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Replying to: marinal (Jan 25, 2008 7:26 pm) [Gill] Your husband is smart. I purchased the 5 seater last March and I find that there are times when I wish I had that third row especially when I am hauling the grandkids around town. I eMailed the dealership in Glendale, and here's his response for a fully loaded Rondo: [Gill] E-mail/fax all the dealers within a reasonable distance and basically tell them what you are looking for and what is there best price. If there is a Costco auto program in your area, the affiliated dealer should offer the vehicle for $100 over invoice excluding the group advertising fee and shipping. That way, you can get an idea of the upper limits of your offer. >...Our Rondo comes with leather and moon roof and 3rd row, the MSRP is $25,105 and your internet price after all discounts and rebate is only $19,867. I am not sure if this is a LX or EX model, I believe it is an EX model as only EX models come with optional leather seats. I am not sure if it is the V4 or V6 model, too. [Gill] Although leather can be special ordered on an EX, it usually isn't because the Ex is a mid range car. However, if it has a 3rd row, then it has a V6. >Do you guys think it's a good price? I wonder how much lower they could go. I have to admit, I never even owned a car, [Gill] I will be honest and blunt with you. You are in no position to buy a car because you don't have any idea of the cost basis. They will eat you alive. Once you find out that data, you are ready. Also, it well may be worth your while to wait until the last week of this quarter when the factory rebates are much higher and they need to move merchandise. Last year, KIA was offering $5k in cash back on the Sadona. >...I'll be much likely to just take over my husband's Toyota Corolla while he'll be driving the Rondo (so no trade-in). We have seen the 5 seater and really liked it, but the 3rd row would be the creme de la creme... [Gill] No trade-in makes the deal a lot cleaner. >...Any advice on this? [Gill] Yes, go to fightingchance . com and pay $35 for an analysis of the pricing. Using their strategy, I got my Rondo for $1,099 under invoice. It really works. >...An alternative would be the Mazda5 Sport / Touring. Thanks - by the way, it seems the people who actually got a Rondo really like it - that's good to hear! I purchased my I-4 Rondo in March of 07 in the Seattle market area; drove it to up state New York; to Washington, DC; and, back to the Tacoma area. Loaded with baggage, two large teens, and my wife and I. We consistantly got 27 to 30 mph. The milage dipped to 25 around town as we approached the 15K mini-tune-up. After that, we are back to the 27 mph figure. My only complaint is that the vehicle is noisy on a concrete road.
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Replying to: garnermike (Jan 25, 2008 7:41 pm)  and from time to time we need additional room for another 2. The cargo space is just very impressive (as I mentioned, we already got the chance to check out the 5seater - stunning!). Even though many people think the Rondo is not that sassy / attractive, I really like it's style, both interior and exterior. Just wondering how much lower do you think we could go with regards the price... I don't want the car salesman to laugh about me when I will try to negotiate. Also, have u had any issues with the Rondo so far that are worth mentioning? |
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Replying to: mr_orting (Jan 25, 2008 8:25 pm) I'll try your tip on the fightingchance.com - seems like a good investment, and $35 are peanuts when buying a car. Thanks alot! |
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Hi - There is a 2007 Rondo I'm eyeing at a local dealership (Z Frank, chicago) that is listing for 21800 ... 6 cylinder LX, third row, they list it as having a "convenience package" (cruise, remote entry but I think it's the popular package). I am hoping to get them down to 13000 .... negotiate to around 19000, plus the 2500 cash back, and the 1500 competitive bonus (we qualify) and really really hoping for 2000 for our 98 Jetta. From what I've read this should be doable, but ... since there isn't anything here recent, I wasn't sure. And, when I look on Edmunds, they are only listing the 2007 as a used option, so it's rather hard to figure out the TMV ... well, it makes me unsure on how accurate it is. and please let me know if this isn't the right forum!
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Replying to: momgray2 (Feb 15, 2008 8:29 pm) Another idea is to go to the dealers web site and see if they are a Costco affiliated dealer. Costcom makes them sell for $100 over invoice which will help you establish a trading range. We got our LX on 3/28 of 07. We drove from Seattle to upstate NY then down to DC and then back to Seattle. We haven't had a stich of problems with the car and it already has 16.8K miles on it. We consistantly get 25+ mph in mixed driving.
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Replying to: mr_orting (Feb 16, 2008 10:53 am) Also, they say they definitely have the 08s in stock ... which may mean being able to get an even better deal on the 07. In any case, they are listing the exact car (except the larger engine) we want: urban gray LX w a/c third row conveneince pkg crossbars and the larger engine. LIsting: 20300 My take: Invoice (per KBB) 19,245.00 (so they say). will shoot for 19, 500 minus 2500 cash back = 17000 minus 1500 competitive cash = 15500 minus 2500 trade in ... hopefully ... = 13000 (may only be 2000, so 13500) down of 500 = 12500 (or 13000) I hope that we can do that... I still have to pay the $35 for the forementioned site to see how this compares to what they say. Thanks for your help!! Julia |
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Replying to: momgray2 (Feb 25, 2008 9:12 am) [Gill] For the Seattle market area I believe this is true. Although the I-4 is a peppy engine, it would have problems pulling on a hill (has this issue with just 4 in the vehicle). It's for that reason I would have taken a V-6. >...Also, they say they definitely have the 08s in stock ... which may mean being able to get an even better deal on the 07. [Gill] There isn't a cintilla of difference between the two model years. Look to the KIA web site to see the "specials" on the 07s and do your homework, then go trading in the last week of March. This is the end of the quarter and dealers have to make their numbers and they are more apt to "deal" close to the bone to bake numers or a favorable "customer satisfaction index" number. Both those issues were in play when I purchased last March. >...In any case, they are listing the exact car (except the larger engine) we want: urban gray LX w a/c third row conveneince pkg crossbars and the larger engine. LIsting: 20300 [Gill] I can't get to my sales invoice, but that seems a little large to me. I got the same car, except for color and no 3rd seat, for the low $17s as I remember. >...My take: Invoice (per KBB) 19,245.00 (so they say). will shoot for 19, 500 minus 2500 cash back = 17000 minus 1500 competitive cash = 15500 minus 2500 trade in ... hopefully ... = 13000 (may only be 2000, so 13500) down of 500 = 12500 (or 13000) [Gill] A trade-in will put a crimp in the deal. These guys want a simple deal without complications. I might suggest that you see the trade-in as a private party. >...I hope that we can do that... I still have to pay the $35 for the forementioned site to see how this compares to what they say. [Gill] Look at Costco (on line) to establish the upper end of the trading range and then use the site I mentioned to get to the bottom line. I doubt you will get much below $1,099 from invoice as this cuts to deep. At that price the dealer acknowledged that he was loosing money on the sale, but would make a slight profit if he made his numbers.
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Replying to: mr_orting (Feb 25, 2008 10:59 am) thanks ... I am pretty desparate to get rid of my current car  , so this is going to possess a dilemma for me... I'll look through the sites you mention, and follow-up on what we do...
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Replying to: momgray2 (Feb 25, 2008 12:04 pm) I own that exact car ('07 model), urban gray, LX, 4 cylinder, convenience package (a/c, roof rails, etc.), and 3rd row that you are looking for. Got it for $18k after taxes & everything, you should be able to do much better than that. From what I understand, if you want the EX, you have to get V6 engine to get the 3rd row, but with the LX you can get the I4 engine and the 3rd row (as I did). Sounds to me like you should go to a different dealer, they probably want to sell you the V6 and/or '08 model and are lying to do it. The I4 is plenty, even on hills. I've driven all around PA with lots of stuff/people in it without any problems. Its no sports car, but it is not underpowered and accelerates better than any mini van I've ever been next to. BTW, if you want the best price, you'll have to hunt around yourself to find a dealer that has what you want, otherwise any dealer should be able to locate it for you but you'll probably pay a few hundred more if its off another dealer's lot. |
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Hi, New on here but interested in a Rondo. How does the following sound ?? New 07 EXV6 with premium pkg, leather interior w/heated seats, lower spoiler (stupid item, but on car) bumper protector, cargo tray. $20,000.00 out the door. (includes tax, title, all fees, etc) Cash deal - no trade.
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