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To do this yourself and see if you get the same numbers, go to the main Edumnds site, click on the Used Cars tab, then Research Prices & Specs > Hyundai > 2002 > 2002 Hyundai Elantra > 4 Dr GLS Sedan, then put your Zip Code in, select Add/Remove under Typical Options and fill out the resulting form.
You'd have to qualify for the $1000 Hyundai Loyalty and the $400 college grad and the $500 military and the $1000 dealer loyalty Hyundai rebate.
So the $8988 is available to anyone who gets there in time to buy it, or who can talk the dealer into substituting another similar GT for the ad car.
I just found this site, and it looks great! I am seriously considering a new Elantra. I live in the Baltimore area and was wondering what people have paid for their 2005 Elantras (2006 for that matter. I just assume I can great a better year end deal on a 2005). I would get an automatic, and after that it really doesn't matter. Also I would love any advice on what I should be paying. For example, should I start at the invoice and go down using rebates etc.? How do you know you are getting a good price? Has anyone ever done the type of thing (buying service I think) where they send out (over the internet) your desire to buy a car and you get many quotes from dealers? Thanks for your help!
Dale
I think getting dealer quotes over the internet is a fantastic way to get the buying process started. It really removes the sales-person pressure and temptation to sign something hastily, which can happen when seeing the dealer in person. I think remote negotions gives a lot more power to you as the consumer. I hope some these opinions help . . . good luck.
One more thing, since you are in the Baltimore area, a good place to check out would be Fitzgerald Auto Malls. They have competitive prices up front and they post them on their internet website.
You'd have to qualify for the $1000 Hyundai Loyalty and the $400 college grad and the $500 military and the $1000 dealer loyalty Hyundai rebate. So the $8988 is available to anyone who gets there in time to buy it, or who can talk the dealer into substituting another similar GT for the ad car.
OK, I would ask these questions to you..
Where did the "Elantra GT new for $6588" go?
Is this Brand new or a Demo? Extra equipment?
Trade/Cash down payment stipulation?
Why not pick one up today, or at least try? :confuse:
I have claimed all along, Dealers can afford to sell a few units at a deep discounted price, just to keep them 'honest' Your revised figure of $8988 for the GT could work!. I just don't get the whole idea of a sporty Elantra?.
From what I have read on this site, MD is a great place to purchase a Hyundai. I purchased two Elantras in 2002 and got very good pricing. So here is the most recent quotes I have received for an Elantra 2006 automatic base package.
If you own a Hyundai, you can take $500 loyalty off of these prices.
Fitzgeraldautomall.com Quote of $13,332 (see website)
Nationwideauto.com Quote of $13,247 (see website)
Also, I got an internet quote emailed to me from College Park Hyundai of $12,777 (actually mine was for $12,277 with the $500 rebate)
The last time I purchased, I ended up buying at Antwerpen Hyundai in Clarksville. I haven't received a quote from them yet.
From what I have seen, these 4 options are difficult for other locales to match. I have actually moved away from MD, but plan on going back for Christmas to visit family and buying a car there.
Does anyone have any advice?
Does anyone know the issues related to buying a car in one state and registering it elsewhere. Is this a hassle? Tax, registration issues?
Thanks again! I'll write back when I get my quotes!
Dale
Just crossed 7500 trouble free miles. Very much enjoying the Hyundai experience - thousands cheaper than the [non-permissible content removed] products with what seems to be, outta the gate at least, comparable initial good quality. Time will tell when we close in on the 200k mark. 35.2mpg on the computer to date. Satisfied.
This is following in-line with the Hyundai marketing of the past few years. I expect we might see another bump up or two in the rebates into next spring/summer. Particularly since the '06 is in the final year of its generation.
They have started changing rebates in the middle of a month. Shows marketing dexterity on their part. But makes it really hard to figure out what will happen to rebates, and when, doesn't it?
I think this is a pretty smart move from Hyundai's perspective. I think this will probably boost traffic in the first half of the month because many people will want to "beat" the deadline. There will always be good traffic at the end of the month when many consumers perceive they can get better deals on the cars.
The best quote I have got for an 06 Auto Sedan GLS with only factory pre installed options (no add ons) has been 13100 (inclusive of processing fee and freight etc.) but excluding tax,title and tags etc.
How does the price sound ? too high ? too low ? good deal ?
Please let me know your views
Thanks for all your help...
Do you mean a GLS automatic with no other optional equipment? That is, only standard equipment?
If you mean the car has some options which are factory installed and add to the base price of an automatic GLS then can you tell us what those options are?
What was the MSRP bottom line price on the window sticker?
The MSRP marked on the sticker was around $15,300.
At any rate, it's a pretty good deal, close to invoice (published invoice) before rebate. You could always see if they will come down a little more, it being near the end of the month and the year, but it's a nice deal as-is. Maybe you could at least get them to throw in the floor mats--very handy to have!
Thanks,
James
I feel I got a reasonable deal, and was treated very fairly by the dealer. I suppose I could have done better, but that depends on location and your willingness to negotiate further. And, I guess I always feel I could have done better - human nature at work. So, here's the scoop . . . and, please don't tell me I paid too much!
2006 Elantra GLS Automatic 4-door sedan (Silver), $13,648
selling price (the only options were the carpet mats, cargo net, and mud guards). Sticker was around $15,400, including freight.
Total "out-the-door" price including Doc Fee, 6.75% Sales Tax, Title, and License, including the current $1,000 rebate - I didn't qualify for any other rebate plans - was $13,798.
As I previously stated, I was very pleased with the dealer - Pugi Hyundai of Downers Grove, IL (SW suburb of Chicago). Except for paperwork, etc., all negotiations were done with their Internet Sales Manager.
Was the ribbon one of those "human ribbons" ala the Kia (?) commercial?
First of all, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year to all on this board.
Backy, here's the complete rundown:
$15,260.00 Sticker Price (MSRP), including $570.00 in Freight costs (Inland freight to the dealer)
$13,648.00, Selling Price
$25.00, Electronic Registration Fee* (see note below)
$55.39, Doc Fee
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$13,728.39, Sub-Total
$926.67, Sales Tax (6.75%)
$143.00, License and Title
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$14,798.06, Total
(-$1,000), Less Current Rebate
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$13,798.06, Out-The-Door Price
* This dealer participates in a new registration, title, and license program with the Illinois Secretary of State's Office, whereby registration, title, new license, and tax is sent to the state via electronic transmission and funds transfer. You are given your new registration and permanent license plates on the spot - no "drive away" or temp tags. I didn't transfer plates, hence the reason for the new license plates, and that cost here in Illinois is $143.00.
Remember, when calclating purchase price, the doc fee (and, the electronic registration fee in this case), are taxable. The license, registration, and title fees are added after tax. And, most importantly, any applicable rebate is applied "after" the tax has been calculated, not before - at least this is the law in Illinois.
I hope this explains it all. Again, this was a seamless transaction, and the dealer was most helpful and courteous. I was most impressed with the pre-delivery walk around and explantion of all of the features of the Elantra conducted by the salesperson. And, yes, there was a full tank of gas, which is the norm in this area.
That's on our list next: a new Sonata GLS V6, and I will certainly buy it from the same dealer, perhaps next summer. The salesperson has already given me some pricing, and it's well below invoice.
BTW . . . I've owned European cars mostly for the past 30 years, except for a few Hondas and Nissans, and after scrutinizing the new Elantra from bow to stern, I'm impressed with its build-quality and attention to detail. The engine is not as quiet on the inside of the cabin or outside (at idle) as a Honda or Toyota DOHC 4-cylinder, but its smooth and good enough for me, especially considering the substantial cost savings. I really think Hyundai is going to be a force to be rekoned with.
I remember the time I was considered an "early adopter" with a Nissan (then, Datsun) purchase back in the late '60s. I get the same kind of warm and fuzzy feeling with this Hyundai as I did with the Nissan back then. I feel that Hyundai, and likely Kia, is paralleling the growth cycle and build-quality of the Japanese marques.
After spending a few days with the 2006 Elantra, and scrutinizing everything on the car, I am quite impressed. The engine bay, and everything under the hood, is neat and tidy, and well done, better in many respects to some of the European cars I've owned which have cost far, far more. As a former, and existing, SAAB owner, I may just have to look at the Elantra 5-door. It reminds me quite a bit of the classic SAAB 900 3-door hatch, certainly from a versatility and practically point-of-view.
Does anyone know if the 2007 Elantra will be available in a 5-door hatchback model? If so, I may have to buy another Hyundai soon.
I think the general belief is "yes" . . . but there has been little definitive information available on this vehicle. The company kept a hatchback with the KIA Spectra, so that is a clue that they will maintain a sedan and hatchback for the Elantra. We don't know if it's going to be wagon or fastback shaped either. I really like the current hatchback design . . . I think the back half of the car is perfect. I guess we just have to wait and see. If you come across any information, please pass it along in the 2007 thread!
I bought an 05 Elantra 5 door on Dec. 31. I was the dealer's last sale of the day. My Elantra had been a loaner for customers and had a little over 7,000 miles on it, but I am the first titled owner so it is considered new. I don't remember now what the exact MSRP was, but do remember it was well over 16k. The agreed upon final price for the car was $12,700 which included $1500 in rebates. I elected to get the extended warranty, and since I was the last sale of the day, the dealer offered me a "deal" on the warranty. They said it usually was $1400 but they would sell it to me for $945. When taxes, doc. fees, license, registration, etc., etc., were figured in, my out the door price was $14,568. I feel I got a decent deal. The dealer I purchased from was Edwards-Archer in Council Bluffs, Iowa. I have nothing but praise for the way I was treated. Everyone that I came in contact with was friendly and polite. I'm 56 years old and have purchased a number of new cars over the years. I have to say that this purchase at this particular dealer was the most pleasant experience I've ever had buying a new car. It has been a number of years since I purchased a new car, so I'm not sure whether dealer philosophies have changed or whether this dealer is just very good at what they do. I went to Council Bluffs over the holidays to visit a friend and wound up with a new car. Never expected that to happen when I left home. My previous vehicle was a 91 Ford Escort wagon which caught fire and burned up a couple of weeks before Christmas. I had rented a car for my trip to Council Bluffs and drove home in a new car. What a Christmas present to myself.
The real question, iowaelantra, is whether you'll be putting on an 03 Tibby sway bar to make it corner better. I highly recommend it. If you're interested, email me for more info.
I just bough a new Hyundai Elantra 2006.
I did a mistake and did not dedicate enough time for research.
Happy to find this forum and share with you my experiance.
I will post driving and ownership expericance within few days.
Hope it helps other, I think the price is fine, not great deal and
not too expensive but not sure. (What do you think?)
Info:
Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan Automatic, 4 doors + Air condition + Radio & CD player.
2006 new (10 miles)
I paid total out of the door including ALL taxes fees etc... $14700 (State of Florida)
I gave as trade in a car that really worth nothing (they traded it for $100)
Dealer agreement/invoice reads:
Cash price vehicle: $14300
Trade in : $100
Deale service charge: $499
Battery fee: $6
Sub total: $14705
Sales tax (6%): $882.33
Lemon law warranty: $2
Registration & title: $110
Total amount due: $15699.83
Dealer discount: $1000
Total out of the door price: $14699.83 (This is what I paid out of pocket)
So what do you think, is it fair?
The dealer is Rick Case Hyundai in Weston South Florida. (I75 and Geefin road)
Thanks
Vik
1) I think the $1000 "dealer discount" was actually a rebate, since it was deducted after sales tax. (And there is a $1000 general rebate on the car now.)
2) The overall discount you got from the dealer, roughly $900 (before rebate and not counting the trade-in), isn't too bad for not having done any research. But what is this "dealer service charge" of $499? It looks suspiciously like "pure profit" to me.
I know someone that works at Rick Case (from another forum). Email me through my profile if you have any questions for him. (I think he's in the parts department.)
The Elantra is a good car for the money (actually, it's better than you would expect for the money). Treat it right and you'll be glad you bought it.
Thanks for those who replied to my message regarding the price.
I want to share some info on the car, for potential buyers.
We own the car for one week and are very happy with it.
It drives very smooth and is comfortable.
It also accelerates nice, given her engine size.
The engine is quite and inside noise is less then in average car of this size.
The car is small in American standards but serves us nicely.
The gas consumption was about 25 miles per gallon in mixed highway/city drive.
(I expected it to be more economic and “green”)
Over all we are happy with it and I think it delivers a very good value for the money.
Vik
I've owned an Elantra GLS since 2001 and overall it was a good car. 2 weeks ago I decided to go black-ice skating with it and ended up totalling it (no injuries,,,Yeah!). I currently have the following offer (from a California dealer) and am looking for input:
2006 Elantra GLS 4 Door w/Automatic Transmission:
SALE PRICE = $14,358
TAX = 1,044.22
LIC/REG = 160
DOC FEE = 45
TIRE WASTE = 8.75
REBATE = -1,000
VALUED OWNER COUPON = -500
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TOTAL OTD = $14,115.97
Any thoughts would be most appreciated.
Regards, Tim
Thanks! Tim
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It sounds like a pretty good deal. I bought a 2006 Elantra GLS 4-door with automatic from a Chicagoland dealer in December, and paid $13,798 OTD. However, it did not include the $500 Valued Owner discount as this was my first Hyundai. I didn't pay a "Tire Waste" fee, and I really don't understand this charge, especially on the delivery of a new car. Otherwise, every charge looks reasonable.