb 20, 2007 (7:46 am)
Replying to: mexcar (Feb 19, 2007 5:28 pm) Well said. Enjoy your new ride. BTW, what was MSRP? Replies to this message: mexcar (Feb 20, 2007 1:37 pm)
#127 of 149 Re: Mexcar beware [coppamc] by mexcar Feb 20, 2007 (1:37 pm)
Replying to: pegasus17 (Feb 20, 2007 7:46 am) $24,955 including destination.
#128 of 149 Re: Agree with the necessary discounts too. [heypeace] by joel0622 Feb 24, 2007 (12:36 pm)
Replying to: heypeace (Feb 08, 2006 8:28 pm) It is not that uncommon for Apples and Oranges to have different prices.
#129 of 149 Been Lurking - Now Buying by times2 Feb 26, 2007 (7:57 am)
Hi Guys,   I've been checking this forum looking at what people had to say about the 500s. Other than some people thinking the car was bland looking, or slightly underpowered, it looks mostly positive. We were looking to get rid of our 2002 Sedona EX (poor reliability and sucked gas like a 70s Muscle Car). I was able to trade it in on a pre-owned 2006 500 SE with 22,000 miles. I got the 500 for 13,900 and was able to get almost 7,000 for my Sedona trade-in. I'm picking up the car tomorrow and looking forward to driving something more reliable that doesn't go through as much gas. Around town, we could not really go more than 270 miles on a tank, and maybe a little over 300 on the highway with the Sedona. I would have liked to go with the SEL, but the dealer wanted $4000 more for a pre-owned version of that. Overall, very happy with the $13,900 price. I played the Taurus rename into the depreciation of the 500 to work the price down a little more. I'll keep you posted on how things work out. Replies to this message: mexcar (Feb 26, 2007 11:37 am) vrm (Apr 16, 2007 1:25 pm) times2 (Apr 17, 2007 5:45 am)
#130 of 149 Re: Been Lurking - Now Buying [times2] by mexcar Feb 26, 2007 (11:37 am)
Replying to: times2 (Feb 26, 2007 7:57 am) Sounds like a good deal. I'm still enjoying mine (it's been a week now since I got it.) The mileage seems to be in the mid twenties for a mix of city and highway driving. It's very sensitive to the exact mix though, and in particular to the frequency of needing to accelerate up to speed from a stop. But the car is comfortable and quiet and roomy.
#131 of 149 Re: Been Lurking - Now Buying [times2] by vrm Apr 16, 2007 (1:25 pm)
Replying to: times2 (Feb 26, 2007 7:57 am) Hi, Please name the city or dealer where you purchased the vehicle. Thanks. Replies to this message: times2 (Apr 17, 2007 5:45 am)

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