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Volvo S60 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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#160 of 212 Re: 2012 S60 T5 Purchase [jim1969] by laxcoach19

Aug 14, 2011 (5:35 pm)

Replying to: jim1969 (Aug 14, 2011 1:36 pm)
i ended up buying my car from smithtown volvo. i did send out an email to all local dealers and used glen cove and huntington to help get a better deal. all three dealers were nice to deal with. good luck!

#161 of 212 Re: 2012 S60 T5 Purchase [laxcoach19] by jim1969

Aug 15, 2011 (4:25 pm)

Replying to: laxcoach19 (Aug 14, 2011 5:35 pm)
I test drove the s60 R-Design at Huntington on Saturday. I want to test drive a xc60 R-Design also. I have to call around to see who has one.

#162 of 212 Purchasing in NJ by stone19

Oct 01, 2011 (2:43 pm)

Looking into S60 T5, looking for 1k under invoice, does that sounds doable? Dealer was willing to go to invoice without even haggling so an additional 1k sounds like it could be done.
 
Also debating until waiting until December to purchase, do they historically run better deals come December?

#163 of 212 Volvo S60 T5 vs Acura TL Tech by senoraqueso

Oct 16, 2011 (12:38 pm)

I'm waffling between these two! My 3 yr lease on my Audi A4 is ending in a few weeks and I have been looking for my next car. My A4 is my second Audi and I am stunned that Audi has made no effort to contact me to retain my business. My daughter's Jetta lease doesn't end until January and VW has already been contacting her. I've enjoyed my Audis (previously in a '05 TT which I LOVED) and would consider staying if the price was right.
 
Anyway, I've looked at: Volvo S60, BMW 3 series, VW Passat/CC, Honda Accord EX-L V6 and Acura TL/TSX. We've narrowed it down to the TL and S60. both have very comfortable seats, which is important to my bad back and commute. The Volvo has a beautiful exterior and great color options. The instrument panel/console is a little offputting to me, but I could get used to it for the nice ride and handling.
 
The TL has an improved appearance, yet only available in shades of blah (black, white, and shades of the road). The tech package is incredibly enticing! I've asked about the Basque red pearl and have been told there are NONE available or on order in all of Southern California. The Volvo S60 red is readily available.
 
I am interested in a 15,000 3 yr. lease. I want to be well informed about the pricing and financing options/figures. When the time comes I will use the AAA car buying service, regardless of lease or purchase, to arrange for the base price. I've used this before with success, but my last experience found the dealership difficult to deal with, wanting to yank my chain and put the AAA pricing aside. That was with Hyundai (for my daughter). You can be sure AAA knew about my experience with this particular dealership. I hope with Volvo or Acura that they will be a little more respectful.
 
I find the look of the Volvo S60 to be so appealing, and so comfortable, and the pricing is better than the Acura. I don't want a boring gray or white car, can't handle black in So Cal. Yet the Acura's a very comfortable car and the Tech Pkg is so interesting (if not a bit intimidating). I found the ride and comfort to be very comparable. The Acura is more expensive but should retain a good value long term. With the current ownership of Volvo I am concerned about longevity. The S60 should do well to keep them in business.
 
I know that is a lot of information, but my head is so full of conflicting information. I need help!

#164 of 212 Re: Volvo S60 T5 vs Acura TL Tech [senoraqueso] by spangaroo

Oct 17, 2011 (12:16 pm)

Replying to: senoraqueso (Oct 16, 2011 12:38 pm)
Thanks, senoraqueso for such a detail comparsion. I live in upstate NY and I have narrowed my choices down to the TL Tech and the S60 as well and am completely torn. I'm glad to know I'm not the only one! I thought I had made my final decision for the TL however, I want it in the mayan bronze and can't find one anywhere in my area. This may be the deciding factor for me. The two cars are relativity alike in so many ways, it may come down to who can give me the better deal.
Good luck on which ever you decide, and let us know!

#165 of 212 Re: financed in New Jersey [jiggytom] by dcctlv

Nov 11, 2011 (9:41 am)

Replying to: jiggytom (Jul 17, 2011 4:47 pm)
Just purchased a 2012 S60 (red) T5 for 33,433. Sticker was 36,115. Dealer had approx 26 S60 on lot. Was disappointed with the color of the red, online it appeared pretty vivid and in person it is an awful (in my opinion) burgundy with orangish undertone. I need the dark interior and did not like the other colors the car came in. Dealer delivered car with 3/4 tank of gas and check engine light on. My first Volvo (I have been an Audi driver) and not impressed with the whole package yet. Hope this grows on me or I'll trade it in next year.

#166 of 212 Volvo Extended Warranty? by spadesqueen

Nov 26, 2011 (9:25 am)

Purchased a 2007 Volvo S60 (37K). Dealer offered 2yr/24,000 Gold+ extended warranty w/Fidelity Warr Service for $2,200. Wife commutes approx 20,000 miles to work a year, so doesn't make much sense.
 
Should we re-negotiate, increase contract term or cancel? If so, any warranty suggestions are appreciated. Car was prev lease/1-owner/exc condition/all service&maintenance completed.
 
Thanks!

#167 of 212 Re: Volvo Extended Warranty? [spadesqueen] by kyfdx HOST

Nov 26, 2011 (11:40 am)

Replying to: spadesqueen (Nov 26, 2011 9:25 am)
I wouldn't pay for a 3rd party warranty... I'd cancel, and put the money in a maintenance account.. .to be used as needed...

#168 of 212 Price for a 2010 Volvo S60 - Dec. 2011 by sherray

Dec 18, 2011 (4:28 pm)

Now that it's end of the year, I'm wondering how much off of the MSRP dealers will be willing to come down if they have the car on their lot? Is $2,000 - $2,500 reasonable to expect (without other large fees that add to the out-the-door price - doc fees, etc.). My husband would receive the military discount which is $1200 in and of itself.
 
Also, we're thinking of ordering a Volvo from the manufacturer so we can have the options we want. I was told this would cost an additional $250...is this correct?
 
This site has valuable information but I haven't been able to determine actual invoice and am not sure how much negotiation room I have.
 
Any feedback would be appreciated. Thank you!

#169 of 212 A Little Help Please by jeffm5

May 01, 2012 (7:07 am)

I'm negotiating with my local Volvo dealer for the purchase of a new S60 and it's a battle, albeit conducted in a professional manner. In the past, when purchasing Toyotas and Subarus, if I was able to seal the deal under Edmunds TMV, I felt I did OK. This time the number is about $400 above Edmunds for a 2012 model. However, this has to be ordered and will be a 2013. Given that, am I getting a decent deal???

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