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Replying to: sue34 (Aug 08, 2007 1:47 pm) |
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| I'm Jeff. And used to work (as a matter of fact) at a Hyundai Dealership. I agree with most of your tips regarding purchasing a vehicle. I would make a few tweaks to your argument though. Now I know it may be relative to each dealership, but at the "tower of power" I would frequent, it contained no "magic". To tell people to look over the shoulder of a salesperson at the tower, is not the best of ideas for a few reasons. When a customer is purchasing a car, he/she is offered a price (usually sticker price). Honestly, it IS in the best interest to reply with a number, your counter-offer. This is when the salesperson goes to the sales tower. 9 times out of 10, the topic of discussion is "how can both parties come away from this deal successfully." Me and my associates were not trying to "stick it to the customer," we were trying to find a happy medium. I know that sounds like a typical salesperson response, but it's not 1975, and cars (at least Hyundai's) aren't marked up a whole lot anymore. It's not terrible that a customer see this at a decent establishment, it's a negotiation. It may tend to put people on the spot though. But, in the event you approach them and they have something to hide, that's when you leave. That's the 1 out of 10. You should leave now, your getting ripped off. The main reason to not go to the tower is legal. 10 times out of 10, there are social security numbers, credit information, a lot of confidential information to see. This is what makes people uneasy, b/c if you were to see this and take advantage of it, the business could be held liable. I do like the idea of being there while your vehicle is appraised though. Also, from a salespersons' point of view. Be completely honest with him/her. If you have a down payment in mind, tell them. If you want "x" amount of money for your car, don't hide it. All this information will come up eventually, do not prolong the process, it just means you will be waiting longer and getting more upset. Oh, one last qualm I had about car sales. If you are trading in a vehicle, look up a realistic value of it as a "TRADE-IN." I don't know how many times customers had unrealistic values of their cars because they went on kelly crap book and found the "suggested retail price" and wanted this number as a trade in value. If someone wants this amount, "RETAIL" it, sell it to your neighbor, don't "TRADE." Thanks for reading. Hope I could help. | |
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If the sales manager and others at the Tower have social security numbers/ credit apps out that are very easy to see... You shouldn't be at that dealership becaise they have shoddy administrative proceedures. The Tower is out in the open and they should remember that when dealing with your personal information. Anyone waliking by could see that info. Most towers are either near one of the doors (to try to stop you from walking) or in the middle. Most people, myself included, use the "trade-in" value. Most dealerships use the black book and crony method of appraising your trade. They have access to weekly auction results across the region and country. These results compile every bit of info you can think of. They will also call other dealers around and ask what they would pay... They go with the lower price. I have never, ever received the KBB trade-in (it's always too high.) I have usually gotten within range of the Edmond's trade-in value (usually on the low range.) |
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Replying to: oskidunker1 (Jul 10, 2007 8:59 am) |
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| Talk about unprofessional. The Sales Manager was unbelieveable. I have bought a lot of cars but this manager was rude. Long story, but establishment tried to sell a "loaner" car as a new car (980 miles). Dealer said agreed price was based on rebates. Told them I wanted to pay cash, therefore they said I didn't qualify for rebate. Told them I would split the difference, but manager started getting rude. Unfortunately, I got rude back. Will never ever go to that dealership again. Hyundai should be embarassed of this sales manager. Salesman was very nice though, feel sorry for him as he has such a bad manager. | |
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| The Sales Manager was very professional and did all he could to get me the exact car I needed. I would reccommend this dealer.They also sell high end cars, like Ferraris. | |
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Has anyone ever purchased thru the above dealer?It seems they offer below invoice prices on the Hyundai Tuscon. What kind of deal do they offer on the "trade-in" as it seems their prices are "too good to be true"! Do they try and low ball the trade to make it up??? And yet I have read in some of the other posts that other dealers "beat" their deals. Their "black book" values are not anywhere near KBB, NADA and Edmunds. Any replies would be appreciated. NORTSR |
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Hello all, I have a 2006 Leftover Nordic White Tucson V6 FWD(brand new with 200 miles)for $17,500 plus TT&L as a final offer. Is this a good price? MSRP is around $21,830, and it has roof rack crossbars, carpeted matts, and cargo tray as only option. I think I could do better by another $1,000...I know there are no incentives or rebates out for leftover '06, but with new '08s arriving soon, can i get a better deal? Any feedback would be appreciated.
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Replying to: saabski (Aug 29, 2007 12:00 pm) NORTSR
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Replying to: nortsr1 (Aug 30, 2007 6:17 am) |
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