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Replying to: james1982 (Oct 04, 2009 3:57 pm) 1. One of the trim piece which goes around the inside door handle sticked out a bit. When I opened it up to see if I can put the piece back in, it was missing a screw. It looked like there was never a screw in place. 2. The gap between the hood and front side panels are not even. Not too bad but not as even as my Rav4 or other cars I've had. 3. Nav has frozen up a couple of times already. Going to call the dealer to see if I can have it replaced. |
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Just purchased my black 09 limited V6 with nav. 21,542 sale price 23,133 out the door Love this car so far. Very comfortable and smooth for the price. B |
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| I have a quote for an '09 Limited V6 for $21,713 (MSRP $27,665). Options are bluetooth and floor mats. Is this a good deal? Are there any other incentives that I should be aware of (financing deals)? Thanks for any help! | |
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Dear all, Not able to find a single 2009 Sonata GLS in the greater Boston area, we've decided to settle upon the slightly used market where warranty still applies, this afternoon we just came back from the dealer for a 2007 Hyundai Sonata. It already has 24150 mi, was previously a leased vehicle and just came off the lease in July '09. They're asking $12468. With this, we're getting a) the std equipment for a Sonata b) remaining warranty for the 5 yr/60,000 mi bumper-to-bumper warranty 7 yr/unlmited rust protection 5 yr/unlimited roadside assistance c) Very well-maintained, and clean interior and exterior that's otherwise in very good condition. d) Since it was a leased vehicle, all the maintenance records were there and proof for regular upkeep. Dealer also did a thorough 100 points (or however many..) safety inspections and brake maintenance on the car... What surprised me was how firm they were in the price $12,468, I tried "several times" getting them to reduce the doc fee, which they ask $399 for, they didn't budge. So in the end, they agreed to throw in a FREE trunk cargo net in, for a total of $12,468 + doc fee + misc title/registration... We walked out saying we'll think about it. My questions are: a) Is this a reasonable deal in your opinion? It's clean and we like it, we just are a bit alarmed why they're so adamant about the price. KBB says on avg 2007 with 30,000 miles ~ $11,700. b) We're gonna have a the remaining warranty coverage except 10 yr/100,000 miles Power train protection, is there any reason for us to purchase "extended warranty" for this Sonata for Powertrain? Thanks for your time! Jeff d) |
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Replying to: schumia (Oct 10, 2009 5:03 pm) |
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You sit tight. I can't see it worth it. The car is 3 years old. Tops the Dealer paid for the car is 10K If the dealer has your information they will call you but honestly I can see it worth 12.5K Courtesy Hyundai has a used 09 for 15.5K Route 44 also has an 09 for 15.5K If you are looking I have even seen 08's for 12.8K both at Bill Dube and Herb Connolly |
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Replying to: schumia (Oct 10, 2009 5:03 pm) huge difference in actual price. Like basic GLS or GLS w/ v6 or Gls w/ upgrade. Then there is the step up to SE and the Limited. All these also offer different options and carry a certain price tag as per package. You should at least compare the car in question to Kelly Blue Book estimate value. Also you could check other dealers like in another close big city to see if they would have a new 2009 with the same trim. You could find a deal you can't pass up. I would say if you still have to add tax, title and license to the used 2007 it would bring you in the range of my new 2009 SE v6, at least well worth consideration. Then you should be able to beat my deal by a substantial amount if you elect like the basic GLS (also very nice w/ many standard features). Plus all the new car warranty and the value in hand of new car. Go in with confidence and a certain price in mind be nice but firm. Don't let them sell you a car, buy the car you want at your price, either they will or they won't sell it for that price. You have nothing to loose but a little time. May save some money over used. |
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Replying to: schumia (Oct 10, 2009 5:03 pm) Thanks for all the responses. This is a case update of our further research into used this 2007 Hyundai. I phoned the dealer and it turned out that the car was not Hyundai factory certified - she said being Hyundai certified the dealer has to pay additional ~$1000, which means buyers will carry the costs, so the dealer simply did the 150 safety inspection themselves, so in the end, it's "dealer" certified, not by "Hyundai." The result is then that the car is not subject to additional warranty under Hyundai Certified Pre-owned Vehicle (CPOV) beyond the remaining years of the existing warranty. And... you were right that the dealer did call me back before I did to them =). They called back saying that they're "willing" to "split" the $399 doc fee with me, whereas yesterday they're completely adamant about me paying it in full. I obviously teased them and said i'll consider their "sudden" change of mind - but this goes to say how flexible they really are in adjusting prices... as long as you're patient, time and power is always on the buyer's side!! I left out the style of this car, it's a GLS base model 2007 Sonata, so the most basic, with no optional package, so no steering wheel volume control, power seat...etc. But we're fine with that =) By the way, Edmunds price for 2007 Sonata GLS with 24000 mi is $11227 (buy from dealer) and $10,428 private. Thanks for all your response!! Looks like $12500 is a reasonable price to settle with, I'll keep working them to see if I can at least get it down to $12k flat!! Will update you on how i make out!! Jeff
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A local dealer in So Cal (Reynolds GMC/Buick) located in West Covina has several with right around 40K miles for $9,950..00 I noticed on their website. This dealer has been in business for years and is known for buying "off rental" and then selling them with a minimal "mark up". |
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Replying to: schumia (Oct 11, 2009 6:01 pm) If you are serious about this car, you could try a counteroffer of $12k, which includes the doc fee and the Hyundai Certified Warranty. Print out the Edmund's report and show it to them. It's not like there's no used Sonatas out there. FWIW, last spring I was offered a 2008 Sonata GLS with the moonroof package and Hyundai Certified Warranty, 30k miles, for $10,900 + tax and license. I passed on it because the car was not in great condition. I realize used car prices are generally higher now than last spring, but $12,500 seems very high for three-year-old base GLS, considering it probably sold for around $15k or less when new. |
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