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Volkswagen Rabbit Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

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Getting the best deal! by rgarner
Jul 11, 2006 (8:38 am)
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Replying to: jmnapp (Jul 11, 2006 5:30 am)

Thought I would change the title, since we're no longer talking about an IPOD adapter (which I have yet to get).
 
In general, at least in the this area, looking outside of Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill can get you a better deal. The dealerships outside of the Triangle have to do something to compete with the dealerships in town. As the saleswoman told me, "We can't afford to lose customers."
 
So, depending on where you live, I think it's always a good idea to look at all the dealerships within an hour or so, especially if they are in smaller towns.
 
For those who are looking to purchase, I wonder what experience folks are having in terms of price and availability? Still only silver and black available?
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Re: Getting the best deal! [rgarner] by lexcord
Jul 11, 2006 (9:44 am)
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Replying to: rgarner (Jul 11, 2006 8:38 am)

Title change was appropriate...
 
I am waiting to hear back from 2 dealerships yet but the one offer I have so far for a sage green 06 4 door stick with ESP and 16"rims is 19,370 out the door (taxes tags everything). They are offering me $400 less for my trade than KBB says its worth. I too am trying a dealer in a local smaller town... hopefully they have a deal for me.
I'll keep you posted on my experience!
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Re: Getting the best deal! [lexcord] by bpeachee1
Jul 11, 2006 (7:22 pm)
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Replying to: lexcord (Jul 11, 2006 9:44 am)

Just an FYI buying experience.
I live in The SF Bay area, and paid MSRP for a 2 door with floor mats. 15,730.
I know a lot of dealers in CA try and mark up new models.. but had a great buying experience at Dirritto Bros. in Walnut Creek.
Love the CAR.
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Re: Getting the best deal! [rgarner] by operaboy
Jul 12, 2006 (6:18 am)
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Replying to: rgarner (Jul 11, 2006 8:38 am)

I live in Atlanta, GA and have ordered a 2007 2dr base Rabbit (with floor mats). I am paying $18,157.08 all inclusive (7% tax here). There is a dealer service charge of $399.99 included, which I am told is charged, in some form, at all dealers. I am paying $133 less than what Edmunds.com says others in my area are paying for a 2006, so I feel good about the price. The dealer told me that the pricing remained the same for 2007. The closest 2006 base black was in north Florida, so I decided to just get the 2007 instead. I am looking forward to receiving my new Rabbit in mid-August!
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Re: Getting the best deal! [operaboy] by lexcord
Jul 12, 2006 (10:04 am)
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Replying to: operaboy (Jul 12, 2006 6:18 am)

I was told that most dealers charge the dealer service charge or dealer prep fee as well. The first dealership that I went to tacked on $385 on top of the msrp. I ended up walking from that deal. I called around and found the deal I wanted... no dealer fees... I paid invoice (according to the sales manager) for the car!... The dealership where my car was located was requesting a swap for a jetta from the dealership that I was at... The made their money on the Jetta and sold me the rabbit... We take delivery tommorrow or Friday... I am super excited! $18,000 for the car. msrp was 18470 (4door 5spd w/ 16"rims and ESP) Moral of the story.. get one dealerships best price... and find someone to beat it!
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Re: Getting the best deal! [lexcord] by jwodae
Jul 12, 2006 (6:24 pm)
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Replying to: lexcord (Jul 12, 2006 10:04 am)

The dealer I emailed offered me fleet pricing on Rabbits which is 2% over their cost. I was asked to bring the email with me to receive the window tint free with lifetime warranty.
 
Is this a good deal? What is their cost level? Is that open book so that consumer may know?
 
My selections are:
 
Options: Electronic Stabilization Program
Options: Tires: P205/55R16H AS
Options: Wheels: 6.5J x 16" Alloy
Options: 16" Magny Cours Alloy Wheel Package
MSRP: 18470
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Re: Getting the best deal! [jwodae] by lexcord
Jul 13, 2006 (10:16 am)
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Replying to: jwodae (Jul 12, 2006 6:24 pm)

Our car (which we are picking up tonight) has the same options as yours. What are they quoting you...2% over MSRP (MSRP is 18470)? Dealer cost is actually not much below the MSRP on these cars so I think if you can come away paying anything under MSRP, getting blue book for the trade, and not paying for crap like dealer prep fees, it's a good deal.... Just my opinion...
As for my treatment at the dealerships ( I visited 2) I was treated with the utmost respect at both dealerships.
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Re: Getting the best deal! [jwodae] by stitchmax
Jul 20, 2006 (1:12 pm)
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Replying to: jwodae (Jul 12, 2006 6:24 pm)

I purchased a Rabbbit with same options and MSRP of $18,470 last week in Durham, NC.
 
I paid $17,048 for the car, $511 tax, $367 doc fee, and $74 license and title. Grand total of $18,000 out the door.
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Re: Getting the best deal! [stitchmax] by jwodae
Jul 20, 2006 (4:41 pm)
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Replying to: stitchmax (Jul 20, 2006 1:12 pm)

OMG, that's a huge discount. How did you get the deal?
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Just got a 2door Base by redbrien
Jul 07, 2006 (2:43 am)
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Hay guys, I love this car, I am 6'1 250 Football player. I Fit perfectly in this vehicle. I bought it from Gallery Volkswagen in Norwood Mass. MSRP was 14,990 plus Frieght. I paid 14,890 for it. Got them to even throw in some floor mats. This car is going to have strong residuals. Later

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