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Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Nissan Versa Prices Paid and Buying Experience
510 messages, Last post on Oct 13, 2009 at 8:28 AM
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This forum is quite helpful... I figured I'd throw some numbers at you, perhaps it helps someone else. Just purchased a Versa HB SL w/CVT. I started by emailing four dealerships in my (central California) area. I gave them my OTD wishes, and three dropped me immediately, while the last one kept emailing back and forth and I ended up buying there. Initially I wanted the cheapest Hatchback available (no power and options and such) but ended up buying the high-end-ish model, because I felt I got more value for the money ($3000 rebate). I financed most of it with NMAC  7.24% which is required for part of the rebate. I plan to do a BT to a 0% CC very soon  Anyway, throwing some numbers at you: MSRP 17,310 (incl Floor Mats, Kickplate, Destination, excl. TTL) LOL My cash price was 16,402 - 3000 = 13,402 Plus doc, tax, license, title 18,266 -3000 = 15266 OTD Basically I negotiated a OTD price before coming into the dealership. As for the car... My wife loves it. For being advertised as Americas cheapest car, it feels very solid. CVT is smoooooth. Extremely roomy in the back seat, much better than my Jetta, of course at the cost of trunk size. Almost no negatives... no ABS included, and I am not 100% comfortable in it even though it has arm rests and such. The seating position is very high, which isn't bad, but I don't find a way to relax my arms while grabbing the steering wheel, and the right foot doesn't have a way to rest while on the accelerator. Maintenance intervals are kinda short... On my Jetta I have to change oil every 10000mi, this one recommends 3750mi.
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Replying to: fflintstone1 (Jul 04, 2009 7:43 am)
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Replying to: fatjohnbb (Jul 06, 2009 10:36 am) Another negative, I find it is a bit sensitive to windy conditions. Probably perfectly normal for a tall and light car. |
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I am looking at a 2009 Nissan Versa 1.8 S used with 10K miles on it. It is a year old and the warranty is the same for a new Versa, just minus a year. Specs: 4-speed Transmission Auto Splash Guards Cruise Control 1.8 S Power Package Floor and Trunk Mats. They are asking for $13,120 and with everything added (tax, destination charge etc) they are asking for $14,100 OTD. I want someone to tell me if this is a good deal. I am a college student and this is my first car that is over $3000. I want to be happy with my purchase. Also paying in full if that even matters. EDIT* It is also is Nissan Certified from a Toyota Dealership. NO ABS. Just thought I should add this. Cheers! Flippy Hopkins
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Does anyone know what the rebates/cash allowances have been over the last couple of months? I didn't want to jump on the July 4th cash allowance since I hadn't done enough research yet. I'm looking for a hatchback with automatic in Socal- no other real requirements. |
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Replying to: chinadoll724 (Jul 09, 2009 12:24 pm)
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Replying to: chinadoll724 (Jul 09, 2009 12:24 pm)
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Replying to: winniepoohpooh (Jul 09, 2009 12:50 pm) |
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Replying to: fflintstone1 (Jul 04, 2009 7:43 am) What other options does your Versa SL have? I got my very own SL at end of June. My OTD price was $16000, after $3k cash rebate. It sounds like you got a better deal than me. Please share more of your buying experience at this forum. Thanks.
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NEW VERSA S, INVOICE ~$12600, MSRP (with Destination Fee and Mats) $13910, Light Exterior, Dark Interior, Manual Trans: Dealer 1 $12,264 Out the Door-taxes, fees, transfer (OTD) - (in person) Dealer 2: $12.460 OTD (internet) - Had to 'locate' - believe it was a 'tactic' Dealer 3: $13,110 OTD (internet) Dealer 4: $13,200 OTD (in person) Dealer 5: $13,597.26 OTD (internet) Dealer 6: $14,567.42 OTD (internet) Range: ~2300 Median: $13,155 OTD Mean: $13200 OTD Conclusion: 1. Most dealer's INVOICE really is or slightly below the OTD price. 2. Higher volume dealers offer better prices. 3. Dealer's make money on: A. Difference in INVOICE minus MSRP B. Points on financing the vehicle 2% spread equals $311 or $250-$350 flat incentive (I think this is ALOT MORE) C. Holdback: 2-3% or $360 on $12K D. Dealer Volume incentives (manufacturer to dealer incentives) $300-1000/per car. E. Edmunds.com is an invaluable source of information F. August Rebates are the highest ($1250) 4. Figure out the highest volume dealer in the area, go to each; if each do not deal, play one against the other. 5. I did not 'do my deal' over the internet, but learned alot of information. Research Complete on August 8, 2009. SOLD! $12,264. NEW VERSA S, RED, Manual Trans, AC, RADIO/CD, No Power Package/Cruise Control. |
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