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Saturn Outlook Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Yes. TTL (Title,tax...was extra).
I am enjoying my car and hopefully I wont have any 'water leaks' as others have mentioned. As far as gas mileage, well, as long as I don't get 12 mpg as some have posted, I'll be happy. I am avering about 16 in city and 21 on the Hwy with 1,300 on the odometer.
They didn't add any 'other' fees.
Like I wronte in other forums, everytime I park my Silver Outlook next to an '08 Black Acura MDX, it brings a smile to my face :P
Enjoy your car.
We've mentioned it to the service manager, along with other issues - abnormal transmission shifting, immediate loss of gas mileage, multiple interior noises, paint chippings, remote start failures - yet, he claims nothing's wrong. :confuse:
We researched GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook exhaustively before deciding to purchase the Outlook. We're still researching owners' forums, like this, and are surprised that so many have the same problems we do.
Some have commented that the Outlook is Saturn's way of improving their "brand" and we've even seen comments from people that were accustomed to buying higher-end vehicles - BMW, Acura, etc. (Ironically, we traded an Acura TL for this Outlook.)
Has Saturn / GMC management or executives taken the time to look at any of these forums? And, would they like to comment on how they plan to correct these issues so they can keep the buyers that have FLOCKED to the OUTLOOK and ACADIA ??? Otherwise, they stand to LOOSE a LOT OF US AGAIN. Something to think about....
During those entire 2 days, up to and including the moment at which I drove my car up to the Saturn Dealership service department, the MPH needle was not working properly. It was no longer "locked" at the 45 MPH level, and the needle was now moving, but it was way off in accuracy (I think it was resting at 20 MPH when the vehicle was parked).
However, the dealership called later that day and reported the guage was working perfectly for them. They couldn't re-create the problem in order to test it. While I don't think they were lying to me, I was indeed surprised that the problem persisted for several days in my possession, but "all of a sudden" resolved itself while in the dealership's possession. :confuse:
I had them keep the vehicle (while insisting they provided me with a free loaner) for several days in the event the guage acted up again. It did not. And, I've not had the problem since. I chalk it up to "new model glitch".
No. There was no trade-in. There was financing. I put $15K down and financed the rest (about $20K) at 5.9% through Capitol (dealer did all the paper work). I am hoping to pay it off by this summer (after I get my Tax refund and other savings I am accumulating on the side).
You know, because they didn't give me an exact quote, I couldn't take this offer to another dealer here in the Bay Area. And, I didn't mind the drive.
As far as issues with the Outlooks. I also read as many forums to learn about all the issues the the triplets were having. I learned about the water leaks and the transmission shifting. There were some people that complained about low gas mileage. Most of these were for '07 Outlooks. So I took a chance on the '08 that I got.
It's been raining here in the Bay Area for the last 2 weeks and I haven't noticed any water leaks yet.
My gas mileage is about 16/21 so far and I have about 1,870 miles on my Outlook. So far so good. I really like the looks of the Outlook when compared to the Acadia (and the '08 MDX).
I was in the position to buy this vehicle since it came out, but really didn't wanted the first year model. I was expecting the '07 models to have some 'glitches' and so that's why I stayed away from them.
Good luck to all of you with your '07s and I hope the dealers do fix all you issues, for GM's sake. :sick:
I know it probably not the best deal, but I was able to get them to cut me a check for the last 3 payments on my Honda Pilot lease for $1,000 to take back early (and not have to deal with car seat madness with 3 kids anymore with 2nd row captains chairs). They also threw in a DVD player to be installed since the one they had on the lot did not have it.
And, if ya have not noticed.. read the window stickers of vehicles now-a-days... What I look for and something that drives me up a wall is where components from and where assembled. The Outlook (or may have been the Vue, sorry) I see has both the engine and tranny from USA, but is assembled in Mexico with approx 35% parts FROM Mexico. Another USA vehicle with a 3.4L engine in it... engine is from China per sticker. Also see tranny's from Mexico... Just read before buying is all... if it even matters to you that is. Regards.
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GMAC's current base lease rate for any length lease of a 2008 Saturn Outlook is 6.45%. I believe that GMAC uses a pass / fail system for its lease rates, rather than the tiered system that some banks use. This means that either your credit is good enough to take advantage of the aforementioned lease rate, or you can's lease through them at all. GMAC is usually pretty lenient in who it approves for leases and loans.
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Saturn of Raleigh, from what I have seen from post in previous months this is not a good deal at all... experts please help!
The Saturn Outlook that you are interested in probably has a spread of around $1,800 between its full MSRP and its dealer invoice price. If I was in the market for this vehicle right now, I personally would shoot for a selling price of a couple hundred dollars over invoice...perhaps a $1,500 discount or so. Once you arrive at a selling price that you are comfortable with, have the dealer that you are working with calculate your monthly payment using GMAC's current base lease rate of 6.25%.
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I am working a mazda cx-9 now...see you in that forum..i hope!
Yes, the dealer is called Saturn of Torrance. And, you guessed it, it is in Torrance CA (in LA), off of 405 Fwy and Hawthorne Blvd (I believe).
Google it and you will find it. Or better yet, request a quote through edmunds and you'll get an email from them. Use their ZIP code: 90503. They are very quick to respond. Unlike most other Saturn dealers I dealt with, they were the only ones to offer me a quote (initially when I started inquiring back in May of '07).
But, because I waited for the '08 model, on that request, they just stated they would give me 'invoice pricing' on whatever they had on their lot.
Good luck.
Good luck
--jjf
am i reading these posts correctly that the 08 Outlooks have a residual value of approx 63-66%? Or is it 44-47%? The residuals seem extremely high. I am looking at 08 XR FWD w/Premium, Convenience, Advanced audio and DVD. Found one w/sticker or $35,545. Would an offer of $33,850 be unreasonable? Does Saturn really have a "no haggle" price so the MSRP is it?
So, if Saturn would deal, the Outlooks might be flying off the lots. Acadia would be a better buy for most people.
BTW, I have access to Supplier Discount through my wife's job, so the Saturn might be an option vs the Acadia for us since I think that discount brings the Outlook down closer. But for Joe off the street the take it or leave it price does not seem competitive, IMHO.
$30000 plus tax. I got the 500 rebate offered and the 1000 current gm owner discount.
The dealership SAturn of Wichita Ks. West was awesome to deal with!!!
I drove it on a 2hr trip yesterday, I LOVE IT!! The car is very quiet, excellent comfort and the stereo and dvd player are very good options.
I will put 50-60k on it over the next year, I'll try to keep updating my experiences as I go.
Good Luck!!
What were the specifics on the trade...how much was the trade-in on the Scooby? Did you final price include doc fee, tax, title, etc.?
Sounds like a good deal...where is the dealership?
Thanks...John
Dealership is Saturn of Mt. Laurel in South Jersey. Very nice staff there.
I went by the local Saturn dealership, and two local GMC dealers. THe first GMC dealer only had 5 Acadia's, all optioned out, all $35k or higher. The salesman was very helpful, said he would be happy to find me an Acadia optioned as I wanted. He didn't sound like he could approach the pricing by Saturn, however.
The second GMC dealer, man am I sorry I went by there. They had 10-15 Saturns, all optioned out, wanted to find me one right there, provided "I would promise to by the car from _____". It was a confusing mess. They had the free tires program, but they charge $999.99 to participate. When I challenged the salesman on this, she said it also included free towing for a year. I reminded here that the Onstar year trial also included a year free towing, she said I would get the $1000 back when I negotiated. Finally, when I gave her the number I was quoted from Saturn, she was sure they could beat it, but when I reminded the sales manager that would be out the door, the number I put on the check, he said it was pretty tight.Of course they called me constantly for the next few days.
Finally Saturn of Greenville (SC). Sales Associate was low pressure. I told him when I went it that I was going to look at the Acadia as well. He called once, to tell me they had a XE with the options I was looking for, and to call him back if I was interested. Everyone seemed as concerned about my being pleased with my purchase as much as they were interested in buying a car.
The postnote on this is after going off for the weeked, my wife and I decided we wanted to exchange up to the XR, and get away from the light gray carpet (beautiful, but may be a challenge to keep clean).
Upon calling the sales associate, he and I discussed what I needed to change, he had a XR on the lot, and advised me to drive it for the night. I went right over, and he had it ready to go. No papers to sign, just get it in and drive. When I came back the next morning to complete the paperwork, nothing was different from my first purchase. Everyone was friendly and warm, the salesman keep telling me how I was going to like some of the changes in the XR. The GM completed the paperwork. When I apologized for all the trouble I was putting them through, he told me that was part of the Saturn experience.
Obviously, I am a new Saturn owner, but I am impressed.
I owned a couple S series cars in the 1990's, a 2000 LS2, and now a 2007 Saturn Aura XR. One of the reasons I have drifted back to Saturn over the years is that ownership experience. It goes well beyond the purchase of the car. It involves being treated right when it's time to bring the car in for service, or when something goes wrong with it. They always explain or even show you what is wrong with the car and I never get the feeling that they are trying to rip me off. They simply go the extra mile to make sure you are satisfied, even if it's just trying to fix a little squeak that is annoying you. I am certain your experience will be just as pleasant.
Thanks.
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If I was in the market for any new General Motors vehicle, I personally would shoot for a selling price that's right around dealer invoice. You can look up the invoice price of the exact model that you want by visiting the New Vehicle Pricing section of Edmunds.com. Once you arrive at a selling price that you are comfortable with, have the dealer calculate your truck's monthly payment using its base lease rate of 6.25% and you're all set.
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I'm thinking about holding off for the 2009's as gas mileage is supposed to be better(?)
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I wouldn't be surprised if the Outlook lease is 650 or more a month... IF AVAILABLE AT ALL! I see many companies are no longer leasing SUV's and trucks, GM may be next to do the same.
btw, let alone the unattractive interest rate, watch the residual drop drastically..... (I HOPE I'm WRONG )
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Picked it up last night and reset the average MPG when I hit the expressway. 55-70 mph for 12 or so miles until I hit my exit was showing 25.5 mpg. Another 5 miles home over city streets, then 20 to work this morning and the DIC is still at almost 22 mpg. If that holds up, that will be 4-5 mpg better than my '00 Trooper. I'm real happy with the Outlook so far.