2013 and earlier-Honda Accord Prices Paid and Buying Experience

jonpage

The mindset among Honda dealers is simple. I went to three dealerships and they all said the same thing indicating they have been coached by Honda Motors. The single refrain is that "Honda has never ever given cash rebates, and they will not give this time around".

We all know this is an utter lie. Honda dealers are simply saying this to save face for a car fallen on hard times (relatively speaking), and HMC is trying to save face by hiding the cash rebate from public. The chest thumping will go on, albeit deceptively.

What I am curious about is:
1. What will happen to the inventory these dealers have, in excess of 150 Accords each?
2. Where will they park the 2008 models when they start rolling in? Honda is holding 2008s back probably.
3. What will be the affect on 2008 model sales, and on sales of 2007 model, with a wide price difference between the two?

I won't be surprised to read a news story where some unsuspecting customer will be handed a 2007 model thinking he is buying the latest.

bauer24

And see post #16287 for a similar way to word your quote by email.

needacar5

Alright...so I went to a dealer and told them my parents were going to purchase a car for me. I am in the market for a EX Coupe or EX Sedan both V4 engines. I told the guy I have been shopping around and I have some unbelievable prices. He said he did not want to go to his manager until I was definitely going to buy the same day. Now the EX does not come with leather or power seats? That is what he told me. The Prices I am trying to get:

Honda Accord EX Coupe V4 leather seats: 20,000 (Including Destination Charge)

Honda Accord EX Sedan V4 leather seats: $18, 800

Now can someone please offer me some advice? I do not want a dealer to tell me "if they are willing to sell it for that...then buy it from them"

Can someone please email me ddmew's deal on EX PLEASE and some advice about how to get the car for that price... intwalamd@yahoo.com

aristotle

When I was looking Front Range Honda was at least $1000 higher than the Denver dealers. Since I live in the Springs I would have preferred to buy from them if their price was the best. Unfortunately that was not the case. I hear the deals vary from week to week, may be even from day to day and from customer to customer. It seems like there is no one best dealer in the Front range for all days in a given month.

alamocity

If I'm not mistaken dealerships can get in trouble for advertising prices below a certain price as well as not allowing dealerships to even mention incentives or they will hear from Honda directly. Do they exist? Sure but dealerships don't have to share the wealth. As for the 08 models I've read elsewhere the build date is suppose to begin somewhere around 15 August so it will take a little time for dealerships to start getting them in. Until then all you can really do is keep checking with dealerships, especially around the end of the month.

aristotle

Won't it be easier to sell the 2007s after the 08s come in given the likely big difference in actual selling prices?

jonpage

Aristotle, it depends, it could go both ways.

Very low prices on 2007s could spur those sales, but that will negatively affect 2008s. If there are tens-of-thousands 2007s not sold, and people buy them in front of 2008, that does reduce demand for 2008s.

On the other hand, 2007 Accord is way behind features offered by Camry and Altima and that is probably the problem. If 2008 Accord has very modern features, you will see only customers like myself buying 2007s ("a car is just a means to go from one point to another"), but a large number will simply opt for 2008s.

Who is to know how the masses behave.

JonPage

tallman1

The single refrain is that "Honda has never ever given cash rebates, and they will not give this time around".

Actually, that is true. Honda does not give cash rebates. They do give dealer incentives, however. Those can be passed on to the consumer or not.

rallyfan

IT SEEMS TO ME THAT ONCE THE NEW ONES SHOW UP THEY J UST TRY TO LEASE THEM OFF THE LOT

aristotle

2007 Accord is way behind features offered by Camry and Altima?

I am interested in knowing what features you are talking about. This probably is not the right forum for such a question but if you can answer it briefly that would suffice. I am not doubting what you are saying, but merely wanting to be educated. I have not kept up with the features in the latest Camry and Altima. Thanks.

hbj2

I won't be surprised to read a news story where some unsuspecting customer will be handed a 2007 model thinking he is buying the latest.

You make a valid point here though you got the wrong year. Since the 2008 model is a redesign, it would probably look different from the 2007 one.

However, the possibility of a customer being cheated with a 2006 model is higher considering some dealers still have unsold ones.

How does one make out if they are getting an '06 or an '07?

Another thing is that Honda does not seem to put trim letters on the trunk lid. So there is no way to tell at a glance which trim you are getting. One is constrained to check features to determine what they are getting.

hbj2

I checked 3 new Accord sedans and a coupe in my parking lot. None of them has a seal/gasket. The glass is just stuck to something on the inside though you see clean glass corners (I think you mentioned something about underlying foam).

Also saw the same thing on the new Camrys. I guess they are doing away with the old-style rubber lining.

You may want to compare your car with other new ones before going to the dealer.

blueiedgod

Alright...so I went to a dealer and told them my parents were going to purchase a car for me. I am in the market for a EX Coupe or EX Sedan both V4 engines. I told the guy I have been shopping around and I have some unbelievable prices. He said he did not want to go to his manager until I was definitely going to buy the same day. Now the EX does not come with leather or power seats? That is what he told me. The Prices I am trying to get:

Honda Accord EX Coupe V4 leather seats: 20,000 (Including Destination Charge)

Honda Accord EX Sedan V4 leather seats: $18, 800

Now can someone please offer me some advice? I do not want a dealer to tell me "if they are willing to sell it for that...then buy it from them"

Can someone please email me ddmew's deal on EX PLEASE and some advice about how to get the car for that price... intwalamdyahoo.com

If you go to a dealer and tell them you are looking for a V4 powered Accord, you are going to pay through the nose. This simply tells the dealer that you don't know much about cars. There are no V4 powered cars on the US market at this time.

Ex indeed does not come with leather, EX-L does. Go to http://www.hondacars.com and compare trims and features, so that you know exactly what trim comes with what. This way you can show the dealer that you know the vehicles, and you know what you are talking about.

Good luck.

chirocat

Main option difference between EX-L and Altima SE/SL with technology package.

Bluetooth, power lumbar support, auto-dimming mirror w/compass, rear view camera, and least important, keyless start.

I have no idea what features a Camry has, since they don't offer a manual with the V-6.

That all being said, those are not terribly important and I may way buy a 07 EX-L if I can get the right price (invoice on the Above altimas are 29K +).

pickledherring

First, figure out which type of Accord you want. Go to the dealer, test drive both. Walk away, go home, and make up your mind. Accords come in several different packages, pick the one you want (sounds like an EX-L 4cyl). Then, contact every dealer in your area by email and lay out exactly what you want and what color options you'll be happy with (if you're focused on only one interior/exterior color scheme, they'll use that as leverage against you pricewise). Use the web, check out Edmunds True Market Prices, search this forum to see what others are paying to evaluate deals. Ask them for their best price. Play them off each other if you can. There's no need to talk to anyone on the phone, ignore their calls. Wait, and be patient. They'll get hungrier towards the end of the month. You'll find that they will start to come down. As you get closer to the price your interested in, have them put in email what your price, taxes, title, fees, etc. will be for the car. Don't fall for the "you have to come in" or other BS. They want you to come in so that they can strongarm you into a deal. When you've got something on paper, then go into the dealer again. It's hard for them to wiggle out of it when it's in black and white.

zswx

I need i4, AT, sedan. As for the trim, I prefer LX, but would also like to buy VP or SE if the price is right, all for the base models if possible. I can buy it either in the bay area or around Los Angeles.

If anyone finds a deal that is close or even better, please drop me a line at zswx2@yahoo.com. I would really appreciate it!

mjk5

Ok, I don't know where this specific post goes so I might cross post it in two different threads, anyways I've been car shopping for like 3 months since my car is junk (btw how much would a dealership take off for trade in if a leather seat has a hole in it? (bigger) would just buying a seat cover to go over the seat and taking it to dealership for trade in help me get away with it?)

Anyways I think I've narrowed the choices down to buying a 2007 Accord Coupe EX-L or leasing a 2007 Acura TL, but I'm too indecisive.

I'm just wondering how much it would probably cost me to buy the EX-L including all taxes and fees? And let's just say I did 36K miles in 3 years, how much could I get for this car? I'm not too thrilled with the accord and even less thrilled considering the 2008's are coming out soon and I don't like the new body style at all.

Second question regarding the TL, how much could I get the total lease cost too? I went to one acura dealership and he got me down to a bit over $17k which includes all taxes and fees. Could I get it any lower? I love the TL but am pretty cheap and kind of made the reasoning in my head that if I buy a car for $25k total cost, have it for 3 years then sell it for $10K It would come out the same to justify leasing it, but obviously I'd probably get more for the car if I sold it (don't know how much more) and probably can't lease a TL for that little (or can I?) So just wondering what the price difference would be between leasing a TL and buying an Accord assuming I do 36k miles on the accord and sell it in 3 years?

Last thing, are they picky with the damage to the car after 3 years? I mean the dealer told me they waive the first $1.5k in damage, but would they charge you for every little scuff mark on a rim, little rock indent from driving on higway, etc?

Thanks

gooddeal2

Ok. let me share my past experience. This is for purchase only b/c I never lease a car.

For the 3 leading cars Toyota, Nissan, and Honda, I say the depreciation for a 3 years old car is ABOUT 30% from invoice or 40% from MSRP. However, if you buy a '07 now, the car is already 1 year old. So, it's not a good idea to buy an old model year unless you keep the car longer than 5 years OR you get a big chunk of discount like the Accord now.

Many people who don't like to buy a new, they like to talk about the depreciation from the MSRP to make it like they save a lot of $$. :shades:

gforce23

As someone else posted, the only Accords in the market are V6 and I4s. With that out of the way, 20 grand seems a tad too high for an EX I4 coupe. You should be able to negotiate a slightly better rate. Aim for the 19,500 mark.
If you're indecisive about the coupe v/s the sedan, I'd say go for the coupe. It looks a tad better with those wrap around tail-lights and the GT style silhouette. And Honda hasn't messed around with the interior trim colors as it did with the sedan (try getting a black fabric interior on the 4 dr).

mjk5

When are the 2008's coming out? I really need to buy a new car before September and like I said, from concept photos not thrilled with the new honda.

Also the MSRP for the Coupe EXL is 25K, how did you get under 20k?

cink

When dealers say you are from a different planet when you quote other purchase prices across the country, thats when you start walking towards the door. Then they come and get you.

When I bought an SE 4 cyl, they said "IF you find a dealer who can sell for that price, we'll buy all their stock'. A half-hour later, they were meeting my price. Go figure. Thank god we only have to buy a new honda every 10 yrs, dealing with car salesmen is the WORST.

mia37

I just bought a 2007 Honda Accord SE auto for $17,200 from Boch in MA. Additional fees included $298 for document processing, $84 for title preparation and $860 for MA sales tax. Total out the door price was $18,442. If I had pushed, I'm sure I could have got the car for a few hundred less but I had just been through a bad shopping experience with a different dealer and wasn't up for more negotiating. Boch is the largest Honda dealer in the U.S. so I really do believe they can give consumers the best price on cars. I essentially requested that price over the Internet and they called me back right away to say they could meet my price. It was really easy. One note, I wanted the car in the graphite pearl color which was supposed to be available based on their online inventory, however, when I got there, they only had silver and one or two other colors (according to my sales rep). The sales rep was pleasant to speak with and was really knowledgeable about the car. They tried to sell us an extended warranty as well as accessories but they didn't push hard and we didn't bite. We are now waiting to pick up the car. Boch is the real deal.

bauer24

Mia can you email the salesperson name @ bauer24@carspace.com ASAP? Other dealers here think I am nuts when I mention that price. I may come from out of state and need it in writing. But who I talked to said they can't.

atlbuyer

How did you do the trade in with just pics? They gave you a firm offer just off pics? It's a 4 hour drive for me, but I'm nervous they'll low ball me on the trade in.

ddwmew

Try Carmax to determine the value of your car. Carmax price will give provide an idea of your trade-in value w/o any strings attached. Also, they will buy your car if you like their price.

The other point is Carmax proposal is good for seven days.

If you like Carmax price see if the dealer will match their written estimate.

atlbuyer

Thanks, that is what I was planning on doing. I have a 99 Ford Taurus with 92,000 miles on it. I heard that Carmax doesn't offer much on older model cars that they don't want to waste time on selling. At least it will give me a bottom price that I'd expect from the dealer.

mia37

Bauer24,

I tried emailing you with the contact info but got a message back saying that you aren't set up to accept messages from non-carspace members. Do you have another email address?

2448

We purchased in Milwaukee, WI a 2007 Cool Blue Accord EX-L V6 w/out nav for $3,200 under dealer invoice. OTD including all fees, license transfers, taxes, etc. the price was $23,451.75. This is the best deal that I have found on this forum but maybe I have missed a few two. When I read people that have already bought a car then asking if they got a good deal I wonder...

This is a great car and I wonder why anyone would wait to pay over MSRP for the 08's.

amshere

Guys,
After looking for weeks through this forum I am getting ready to buy one this weekend.DDMEW's posting for EX did not bring me any luck despite several attempts.It did bring me nasty emails from dealers though.
My hats still off to him for the awesome deal.

I have a quote for $16695 + 595(destination)+399(documentation)+TTL. I think its going to come out to $17900approx.

If anybody is interested in joining me this weekend then we could try and get it down lower.I shall buy it only on sunday though.

ddwmew

Carmax will auction the vehicle to a wholesaler. However, their price will give you a ball park on the trade-in value.

Also, compare Carmax's offer with KBB & Edmunds trade-in value.

armosu

I am curious if the financing is good on the 2007 Honda Accords EX-L. Can someone let me know about where is the best place to get financing, should I just go through the dealership. Thanks.

amshere

Dealerships are giving financing on V6 EXL .I know that for sure.Or else try capital one.Their onlin loans are pretty hassle free.You can get a check from them next day if you pay $15 .

amgoshen

Seems like very good prices. I am shopping for the exact same specs, and the lowest price I got was $20,995 from Criswell at Germantown, MD. Do you mind sharing where you got the prices below $21 K.

Thank you!

amshere

I got 20671 plus destination +TTL from Fairfax honda.I shall find out where I got $20400 and let you know.I changed my mind on EXL and have not worked on it.
If leather is not a priority then talk to Sheehy Honda .They told me they will give me an EX for $19800 OTD.

needacar5

Alright, I have decided I want to go with a l4 accord EX coupe (black on black). Now I am not going to say what color specifically to get the best deal. Is getting leather seating better in the long run, I live in Mass/RI area and it will be cold in the winter and too warm in the summer. Anyways, the invoice is about 21,000

I would like to aim for 18,000 (3k below invoice). Do you guys think I should start at 21,000 and talk down to 18. Or just start saying Boch is giving me the car for 18,500 and I am ready to buy if someone can beat the price! I do not know what works better. I wanted them to include a gold emblem and all season floor mats!

rsabai

Hi,

I got the car from Sports Honda with the same specs. The car I got includes rear wing spoiler and mud guards, if you take out around $600-$700 from the original price, that was the price, I was quoted without options.

you shall give a try to get a quote from them, I am not sure, whether they are still offering at discounted price. The details of my purchase are in #16160. Price paid without destination is around $19600

Enjoy the shopping..

ralph9

Hi Aristotle, I found Front Range Honda to be higher than the other dealers, but they matched the price of Fisher Honda in Boulder. You might try contacting Fisher to get a price. Dealers are adding options and I valued them at about 65% of the sticker price. Fisher will give you the price of a car without accessories but including the $399 dealer handling. They are straightforward with their dealing. Front Range said they would match any deal and they did so.
I did not find any of the great deals mentioned on this site, but I figure that my dal was about $1400 below stick with all the dealer fees included. The inventory of EX and SE I-4's is fairly small at least in the colors I wanted. Good luck with your shopping. Ralph

lccalvert_1999

Im going to buy this weekend also. My contact information is lccalvert_1999@yahoo.com.

Best quote so far came from Hendrick Honda:

2007 Honda Accord Sdn LX Auto
$16,695.00
10 TO CHOOSE
Plus $300 internet coupon.

kiawah

Get there early

lccalvert_1999

Leesburg Honda has matched their offer.

ksalatov

I am having a hard time getting a written quote on EX/cloth... I am aiming at 19.8K OTD, any advice??

bauer24

Can you send me your info to bauer24@carspace.com. Mass has weird out of state rules according to rep. I will call my DMV to see why. Thanks so much.

amshere

I would call and talk to Sheehy Honda.They said they could they could do the number you are mentioning.You can write to me at rjnskr at gmail. I shall tell you the sales person's name.

bauer24

See post #16264. If you have to go far get something in writing, they should be willing to send you email. If short on time just call a few places and ask if they can beat an off you just received of $18,500 including destination (right?) + tax + 298 doc fee+ tags. Then use answer (if good) and call another dealer. Don't give final answers until you sign what you want. I don't give out phone numbers until the very end (don't need to come home with 10 hang up on machine ever again).

I live in Midwest and dealers can't believe (so they say) prices out east. Using other quotes gives you some leverage. But i have heard from a few dealers say go there (Mass) and buy it. But the Salesperson told me out of State takes longer because they don't give temporary tags in Mass. Paperwork has to be mailed to me then I have to take it to my DMV to be filled out then take it to dealer. Sounds crazy.
Also, I did email dealers before today for about 3 days- now I am doing calls because it is close to weekend and they seem busier, plus I am in the "I'm ready to buy now phase". Hope this helps. Good Luck.

amshere

Guys,
I bought my accord LX tonight from Hendrick Honda in woodbridge.The experience was very good and took me an hour and a half to complete the sale.The guys were nice and honoured all that they said they would.
My price.

Base price with destination $16553

Plus VA tax ,tags ,title.

Total price out of the door $17498
Got honda finance at 5.95% for 48 months.

Thanks especially to ddwmew.He answered to all my questions and had the best of advices.I could not have done without his advice.
Shall be glad to answer any of you folks questions.

zswx

This is my target price. I wish I were in VA. Congratulations!

pcharcy

Hi,

Could you please forward the email from Ourisman to percy_charcy@yahoo.com

Thanks

kabob

Hi ddwmew:

Hats off to you man for such a wonderful deal. I am looking for accord but didn't get any quote so far which can match yours or anyway close to yours.
Can you please forward your quote or email form Ourisman at bob_sassy@hotmail.com
Thanks,
bob

angelus1

i am thinking of grabbing a 2005 accord ex-l coupe whic is going for 20k with 25k miles on it. i figure if i wait til october that i can get it for 15k, thoughts

qbrozen

My thoughts are that you can get a brand new '07 with 0 miles (V6, by the way) for only about $4k more than that current asking price.

I don't think, however, the price will drop $5k in 2 months. If you CAN get it to $15k in 2 months, then you should be able to get it for much less than $20k now.