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93 messages, Last post on Aug 24, 2009 at 3:37 PM
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Replying to: mikemartin (Jun 10, 2009 12:05 am) I haven't checked Edmunds or NADA, but it sounds like a good deal to me. I've had absolutely nothing go wrong with my 07 Optima and Consumer Reports seems to bear this out. Unfortunately for me, and fortunately for your nephew, they depreciate even faster than Hyundais. Probably best bought used after a couple of years...
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Replying to: csandste (Jun 10, 2009 8:31 pm) I haven't checked Edmunds or NADA, but it sounds like a good deal to me. I've had absolutely nothing go wrong with my 07 Optima and Consumer Reports seems to bear this out. Unfortunately for me, and fortunately for your nephew, they depreciate even faster than Hyundais. Probably best bought used after a couple of years... I think he'd be better off with the 4 cylinder because the 6 cylinder requires a valve tappet adjustment which costs over a thousand dollars, and has to be done by the dealership, whereas the 4 cylinder does not. What do you think of the Subaru Legacy 2.5i? I really like the safety aspects of that car. |
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| I follow the Hyundai Sonata boards and learned of the Fitzmall dealership and its online pricing from there. Is there something similar for Kia and the Optima? Most of the dealerships SAY they have an online department, but they all want you to come in (says the spider to the fly) to talk about the car. I'd like to get some solid, online pricing to take in with me so I can still walk out of the dealership with my wallet. Thanks in advance. Bob | |
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We're looking betwen a KIA optima and a Hyundia Sonata. How much should a 2009 KIA optima be? Edmunds post $17,500 but most dealers post about $21,500 - what' that 4k difference? Any KIA rebates that anyone knows about coming soon - we're looking topurchase by last of JLy 1st wk or two of August
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Replying to: pat82 (Jul 16, 2009 4:50 pm)
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Replying to: txoptima77 (Jul 16, 2009 7:25 pm) |
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I've driven the '09 Optima LX auto & manual and the '10 Forte EX auto. I like the Forte's mpg, lower price and blue tooth. I think the Optima has a bit smoother ride and a bit better pick-up. So far, prices quoted are as follows: Optima LX auto $19,740 - $2500 Kia cash, - $1000 comp bonus (own a Camry) - $3500 cash for clunkers = $12,740 + TTL + del (not discussed). Forte EX auto $17,490 - $1000 comp. bonus (own a Mazda 3) - $4500 cfc = $11,990 + TTL + del?? Since I've never owned a Kia, I'm a bit hesitant... I welcome any advice!
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Replying to: mcmax (Jul 25, 2009 6:57 pm) Also, I am surprised there is no dealer discount on the Optima. I would expect the dealer would discount the Optima, perhaps more than the Forte since the Forte is a new model. If you like the Optima but are balking because of price, you could make them an offer for $12k (the price of the Forte) and see what they say.
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Replying to: backy (Aug 01, 2009 11:08 am) I'm feeling like I shouldn't have gone into the dealer so tired + I had a very long wait for financing, then had to sign a bunch of papers. Anyway, there were a couple of charges on the final paperwork that I signed off on. One was a $149.50 charge with NO explanation right under the tire tax charge of $1.25. The other was a "theft detterent" charge of $299 which I did not ask for (later found out on the net that it's just etching). So, now I'm feeling like I was ripped off for $450. Yes, feeling like an idiot, and yes, I did sign the paperwork. MAYBE the $149.50 charge is legit - and they "forgot" to put what it was for (but I really can't think of what this charge would be - the fact that there is no explanation is really bothersome). The $299 charge - big rip-off or is there any benefit? I wrote a nice to-the-point email - asking for clarification - to the finance manager awhile ago, but I'm sure they won't get it until Monday. Any suggestions? Sigh... Just want to add that I didn't buy a KIA, so no diss to them. Just thought you guys might be of some help - if there is any recourse.
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Replying to: mcmax (Aug 01, 2009 8:24 pm) The time to ask them about both charges was before you signed the purchase agreement. But you probably realize that now. Consider it an unpleasant and expensive but valuable lesson in car buying--for you and those who read this discussion. BTW, what did you buy?
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