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269 messages, Last post on Jul 03, 2008 at 12:28 PM
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Hey folks, new member here (as you might be able to judge by my user name) and have a couple of questions. I apologize up front if they've been asked already but my perusal of the list last night exhausted me without a clear answer. I'm looking to purchase a new LR2. Saw one at the DC auto show two weekends ago and fell in love (I've driven a Classic Cherokee for the last ten years--202,000 miles). I test drove one Saturday and was armed (so I thought) with the invoice of $31,191 (from Consumer Reports). When I sat down with the salesman after the test drive, he broke out a worksheet that stated an invoice of $32,466 and that they were only asking for $500 above invoice and that was that. (of course, aside from the processing fees of $399, non-negotiable) and options.) But I've also seen other invoice prices listed. So, what is the collective agreement/experience of those in the forum for the true invoice price of an LR2? And, has anybody had a successful "bargaining" effort with Land Rover in negotiating the final OTD price? Is the LR2 so popular that Land Rover dealers can afford to be less inclined to accept a negotiated price below what the salesman is saying is the bottom dollar? I realize that I did not ask to see the actual invoice price but didn't ask for it as I wasn't buying the vehicle that day because I still had more research to conduct. Seems the Land Rover products have become much more reliable in the past couple of years despite the lack of recently documented reliability tests/factors. Judging from the comments made in this forum, the consensus seems to be that most of the owners of the LR2 are pleased with their decision to purchase and LR2. Finally, has anybody had any experience with a broker service? I truly appreciate any comments or answers garnered from my post. Thanks in advance. |
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Replying to: rover2b (Feb 05, 2008 6:31 am) I read Edmunds forums for a long time before I bought my LR2 HSE, it is wonderful to be able to read other people's opinions, get advice....some of the salespeople on here are very helpful & nice. It made me feel much better making my decision and making the deal. Edmunds has the invoice & MSRP pricing on base & each option listed, it is all there. Over on the left, or at the top of the main page, click on Pricing or something, you can find it, all the pkg./option details & prices are there. It is according to where you are (location), some people get them for MSRP, some for 1% over invoice, etc. I am certainly no expert, just did a lot of reading... My opinion, $500 over actual invoice price (HSE) is a really good price. The first time I went to a Land Rover dealership, a very "snooty" salesman told me "the price is MSRP, there is no negotiating." I left, it is a wonder I ever went back, but I did, a different salesman can make all the difference... & I might add found 3 wonderful people that helped me, including finance guy, they were great. Had mine for almost 5 weeks, driven 1900 miles, absolutely love it, so far. No problems, so far. Wish the gas milage was better. But, I think I made the right decision buying this, hope the reliability remains good. It is definitely a head-turner. Good Luck!
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Replying to: jax10 (Feb 05, 2008 2:45 pm) I think I was fortunate with the salesperson with whom I spoke because the experience wasn't anything like the horror stories others have posted. You mentioned that you wished you got better gas mileage. What do you average? What type of driving do you do? Do you burn premium as recommended? Thanks again.
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Replying to: rover2b (Feb 05, 2008 7:41 pm) I recently found this forum and enjoy the info. My wife and I just purchased a new LR2 SE in the Clearwater, FL area. It's silver with beige interior. Base model with only options being the mats. We did not feel HSE options were worth difference and cold package not needed in FL. List was 34,700 and we bought for 30,000 (not including tax and title). No additional fees. The dealer was easy to work with and so far we have been happy with the car and service. Averaging 21 - 22 MPG combined. Hope this helps in figuring out prices. BTW agree that most extras best bought online as dealer prices are at a premium. |
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Replying to: rover2b (Feb 05, 2008 6:31 am) |
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Replying to: jeremyl (Jan 29, 2008 12:35 am) However, the LR factory reps at that show grossly understated the LR2's weight and got a number of facts wrong (they claimed they worked at LR !!). The dealer made a mistake by referring me to a European auto test site showing the LR2 folding around a pole in a side impact (an Audi Q7 in that test deformed much less - so did a few other cars ). Not reassuring at all.
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Replying to: kurtamaxxxguy (Feb 09, 2008 11:06 pm)
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Replying to: jeremyl (Feb 10, 2008 1:38 am) |
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| I am looking to buy a new (not demo) LR2 HSE with cold climate package only. I am located in the New York area. Color is flexible other than flame. This is the cleanest deal ever with no trade, no financing, no lease and I am ready to buy. Because this is an easy transaction, I should be able to shop the price pretty well. What should I have to pay OTD and is there a convenient way to shop the price in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut area? I ready to buy. Thanks. | |
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