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#351 of 446 Re: 2008 NAH tax credit [redwood2] by cephraim Mar 17, 2009 (4:29 am)
Replying to: redwood2 (Mar 16, 2009 8:12 pm) I filed via Quicken Turbo Tax. The form was there and easy to use. Unfortunately, I didn't get the full amount back either due to AMT or something. But, it's there. No worries.
#352 of 446 Re: 2008 NAH tax credit [redwood2] by occking Mar 18, 2009 (4:33 am)
Replying to: redwood2 (Mar 16, 2009 8:12 pm) I had the same problem with the specific tax form not being "ready" yet. It was delayed a few times but, finally, on March 13 my accountant called and I now can file. Unfortunately, the AMT kicked in & reduced the amount due me. I should have had two times $2350 ($4700) as I purchased two NAH's last year, but I find I will be getting a credit of approx $4050 instead.   My regular income tax was not affected by AMT, just the portion for the refund for the hybrids.
#354 of 446 Back Again by mags49 Mar 19, 2009 (2:49 pm)
Yikes! Redwood2 is still around, too? Good! You & Occ are the best. You (R2) advised me to take my time a year ago - and I certainly have. Still no car - but I'm getting serious now (see below).   I didn't realize the federal rebate would be affected by AMT. Will ask my accountant how that plays for me.   I haven't done much research on 2009's so I checked out daninoah's comment above about the Ford Fusion/Mercury Milan. I like the idea of supporting American companies but am concerned about supporting their service depots.   So...I finally got a "firm" offer today from N. Bay Nisan for 2009 connection + sunroof + destination fee $28,899. (invoice: $30,516; rebate $1500). It is slightly less that the price I got a month ago (different dealer but with no rebate) that ooc thought was mundane. The prices don't seem to be as good as last year and I don't understand why. Perhaps they are putting all there effort into selling off the multitude of 2008's.   Last, I was wondering for those of you who have driven NAH's for nearly a year, what has your repair & maintenence been like? thanks mucho, M Replies to this message: mags49 (Mar 30, 2009 4:56 pm) redwood2 (Mar 30, 2009 7:40 pm) mags49 (Apr 30, 2009 5:50 pm)
#355 of 446 Re: Back Again [mags49] by mags49 Mar 30, 2009 (4:56 pm)
Replying to: mags49 (Mar 19, 2009 2:49 pm) 10 days later, so I will answer myself for the reader.   Yes, I bought the car. What help I gleaned came from Consumer Reports "Car Price Services" as was recommended on the regular Altima chat spot. The report efficiently itemizes costs so that you can quickly determine what is a good buy. 1800.880-4874; $16 worth of confidence.   The salesperson at North Bay Nissan in Petaluma, CA was terrific. Can barely wait to pick up the car and drive home to Washington state.   All for now. M Replies to this message: redwood2 (Mar 30, 2009 7:40 pm) mags49 (Apr 30, 2009 5:50 pm)
#356 of 446 Re: Back Again [mags49] by redwood2 Mar 30, 2009 (7:40 pm)
Replying to: mags49 (Mar 30, 2009 4:56 pm) Mags49, congratulations! 2009? Price sounds good. Good question about the pricing not going lower...... maybe they figure they've got the market with hybrids. Now if it were SUVs..... What is AMT? too bad that the tax credit dropped from $2350. Must say it was sweet when I filed my taxes a few weeks ago. So far, maintenance has been easy and the dealer in Santa Rosa CA has been excellent, even though I didn't buy it from them. I've got 11,500 miles after 1 year and everything is still perfect. It even still SMELLS new! Mileage has dropped, though -- about 32mpg...... please tell me it's the colder weather and not my driving habits. I was getting 35 mpg regularly before winter. Oh, but, boo -hoo.... on its 1 year birthday, my windshield was hit by a pebble at 60mph and sported a 24" crack. Glass company repaired it in my work parking lot and I've now got a lifetime warranty for the life of my ownership of the car. I', even getting used to the itty bitty trunk. cheers. Replies to this message: mags49 (Apr 30, 2009 5:50 pm)
#358 of 446 Good Deal? by mhui Apr 01, 2009 (6:34 am)
Hey, I ended up getting a 2009 NAH for $25,400 OTD with the convenience package. I'm not even sure if I got a good deal or not.    I do have a headache from it though. LOL.    Someone tell meeee. Thanks!
#359 of 446 NAH vs. TCH by newcars Apr 20, 2009 (9:29 am)
I currently have a 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid that I bought in late September 2006, just in time for the full ($2,600) Federal tax credit. It is a great car. In the summer I average about 37-38mpg and in the winter about 32mpg. It is incredibly quiet and roomy although, like all Toyotas, I would not exactly call it sporty. The problem is, after nearly three years and 50,000 miles, I am getting bored with it.   Since I love the quiet and (relatively) great fuel economy of hybrids, I want to stick with one and with the full, $2,350 Federal tax credit still in effect for the Nissan Altima Hybrid, I think I can still come out ahead buying one. The NAH is a little sportier than the TCH, I like the backup camera available with the NAH and think Nissan generally has better navigation systems than Toyota but the TCH is roomier and quieter. I am tending towards the NAH but would first like to know if its fuel economy is comparable to that of the TCH.   And also, if anyone here has looked at both the TCH and NAH, why did you choose what you chose?   Thank to everyone in advance. Replies to this message: langjie (Apr 21, 2009 12:25 pm) kiraadc (Apr 24, 2009 10:22 am) newcars (Apr 24, 2009 1:21 pm) kiraadc (Apr 24, 2009 7:25 pm) langjie (Apr 27, 2009 7:11 am) and 4 more...
#360 of 446 Re: NAH vs. TCH [newcars] by langjie Apr 21, 2009 (12:25 pm)
Replying to: newcars (Apr 20, 2009 9:29 am) Haven't driven a TCH, but I get around 35 mpg overall (about 37 summer, 31 winter). I think you sacrafice a little bit of fuel economy with the Altima but I think the seats of the NAH is much more comfortable then a TCH. You should just go test drive one and see how you like it, see if your are comfy in the seats, etc. goodluck

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