How much off MSRP?
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How much off MSRP?
I've been doing quite a bit of research on a new truck and I think I've got it down to a Ram 2500 CTD or an F250 PSD - crew cab with short box. Initially I was thinking Ecoboost but I've gravitated beyond that.
How much off MSRP could I expect on the Ford? The Ram dealerships in my area appear to be quite a big more aggressive on discounts and I think I could get around $12k off sticker, which would put me in the mid to upper $30s on a Tradesman level truck.
Any input would be appreciated.
Edit - the F250 would be an XL or XLT trim level, if that matters.
How much off MSRP could I expect on the Ford? The Ram dealerships in my area appear to be quite a big more aggressive on discounts and I think I could get around $12k off sticker, which would put me in the mid to upper $30s on a Tradesman level truck.
Any input would be appreciated.
Edit - the F250 would be an XL or XLT trim level, if that matters.
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Is there any consensus on what sort of markdown is considered to be a "good deal" on these trucks? Ie, $8k or whatever off MSRP.
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unless you get the diesel the markdowns seem to be less for the SD trucks than the F-150's. I got $5k off MSRP when I ordered my 2013 F250 XL with the 6.2.
It used to be Dodge/Ram had very little for rebates but now they are discounting them a lot. It makes me think that they aren't selling as well and they need the bigger rebates to get people in the door. Ford has no trouble selling their heavy duty trucks so the rebates won't be as large. That's my opinion at least.
It used to be Dodge/Ram had very little for rebates but now they are discounting them a lot. It makes me think that they aren't selling as well and they need the bigger rebates to get people in the door. Ford has no trouble selling their heavy duty trucks so the rebates won't be as large. That's my opinion at least.
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unless you get the diesel the markdowns seem to be less for the SD trucks than the F-150's. I got $5k off MSRP when I ordered my 2013 F250 XL with the 6.2.
It used to be Dodge/Ram had very little for rebates but now they are discounting them a lot. It makes me think that they aren't selling as well and they need the bigger rebates to get people in the door. Ford has no trouble selling their heavy duty trucks so the rebates won't be as large. That's my opinion at least.
It used to be Dodge/Ram had very little for rebates but now they are discounting them a lot. It makes me think that they aren't selling as well and they need the bigger rebates to get people in the door. Ford has no trouble selling their heavy duty trucks so the rebates won't be as large. That's my opinion at least.
Very true.
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If you have figured out exactly what truck you want, find a Costco and go order it from them. You will probably have to work really hard to get a better deal from the dealerships.
That said, there is usually pretty good value in having a good relationship with a dealer, especially when you need them to be your advocate.
Good luck!
That said, there is usually pretty good value in having a good relationship with a dealer, especially when you need them to be your advocate.
Good luck!
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I purchased my 2014 last month, ended up with a little under $14K off the sticker price. You just have to bicker with them.
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Appreciate all the feedback, guys.
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I just checked out my local dealer's website since they list the discounted price along with the MSRP and they had one 2015 Lariat CC F35 with the 6.7 and it was discounted $9100 off MSRP. The rest of the 2015 SD's they had were F350 Lariat CC with the 6.2 and they were discounted $7700. Some dealers will drop as little more off the listed discounted price, but some won't.
Best deal right now would be a 2014 since the 2015 are hitting the lots now. Better yet would be to wait until around Oct/Nov when the discounts on 2014's get larger. You might also be able to get a higher trim level(if you want it)for the same price as what a lower one would cost you right now. But then again you might end up not being able to find what you want and have to take "new" stock anyway.
Best deal right now would be a 2014 since the 2015 are hitting the lots now. Better yet would be to wait until around Oct/Nov when the discounts on 2014's get larger. You might also be able to get a higher trim level(if you want it)for the same price as what a lower one would cost you right now. But then again you might end up not being able to find what you want and have to take "new" stock anyway.
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I pay a whole lot less attention to what they're asking ... and lots more to what I will end up paying ... and what I get for what I pay. The only way to determine this is to go in and start negotiating once you find the truck you want. Also, be prepared to walk away if you don't think the price is fair.
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