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#2641 of 2657 2003 Explorer - suspension by johnswatsell Sep 27, 2009 (11:45 am)
Hello and thanks for allowing me access to your forums. I have a 2003 Explorer. I had the brakes done not long ago and had the tie rod ends ball joints etc replaced. I now need to have the struts shox springs etc. replaced. are there any experts here who can give me some advice on which parts have proven to be the best ?? Replies to this message: tidester (Sep 27, 2009 11:57 am)
#2642 of 2657 Re: 2003 Explorer - suspension [johnswatsell] by tidester HOST Sep 27, 2009 (11:57 am)
Replying to: johnswatsell (Sep 27, 2009 11:45 am) There is some discussion of suspension issues in 4WD & AWD systems explained. You could also post your question in Ford Explorer Suspension and Steering that might spur some responses. tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper
#2643 of 2657 Terminating a lease by falvor88 Oct 02, 2009 (8:36 pm)
I currently have 12 months left in a 36 month lease with 15K mi per year allowed. Right now I only have about 16K miles on the car. I know ending a lease early would usually involve heavy penalties. However, I was just wondering if a leased car with low miles would be something that the dealer would feel is to their advantage to take back and not charge the penalties? Many thanks for all your responses. Replies to this message: tidester (Oct 02, 2009 9:19 pm) sbuhler (Oct 03, 2009 4:43 am)
#2644 of 2657 Re: Terminating a lease [falvor88] by tidester HOST Oct 02, 2009 (9:19 pm)
Replying to: falvor88 (Oct 02, 2009 8:36 pm) Lease Termination Fees and other costs would be a good place to start. tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper
#2645 of 2657 Re: Terminating a lease [falvor88] by sbuhler Oct 03, 2009 (4:43 am)
Replying to: falvor88 (Oct 02, 2009 8:36 pm) I would not recommend terminating a lease, but rather doing a pay off. It depends on what the current payoff is on the lease and the wholesale value of the vehicle. I would call the lease company and get a complete payoff. Then post the details of your vehicle in the Real World Trade In Values to get a wholesale value. That will show how much you are off. Typically the wholesale value is less than the payoff, but you never know. It all depends on the vehicle you have leased and the demand on the vehicle.
#2646 of 2657 PAID FOR CHEVROLET SILVERADO 4X4 LT by amt57dt Oct 11, 2009 (4:42 am)
MSRP $38,880.00, INCENTIVES $7,500.00, TRADE IN $1,000.00, ANOTHER $500.00 OFF BY FARM BUREAU MEMBERSHIP. PAID $28,254.00. PAID OVER 35% DOWN. WASN'T ASKED ABOUT $500.00 CASHBACK OR 60 DAY RETURN. COULD IT HAD BEEN INCLUDED WITH THE INCENTIVES? Replies to this message: steve_ (Oct 11, 2009 9:40 am) madmanmoo (Oct 14, 2009 9:36 am)
#2647 of 2657 Re: PAID FOR CHEVROLET SILVERADO 4X4 LT [amt57dt] by steve_ HOST Oct 11, 2009 (9:40 am)
Replying to: amt57dt (Oct 11, 2009 4:42 am) Try posting in the Chevrolet Silverado Prices Paid and Buying Experience discussion.
#2648 of 2657 Re: PAID FOR CHEVROLET SILVERADO 4X4 LT [amt57dt] by madmanmoo Oct 14, 2009 (9:36 am)
Replying to: amt57dt (Oct 11, 2009 4:42 am) This is a question for the dealership. Call and talk to the dealership about your deal. And stop yelling.
#2649 of 2657 would like help with email to dealer by cnantel Nov 27, 2009 (7:37 am)
We've decided to go with the Matrix and I'll be emailing the sales dept today. The costs I got from CCC are: Wholesale: $16,435.00 + freight of 1320.00 = 17,855.00 MSRP: 17,450.00 + freight of 1320.00 = 18,870.00 This is where I get totally confused. The dealer has that same amount of 1320.00 as administration fees. Do I figure out what I'm willing to pay based on the the wholesale price minus the freight/admin fee? Is the admin fee mandatory. There really isn't much wiggle room here. The difference between the wholesale and MSRP (without admin/freight) is only 1015.00. From everything I've been reading, the dealer usually tries to get 10% profit. Is the admin/freight part of their profit? Of course tax would be on top of whatever price I negotiate. There is a $750.00 cash back offer until Nov 30. I'm not sure if the cash back is calculated before or after tax in BC. What would be a reasonable offer and what should I make sure I ask? Is a certified cheque the best way to go if you're going to pay with cash? We also have a 1991 Ford Aerostar that we want to get rid of. I don't know if the dealer will give anything for it, but I really don't want to have to sell it privately...too much hassle. Thanks for any help/advice. Replies to this message: steve_ (Nov 27, 2009 8:29 am)
#2650 of 2657 Re: would like help with email to dealer [cnantel] by steve_ HOST Nov 27, 2009 (8:29 am)
Replying to: cnantel (Nov 27, 2009 7:37 am) I think I'd start asking in the Out The Door (OTD) Pricing questions discussion. The Toyota Matrix Prices Paid and Buying Experience may help too, although it's centered on US deals.