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#45 of 61 Re: Just bought an '08 Oulook XR at invoice.. [bobw3] by bruce_lee Jan 28, 2008 (4:26 pm)
Replying to: bobw3 (Jan 19, 2008 5:15 pm) Hi, No. There was no trade-in. There was financing. I put $15K down and financed the rest (about $20K) at 5.9% through Capitol (dealer did all the paper work). I am hoping to pay it off by this summer (after I get my Tax refund and other savings I am accumulating on the side).   You know, because they didn't give me an exact quote, I couldn't take this offer to another dealer here in the Bay Area. And, I didn't mind the drive.   As far as issues with the Outlooks. I also read as many forums to learn about all the issues the the triplets were having. I learned about the water leaks and the transmission shifting. There were some people that complained about low gas mileage. Most of these were for '07 Outlooks. So I took a chance on the '08 that I got. It's been raining here in the Bay Area for the last 2 weeks and I haven't noticed any water leaks yet. My gas mileage is about 16/21 so far and I have about 1,870 miles on my Outlook. So far so good. I really like the looks of the Outlook when compared to the Acadia (and the '08 MDX).   I was in the position to buy this vehicle since it came out, but really didn't wanted the first year model. I was expecting the '07 models to have some 'glitches' and so that's why I stayed away from them. Good luck to all of you with your '07s and I hope the dealers do fix all you issues, for GM's sake. Replies to this message: kelnaq (Feb 02, 2008 1:33 pm) golfman3 (Feb 03, 2008 9:19 am) jeninca (Mar 18, 2008 3:16 pm) bruce_lee (Mar 20, 2008 4:03 pm)
#46 of 61 Re: Just bought an '08 Oulook XR at invoice.. [bruce_lee] by kelnaq Feb 02, 2008 (1:33 pm)
Replying to: bruce_lee (Jan 28, 2008 4:26 pm) I have a 2007 OUTLOOK with 24,800 miles and it has been great! No problems whatsoever! I've only done oil changes and tire rotations. My best friend has a 2007 also and same for hers! Just like any vehicle on the market, they are mechanical and highly complex nowadays. thousands of parts. If it's 99.9% perfect, that's good, but also leaves room for some things to happen. I have come to the realization that most times you only hear from the odd situations on public discussion groups. My situation has been without glitches, and I bet my friend and I aren't the only ones. Replies to this message: golfman3 (Feb 03, 2008 9:19 am)
#47 of 61 Re: Just bought an '08 Oulook XR at invoice.. [kelnaq] by golfman3 Feb 03, 2008 (9:19 am)
Replying to: kelnaq (Feb 02, 2008 1:33 pm) Hi kel, all... dont own one but just this AM took a walk aroud the Saturn lot and saw these Outlooks... was VERY surprised (pleased) to see you can get just a FWD version... the bigger CUV/SUVs are typically RWD or AWD. This size vehicle with FWD should be more than sufficient and would bet is fantastic in snow conditions, even better with a good set o' snow tires on it. Anyway, looked at both it and its smaller bro, the Vue to see an AWD vue does not get quite as good mpg as the bigger FWD Outlook, so of course AWD sucks up the gas a tad more.   And, if ya have not noticed.. read the window stickers of vehicles now-a-days... What I look for and something that drives me up a wall is where components from and where assembled. The Outlook (or may have been the Vue, sorry) I see has both the engine and tranny from USA, but is assembled in Mexico with approx 35% parts FROM Mexico. Another USA vehicle with a 3.4L engine in it... engine is from China per sticker. Also see tranny's from Mexico... Just read before buying is all... if it even matters to you that is. Regards.
#48 of 61 Re: Just bought an '08 Oulook XR at invoice.. [bruce_lee] by jeninca Mar 18, 2008 (3:16 pm)
Replying to: bruce_lee (Jan 28, 2008 4:26 pm) Can you give me the name of your socal dealer? I too live in the Bay Area, but wouldn't mind driving down south to save some money. Replies to this message: bruce_lee (Mar 20, 2008 4:03 pm)
#49 of 61 Re: Just bought an '08 Oulook XR at invoice.. [jeninca] by bruce_lee Mar 20, 2008 (4:03 pm)
Replying to: jeninca (Mar 18, 2008 3:16 pm) Hi, Yes, the dealer is called Saturn of Torrance. And, you guessed it, it is in Torrance CA (in LA), off of 405 Fwy and Hawthorne Blvd (I believe).   Google it and you will find it. Or better yet, request a quote through edmunds and you'll get an email from them. Use their ZIP code: 90503. They are very quick to respond. Unlike most other Saturn dealers I dealt with, they were the only ones to offer me a quote (initially when I started inquiring back in May of '07).    But, because I waited for the '08 model, on that request, they just stated they would give me 'invoice pricing' on whatever they had on their lot.   Good luck.
#50 of 61 Re: The Best Deal is Acadia [michigal] by mtnman1 Mar 25, 2008 (2:40 pm)
Replying to: michigal (Mar 10, 2007 10:16 pm) I have the GM Supplier discount through my Employer. I'm seriously looking at ordering an Outlook XR FWD Cocoa exterior, black leather interior, Captains Chairs, Convenience Package, Enhanced Convenience Package, Premium Trim Package, and Skylight Sunroof. MSRP $36035 with my discount it is $34,598 plus the conquest and bonus $500 Rebates. Or I can lease at 12K miles per year 36 months for $461/Month with $3000 down. Residual at 63% interest rate 6.25% which is high. Salesman told me he really believes that the rate will drop as much as two percentage points next month. I'm hoping.
#51 of 61 residuals by cdl44 Mar 31, 2008 (4:56 pm)
am i reading these posts correctly that the 08 Outlooks have a residual value of approx 63-66%? Or is it 44-47%? The residuals seem extremely high. I am looking at 08 XR FWD w/Premium, Convenience, Advanced audio and DVD. Found one w/sticker or $35,545. Would an offer of $33,850 be unreasonable? Does Saturn really have a "no haggle" price so the MSRP is it? Replies to this message: jfritsch (Apr 01, 2008 7:29 am) mtnman1 (Apr 01, 2008 7:32 am) wlbrown9 (Apr 04, 2008 10:48 am) mtnman1 (Apr 04, 2008 7:04 pm) mtnman1 (Apr 04, 2008 6:47 am) cdl44 (Apr 04, 2008 9:42 am) mtnman1 (Apr 04, 2008 6:57 pm)
#52 of 61 Re: residuals [cdl44] by jfritsch Apr 01, 2008 (7:29 am)
Replying to: cdl44 (Mar 31, 2008 4:56 pm) Look up a used 07 outlook like the one you want (if they made them in 07) on kbb.com and nada.com with 14000 miles on it. If it wholesales used for around 25000 (10000 from msrp) like most other trucks in this price range you want at a bare minimum of $5000 off.   Good luck --jjf   am i reading these posts correctly that the 08 Outlooks have a residual value of approx 63-66%? Or is it 44-47%? The residuals seem extremely high. I am looking at 08 XR FWD w/Premium, Convenience, Advanced audio and DVD. Found one w/sticker or $35,545. Would an offer of $33,850 be unreasonable? Does Saturn really have a "no haggle" price so the MSRP is it?
#53 of 61 Re: residuals [cdl44] by mtnman1 Apr 01, 2008 (7:32 am)
Replying to: cdl44 (Mar 31, 2008 4:56 pm) Yes that is correct 63% was the residual in March with an interest rate of 6.25% I believe. Their thinking I guess was to lease you a vehicle at a little lower monthly payment with the idea that you would have to purchase another vehicle or lease again at the end of three years because the price of that vehicle would be too high. I don't know for sure, but that's pretty much what the salesman told me. He also stated that he thought the interest rate might come down in April. Also, at least where I live, the MSRP is it. It was explained that Saturn does not markup their vehicles as much as Buick and GM where you can haggle. If your employer has the GM Supplier Program then you can save money. Price can be found right on the GM Supplier Price website. My company also has a program where a company will find the vehicle you are looking for and do the haggling for you. I talked to a representative and he told me they usually can't get the dealer to lower the price with a "No Haggle" Policy. Replies to this message: wlbrown9 (Apr 04, 2008 10:48 am) mtnman1 (Apr 04, 2008 7:04 pm)
#54 of 61 Re: residuals [cdl44] by mtnman1 Apr 04, 2008 (6:47 am)
Replying to: cdl44 (Mar 31, 2008 4:56 pm) Was contacted by a Salesman yesterday from Saturn with disappointing news that the rates are the same for April as I mentioned in the post before this one. This was not the original Salesman I have been working with because he was either fired or quit over last weekend. The Salesman said they were all very disappointed because they really expect the rate to be lowered even though Outlook sales are pretty good. Said they would have been flying off the lot if they were lowered. I'm not sure personally that I want to lease a vehicle that I couldn't buy at the end of the 3 years. I'd like to at least have the residual at a more realistic level, so I would have the option of a purchase. He did say the rate for a loan is 4.49% for any length of time, so that might be an option for me or a different brand. Replies to this message: cdl44 (Apr 04, 2008 9:42 am) mtnman1 (Apr 04, 2008 6:57 pm)

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