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Replying to: isellhondas (Nov 05, 2009 8:00 pm) Nah...that ain't tough at all. Having your wallet emptied every time you buy a car, now that's what I call TOUGH and an expensive way to go through life.  jmonroe |
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Replying to: nyccarguy (Nov 05, 2009 7:51 pm) Another friend of mine is looking to get his wife a new car. She's all over the place on her "wants" though. Here's her target list.... -Honda Accord (based on riding in mine) -BMW 335i -Lexus IS350 'vert -Infiniti G37 'vert -Ford Taurus SHO I wished him well. That's a bunch that couldn't be any more dissimilar (except for the convertibles). Plus, they're looking at prices that range from the mid $20s for a loaded up Accord, to the ~$40K range for a loaded Taurus SHO, to the $50K-$60K range for a loaded up BMW, Lexus/Infiniti convertibles. He called last night asking me if I wanted to tag along to help with the deal. My reply? NO! PS....isell....glad to see you're at least lurking! 
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Replying to: richard64 (Nov 05, 2009 7:40 pm) Curious to know your reasoning. You had good service from your Explorer, I think you favor U.S. made vehicles, so what is your thinking process? Not that there is anything wrong with a Pilot, but I am sure we would all like to know..... |
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Replying to: isellhondas (Nov 05, 2009 8:00 pm) Some people love being miserable....it makes them happy. I am with you on this one isell. Once Richard Lewis (where is he these days) said his family was always so miserable. He had an Uncle who would make videos of all the family events.....and he would edit out all the joyous moments! If this guy buys a new X5 every 2 years and pays $40,000 to trade, and he writes it off at 50% that really makes it $20k, and that is like $10k a year....a little more than most people pay for a year of driving a 5 year old Kia. Oldfarmer is almost up to $2000 and he's had his van for 2 weeks!
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Replying to: graphicguy (Nov 06, 2009 8:31 am) -BMW 335i -Lexus IS350 'vert -Infiniti G37 'vert -Ford Taurus SHO Tell him to go for the BMW 335i - he won't be sorry!
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Replying to: isellhondas (Nov 05, 2009 8:00 pm) isell, I think you have to admit, that this is a two way street. I try to make the deal simple and easy. It's when the dealership insists on grinding to death, play games, etc that makes the deal so difficult, too. I attempt to take away any sort of sticking point, or areas of misunderstanding when I make an OTD offer (TTL and doc fees included), making it either a "yes" or "no" answer when it comes to shaking hands and making a deal. But, even there, dealerships seem to look for some sort of "wiggle room" to grind another $50-$100-$250 out of the deal. Not saying buyers don't do the same. I just think there's plenty of "grinding" done by the dealerships, also. |
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Replying to: oldfarmer50 (Nov 05, 2009 3:10 pm)  That's the spirit oldfarmer!!! You keep throwing out anger and threats like that, you'll make first team pot stirrer in no time. Those hoopies are hit or miss. You may get lucky and have no problems for 4 or 5 years, or you may buy one that is on life support and the plug is getting ready to be pulled. 
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Replying to: richard64 (Nov 05, 2009 7:50 pm) Yes! Looks like all you guys needed was a little motivation. With isell retiring you are in prime position to make first team pot stirrer. Congrats richard, and keep up the "bad" work. 
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Replying to: jmonroe (Nov 05, 2009 5:01 pm) Yeah, the old profession definitely helps in my ability to successfully lurk around, and when dealing with my wife that is a sure asset. Will let you guys know how this works out. And thanks Richard for your support. Jipster: nothing more frustrating than to lose that 1800 on the GM card, nothing I can do about it unfortunately. |
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Replying to: jipster (Nov 06, 2009 11:35 am) Someone has to yank on your choke chain when it's needed!
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