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Is there a pre-payment penalty ?
Mine did not come with a hitch, but the dealer told me that it is true that Liberty's come from the factory ready for towing, except for the wiring and the hitch. U Haul wants $196 for a hitch, wire, and instalation for a class 3. The dealer says close to $375. Both told me it was avery tight fit, and about 1 and 1/2 hours to do.
I personally really like the ABS, and the heated seats are really nice in the cold. The way mine came is just what I would have ordered, except I would have added the hitch. Hope this paints a real honest picture for you.
so whats Mi. your getting so far?
can anyone else give me their inpute,
thanks.
I was originally planning to buy a 4X4 Limited Liberty after the summer. But recently I saw that $1750 rebate is garunteed in CT these days.
How good is this? I mean, should I hurry buying this, or can I wait as I planned, and try to look for another good deal after this summer?
I wouldn't mind getting an old model ( I mean, 2005). Thanks.
- Smith Rhee
Oct. if they are quick about,I"m thinking about the CRD,not sure yet I have too test drive it. If you want I can Chex it out for you ?
Badness
With all the taxes & fees, the total came to $21,532.21 out the door at 0% financing. I put $5,500 down and my payments will be $267.20 per month over 60 months.
Dealt with the fleet dealer and it was a totally painless experience. I've had more trouble buying TVs. Thank you, Edmunds, for all your help!!!
1.How is the ride?
2.How good is the pick up on a stand still.
3.Are the seats nice and comfy.
4.do you feel High up on the 17In wheels.
5.whats it like in the rain/mud.
6.Do you feel the gas is good or could be better?
Thanks ,Guys and Girls ,any info would be great by all.
I was getting 2005 Jeep Sport 4WD V6 AT with side airbags and ABS.
After the usual dog and pony show we came up with $21,500 grand total (tax, reg. etc) and then, what a surprise, they figured out that they didn't have the car after all.
After another hour or so they found Limited (vs. Sport) for $1000 more.
I did like the options on Limited and was well aware I was most likely being squeezed for and extra grand which I didn't mind given that it was still a not such a bad deal and the sup. side bags and ABS were there.
I drove the car back to home and after 1/2 hr. of examination realized that the very features I was buying this particular Limited for (side airbags and ABS) were not there at all despite of three sales reps telling me otherwise.
Calling next morning didn't help much - one of the reps suggested that if the features are mentioned in the manual they must be on the vehicle to which I asked for the sun roof location other than over ones head - mine didn't have one.
Another guy interpreted front bags as also being side bags because they do go big and get to the sides if fully inflated.
Anyway, I drove the vehicle back where they admitted it was "a screw up on our part" and promised to find the car I want or void the sale.
Question I have is if it looks like they deliberately lied to me to move the vehicle of the lot hoping I wouldn't ever know I don't have airbags and ABS or things like this do happen every now and then.
What will most likely happen - 2005 are not being put together anymore so they wouldn't be able to order a custom-made one - do I just get the money back and miss on $2000 rebate? That would be a shame...
Regards,
Alex.
As for Limited's as you want there are many use the dealer search on Jeep.com. I would encourage you to read the owners book section on side windo air bags. We almost bought a sport with them. After reading not to lean, or have children next to them, I was no longer convienced I wanted them. We got the 2005 Limited with every bell and whistle except Nav systen. List was 29,090 got it with 1,500 rebate and 500. retired military discount. came to 25,300. We could have got 1000 more if we went through Chrysler financial. Went to a bank and in the long run we believe came out better. I would spend some more time locating a 5 Star dealer that wants you business and is willing to earn it with honesty. This web site we are on I think can help you as well. Goodluck.
My kids are rather big now and the car goes to the older one in four years so I'd prefer it to be as safe as possible. Also, insurance discount for having side bags and ABS I believe is going to pay for the features in a long run.
I have bad aftertaste but at this point I believe they are just spoiled by faceless, gullibe mass drifting by their joint and leaving extra hundreds and thousands on regular basis so they don't even bother to know their inventory, packages, options, or even vehicle specs.
Thanx for your advice and support,
Alex.
Liberty Renegade 4x4 = $22,144
Trailer Tow Group = $329
4-Speed Auto = $743
Selec-Trac = $356
Trac-Lok = $257
SIRIUS Radio = $176
Loyalty Mailing = $25
5 gallons gas = $8
Customer Preferred Package 28Y = $392
Detroit Outstate DAA = $205
Detroit Outer PPA/EB-PF = $210
Destination = $660
Total Invoice = $25,505
Employee Price Before Rebates = $24,355
Price After Rebates and Military Discount = $21,855
Total Delivered Priced (incl. 6% MI Sales Tax on $24,355 and $23 title transfer)
= $25,839.30
Total Delivered Price After Rebates and Military Discount = $23,339.30
The dealers I have contacted have the same pricing schedule and state that this is the price they must have and that they are not making any profit on the vehicles , but are simply moving them out to get ready for the 2006 Models.
The specific pricing for the Liberty Rocky Mountain 4X2 I am interested in is indicated below:
Base Price $22,165
Total Price with Accessories $24,280
Dealers are Asking For This Price $20,095
Does anyone have any experience with this method of dealing with the car dealers?
They appear to be in lock step in this part of the State. (Madison, AL)
Is this the lowest price that the dealer will sell this vehicle ?
Thanks for any help you may have in this matter.
Please respond to jfallon@edmunds.com no later than Tuesday, August 9, 2005 with your daytime contact info and a few words about your experience.
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I am definitely getting SIRIUS too. Hope you enjoy your Liberty!
I've decided to purchase the Jeep Liberty CRD, Limited. Specifically the 22G package. While I've located one (en route to the dealership), I've not yet made any commitments because I am furiously doing my homework.
I need a bit of help... I am a member of the Chyrsler Affiliates program - this is a new benefit for me which I've enver used before (my company was a recent acquisition by a larger company, so none of my coworkers have any experience either). According to my internal employee website, I should ask the dealer to see the actual invoice, as there will be a line item that specifically states "Affiliate Price - - - xxx.xx" to ensure I get the actual affiliate price.
So, while shopping, I tell the sales staff exactly what I'm after, and what I want: Make/Model vehicle, to see that line item on teh invoice.
It's getting tougher, as a woman, to shop for a vehicle. I would expect less of a "little lady" attitude these days. I'm frustrated since some dealers, after me asking about the affiliate price line on the invoice, have looked at the sky, and said things like: "Ohhhh figure about 1400.00 off the price on that window sticker, that'll be YOUR affiliate price..." (I looked at that sky... I didn't see any magical calculation... ;o( ) I had one fleet manager raise his eyebrows when I specifically stated I wanted the diesel... and he said "What do YOU need a diesel for, why do you want that????" When I spouted the towing capability, HP, torque, etc. he quickly backed down and said "OH, well, i have to see if we're members of this affiliates program..."
When I explained to another dealership that I was shopping for a good dealership as well as an auto, the salesman grinned and said "Well, you get the best thing here, you get me as your salesman!" OMG... I'm wilting.
This behavior is making me realize my internal website suggestion to look for that specific line item on teh DEALER paperwork was given to us for a very important reason .
Now, when searching for factory invoice pricing online, I come across a passle of differing things, e.g. dealer invoice, etc.
Does anyone "out there" have any experience with purchasing a vehicle using the affiliates program OR knowledge of what to expect on the REAL factory invoice price?
The jeep I'm looking at is a Limited CRD, and has an MSRP of about 32k.
All input will be greatly appreciated!!!!!
Thanks,
nina
Anyway - here's my scoop - just got the car 2 days ago. Sticker price for Ltd package & all the upgrades - $29,465 (no taxes, doc fees). I paid $24,759 which $3123 UNDER what Edmunds says "others are paying". I never negotiated, I just said "I'm not buying a car tonight". They say, whoever says the number first is the one who loses. Well, I never said anything. I think I got a killer deal! Love to hear from others!
First off we live in Houston, TX and we went to Carmax since I had a great experience there buying my car. We knew we wanted a small SUV and after test driving a bunch my wife fell in love with the Liberty. So we found a 2005 Liberty Sport 4x4 with ~12,500 miles on it for $17,000 +ttl. After all the paperwork and trading in her car (they gave us blue book for it even though it needed some hefty engine work) we ended up paying a little less that $20K for the Jeep with a 5yr comprehensive warranty.
Its the kakhi color with cloth interior, V6, and a few extras.
So far its driving great, I can't get my wife out of it.
Don't buy one, or buy one used.
I bought my 2005 for $24K, now 16 months later the honda dealer offered me $11K, and the dodge dealer where I bought it offered me $9000!
Thats 67.5% devalue.
Also, are you able to still get a good deal if dealer doesn't have one in stock and has to transport a vehicle you want to their lot?
Thanks for any advice on this...how do I get the price down?
Lisa in Taos
Did you factory order a 2006 CRD to be built or are they transporting an exisiting vehicle to your dealership?
So if you are serious nows the time. You can get anywhere from $2,500. to $4,000. off depending on the dealer. In Kansas City I saw some dealers add $2000. to what was employee pricing. Hope this helps.
Farout
Farout
Mine has depreciated over 50% in jsut one year, buy used, save yourself a headache.
Farout
My dealer told me, based on what he can sell them for is getting a $2300 premium for the CRD on used 05s with 25000 miles on them.
He laughed and said that isn't what they're offering for trade ins. Any trades they're getting are from folks that for whatever reason have decided that diesel was a bad idea and want something else. I can totally empathize with the situation. I did the same thing with a previous vehicle and really took a bath on dumping it after a year. It is a difficult situation. For any vehicle however, it is highly unusual to trade after a year.
The reason for the premium is that the number of CRDs on the lot has dwindled and some people who want an 06 are happy getting what they percieve to be a deeply discounted 05.
In hard numbers you can pick up a loaded V6 Limited gasser for around a shade over $18,000.
An identically equipped CRD will sit for less time and the dealers are getting around $20,600 by the time you get done negotiating.
A new one stickers for $30,400 and I paid $26,800 new for mine, identically equipped to all these examples.
And I ain't selling. I love my CRD.
When it gets to the point where we all pay the same price, and no wheeling or dealing, they we all will pay less, and only then.
Farout
Anyone out there ?? Let's revive this site !!