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Thanks a lot for you help.
2021 Genesis G90
I expect that Mercedes will renew its offer of 2000 loyalty rebate dollars on the new 2012 for previous owners and a special finance rate. That would bring the cost of a new vehicle very much in range.
Good luck.
2021 Genesis G90
Actually it's a little skeptical about new E550 and new engines overall. So if you can get a good deal on 2011 - you probably should do so...
2021 Genesis G90
Does anyone know about the USAA credit union incentive with a purchase. I've been advised it is 3500. Do you know how this incentive is structured should it be off the msrp or off the actual sales price? Should I be looking for additional incentives on a cash purchase or do you think it matters? Any information would be appreciated.
Thanks JP
I am set on a E350 Steel Grey p2 package, 18" AMG wheels, accessory styling package, Ac power outlet for potential lease or purchase.
The MSRP is $58,920.00
After going back and forth they will do the following. They will keep it available for me till tomorrow
Lease it out at 600.00 a month for 33 months, includes 15k (excluding tax). 1400 drive off, includes TAX, license and 1st month. Tax includes, I am looking at 650 a month.
Purchase it out.
The purchase price of $49870.00.
I think the purchase price is an aggressive number.
Can anyone give me any advice. Which way to go. I like the lease, but the purchase price seems almost too good to be true.
I dont have a current MB or a Conquest vehicle and as result there are no incentives there.
Im in CA. I went to the dealer and found out why the numbers are what they are.
Apperantly, Mercedes has a program called customre Advocacy Program, which is reserved for VIP customers, and employees and employees familites and associates of the dealership.
Is anyone familiar with this program. It does require me to sign a document acknowleding that I am reciveing the said discount which is approximately $2600 off.
Has anyone heard of this program Customer Advocay Program and does it affet my obligations under the lease etc.
Thanks
That's an aggressive selling price.... but, with tax rolled in, you'd have a nearly $1000 finance payment for 60 months... I like that 33 month lease for $650 a lot better..
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I appreciate it. I also think that it's a aggressive price for the lease. I will call them up tommorrow and get it done.
Thanks
You must be a member of USAA, which means you or your dad/mom had to be a veteran and one of you must currently have a policy of insurance or investment with USAA. Doesn't matter what kind of insurance, could be home, car, personal liability, or even a small policy on a piece of jewelry. Then, they issue the dealership the incentive certificate.
Hope this helps and good luck.
2021 Genesis G90
The best deal I am getting is MSRP 55k. $0 down and $620 a month plus tax on 15,000 miles per year. Sale price: 46k.
Another deal is MSRP $55,800. $1700 drive off and $590 a month on 15,000 miles per year.
It seems that since I qualify for Conquest and have Tier 1 credit, I should do better. The invoice is around 50k (minus 4k Conquest = sale price that I am getting. Should I also expect to negotiate 1k+ off invoice in addition to Conquest credit?)
I am in Northern CA
however, if i were going to drop 20K on a car over the next three years i would wait for the 2012 - the cars have 20% more HP (over 300) and apparently better mileage too!
Since I live in south Florida where the humidity and heat are miserable from June through late October, I prefer the MBtex for better cleanup. We wear shorts here year-round, and the soiling of those seats is prominent.
Good luck on whatever you choose.
2021 Genesis G90
Hope this helps.
2021 Genesis G90
2021 Genesis G90
If that doesn't work, call USAA at the phone number listed on the site. They should be able to assist you.
Remember, you need to have a policy of some sort with them.
Good luck.
2021 Genesis G90
Thanks in advance.
Purchasing a new E350 with a $4000 discount below what your negotiated price is a rare opportunity. I just bought one for more than $9600 under sticker (used USAA special $4000 incentive along with dealers $1500 incentive and a price below invoice), and I jumped at it.
Good luck. I believe the Mercedes Benz E350 sport with at least a premium 1 package is a fantastic automobile. I"ve owned many of them, and each has been problem free and a delight.
2021 Genesis G90
As for "loyalty", you can get up to $4000 off if you are a very, very good customer at a specific Benz Dealership (there is $1500 + another $2500 for topline customers or employees).
It's really up to the dealership whether or not they will give you all those incentives. I know that if you use a "loyalty" incentive, you cannot get any other incentives. If you use USAA incentive (for those who currently are members of USAA and have an existing policy of insurance or investment with USAA), you cannot get the $2500 incentive, but you can qualify for the $1500 incentive.
I know it sounds confusing, and believe me, it is. Get your best price, and then you deduct the incentives or cash back, etc.
Hope this helps
2021 Genesis G90
What is residual % on 48month/12K lease. Dealer says 53%, but I'm finding 54% other places.
What should the acquisition fee be? Charging me doc fee of 279, title 17, acqusition 1095. All appear fluff to me.
Semper Fi
For this month, there is $4000.00 available, and if you currently have a mercedes, you can get another $1500 dealer incentive.
My car listed for $56495 (Premium 1, metallic paint, fold down rear seats, spoiler) and I paid $9650 less than sticker.
Once you have arrived at a negotiated price (most dealers in large metro areas will sell the vehicle at or close to invoice), then lay on them that you are a member of USAA. They will go online for you, print out the coupon(s), etc.
They then submit it to Mercedes Benz with the deal.
I hope this helps.
Good luck, it sure helped me to get a new E350 sport well below invoice.
2021 Genesis G90
We didn't know about the M-B Conquest program, but the sales person (we met early July, not June) asked what do we drive. So one of our cars qualified for Conquest, but he offered $2000, not the $4000 described in this thread. So does anyone know what is the Conquest amount for July? Thanks for your help.
I have a suspicion that the salesperson is trying to pull something over you. If Mercedes Benz says the amount is $4000.00, don't buy the car at that dealership since they tried to scam you. Go to another dealership, get your best price, and "then" ask them to deduct the $4000.00. My guess is that it is still $4,000.00.
Be interested in finding out. Good Luck
2021 Genesis G90
So here's the deal I have so far: $8500 off MSRP plus a service coupon for $150. They will probably have to swap/locate for similar E350. So if the dealer can keep a 3+% holdback of $1750, then I am figuring the dealer will have a profit of ~ $1700 or about 2.8%. And no trade/financing.
How does that sound to folks?
Thanks again.
If there is another dealership not too far away from the one that tried to scam you, I would go to that dealership instead. Besides, you might be able to get another $1000.00, or so off the price. Just make sure the other dealership is not owned by the same owners.
I just don't like doing business with scammers or salespeople who try to scam you. I have purchased 4 E350's from the same dealership here in south Florida because they are so honest and up front with me and those associates and friends I refer to them.
The deal you have sounds pretty good considering you do not currently drive a Benz, which would qualify you for an extra discount they have for repeat and good customers.
Good luck with whatever you do. I just recommend you go to one other dealership, lay the pricing on them, and see if they can beat it. Also, the other dealership might have the car you are looking for. Usually, if you select a vehicle they have in stock, they will discount the car a little more. Remember, dealers have to pay shipping of the car, which could cost $250.00 or more, depending upon where they have to import the car from.
Let me know how you make out.
2021 Genesis G90
MSRP $67,175 (inc. dest. & del.)
Sales price $57,900 (inc. Conquest incentive)
Also, got more than $2,000 on my trade than Edmunds said I should have, so a fair deal.
There were other dealers who would have gone lower, but I wanted to stay local.
Used 2010 E350
Color: Palladium Silver
Options: Premium1 and AMG sport, rear fold down seat and parktronic
Interior: ashblack
Mileage: 24K
Price Listed: 47481
Used 2010 E350
Color: Grey
Options: Premium1 and AMG sport, Panoramic sunroof
Interior: ashblack
Mileage: 19K
Price Listed: 48981
These are the prices listed.....both prices are below KBB value, but I have seen in this forum that people have bought new car with similar options at 48 or 49K. I am located in the bay area, so what price would be a good bargain price for either of these cars?
Thanks for the help.
KC
Remember, you can purchase a brand new E350 with the same equipment for $48000 to $49,000, with either the "Concquest" 4000 discount, a USAA discount, or similar. I would bring that up to them when negotiating. Why would you spend $45,000 on a 2010 when you can get a brand new 2011 for a few thousand more?
I hope this helps a bit.
2021 Genesis G90
I will propose this price of 40K for these cars, but will still look around for a used with < 10K miles with similar equipment....how much should the price vary if the mileage is < 10K
The conquest discount applies only if currently own a luxury vehicle. As an example, if you have a Lincoln, BMW, Cadillac, Volvo, Audi, Jaguar, etc., you are eligible for a $4000 discount on a 2011 E Class. If you don't drive a luxury vehicle, but have an older Mercedes Benz, you can qualify for up to $4000 in incentive the dealer has available.
If you are a Veteran, you can join USAA (usaa.com). Once you've joined, in order to qualify for an incentive, you must have a policy or account with them. If you don't, you can take out a small policy on a piece of jewelry, which might cost $24.00 a year, like I did. Then, you qualify for their purchasing service.
You build your car and they tell you what they will give you for an incentive. Last month, it was $4000. I don't know what it is this month, but you can check. But remember, THAT IS $4000 BELOW INVOICE OF THAT CAR They will tell you what the invoice price is, less $4000, which brings the cost of the vehicle to the $48,000 range.
With the discounts available on a new E350, I believe it might be wiser to just purchase a new one for a few thousand more. IF you don't qualify for incentives, then the decision is up to you.
Hope this helps.
2021 Genesis G90
........based on these it seems that I am better off with an older car. But I agree that if I qualified for these incentives, it made more sense to get a new car.