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I would go to the Acura webpage....send out internet quote requests to all of the dealers between you and chicago and just see what happens? What can it hurt?
That way you can get some prices and see if it is worth going through allot to save some money.....for me...I went 135 miles away from my home and saved $1300 bucks! But for me....there is no way I would pay that much for an 05 TSX....unless I really, really wanted it....then the answer is simple...you have no choice but to pay the price close tohome and call it a day....either way...good luck!
Completed the whole deal over the phone with the internet manager.
You could also send out emails to various dealers stating what you are looking for and what you're willing to pay, then let competition take over. With the '06's on the way, somebody will come up with the goods.
But (and it's a big BUT) you have to compare the TOTAL cost of buying from one deal to the next. $500 off at a dealer 500 miles away might not be "cheaper" when you factor in the cost of travel to/from, especially if you value your time and adjust for the hassle factor, too.
And it is worth remembering as well that some dealerships have service departments that treat their sales customers better than non-sales customers.
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I see there are issues with rattles. Anything else? Do you enjoy or regret your purchase?
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2005 Acura TSX, automatic, non-nav, black ext., parchment int.
$25,800
plus a $245 doc fee (which I couldn't talk them out of) and the standard TTL.
Extras: all season mats, free oil changes and inspection for life, & wheel locks.
Not the best deal I've seen, but not the worst. I came in armed with all the great information I picked up by reading these forums.
Buying from Radley was quick and fairly painless. They didn't haggle me too much over extra warranties and insurance. I turned down all of their polite offers! The 2 year Virginia registration was a nice surprise. The only additional fee was the $245 doc fee.
So far the car's been running great... a nice upgrade from my 1998 Honda Civic EX.
Leta Acura, the salesman J** was disinterested, confrontational, and
appeared angry from the initial grumbled greeting. I (later) stated I'd
emailed him a few times with no response, to which he replied "I don't do
email". Also, I witnessed another Leta salesman belittle a customer.
Very unpleasant and discouraging experience, I almost cancelled the next
Acura appointment and went to Lexus.
Fortunately I did keep the next appointment at Mungenast St. Louis
Acura which was an entirely different experience. Salesman B**** was not
only pleasant, polite and interested, but actually very helpful. I had
a price I intended to pay, which was quickly agreed to and everything
was done. Mungenast was a pleasant experience with friendly
service-oriented people, while Leta was a horrible, off-putting experience which
will prevent me from visiting them again and from servicing any of my
Acuras in their department.
I can lease an 06 Accord V6 with an MSRP almost exactly the same as the non-navi 06 TSX for $360 + tax, yet the best quote I've gotten for a TSX is $425 + tax?
In fairness, the $425 was an 05, so I've also sent another email to Mungenast asking about the 06 which should have better residual.
I'm currently trying to decide when/where to purchase an '06 TSX (Glacier Blue/Quartz), and while I'm familiar with most of the dealerships in the Chapel Hill/Raleigh area, having just finished school down there, I'm now up in the DC-Metro area, with some of the larger Acura dealerships in the U.S. At least one of them, so far, has refused to budge off sticker, and I KNOW he can go lower.
I'd appreciate any help or insight. And from any other folks, as well, who may have dealt with the same issues.
Thanks.
Getting service from Radley, on the other hand, can be VERY painful.
may I ask in which dealership,city you got that price?
Toyota wants $24,000!! He guessed they could sell for $22000 and make money (he traded for forerunner and you know how that gets all messed up $$$).
Bottom line even if I could buy for $23k why not wait for a $27k new TSX deal with bluetooth, lots of extra warranty, XM, more HP, new style, memory seats....
As far as lo jack is concerned, you'll have to decide that for yourself. I personally don't see any need for it.
Good luck.
Second, I have not found the invoice price listed anywhere yet. Has anyone heard/seen anyting? I'm guessing it is around $25,500. Sound about right?
Lastly, if anyone has found the car, and purchased in this area, what did you pay? What was the car price before tax and license?
Thanks in advance. Any feedback will be appreciated.
i have been looking for a 2005 tsx and have been serramonte and burlingame acuras. i was told by both they were expected in, maybe a week ago or so, but there is a delay. they were not told exactly when, but i got the impression within the next week or two, they'd expect. any idea what i could get the 2005 non-navi for at this point? invoice is about 24750. not sure about the 2006. good luck
A FUTURE HAPPY TSX OWNER (oh and by the way.. my old car was a 91 Accord :sick: wich had 248,000 miles and still running)
Enjoy your shiny new car, and be sure to post your driving impressions here! You just made a major upgrade from your Accord. :shades:
New glacier blue is nice. The old light blue it is not.
Regards.... Oh, I liked the old TSX wheels!
Build a car & see invoice prices" dropdown on the home page????????????
pasted from cars.com:
2006 Acura TSX
4dr Sedan Base
MSRP1 Invoice2
Base Price $27,890 $25,436
Destination $615 $615
Options $0 $0
Total Price $28,505 $26,051
please advise
My dealer assured me that the car was on the way. Eventually, I became irritated and started making phone calls. I learned from Acura executives in California that the Ohio plant used to manufacture the CL would be building Honda Civics all summer long, and I could not get my CL for several months, or more.
My '83 Saab was falling apart, so I bought a new '96 Saab, much as I had wanted the Acura. I received my deposit back without a fight.
This was a Chicago area dealer, and indeed, I doubt that any dealer could retain your deposit after failing to deliver your car within a reasonable time, but it opened my eyes to the forms of deception that can be used against a buyer. I've always wondered why this particular industry must resort to such practices.
Good luck with your order. My friends who drive Acuras love them, and I hope to soon buy a TSX myself.
The Stealer may not like it much, but that's life.
For you, I counsel patience. You seem really antsy. If they are providing a free loaner, it seems they're dealing in good faith. What's the big rush? If you just wait, you'll be very happy with the car when it does arrive.
Two weeks isn't that long. :shades:
and you're right..! will wait for a few more days... :surprise: