2013 and earlier-Honda Accord Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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  • dingjuncndingjuncn Member Posts: 9
    I think that price is way too high. Based on my experience and others' here, Accord SE 07 should be less than 19,000 (including destination). Having said that, you need to ask the dealer to reduce the price by $1200 before you seriously talk about price with him/her.
  • tallman1tallman1 Member Posts: 1,874
    I think you heard that a couple of us thought the Accord was a better choice. I suppose that makes sense since this is an Accord thread. Did you ask the same question of Civic owners? Usually if one or more people say something here and no one disagrees, chances are that most (certainly not all) probably agree with the posters.

    It really gets down to what you want. It appears that having a new design (Civic) is important to you. If you buy the Accord and you end up really liking the new design, will you be upset with your 07 purchase? If you buy the Civic, will you be upset if you still have the car when the next redesign is available? Such is life.

    So.... a newer design in a car that is smaller, uses cheaper material, etc. vs. an older design in a bigger, safer, more luxurious car with all the bells and whistles (except for navi)... for a little over $2k difference. Seems like an easy choice... but only you can answer the design question.

    A quick trip to Honda's website would tell you that wheel locks are $54. They are less from H&A but you would have to put them on. H and A Accessories

    Good luck.
  • nyceltanycelta Member Posts: 5
    Thanks tallman1! What is your opinion on the sales price: $22,241 (including destination and wood trim)?
  • bamaflumbamaflum Member Posts: 39
    I was able to get an EX manual with options for a little of 19K so the SE auto should be lower. I would ask for a lower price.
  • robertgp421robertgp421 Member Posts: 3
    Thanks - I appreciate your advice. I've held on to his email today and I'll email back tonight. I've just started dealing, and I was startled when right out of the gate he offered invoice. This is a whole new ballgame for me, and I appreciate the advice that you all offer.
  • professorcreepprofessorcreep Member Posts: 2
    Just got back from my first ever trip to a dealership here in Boston. I'm a little disappointed with the way I handled myself but, hey, first time out.
    The guy really talked down the EX and was pushing the SE. Told me the only difference is the moon roof. I stayed the course on the EX-L though.

    Came back to the desk and wrote $25,200 in the "4 square" box. He knew I was an internet junky so he asked me what I'd need to make it work.
    I told him I'm looking at $21,500 including destination fee and that would be the sweetspot that would make me pull the trigger.
    He went to the manager and came back and said it's low but not outrageous. I told him I'm not buying until tomorrow so he sort of left it all hanging up in the air.

    What do you think? If I can get the EX-L for $21,500 inc. destination, am I getting a good deal?
    I probably should have come in a little lower but we'll see.

    Any insight would be appreciated.
    Thanks!
  • tallman1tallman1 Member Posts: 1,874
    What is your opinion on the sales price: $22,241 (including destination and wood trim)?

    I haven't been paying attention to prices people are posting here but that price is over $1000 below invoice w/o wood trim so I don't think you can complain.

    Prof creep is asking even less in his offer (previous post). Good luck to both of you.
  • kiawahkiawah Member Posts: 3,666
    There is a dealer holdback amount, which the dealer gets back on each vehicle they sell. Some call it the dealers built in profit margin, others call it $$ to cover other dealership costs. There also are volume discounts that dealership achieves, based on their sales volumes or special incentives.

    The two pieces of additional info which is what snagged you, is that for the last number of months Honda has been giving the dealerships an additional $750 off to clear out the end of model year Accords. This ends up as extra profit to the dealership, and/or a better deal for the consumer. The final piece of good news, is that the 2008 shipments (new model year design) will depend upon how many of the 2007's were sold. So a number of dealers have been very anxious to move old 2007's at whatever price, to lock in a future good inventory of the new models.

    All of this yields some really great deals available now on a super car.
  • tjiang001tjiang001 Member Posts: 5
    Hi, everyone,
    Anyone here has some price information about SE 4cyl near Los Angeles? MSRP: 21625, Invoice: 19601 (from edmunds). Do you think it is possible to get it around 19000 out the door near LA? Thank you.
  • jmr237jmr237 Member Posts: 9
    Hi folks, here's the out-the-door price I just got on a 2007 Accord SE sedan 4 cylinder auto:

    price................17801
    destination fee...595
    DC tax..............1135
    DMV fees..........130
    dealer fee..........289
    TOTAL..............19950

    I'm in the DC area--sales tax is expensive at 6 percent!
  • thegraduatethegraduate Member Posts: 9,731
    Hi folks, here's the out-the-door price I just got on a 2007 Accord SE sedan 4 cylinder:

    price................17801
    destination fee...595
    DC tax..............1135
    DMV fees..........130
    dealer fee..........289
    TOTAL..............19950

    I'm in the DC area--sales tax is expensive at 6 percent!


    Manual or Automatic Transmission?

    Our sales tax in the Birmingham area (ALA) is 9%!
  • jmr237jmr237 Member Posts: 9
    Auto transmission, sorry to have omitted that ... I updated the original post.
  • tjiang001tjiang001 Member Posts: 5
    Thank you for sharing. Have you compared some quotes from different dealers? What is the normal quote they can offer you at first? How much you got from negociation?
  • ncruzerncruzer Member Posts: 18
    tjiang001,

    You gotta do at least that good if not you can get a Camry LE in the LA area or SD for "19K OTD", and its a better car. :shades:
  • pegasus17pegasus17 Member Posts: 536
    REF: 14406 (data from autobytel dot com)
    2007 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L 5-Spd AT
    Starting MSRP: $25,050
    Starting Invoice: $22,571
    Doors: 4
    Engine Size: 2.4-Liter i-VTEC(TM)
    Cylinders: 4
    Transmission: Automatic
    That's (21500) about a grand under invoice which is a very good deal. I would definitely sit/drive in both cars and you will see that the driver's seat in the EX-L is better than the SE (although I haven't bought either yet). Also, I believe that Accords in MA are $150 more than here in OH because you get the PZEV (lower emissions) model. Good luck.
  • cshroffcshroff Member Posts: 1
    Can you post the name of dealership/sales person ? I am looking for the same car. Best I have right now is 26K on the road.
  • robertgp421robertgp421 Member Posts: 3
    2007 Accord LX-SE

    One of the dealerships offered me:
    $18,200 (price of car)
    $595 (destination)
    ~$50 on tags

    We'll have to work out taxes since I'm in WV and they are in PA, but the process he outlined shouldn't be a problem.

    The local dealer agreed to match the price, but said he wouldn't allow the promotional 4.9% financing.
  • cswancswan Member Posts: 3
    I have been quoted $24,414 including destination for an '07 EX-L V6 auto without navi in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As far as I can tell this is approximately $1k below invoice according to the Edmunds invoice price. Seems like a good deal, but I'm wondering if anyone had done better recently? Also, this price cannot be combined w/ the current Accord APR special available in TX. Can't have your cake and eat it too I guess.
  • ck949ck949 Member Posts: 4
    Hi all --- thanks for all the great info on this board. I picked up my 07 EX V6 Navi last night from Santa Ana Honda, but ended up going a little different route than expected. I went into the dealer based on a $24,900 email quote on this car (29,995 MSRP). I thought that was a smokin good deal. As my wife and I were walking through their new inventory, we stumbled onto an 07 "VIP" --- still technically a new car, never licenced, full warranty, etc. Only thing is was used by the dealership VP and had 4,900 miles on it. Not a MARK on this car, in or out, it is perfect. The upside is it was pre-loaded with $1,700 in accessories (rear wing, dark tint, mouldings, splash guards, wheel locks, protection pkg) --- window sticker was pegged at $31,695. To say we were intrigued by the possibilties on this one was an understatement. So we went to work on them to see what it could be had for, considering the miles.

    To cut to the chase, we walked out with a "new" 07 Accord EX V6 Navi for $24,100 (before tax/lic) and 4 free oil changes (about $100) plus a spare set of mats. Not to mention that I got all kinds of accessories that I would have likely cheaped out on otherwise, but love having now. I am just thrilled with this car.
  • he8833he8833 Member Posts: 52
    How are the seats different? EX has automatic and the SE doesnt?
  • he8833he8833 Member Posts: 52
    JMR237,

    That looks to be a great price perhaps one of the best I have seen.....Search for scree name Saleem he bought the SE4 and remeber him saying he got a great deal...I believe you did better, but he purchased it 2-3 months ago
  • he8833he8833 Member Posts: 52
    Professor,

    Check out this post

    #13856 of 14421 his name his sunny77890 he received the best deal I thought I saw for his car....he bought from the biggest (he claims) anyways volume dealer in the US....YOu might want to read where he bought
  • rodtxrodtx Member Posts: 7
    Was that around Dallas area? if so, can you give me the name of the dealership. I have gotten 2 quotes and the lowest is 19,446.

    Thanks
  • pegasus17pegasus17 Member Posts: 536
    I talked to the Internet Sales lady at Bernardi Honda in Natick, MA about a HCH deal and eventually discussed Accords. She said they are at 2000 under invoice on non-hybrid Accord purchases til the end of the month. Wish i was closer!
  • blufz1blufz1 Member Posts: 2,045
    That means they are thru the 3% holdback and the $750 marketing rebates!!!!!! So buyers be aware there are probably some unpublished MFG to Dealer incentives out there. Looks like Saturday the 31st is the day to grind you best deal!
  • saleemsaleem Member Posts: 114
    Yes, JMR got an unbelievable price.

    I've seen 18.6, 18.4, and the lowest i saw was what i got -- 18.2 (not inc dest). 17.8 is coming out of nowhere and is unbelievable. congrats!
  • tallman1tallman1 Member Posts: 1,874
    How are the seats different? EX has automatic and the SE doesnt?

    First of all, he was talking about the EX-L so that means leather and heated seats. The EX-L has an 8-way power seat for the driver and lumbar support (all EXs have lumbar). The SE has none of these features.
  • pegasus17pegasus17 Member Posts: 536
    ref: 14428
    Do SE models have seats at all or is that what makes them so cheap (inexpensive)? ;) I read in another forum about a guy who really disliked his SE drivers seat and was making DIY improvements. I realize this is subjective but was curious as to the actual differences (and now i know).
  • pegasus17pegasus17 Member Posts: 536
    2007 Honda Accord Sedan SE V6 AT MSRP - $23,945 ... Your Price - $20,552
    2007 Honda Accord Sedan SE AT MSRP - $22,220 ... Your Price - $18,994
    Tax, fees and a BS dealer doc fee of 250 additional. Lease purchases prices are TBD.
  • tallman1tallman1 Member Posts: 1,874
    Do SE models have seats at all

    What do you think SE stands for?? Seats Extra, of course.
  • pegasus17pegasus17 Member Posts: 536
    ROTFL. It is funny that with all the other really good options that come standard on the SE that the place you park your butt every time you drive is totally manual. Tomorrow i am going to drive both an SE and an EX-L and will find out for myself. The lease deals on the SE may sway me if the seat is decent. THX.
  • saleemsaleem Member Posts: 114
    hahh that IS a good point that I haven't really considered. When it comes down to it, all but the highest trims have a manual seat that you pump like a jack to move up, have a lever to recline, etc. the good news is i found a comfortable, high point that i like and i KEEP it
  • pegasus17pegasus17 Member Posts: 536
    I agree! In my current car with a power seat, I rarely move it after finding my "spot" so it's not a big deal. Since you do own an SE, do you find the driver's seat comfortable and acceptable? Take any long trips yet?
  • professorcreepprofessorcreep Member Posts: 2
    Closed the deal tonight on the EX-L.

    How'd I do?

    $21,777
    $595 - Destination
    Lojack - $699
    Road Hazard - $415 (taking this knocked .3 off my finance rate)
    MA. Tax - $1174
    Title Prep - $5
    Docs - $198
    Plates - $86

    Total Contract Price - $24949

    XM for 3 months...this may be standard. Overall, I'm pleased. I probably could have done a little better and the Road Hazard plan was a total gamble on my part. It's all about how the individual perceives it and I'm ok with it.

    This forum was absolutely awesome in researching. I learned way more in here than any other resource I checked out. Thanks!
  • saleemsaleem Member Posts: 114
    Hey Pegasus

    I've taken some long trips (a couple 250 mile, one 400 mile). I actually did the 400 w/o major breaks (just bathroom breaks lol and some snacks/soda). The seat is firm but was comfortable for me. surprisingly, i couldnt make similar trips comfortably in an IS250awd. could be the size idk i couldnt get it in the right position.

    my 6'3" brother-in-law moved the seat when he got in my car now i've been tweaking it to get it back to right!!

    So my conclusion: firm but supportive, comfortable seat. IMHO fine for long drives, but some will def disagree
  • rick94rrick94r Member Posts: 5
    After years of taking away info from these great forums, its finally time to give a bit back.

    I bought a carbon bronze EX V6 6MT sedan w Nav yesterday for $25k + $50 doc and tax/dmv.
  • accord92accord92 Member Posts: 2
    I posted earlier this month about my hunt for an '07 Accord SE 4-cylinder with/Auto trans. The best Internet (of 6) offer to date is $19,789 (it includes everythingother than tax and tags), and dealers are resistant to going any lower. In fact, several have gotten downright ornery when I had the nerve to ask if there's wiggle room. I am offering to pay cash and get the deal done quickly. I've made it clear I'm no tire kicker. I think I'm going to have to cast a wider net to see if I can come anywhere close to what some other folks are quoting.
  • he8833he8833 Member Posts: 52
    JMR237,

    Could u email me the dealer and who u worked with
  • thegraduatethegraduate Member Posts: 9,731
    Sounds like the deals keep getting better and better!
  • bamaflumbamaflum Member Posts: 39
    It may be your area. In south TX, they are really trying to push out the 07's to the point of going 1000 to 2000 below invoice. Keep working them. Some very knowledgeable people have posted that Honda is linking a dealers 08 alotment with how many 07's they sell along with the dealer incentive.
  • abhinaikabhinaik Member Posts: 29
    Congratulations!!!

    But, You could have got new CRV for that price.
  • abhinaikabhinaik Member Posts: 29
    Only some dealers in each state are offering these incentives. Mainly the ones who want to maximize on 08 car inventory. There is a special $750 incentive to dealer for each 07 car sold this month.
  • pegasus17pegasus17 Member Posts: 536
    Take a short drive to the Boston area and get one for 2000 under invoice (this weekend). The lady I spoke to at Bernardi Honda was very nice even though i made it clear I was in Ohio and not going to make the trip. Initially i thought they were in PA and it would be worth a drive to save 1500. In Westchester county they know you have money so they won't deal like other parts of the country!
  • pegasus17pegasus17 Member Posts: 536
    Dealers aren't stupid. For every 07 Accord they clear out at bargain prices, they can triple their profit on a new one (at least when they first come out). Deals are available to knowledgeable consumers but you have to be prepared to walk out if they won't get close to where we know they should be.
  • abhinaikabhinaik Member Posts: 29
    can you email me dealer info for this one.
  • pegasus17pegasus17 Member Posts: 536
    ref 14436
    I test drove the SE-V6 today and found the lumbar support of the driver seat lacking. Perhaps I am used to my current seat (that has a firm lumbar area). In any case, I was not overly impressed with the test drive. At highway speed, there was a pronounced vibration in the steering wheel (probably from a tire being out of whack somehow - balance/pressure, etc.). The sales person said he felt it too. I plan to visit another dealer (we have 4 locally) and test drive another SE-V6 tomorrow.
  • rodtxrodtx Member Posts: 7
    Can you explain what is LX-SE ? Is this a different trim?
  • saleemsaleem Member Posts: 114
    LX-SE is a weird notation from Honda for the SE. Sometimes theyre called LX-SE, i dont know why.
  • blufz1blufz1 Member Posts: 2,045
    Some posters are stating that they are getting quotes 1000 to 2000 below "invoice." Invoice is usually the dealer cost as on edmunds. Could they really mean 1000 to 2000 below MSRP? Clarification please.
  • thegraduatethegraduate Member Posts: 9,731
    Check out the Accord Trim Levels for more info.
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