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2006 Models
by maradag
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Aug 20, 2007 (8:08 pm)
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Hey all,
I found a dealer with 2, yes 2, 2006 Tribeca's in its inventory. What are your thoughts?
Both are fully loaded 7 passenger limiteds with an MSRP of $37,192 (+/-). He's saying he could do a deal for $33500.
Carsdirect can get me an 2007 with a similar MSRP at similar savings...
Let me know if I should stay away (my main reason for considering is the possible discount over newer models).
Thanks.
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Re: 2006 Models [maradag]
by jeffmc
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Aug 21, 2007 (9:58 am)
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Replying to: maradag (Aug 20, 2007 8:08 pm)
Unless you must have the styling of '06 & '07, I'd go with an '08. Mainly because of the stronger engine w/no premium fuel recommendation & equal MPG, but there are other improvements as well, including transmission & suspension improvements. The post above yours shows a quote for an '08 7-pass Ltd at only $600 more than the '06 you're looking at. That's 2 years newer for only $600 more. If you drive a typical amount, you could make that up in gas savings alone after about 3 years, not to mention thousands in resale value. For me, the '06 (or even '07) would be a pretty hard sell unless I was specifically after the styling of those years above all else - why buy a car that'll be 2 years old as soon as you drive it off the lot, unless you're getting an amazing deal?
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Re: 2006 Models [jeffmc]
by maradag
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Aug 21, 2007 (10:04 am)
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Replying to: jeffmc (Aug 21, 2007 9:58 am)
Thanks for that perspective. I do like the headlights of the 06/07 models, but he's not offering anything amazing.
I'll focus on the 08.
Thanks again.
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Re: 2006 Models [maradag]
by jeffmc
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Aug 21, 2007 (10:26 am)
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Replying to: maradag (Aug 21, 2007 10:04 am)
If you do find an '07 you like, you should be able to get it for at least $3000 below invoice (and possibly up to $4000 below). You can view invoice prices for all the years of Tribecas (including '08s) here:
http://www.cars101.com/tribeca.html
If you're debating between the '07 & '08, drive 'em both & see if the '08 engine makes a difference to you. Good luck & let us know if you want advice on any quote you receive! 
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Re: 2006 Models [maradag]
by scouzi
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Aug 22, 2007 (2:03 pm)
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Replying to: maradag (Aug 20, 2007 8:08 pm)
New 2007 Tribecas are going for $6k+ below MSRP. This includes a $2750 rebate. You can also apply low rate financing on top of that.
2006 should be at least $8k-$9k below MSRP.
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Re: 2006 Models [maradag]
by ateixeira
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Aug 27, 2007 (11:28 am)
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Replying to: maradag (Aug 20, 2007 8:08 pm)
You could have gotten those prices 2 years ago. Obviously the dealer hasn't been able to sell them at that price, so he's gotta lower them!
Pretty simple, really.
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Holdback on 2008 Tribeca?
by bassplayer
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Aug 27, 2007 (3:41 pm)
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I'm looking at the 2008 Tribeca limited with nav. Is there a dealer holdback on the car that I should consider when negotiating a rate?
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Re: Holdback on 2008 Tribeca? [bassplayer]
by jeffmc
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Aug 28, 2007 (12:45 am)
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Replying to: bassplayer (Aug 27, 2007 3:41 pm)
Based on the prices I'm seeing on Fitzmall.com, there may be a holdback around $2000 now. They're advertising many '08s well below invoice, ranging from around $1100 under to around $2100 under, depending on model.
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Re: Holdback on 2008 Tribeca? [jeffmc]
by bassplayer
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Aug 28, 2007 (4:25 am)
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Replying to: jeffmc (Aug 28, 2007 12:45 am)
Thanks. I'm surprised it's so high already. Seems from the forums like there's interest in this car. Must not be moving on the lots, yet.
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Re: Holdback on 2008 Tribeca? [bassplayer]
by jeffmc
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Aug 28, 2007 (8:36 am)
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Replying to: bassplayer (Aug 28, 2007 4:25 am)
The exterior design of the previous models had a fair amount of bad press, and some complained of lack of "oomph" from the previous engine. It'll take a while for them to overcome those first impressions, I think.
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