Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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  • oatlordoatlord Member Posts: 2
    Sorry to off-topic this, but I was curious if you guys thought $8400 OTD is a good price for an '02 Elantra GLS with full power, CD, power sunroof, and spoiler and 40k miles. Clean title with only one owner. If not, what's a ballpark I should be working towards? Thanks
  • doohickiedoohickie Member Posts: 949
    Edmunds has a site that give such appraisals. I plugged in your information and made a few assumptions for things you didn't say (like auto transmission), and came up with $6400 for a private party sale, $8300 for a dealer sale and $8800 as a Certified Used Vehicle. If you're buying from the owner, that's way too high; if from a dealer, it's in the ballpark.

    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.
  • oatlordoatlord Member Posts: 2
    Does that tool calculate TTL or is that the Out-the-door price? I did a search with the features the car has, and it came up with $8174. If that's before TTL, then I'm doing ok on the price, I suppose. I apologize if it's blatently obvious on the site there as to whether it's OTD or pre-TTL. I looked around on it, but I couldn't find any info...
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    Edmunds' TMV is before TT&L, since those are so variable. For new cars, they don't include "optional" rebates also, like loyalty rebates and financing rebates. But they have a TCO calculator (for new cars only?) that includes estimates on costs like tax and license, and lots more, over five years of ownership.
  • averigejoeaverigejoe Member Posts: 559
    Everyone qualifies for the $1000 manufacturer's rebate and the $4806 dealership discount.
    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.
  • dalebaltdalebalt Member Posts: 2
    Hi All!

    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
  • smith20smith20 Member Posts: 256
    Welcome Dale. :) I think probably a decent price on a 2006 would be invoice price minus rebates . . . only the rebates aren't very good on the Elantra right now. Only $500. Part of the reason, I think, is due to the spike in demand for smaller cars following the busy hurricane seaon and the resulting spike in gas prices. My personal opinion is that the rebates are going to slowly rise into next spring since gas prices have receded back to pre-hurricane levels and thus demand will probably get closer to what it was in the first half of 2005.

    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.
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    Since the '05 is the same car as the '06 (unless you want the Limited trim level), you can try to find a dealer with some '05s to unload and then I think the guideline about "invoice less rebates" is out the window as we approach Dec. 31. Also, the rebates are bigger on the '05s.
  • miamixtmiamixt Member Posts: 600
    Everyone qualifies for the $1000 manufacturer's rebate and the $4806 dealership discount.
    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?. :D
  • stern5stern5 Member Posts: 5
    Dale,

    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?
  • dalebaltdalebalt Member Posts: 2
    Thanks everyone for their input! Stern5, on your question of out-of-state buying. I bought a maxima a couple years back in NY while I was living in MD. I bought from a dealer. He gave me a dealer plate for a week, and I was able to drive the car back home, register it in MD, pay the taxes in MD (I didn't pay any taxes in NY), and then mail the dealer plate back. I was actually quite painless.

    Thanks again! I'll write back when I get my quotes!

    Dale
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    Today HMA raised the rebates on the Elantra yet again--now $1000 on the '06, plus a $500 loyalty rebate. Or $1500 plus $500 loyalty on the '05s. That's more like it! This is a relatively new phenomenon for Hyundai. 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?
  • zoomzoomitiszoomzoomitis Member Posts: 45
    Don't leave out Fairfax Hyundai/Alexandria Hyundai (same owner) across the river (Potomac). Might be a bit of a drive from B-more but if business can be conducted over the net, might be worth the drive. These folks were one of the original Hyundai dealers on the East Coast and year in, year out they produce numbers (sales). That is why their inventory seems to be greater than the other lots. Corporate probably allows 'em more stock since higher consistent sales (my guess). I bought mine back on 9/30...end of the week, end of the month, end of the quarter...prior to the rebate demise in October. The clincher for me was the decent trade I got on my '00 Mazda Zoomer Protege' with 170k some odd miles. Fitzgerald's website is a great place to go to get relative pricing. They don't do much on the trade-in side. If it's a cash deal, definitely check out Fitz Mall. Pricing very competitive.

    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.
  • smith20smith20 Member Posts: 256
    Today HMA raised the rebates on the Elantra yet again

    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.
  • ehssameehssame Member Posts: 5
    I am also considering an Elantra and got some quotes from the dealers in MD,VA area.
    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...
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    Which rebates do you qualify for? If it's just the $500 standard rebate, then you are getting a really good deal because the invoice on that car is $14,001. If you qualify for the Hyundai loyalty rebate ($500) it's still a pretty nice deal, right at invoice. If you also qualify for the military rebate ($500) or college grad rebate ($400) then it's not so great.
  • averigejoeaverigejoe Member Posts: 559
    "...with only factory pre installed options (no add ons)..."

    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?
  • ehssameehssame Member Posts: 5
    I just qualify for the standard rebate which I guess is $1000 now on 2006 Elantra. I was "told" by the dealer that the invoice on that car is $14,500.
  • ehssameehssame Member Posts: 5
    I meant just standard equipment with NO other optional equipment.

    The MSRP marked on the sticker was around $15,300.
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    Oh, right, the general rebate was increased recently to $1000. The dealer's invoice price may include an "advertising" fee. Anyway, you could print off the invoice price page from Edmunds.com, showing $14,001, and ask the dealer to see their invoice if they disagree with Edmunds' figure--which it appears they do.

    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!
  • jrw2azjrw2az Member Posts: 2
    Your comments, please - I just purchased a pre-owned '05 Elantra GT sedan (manual transmission) with 8400 miles on it, fully loaded (including moonroof, ABS and traction control). Price paid was $9995, after tax, title, license and other fees, I paid $11,041 out the door. Closest I could find new (w/o sunroof, ABS and TCS) was $14,000. Carfax came back perfect - no problems with the car. It seems to me like I got a great deal, especially when the car stickered at $16,500 (the original sticker was still in the glovebox). Color was electric red. Comments, anyone?

    Thanks,

    James
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    Well, it's a little late to ask for opinions now ;) but FWIW I think you got a good deal. That is a lot of car for $10,000 + T&L.
  • jrw2azjrw2az Member Posts: 2
    Thanks, Backy. I forgot to add, the previous owner put custom 17" rims on the car with P215/45ZR17 low-profile tires (Z-rated tires on an Elantra! Not that I'm complaining . . .)
  • w9cww9cw Member Posts: 888
    I purchased a 2006 Elantra GLS Automatic sedan today as a Christmas gift for my wife. I've always wanted to tie a ribbon on a car and present it to someone as a gift, and that day has come, even if it wasn't a Sonata. Hopefully, the Elantra will meet her city commuting needs.

    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.
  • doohickiedoohickie Member Posts: 949
    Well, it's less than I paid for my 05 three months ago... similar options. I got a hatch, though. Welcome to the Elantra family!
  • jkobbjkobb Member Posts: 51
    Sounds like a decent deal to me . 8400 miles is nothing, you got a new car for 10 grand . I bought an 05 gls and have around 8700 miles on it now. They are nice cars . :)
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    It's hard to tell what kind of deal you got, since you don't say what the price was before TT&L, but the important thing is that you are happy with the deal and your wife has a new car on the driveway for Christmas. I'm sure she will love the Elantra GLS automatic for commuting.

    Was the ribbon one of those "human ribbons" ala the Kia (?) commercial? :D
  • miamixtmiamixt Member Posts: 600
    Pretty sure he listed the Price in his Post, and then what he paid out the Door. What more do we need?. I'd say he got a good price, but that American Sonata sounds better than anything we have here?
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    He did list some prices but I couldn't get them to work out, based on the tax info etc. that he provided, that's why I asked. There was only a few dollars difference between the first price and the out the door price. Maybe there was a typo?
  • w9cww9cw Member Posts: 888
    backy wrote: "He did list some prices but I couldn't get them to work out, based on the tax info etc. that he provided, that's why I asked. There was only a few dollars difference between the first price and the out the door price. Maybe there was a typo?"

    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
    ---------------
    $13,728.39, Sub-Total
    $926.67, Sales Tax (6.75%)
    $143.00, License and Title
    ---------------
    $14,798.06, Total
    (-$1,000), Less Current Rebate
    ---------------
    $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.
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    Thanks for making everything clear! You did get an excellent deal on the car--it's considerably under invoice before the rebate. Hope your wife enjoys her new Elantra!
  • w9cww9cw Member Posts: 888
    miamixt wrote: "I'd say he got a good price, but that American Sonata sounds better than anything we have here?"

    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.
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    Keep in mind too that the Elantra you just bought was designed in the late '90s, and the basic engine design dates from the '90s with improvements along the way (like the CVVT heads added in 2003). A whole new generation of engines is being rolled out now, and the Elantra will be all-new next year. I expect those new engines in the new Elantra will be a big leap from the current car, just like the new Sonata was a big step up from the previous generation.
  • w9cww9cw Member Posts: 888
    Yes, I'm fully aware of this, but decided to go ahead and purchase the existing Elantra design. It's an excellent value for the money. Realistically, I think with each new generation of Hyundai models, we will see a price "bump" which is normal in marketing. Most likely, Hyundai will suffer from "price creep" as with the Japanese marques. Not to say Hyundai will move up market (doubtful), but with each new generational launch, I think we will see increasing price points.

    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.
  • smith20smith20 Member Posts: 256
    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! :)
  • miamixtmiamixt Member Posts: 600
    According to the new 2006 consolidation rules that just took effect, if we don't get some brand new Elantra Owners , or at least someone considering an Elantra, our board is in danger of being closed because of a lack of interest. On a related note, that American Hyundai Sonata sure looks like a winner :)
  • lightfootfllightfootfl Member Posts: 442
    Not a new owner, but one that is looking. I appreciate all of the comments, etc.. I am trying to decide between the "hatchback" Elantra, and the Sonata sedan. I know they are entirely different, but that's where I am anyway. I certainly hope nothing (forums) gets closed down. I am sure there is interest but some of us are overwhelmed with all the info. :)
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    I just saw on the Sonata pricing discussion that someone got a quote of about $14.5k for a Sonata GLS 4-cylinder with all rebates, before TT&L. That is with all the safety features including side curtains and ESC, alloy wheels, 162 hp engine (which gets better EPA fuel economy than the Elantra), 6-speaker MP3 audio, tons of people room, etc. No hatch, but with that big trunk and fold-down rear seat you could hold a lot of stuff. For that kind of price, I would personally go for the Sonata vs. the Elantra 5-door. But there are a few plusses for the Elantra, including the hatch of course, a more adjustable driver's seat, more sporty, and a few little things like folding mirrors that I would really miss.
  • lightfootfllightfootfl Member Posts: 442
    Thanks, will take a good look that way. :)
  • iowaelantraiowaelantra Member Posts: 58
    Hi all,

    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.
  • doohickiedoohickie Member Posts: 949
    I can't say I was treated quite as well by my dealer, but I think I got a pretty good price considering it was the low-point on the rebates (Oct 05). I got a GLS hatch with AT for under $14k; with TTL was just under $15k. I didn't get the warranty but I figured I'm covered for 60 months/60,000 miles which is almost as much as the extended warranty on my old 95 Escort (I paid almost a grand to extend the 3/36 warranty to 75k miles.)

    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.
  • zvikzvik Member Posts: 3
    Hi all,

    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
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    A couple of comments:

    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.
  • doohickiedoohickie Member Posts: 949
    Not a bad price. I paid roughly the same for my 05 GLS hatch in October last year. I paid a little less but didn't get the CD player. You could have done a little better (maybe a couple hundred), but you did okay.

    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.
  • zvikzvik Member Posts: 3
    Hi,
    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
  • mrpriapismmrpriapism Member Posts: 7
    Hi all,

    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
    ----------------------------
    TOTAL OTD = $14,115.97

    Any thoughts would be most appreciated.

    Regards, Tim
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    It looks like the deal is just a little over invoice, which is pretty good. Maybe you ask them to "throw in" a set of mats. :)
  • mrpriapismmrpriapism Member Posts: 7
    Hi, I noted in the post: "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 was wondering if anyone can tell me what the law is in California regarding this.

    Thanks! Tim
  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 267,627
    That is pretty much the case everywhere... with very few exceptions... The car is taxed prior to subtracting the rebate...

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  • w9cww9cw Member Posts: 888
    Tim,

    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.
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