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Toyota Venza Prices Paid and Buying Experience

417 messages,  Last post on Nov 22, 2009 at 6:21 PM

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Made my decision by qs933
Feb 21, 2009 (2:51 pm)
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After over a year of looking (starting around the time when the 2008 Highlander was released), I completed my search.
 
I picked up my Venza V6 AWD with Premium Package #1 and JBL Synthesis audio yesterday. I also added a reverse sensing system (Echomaster) and some accessories (wheel locks, carpet mats, rear bumper protector). It's Magnetic Grey with Ivory interior.
 
I'm very happy that I went with the Ivory interior -- it contrasts nicely with the grey exterior.
 
I paid approximately $2.8K under an MSRP of just over $35K (with accessories, but before tax, title, etc.). I'm in Honolulu, Hawaii, but purchased from a dealer on another island.
 
Over the year and a half, my "decision" went from Highlander to 2009 Murano to Highlander Hybrid, and finally to Venza. All of these are great vehicles. It really does depend on your needs and wants and how each of these choices stack up against them.
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Re: Toyota Venza Prices Paid and Buying Experience [kyfdx] by rdeason
Feb 22, 2009 (7:38 pm)
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Replying to: kyfdx (Nov 07, 2008 3:27 am)

$2000 off sticker. Loaded Black V6. Had to haggle a little. Good Georgia dealer.
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Finalized purchase by hdh
Feb 23, 2009 (7:48 am)
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Model 2812 (FWD)
Magnetic Gray with Light Grey Interior
LX - Premium Package 2
NV - Navigation System
SR - Panoramic Sun Roof
EF - Rear Bumper Protector
CF - Carpet Floor Mats
MSRP $36,859
Price including Freight, Handling & Delivery $32,040
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Re: Finalized purchase [hdh] by lal_clt
Feb 23, 2009 (8:28 am)
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Replying to: hdh (Feb 23, 2009 7:48 am)

Sounds like a great deal. Congratulations! What dealership and what city?
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Re: Re-cap of Good Deals [gabill] by xualum
Feb 23, 2009 (10:47 am)
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Replying to: gabill (Feb 16, 2009 9:09 pm)

Hello Gabill
I'm from the metro ATL area - and we're ready to negotiate on a Venza. Trying to decide if it's worth waiting for the 4 cyl. Did you price include GA tax?
Thanks
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Re: Finalized purchase [lal_clt] by hdh
Feb 23, 2009 (6:18 pm)
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Replying to: lal_clt (Feb 23, 2009 8:28 am)

McGeorge Toyota, Richmond, Virginia
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Gulf States toyota by soonercat
Feb 26, 2009 (10:00 am)
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Once again I am forced to buy out of state to avoid the useless Gulf States Toyota add ons found in OK, LA, TX, AR. A nice leather, JBL, Conv pack, Venza FWD for $32700 MSRP easily lists for $35,200 in OK. You get remote start, paint sealant and the list goes on. Or drive 100 miles and get one in MO for $30,000 even after a $2700 discount. This makes no sense to me.
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Re: Gulf States toyota [soonercat] by camry04se
Feb 26, 2009 (11:54 am)
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Replying to: soonercat (Feb 26, 2009 10:00 am)

This past Saturday I brought a Silver one, FWD, for $32000 before TTL in South LA. It came with Premium Package 2 and Tow option. It doesn't have Nav & Sunroof but got everything I wanted. I thought I got a pretty good deal at the time but after doing more resaerch, I might be paying too much. Oh well, it's too late now. The car is great and it's lot bigger than my other car..Prius.
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Re: Re-cap of Good Deals [xualum] by gabill
Feb 26, 2009 (6:58 pm)
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Replying to: xualum (Feb 23, 2009 10:47 am)

Xualum - My strategy was to have the local dealer work off my drive out price I could buy out of state, In my case Maryland. For the options on my vehicle $36,600 was my drive out prce. Once they backed out TTL and Prep fee, it brought the vehicle price down to $33,606. which was $4,192 off the MSRP sticker of $37,798.
 
I thought about waiting for the 4 cyl but weighed in these factors vs the 6 cyl;
> The new I4 is already available in the Highlander which I heard was underpowered for the larger vehicle. I also understand the Venza is heaver than the Highlander, although I didn't verify the weight. If it's true, then the I4 could be underpowered on the Venza as well.
> The V6 has been in the Toyota family for a few years and has good reviews, especially in the Avalon.
> I4 is new, which scared me a little. Keep in mind the MPG difference between the two engines is 1 MPG different.
> I plan on using the towing option, therefore the V6 makes the most since.
 
We've had the vehicle for almost 2 weeks now and love it. Took it up to the mountains over the weekend and put it on some 40 +/- degree inclines and this thing pulled great.
 
Check with Fitzmall again, I got a call from them yesterday, they are now pricing Venza's at $269 below invoice. Old price was $400 above invoice. They are going to be hard to beat.
 
Good luck!
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Re: Re-cap of Good Deals [gabill] by xualum
Feb 27, 2009 (11:00 am)
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Replying to: gabill (Feb 26, 2009 6:58 pm)

Gabill --
You make excellent points about the 4 cyl vs. 6 cyl. I've been thinking about the weight of the vehicle as well, and another point is the 1 mpg difference. We're trying to decide if it's worth it to wait it out and test drive the 4 cylinder. One dealer may have one by late next week. (here in metro ATL) On the other hand, I'm hoping that they're ready to make some decent deals this weekend, being the end of the month and all.
Thank you so much for your advice. I'll look into Fitzmall. I did check in with Car Max in MD - just asking a few questions, etc. It's great to hear that you're enjoying your new Venza. I test drove it last weekend, and I like what I'm seeing.

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