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To my surprise, I actually talked them down $1500 off of MSRP. The key was to bring in a print out from kbb.com or edmunds.com. I told them that 8-10% over retail was all I was going to pay and they agreed only after I agreed to not say anything to other people? (oh well) and to refer two other customers.
The truck is a real head turner and drives fantastic. The JBL system is outstanding and the backseats are very roomy.
My wife's only complaint is that the passenger seat is not powered like the drivers. The dealer said this is by design. Strange. Oh well.
Oh yeah, I put on my Yakima roof rack from our Subaru and it actually fit!! I can now put on my bikes, etc. Funny since the Yakima web site doesn't list the Highlander yet.
Buy one and you will be very happy too!
It's a Bluestone V6 4x2 NONLimited
FE, DR, PE, TO, AG, CQ, UZ, V5, RF, CF
The MSRP on it was $28,308, I got it for $25,936
$2,372 below MSRP
Happy Driving to everyone!!
To make a long story short we bought it, drove it home all within 2 hours. Wow, what a SUV (car?)!
It's a V6 AWD, Vintage Gold with FE, DR, DL, EH, SR, BE, TO, AG, CQ, HE, RF, CF. I also got body molding and a nice double accent stripe.
Oh yea, was only able to get 1250 off the MSRP. Might could of got more, but another couple had just finished test driving "my" Highlander. I actually saw them getting out...smiling!!! Highlander availability being what it is, I PANICKED!!! I said "Deal" and my sales guy went and pulled the folder, before that other couple could say "Deal" Whew! They wound up getting the Silver Highlander. That leaves the dealer with one solitary Highlander on the lot. They'll probably get above MSRP for that one :-)
Right now, I'm Really Happy.
I'll keep you posted....
Of course it's way too early to for me to make any meaningful comments about it, but I will keep you posted.
When I was close to being ready to buy I went back to the dealership to talk about price. They wouldn't even agree with me that I had the correct invoice prices. I walked out. Then I went to a broker and got him to agree to a deal of $1000 over invoice. My husband told me to calm down because it is a big piece of metal and Toyota will make more. About a month later I phoned a different dealership and made an appointment. I told them that I had invoice and don't put the MSRP in front of me or I won't make a deal, nicely. Last week I picked up my V-6 bluestone nonlimited for $500 over invoice.
I love it. My kids love the power moon roof and the roomy seats. The ride is like an expensive car. I'm so happy with my HL and the dealership I used.
I picked my HL yesterday. It is M. Silver with Charcoal leather interior. I know, even I was surprised to see the Charcoal leather interior!!! In any case I got the following deal. Please let me know what you think. I would say one thing though. Some of the options on this vehicle were not what I wanted but I was in a hurry to buy!!!
Options: HE, DR, CQ, DL, MG, PG, BO, L1, DD and SB.
I paid (before TT&L)
27600 + 485 destination + 150 in dealer BS!! = 28235
I have a couple of question please:
The dealer charged me $99 for PerVin which is already included in the B0 option!! Is there something I can do about it?? Also as part of the options listed on the vehicle there was "Auto head lamp" off. What does that mean? I did not notice the head lamp go off when I turned off my car and waited.
Thanks,
NH
EXTRA MILE OPTION PKG B - inc: custom pin stripe, cargo net, carpeted floor mats, rear trunk mat, RS 3200 Plus alarm system, rearview mirror w/ compass/ temp display, Extramile aluminum wheel upgrade, Permavin/ glass etching & limited warranty, roadside/ rental car assistance warranties
Code: B0
Stick to your guns....don't buy the GST add-ons if you don't want them. I didn't.
Happy shopping....
On Cars.com the price for the same set of "goodies" is given as as $1893. So I don't know why the dealer /GST set the price at $2073!!
This is ther eason I have avoided buying a new Toyota all this time. They can't make a clean deal!! There is always a variety of options that you have to choose from and then they are all mixed up so that you never really know what you are paying for unless you painstakingly sort thru all the mess!!!! Then the car sales person jumps in and adds to the murk!!
paid $30130 after TT&L(Out the door price)...
NH
Very nice SUV,, 22mpg city/highway driving.
Only complaint is, I heard a whistling noise on the driver's side while travelling 70-80 miles/hr.
Also, changed my speakers, added a CD changer, and amplifier, now sounds a lot better!!
I am disappointed that I can't get a console.
Any thoughts about console that will fit between seats(how about Lexus 300). The space is narrow.
One though--I traded in a 4 month oldy Honda Odyssey. The only think I really liked about it(I went from a Caravan to the Honda) was the center fold down table with 4 cup holders. The top part of the table is too wide.
I was thinking of buying one and replacing the top part with a narrower table that I had fabricated.
This is a lot of work. I like the HL, but the console situation is a bummer.
Anyone with a solution--please email me.
Thank you
harrisg@aol.com
http://clubs.yahoo.com/clubs/toyotahighlanderclub . Then go to the PHOTOS section, then KLUGER V PHOTOS.
There is no need to try to fit the RX300 console into the HL. It won't work. My brother-in-law has a 2000 model and I measure it out. It's too wide and also probably a little too long as it extends into the rear passenger's floor area.
Looking for outlet to get a couple after-market accessories if anyone can help. (rock/bug deflector, front nose chip protection bra and service manual)
appreciate the input - js
Get the Toyota brand hood protector. Well worth it and easy to install. Don;t throw away the rubber weather strip as it instructs you to, keep it and put it back on after installation.
You can view my pictures at http://community.webshots.com/user/candyman85233
Have fun!
Please send your response to jfallon@edmunds.com, or post in Talk to the Press.
Thanks!
KarenS
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Owner's Clubs
I'm looking to replace my '93 Accord with an SUV-style car with more cargo space and AWD for our snowy winters. My priorities also include safety, reliability and a smooth (car-like) ride for long trips. I liked the 2002 Forester S+ that I test-drove, and it seems to meet our needs, but I'm so comfortable in my old Honda that nothing else feels quite right! I'm also looking into these other choices. Did any of you consider the Forester before you bought your HL? Thanks, Maddie
When it did, we were very impressed. We test drove it, my wife (who is only 4' 9") fit in the vehicle very well, it did not seem big for her. However, I was worried about collisions, especially from the rear, as there didn't seem to be enough there. Then we heard about the Highlander coming out in spring of 2001, so we decided to wait a bit more.
Well, one look at the HL and my wife said NO WAY - far to big for her. Wouldn't even test drive it. So, it looked like the Rav 4. But I still didn't like it, so I convinced her to try a Forester Great car except for the position of the brake pedal. Her feet are so small that she couldn't just slide her foot over to the brake, she had to lift it up. There goes the Forester.
Tried a CRV, but to cheap inside. Then we heard the CRV was being redesigned for 2002. So we decided to wait on that (this may be a long story, but it took us two years to create
Soooooooo, based on all this, I convinced her to try the Highlander. After all, the AWD V6 Base model is actually a few grand cheaper than the middle of the road Freelander, and the CRV wasn't out yet. So, we drove it. That was it. First vehicle we drove that made me wish I didn't buy my Pathy (not that I regret it, it is a fine vehicle, it's just not an HL). And since the wife like Toyota to begin with, it was an easy sell.
We had sport running boards (they look real nice on the HL) along with a rear spoiler added. Then we took it to Ziebart for the 4 package deal (Sound barrier, rust proofing, protect a shine, and fabric guard), as well as 3M tape on the hood ("12) for rock chips and the like.
Expensive, but we intend on keeping the vehicle for at least as long as the Celica (13 years) so we want to keep it looking as good as it can for as long as it can, I think this vehicle deserves it!
Happy HLing!
Happy HL'ing!
Good luck.
http://i-club.com/forums/showthread.php?s=543bce2b2c716f667e19b432b656d056&threadid=130770
-mike
'00 Trooper
'88 XT6
'91 XT6
Do you owners use premium or can regular unleaded gas be used safely? What is your experience with using regular gas?
Also, any advice on options would be appreciated.
Thanks.
FYI, the HL twin Lexus RX300 also requires only regular 87 octane.
Good luck.
If your engine is new and/or operating at the correct temperature, compression, etc., higher octane won't burn as well and will cause some unignited gas to get sent through your catalytic converter and get fully or partially burnt up on the way out. Use recommended octane until your engine gets old and starts knocking. Then the higher octane will be slower to ignite and will probably reduce knocking. Save some money, don't pollute so much, and get minutely better gas mileage by following the designer's recommendation.
If you have some time, we would really appreciate Town Hall members writing a review of their current auto, or a favorite make/model. It takes approximately a week for your review to appear on that make/model.
If you have any questions, please let me know!
Thanks!
KarenS
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Owners Clubs
Buy a new one!
Bought my '01 gold limited V6 AWD ~1 year ago -- approx $1800 above invoice -- decided to snazz it up a bit so had the bottom half of the vehicle plus grille, rear spoiler, mirrors, door handles and rear door garnish painted metallic black; added fender flairs, hood protector, sunroof deflector and two additional roof rack members; and removed all exterior emblems except for the Toyota symbols to give it a distinctive, customized look. Still deciding whether to spend ~$800 to upgrade the center console to the '02 style...