Using a invoice price research tool
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Using a invoice price research tool
For those who have purchased new what invoice research tool or service did you use? I know Costco, AAA
and others offer a car buying service with a guaranteed best low price only thing Dealers close to home are not always participating and or don't have the stock.
TIA Rob.
and others offer a car buying service with a guaranteed best low price only thing Dealers close to home are not always participating and or don't have the stock.
TIA Rob.
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For those who have purchased new what invoice research tool or service did you use? I know Costco, AAA
and others offer a car buying service with a guaranteed best low price only thing Dealers close to home are not always participating and or don't have the stock.
TIA Rob.
and others offer a car buying service with a guaranteed best low price only thing Dealers close to home are not always participating and or don't have the stock.
TIA Rob.
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From: Brentwood,CA
For those who have purchased new what invoice research tool or service did you use? I know Costco, AAA
and others offer a car buying service with a guaranteed best low price only thing Dealers close to home are not always participating and or don't have the stock.
TIA Rob.
and others offer a car buying service with a guaranteed best low price only thing Dealers close to home are not always participating and or don't have the stock.
TIA Rob.
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I found a dealer that did the least amount of "add ons" , they were also the most willing to deal.
One dealer wanted $700 for a plastic bed liner they had installed, also locking lug nuts and some kind
of fabric and paint protection, you got to stay away from that over priced stuff, it just takes away a big portion of your bargaining power.
One dealer wanted $700 for a plastic bed liner they had installed, also locking lug nuts and some kind
of fabric and paint protection, you got to stay away from that over priced stuff, it just takes away a big portion of your bargaining power.
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I found a dealer that did the least amount of "add ons" , they were also the most willing to deal.
One dealer wanted $700 for a plastic bed liner they had installed, also locking lug nuts and some kind
of fabric and paint protection, you got to stay away from that over priced stuff, it just takes away a big portion of your bargaining power.
One dealer wanted $700 for a plastic bed liner they had installed, also locking lug nuts and some kind
of fabric and paint protection, you got to stay away from that over priced stuff, it just takes away a big portion of your bargaining power.
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Doc fees here in Va are running up to $699 in some cases. They know that customers are more educated than ever and will come and beat them up on price. I believe that this is helping them protect their bottom line.
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It's the bottom line that matters most. Truecar might get you the closest but bargaining in person works the best. I consider it sport. I negotiated a 4% discount that included t+L plus oil changes and lifetime power train warranty OTD. For me that was $38,674 OTD including everything for a loaded XLT sport 4x4, Nav GPS with big screen, technology package and Equip pack 302A, trailer tow, running boards and 18 In Wheels.
How long it has been on the lot matters also as they are paying flooring charges until it sells.
How long it has been on the lot matters also as they are paying flooring charges until it sells.
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From: Sioux Falls SD
In buying automobiles 101.
1. Never buy on payment. You are guaranteed to get screwed. Seller will get you a 30 year loan if they have to meet your payment request
2. Decide how much you are willing to spend total (Including financing charges) before any negotiating.
3. Give seller your total price including all fees and extra charges, walk if they won't work with you. Unless you are buying a classic or rare bird, There is always another one available on a lot or can be ordered.
Doesn't matter what you paid if you feel good about the deal.
1. Never buy on payment. You are guaranteed to get screwed. Seller will get you a 30 year loan if they have to meet your payment request
2. Decide how much you are willing to spend total (Including financing charges) before any negotiating.
3. Give seller your total price including all fees and extra charges, walk if they won't work with you. Unless you are buying a classic or rare bird, There is always another one available on a lot or can be ordered.
Doesn't matter what you paid if you feel good about the deal.
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I used Edmunds for mine and was fortunate to have a pretty good experience. Doc fees are a rip off but a lot of dealers will negotiate them. If they don't, then be willing to walk. Bottom line, they won't let $200 in doc fees lose them a sale. It helped with me that I'm a lawyer and could tell them that the amount for their doc fee was way over the top considering the amount of actual work required.
In all honesty, the biggest annoyance in car buying is the game itself. Dealers know this though and use it to their advantage. Going into the process with some knowledge will put the dealer on their back heels so to speak and make them more willing to work with you. Also remember that they will almost always be willing to negotiate on an extended warranty amount too. Not just the vehicle itself.
In all honesty, the biggest annoyance in car buying is the game itself. Dealers know this though and use it to their advantage. Going into the process with some knowledge will put the dealer on their back heels so to speak and make them more willing to work with you. Also remember that they will almost always be willing to negotiate on an extended warranty amount too. Not just the vehicle itself.
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If you want to purchase a vehicle at the 'advertised price', in GA, that price must include the 'doc fee'. I was unaware of that, and paid a LOT.
I searched online for vehicles(used in this case), and found one I thought fit my needs at a good price. Even with that fee, I did 'ok', but should honestly have walked.
I did get a brand new battery the next day after the 'Oh, it has just sat...' excuse did not work. Charged overnight, and wouldn't start the next AM. Straight to the dealer.
It took some time, but they coughed up a Delco battery that lasted ~7 years.
tom
I searched online for vehicles(used in this case), and found one I thought fit my needs at a good price. Even with that fee, I did 'ok', but should honestly have walked.
I did get a brand new battery the next day after the 'Oh, it has just sat...' excuse did not work. Charged overnight, and wouldn't start the next AM. Straight to the dealer.
It took some time, but they coughed up a Delco battery that lasted ~7 years.
tom
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