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Good Luck.
We bought the Accord EX-L V6 Auto (no nav) with Auto Dimming Mirror added (my request) and agreed on a "cash price" of $28,500 out the door. Asked for no other dealer add-ons and that was agreed by both parties up front.
When we arrived, the one we picked out already had a couple of extras on it - mud flaps, trunk tray, and locking lugs. Dealer agreed to sell us that car at the same price... He wanted a sale and we were ready to buy if we didn't pay any extra for these little add-ons. No problem. Everyone is happy.
We are happy with our purchase decision and the way we were treated by the dealership (Venice Honda, Venice Florida). The out the door "cash" price did land at $28,500 right on the nose just like we agreed, but I have three questions...
We were prepared to pay cash, but at the last minute we sprung financing on them since Honda was offering 3.9% for 60 months. They added $101.85 for Florida Doc Stamps on the lien. We had agreed on a cash price, so I can see their point that they didn't want to eat that extra $101.85, but I just wanted to make sure that doc stamps had to be paid to the state on a title lien. I thought doc stamps were restricted to real estate for the most part. Had we borrowed from, say, a credit union, would they have charged us the doc stamps or would they have likely paid them?
Also, since we decided to put absolutely nothing down (didn't hand them a penny), we opted for a GAP insurance policy which they charged $399.00 for. Can I get 3rd party GAP cheaper? I have a 30 day window to cancel the GAP I bought from the dealer and wonder if I should shop that around.
Finally, the dealer strongly encouraged us to consider an extended warranty which we declined for now. The HondaCare 7yr/120k/$0deduct warranty was quoted at $1880. Very expensive, I think. When I shopped around in advance, I found the warranty available much cheaper if you live anywhere in the country except Florida. The Dealer says that in Florida, the Florida Insurance Commission has tight controls on the warranties and all the dealers have to sell them at the same agreed price or they're violating some Florida law and the agreed price for that warranty offering was $1880 -- and he couldn't budge from that number. If that's the case, the Florida Insurance Commission can kiss my... well... That's a rediculous law. Is there any validity to this claim? The same warranty elsewhere in the country can be found for about $1000, but the $1880 number seems to be the going rate in Florida.
I'm not sure if a Honda product even needs an extended warranty as reliable as they typically are, but they ARE advanced pieces of machinery these days -- a test light just won't do it anymore. If I were buying a Dodge, I wouldn't have left the lot without a warranty, but this is a HONDA... What do you all think? Can I get this warranty cheaper? Should I buy an extended warranty? Would you buy HondaCare or would you go 3rd party?
OK, so this was more than three questions... Let me know your thoughts!
Thanks everyone!
I live in Dallas, TX and I recently went to a dealer in the area and we negotiated down to a price close to mine but they did not budge and I decided to leave. I indicated that I would be paying in cash.
They started at $22,000 plus ttl and I started at $18,000 drive out (got the number from another person on this forum). At the end of the talks, they came down to $20,400 drive out and I had gotten to $19,500 including a tint (they charge additional for a tint).
So should I continue to haggle or call them back and purchase at their price?
I appreciate the assistance
$20,400 seems a little high in my calculations. If you are not getting the price you're wanting then call up another dealer and tell them Dealer X is offering me $20,400, can you sell it to me for $20,000. Then if they say yes then call up Dealer X and say Dealer Y just gave me an offer of $20k...then tell Dealer X to sell it to you for $19,500 and you will stop dealing with Dealer Y. You have to play the #'s game...but I would call and not go in since the sales managers know once they get you in they like to waste time to beat you down. The dealers also use cheap tint and I personally do not think it's worth it. The tint may be dark but does it protect well against UVA/UVB, what is the solar rejection...things you need to look for in tint especially in hot dallas. Just my 2 cents worth.
Is it the 4 dr LX or LX-P? Invoice on 4dr LX is $19,181 (automatic) and LX-P is $20,085 (automatic). Use these prices as a guide for negotiation. If you are getting the LX auto and he's quoting you $20,400 then that is high. Does this include the dealer handling fee of $630-670? Remember they are getting their hold back of 2%-3% plus what ever they sell if for over invoice. So tell them they make their profit from holdback and to sell you at invoice.
I sent you an e-mail w/ the salesman's name @ Curry Honda. Good luck! Let me know how you make out.
Thank you very much for the advice. I attempted something similar to this with Nissan when I was in the market for a Sentra a few months ago (prior to my search for an Accord). I shopped the prices as I emailed and then called local dealers. However, it was unfortunate in that most of the dealerships I talked to failed to want my business enough to compete with each others prices.
It is a I4 LX auto and when I mentioned that the invoice on the car was $19,000, the salesman..and later his manager...kept reiterating that the msrp was $22,000. Im unsure as to the dealer handling fee but I do feel beat down after having shopped for a car for about three months now and feeling as if I am not getting the deals I had hoped for.
don't get discouraged...try another dealership. Trust me in this day and age you will find one. There are a ton of Honda dealerships in the DFW area, I grew up in Carrollton, but now live in colorado. You might have to travel a bit to get the deal but it's worth it. The dealership I bought my EX-L from is about a 45 minute drive away from us. We have 3 dealers about 10 mins away...
"We bought the Accord EX-L V6 Auto (no nav) with Auto Dimming Mirror added (my request) and agreed on a "cash price" of $28,500 out the door. "
What was your sale price on the vehicle excluding tax etc.??? Great Out The Door Price!!!
You should be able to buy it from your auto insurance company. It should only be a few bucks added to your premium. I think mine was less than $6 annually.
You should be able to buy it from your auto insurance company. It should only be a few bucks added to your premium. I think mine was less than $6 annually.
Who's your insurance company? State Farm doesn't offer it.
Looks like you got a very good deal on your EX-L $25,098 OTD. May I ask which dealership you got this car and the name of the salesperson.
I live in the Bay Area and the price for this vehicle appears more.
Thanks.
Did you get a Sedan or Coupe EX-L 4 cylinder automatic for $23,000 WITH destination charges included @ Hardin Honda? If that's including destination charges, that's a super great deal. Please please let me know! Thanks :-D
Also, did they add protection package like $600 dollars more to the car?
Don't go there!
I am wtf lol
OK HERE'S THE BREAK DOWN ..
sales prices : $20,305.42
sales tax : $1700.58
dmv fees : $195.00
dealer fees : $199.00
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Total out the price : $22,400
will really appreciate if anyone can tell me if i have a good deal .
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Now, your purhcase price is $20,504.42. Invoice is $20,755 with destination (assuming this is an automatic transmission?), so you are getting the car for $250 under invoice. It isn't the best deal/offer I've seen, but it isn't the worst either. If this was the car/color/trim I wanted, I'd probably deal. If it wasn't exactly what you wanted, you might could wait for something better to come along.
It's a good deal though, just not the absolute best I've seen. If you're comfortable with the car and the people you are dealing with, go for it.
For last few days, I was trying to negotiate Honda 2008 Accord LX with different dealer, and I have following quote to share it with you if I should accept this offer or wait for another offer.
I do currently live in Virginia.
Accord LX - $19892.67 (OTD prices/all included with destination/tax/two-year VA registration/dealer processing fee) - the base price was $750 under invoice ($19181)
and they told me that i am still eligible for low APR (1.9% for 36 mo. and 3.9% for 60 mo.)
Any response/comment would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
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The Accord LX Premium Sedan adds to or replaces LX features with: 16" alloy wheels, a security system, a chrome exhaust finisher, auto-up/down driver's and front passenger's windows, illuminated window switches and 8-way power adjustment for the driver's seat.
A large number of features for about 5% more money. The wheels and power seat would be worth the most.
It came with mud flaps and wheel locks included. No trade, (I'm keeping my 06 Civic, also a great car) I put down $5000 and got 2.9% for 60 mo.(I have great credit and they had 2.9% through June) Very easy deal, you can several dealers in So Cal, they have a ton of Accords. This is for a 4cyl not V6. Try Honda of Hollywood, or Hardin Honda in Anaheim,both are good low pressure dealers, use the interney dept. Check dealer web sites for inventory, those with a ton of Accords will deal, this isn't tough, I just used the internet sales guys and walked in, looked at the car and bought it.
This does not include any accesories. Is this a good price quote? Has anyone else gotten any significantly better prices from any dealerships in Socal?
Hardin Honda in Anaheim is really good. When I went to buy my 08 Accord LX-P there, I was able to buy it for $1,100 below invoice and there were no pressure from them at all. They were very nice and cool about everything. Talk to the internet department first because they are really cool. There are tons of Accords available at Hardin. I worked out all the numbers over the phone and internet. Then I came in and walked around looking for the car I want. I pointed to the car I wanted and told the guy this is the car I want. I went and drove it around the block and it was nice. Came back and went to sign the paper while they wash the car and everything. Afterward, I came out and hop into my car and left with a brand new shiny silver Accord LX-P. Absolutely no problem at all.
So yeah, Honda of Hollywood and Hardin Honda are 2 dealership that seems to be very popular in Southern California. They don't BS you and their pretty straight forward.
Thank you for your tip, I saw lots of your useful tip in the forum in the previous posting.
Yes, i changed my first thought from LX to LX-P, and actually I got a much better offer on LX-P from one of local dealer...
LX-P: $1300 under invoice w/ appearance package
what is this a good price. it is my first car. i am planing to give 3000 downpayment
financing 29000
monthly payment 500-520
need help with it....
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They want me to pick up tomorrow
I got it at Hardin Honda in Anaheim SoCal/Orange County, that is 7 hrs south from you. Thats pretty far for a deal Tell your local dealers that Socal is selling Accords for this price and its Clearance time. good luck
I can tell you I got pricing from 6 Phoenix dealers yesterday for a exl coupe, with the best price on a V6 was $600 over invoice and the payments were $460. I only wish I could get a deal like you.
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i am getting one too. 3000 down and 500 month 60 term..
have been hear someone got 28000 OTD