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#138 of 169 Re: Discounting on 2010's [telebump] by JBaumgart Sep 25, 2009 (8:31 am)
Replying to: telebump (Sep 25, 2009 7:27 am) telebump, the problem is that the two Audi dealers in the Twin Cities (Carousel and Maplewood) share common ownership so they have near total control over Audi pricing. I've owned two Audis previously and to get a decent price on one of them I went to Rochester to buy it after both dealers here would not budge. After Rochester the next two closest dealers are in Eau Claire and LaCrosse, WI.   Good luck -
#139 of 169 Re: Audi customer service [slavigula] by sozo Sep 26, 2009 (4:50 am)
Replying to: slavigula (Aug 07, 2009 5:42 am) I suppose you could run to Lexus to buy 'that' car. The problem is the Q5's are flying off the shelves. Why you ask? Because it's a VASTLY superior car to the 'mushy' RX. By the way, did you know that in Japan the RX is under the Toyota Badge - even though Lexus is there as a brand? Anyway, I have to agree with the responsiveness - or lack of - on the part of the Audi Rep/dealer...but if you want the right car...I guess it's a question of how much you want to compromise. I wouldn't on the ultimate objective: the car. Replies to this message: slavigula (Sep 26, 2009 3:55 pm) sozo (Sep 27, 2009 5:14 am) roundview (Oct 30, 2009 8:42 pm) kyfdx (Oct 31, 2009 5:18 am)
#140 of 169 dealers not dealing in chicagoland by sophster Sep 26, 2009 (12:22 pm)
I would like to purchase a 2010 Q5 Prestige. I sent quote requests to several dealers in the Chicago area. None seem eager for a sale. Either they answer my e-mails with vague information like "small discount" or "a few hundred dollars off MSRP", or else they tell me they'll give me $500 off MSRP. One dealership told me I could order the Q5 for MSRP. Does anyone have any ideas, or better experiences with a dealer in the Chicagoland area? I would be willing to drive an hour or two for a better deal. Based on what I've read on this site, I'm hoping to get $1000 off MSRP. Also, is asking for the Audi Care to be thrown in a reasonable request? Thanks. Replies to this message: sam159 (Oct 03, 2009 2:17 pm)
#141 of 169 Re: Audi customer service [sozo] by slavigula Sep 26, 2009 (3:55 pm)
Replying to: sozo (Sep 26, 2009 4:50 am) First of all RX outsells Q5 by huge margins and everyone knows it (well except you apparently) even Audi aware of that as you can see in their latest commercial. Secondly if Q5 is flying off the shelves then why is it a problem? Do you even read what you post?   Both cars specs wise are almost the same; therefore only people who know nothing about cars may say that one of them is vastly superior to the other and it looks like you are one of them.   What difference does it make under what brand they sell Lexus in Japan? None!   From your post I may conclude that you are a liar, a troll or an Audi salesman. In any of those cases you opinion doesn’t matter to most of the people with common sense.   Please go troll somewhere else. Replies to this message: sozo (Sep 27, 2009 5:14 am)
#142 of 169 Re: Audi customer service [slavigula] by sozo Sep 27, 2009 (5:14 am)
Replying to: slavigula (Sep 26, 2009 3:55 pm) I should not dignify that note with a response but I am compelled. I did not want to write a treatise initially and was hoping readers could read between the lines, First, I was not comparing sales of the RX with the Q5. I was merely stating that Audi cannot keep up with demand of the Q5. Why is a good question but not for here. I know the RX is selling extremely well both from the numbers and I see them everywhere. I have owned over the past years (in order) a Mercedes ML 320, Toyota Harrier (or Lexus RX 300 - in Japan where I lived for 6 years - and YES, it is just a Toyota - not that that is necessarily a bad thing either but when you pay a fraction of the inflated price here in the US for 'branding' it makes you reflect), VW Touareg V6 loaded incl. hydraulic suspension (fantastic value/car!), Audi Q7 TDI (in Europe - amazing car but big), and lastly the '10 Q5 Prestige S-Line (loaded: drive select, side assist - now standard, newest 20' rims, etc.). The Q5 is quick, nimble, with razor handling, relatively speaking of course. Tested the RX, no comparison, sorry! (with due respect of course as this is personal preference and in the end that's the difference). Specs are specs - they belong on paper and cannot substitute for true performance and the real experience (the latter which I would say based on the list above that I possess to some degree) thus everyone should judge for themselves. Paid cash, 2009 price (ordered in June) and picked up 1 month earlier than scheduled (originally told I would get it mid-Sept) - thanks Audi!   I will return now back under the rock from whence I came...
#143 of 169 Q5 Shortage a MYTH by kerryjth Sep 27, 2009 (7:29 pm)
NET NET there are plenty of Q5s out there ..... it is a $40K++ SUV not some new HYBRID   on Price negotiations Best advice above was GO TO ANOTHER DEALER.... and just wait them out as 2010 INVENTOIRY BUILDS   Audi makes a good product except for a few minor cultural translation challenges i.e. cup holders placed over electronics (MMI in Q7) as an afterthought design mod...   #1 problem AUDI has is its incompetent dealers and arrogant AUDI HQ staff...   They need to hire a Toyota Exec to revamp Customer Service and AUDI will be unstoppabble,,, Replies to this message: greenie7 (Oct 03, 2009 5:20 pm)
#144 of 169 Audi service by telebump Oct 01, 2009 (8:43 am)
Question for the experienced Audi owners out there. I have a Q5 on order awaiting delivery in the next couple of weeks, but I have been absolutely awestruck at the terrible customer service from their sales people. No returned emails or phone calls, complete lack of follow through, etc. Is their service commitment and department run similarly, or is this bad customer service just sales oriented? I'd appreciate any comments. Replies to this message: paulwithis (Oct 01, 2009 9:10 am) slavigula (Oct 01, 2009 9:21 am) manup (Oct 01, 2009 10:32 am)
#145 of 169 Re: Audi service [telebump] by paulwithis Oct 01, 2009 (9:10 am)
Replying to: telebump (Oct 01, 2009 8:43 am) telebump, See message 95 from me. If you have any questions you can send me an email.
#146 of 169 Re: Audi service [telebump] by slavigula Oct 01, 2009 (9:21 am)
Replying to: telebump (Oct 01, 2009 8:43 am) Yup, get used to it.
#147 of 169 Re: Audi service [telebump] by manup Oct 01, 2009 (10:32 am)
Replying to: telebump (Oct 01, 2009 8:43 am) Telebump,   See my message #103,.   I guess it depends on the dealership and the sales person you are dealing with and the repore you establish during the process. Right off the "bat" I made it very clear about the communication aspect. I have not had to visit the service department yet but the service manager and his advisors made a point during delivery to introduce themselves to me and my wife and tell us they were available for any questions regarding the car.

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