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#25 of 33 Re: Quest for a Fit [goodwir] by aelanna May 31, 2007 (1:54 pm)
Replying to: goodwir (May 31, 2007 12:56 pm) If the Civic came in a hatchback, I'd be interested. But since it doesn't, I'll stick to the Fit.
#26 of 33 Re: Quest for a Fit by penagy123 May 31, 2007 (10:45 pm)
>>23 I think putting down your "deposit" won't guarantee a Fit, until you actually see your invoice with a VIN (or some written agreement).   My story: At Wilsonville Honda, in OR, I was supposed to be on the first of the list for Red Fit, destined to arrive towards the end of May. Their sales point: No mark-ups, no dealer-added options, and hassle-free MSRP price tag. I gave my credit card info so that they could charge $500 in order to "hold" the car for me. After a week or so, I realized that the credit card was not charged. Also they did not send me an email confirming the sales agreement which I had asked for. About 10 days before the "expected delivery date (end of May)" I called them up to see how things are rolling. They b.s.'ed and told me that I was now at the bottom of the list. My guess is that the dealer found out that high numbers of people are willing to pay over MSRP and decided to sell it to others with more $$.   As I said, I would not consider your Fit a secure until you get some written agreement or invoice of your deposit payment towards this vehicle. I finally got mine "locked" with a VIN # for $500 over MSRP $16275 (sports MT). This price, I believe is fair for me, considering the fact that all of the dealers in OR and WA area are charging $1000 and up. Some are calling for $18k. Well, I still have to drive 2hours to pick up my Fit over the weekend though. Replies to this message: yenching (Jun 01, 2007 6:37 am)
#27 of 33 Re: Quest for a Fit [penagy123] by yenching Jun 01, 2007 (6:37 am)
Replying to: penagy123 (May 31, 2007 10:45 pm) Very true. The deposit won't guarantee a Fit, but its a start. I will see if the VIN comes through *cross fingers* and keep everyone updated. I would like a FIT by the end of June, but who knows.   I would be okay with a $17k on a Honda Fit Sport AT, but unfortunately none of the dealers had the car in Silver or had no Fits at all. Oh wells.   I'm still questing for a Fit, so we'll see.
#28 of 33 Should we bite for Fit? by slashnbern Jul 30, 2008 (1:15 pm)
Opportunity to buy used 07 fit for $10,800. Std, all black, for son who will probably get college paid for via scholarships. 10,000 miles, perfunctory look indicates in great shape, gonna test drive in hour. If car checks out (I have checklists galore and bro-in-law mechanic to look over) does price seem reasonable? South LA so the black does not interest me but son is kinda OCD and will not accept anything else... Waddya think? Replies to this message: upstatedoc (Jul 31, 2008 5:27 am) slashnbern (Aug 01, 2008 4:43 am) upstatedoc (Aug 01, 2008 6:34 am)
#29 of 33 My Fit is in by richardb52 Jul 30, 2008 (6:47 pm)
I just got the call from the dealership that my orange MT sport just arrived. I am paying MSRP plus $670 destination charge plus of course NY state taxes and license and registration fees. I ordered it May 22 and here it is 9 weeks later. I can't believe they charge the west coast more than the east coast when all the FITs come to the west coast from Japan. I already have a new XM radio for it and will be ordering some all weather mats, Dead Pedal and Jazz OEM armrest soon. I am really looking forward to outfitting my fit. Let the fun begin.
#30 of 33 Re: Should we bite for Fit? [slashnbern] by upstatedoc Jul 31, 2008 (5:27 am)
Replying to: slashnbern (Jul 30, 2008 1:15 pm) If you go to kelley blue book.com you can appraise the car. A quick check found that your price is thousands under the private party and retail value. Almost sounds too good to be true as these vehicles are commanding premium prices. Replies to this message: slashnbern (Aug 01, 2008 4:43 am) upstatedoc (Aug 01, 2008 6:34 am)
#31 of 33 Re: Should we bite for Fit? [upstatedoc] by slashnbern Aug 01, 2008 (4:43 am)
Replying to: upstatedoc (Jul 31, 2008 5:27 am) Found out was in collision. Guy buys in auctions and fixes up. He showed photos before and after and even had the parts he had to replace still in the shop. Under blue book $2,700, had it checked out by mechanics and ride is everything everybody describes, so gonna bite. Also, son has promised to do all outside maintenance till he goes to college in one year and that might be worth any possible hassles. Thanks for info. Replies to this message: upstatedoc (Aug 01, 2008 6:34 am)
#32 of 33 Re: Should we bite for Fit? [slashnbern] by upstatedoc Aug 01, 2008 (6:34 am)
Replying to: slashnbern (Aug 01, 2008 4:43 am) Was the damage cosmetic or structural? Personally, I would stay away from structural damage as these vehicles can sometimes never be "right" afterward.
#33 of 33 Love the MT Fit Sport by timctaylor69 Aug 17, 2008 (5:42 pm)
Keep plugging for the MT Fit Sport. I lucked into my silver MT Fit at Bloomington Richfield Honda in Richfield, MN. Stopped by on a Saturday in early April on a lark and they were just taking it off the truck. Brand new and was a transfer from another dealer for a car they traded to them for this Fit MT. Guy said it was not spoken for but you better drive it and buy it before someone else gets a look at it. Bought it that day and absolutely love it. Traded in a 2001 CRV with 120,000 on it. It won't light your hair on fire with speed but it makes up for it in utility. I have been tracking my real world mileage at Fuel Economy.gov and I do mostly city driving with only minimal highway. So far since April I am getting 34 mpg consistently every tank.   Peace

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