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*. if I buy a car from dealer A, can I let dealer B do maintainences or repairs without charge? Assume the repairs are within warranty. I am asking this because I wonder if I can buy a car from a dealer far-away, while let closeby dealer do the maintainence.
*. for Hyundai's warranties listed on their website (link below), except the protection plan, do the others all apply to Sonata'06 or 07?
http://www.hyundaiusa.com/global/warranty/warranty.aspx
*. I notice someone here got the education rebate as a new graduate. I am also a new graduate, where I can find the information to decide whether or not I qualify?
*. 2007 Sonata GLS is around $1000 cheaper than its 2006 model on MSRP (around $800 on invoice). That sounds a bit strange to me: who will still buy a 2006 model?
Any hints are appreciated!
The base '06 GLS is better equipped than the base '07 GLS. To compare apples to apples, you need to price the '07 GLS with the "Option Group 02", which is $500 MSRP. (note also that option group 02 includes Driver Side Power Seats while the base '06 does not)
'07 GLS with Option Group 02
MSRP: $19,395
Invoice: $18,158
TMV: $19,000
No Current Rebate on the 4cyl model
'06 GLS Base
MSRP: $19,995
Invoice: $18,496
TMV: $18,783
After Rebate TMV: $17,283
Additionaly, you can get an even better deal on the '06's b/c of the dealer incentive. eg, I got mine for $15,800.
I'm awaiting a certain color GLS '07...the local dealer said he believed that there would be a rebate, but knew not had much.
Another poster here indicated that it was $1,000.
We'll see.
The Base stereo was more than enough for us....
Enjoying the car, the Deepwater blue color is just gorgeous on this vehicle....
* You can have your Sonata serviced anywhere you choose--you can even do the maintenance yourself. Just be sure to keep a log of all maintenance, and keep receipts of parts you purchase. Also be sure any parts and fluids comply with Hyundai's specs.
* The warranty info on Hyundai's web site should apply to the Sonata, except where it talks about old provisions. But you can always ask the dealer to show you the warranty book for the Sonata if you want to be sure.
* Your dealer should be able to tell you if you qualify for the education rebate.
* Comparably equipped, there is little difference in price between the 2006 GLS I4 and 2007 GLS. What Hyundai did is make some features that were standard on the 2006 GLS optional on the 2007 models. So the base 2007 GLS is more like the 2006 GL. For example, fog lamps, floor mats, faux wood grain or carbon fiber trim, trip computer, alloys, and a few other things are now extra-cost options. The good news is that getting a power driver's seat is much cheaper to do on the 2007 GLS, as it is part of a $500 options package.
- Yes I'm sure I can import a car from the US. If it was built in the US or Mexico there's no duty to pay (normaly a 6.1% fee is applicable).
- Any of the previously mentionned states will do since I won't pay the taxes because the vehicule is sent directly to Canada and I'll pay the canadian taxes.
- The Hyundai warranty is good anywhere in North America.
- For your reference to the "canadian peso", I won't comment... the current exchange rate is $1US = $1,115CAN
The net difference between the GLS V6 here and in Canada is about $7'000
I still need help if someone can answer the questions from my previous post.
Eric
Importing Car into Canada from US
http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.ef18c13/0
http://www.tc.gc.ca/pacific/faq/road/importation.htm
Yes, this feature isn't quite DRL but it does the same thing. Plus, I don't have to remember to turn on the headlights when it is raining.
Plus between me and you, that does put a strain on the Battery. Same with starting the Car with the A/C on.
And there's another thing about importing the U.S. Sonata to Canada. The Warranty is only 5 years up there. And U.S. Hyundai Dealers are wise to this, especially in the States the original poster named
MSRP $20,895, Invoice 19,231, Negotiated Sale Price of 17,300 resulting in $16,672 OTD. (17300 + 600 dest + 20 Title + 174 4yr reg + 1074 NJ 6% Tax - 2500 rebates = 16672)
What do you think? Any suggestions on dealers?
Probably can assume the rebate is comprehended in the 30% off advertising. Don't know for sure, though.
Have you had the car checked thoroughly by a mechanic? It will cost a few bucks but they can spot problems you may have missed. Since the car has had only one owner, have you seen the service records to make sure it's been serviced regularly (including the 90k service which is a fairly big one)?
Having said that, a friend bought an 02 with ~70,000 on it, and racked up ~145,000 before he sold it. He said it was one of the smartest buys he ever made. Problem is, I have no idea what he paid for it.
I guess it was only ~2-3 years old when he bought it, so I'm sure it was in the $8-$10K range.
1. Installing daylight running lights cost next to nothing.
2. Canadian warranty is BETTER than US's.
Canada : 5 years 100 000 motor group
5 years 100 000 Bumper to bumper
USA : 10 years 100 000 motor group
5 year 60 000 Bumper to bumper
Actually, Edmunds provides three different "TMV" prices: trade-in, private party sale, and dealer (retail) sale.
When i asked them why they started off the price at 24495, they were talking about some market price or some crap... and i knew they were lying cause of all the deals i saw people in this forum were getting and no one's dealer started the price at $3000 above the msrp tag.
Id rather have the dealer start with the proper starting price and then start taking into account the official rebates and dealer incentives than this 30% off nonsense.
A good deal on a 6 cylinder GLS Sonata is around $16,600 plus TTL (I got one for less than 16k).
A good deal on a LX with the base LX package is around $18,000 plus TTL.
Don't let Stealerships BS you. What I listed are good deals.
If you get prices close to those, you will have gotten a good deal.
If not, you will have not.
You have to be resolute when negotiating a new car purchase. Be prepared to walk away at anytime. That's the only way you can win the game.
(P.S. Yes, Freeman Hyundai in Irvine is good. So is Randall Noe Hyundai).
I want to lease a 2006 Sonata. The salesman can give me 2500CAD discount on the MSRP $24,695. And he seems to use leasing rate 4.01%. Could you please tell me if this is a good deal? I told him the rate is too high, but he insisted that the rate cannot be changed by Dealer. The leasing is 5 years, 20000KM/year. And he said that I should buy an insurance from either Dealer or Hyundai which is to secure when I return the car five years later and it has some damage such as surface, painting etc. People who lease cars usually purchase this or not?
A lot of question...sorry, this is the first time I buy a new car.
Thanks!
Yeaglew
Check how the salesman came up with the $24,695 figure. Seems he just may be a little untruthful.
If you can't get a completely loaded GLS V6 for less than 17.5, you're getting hosed.
If you can't get a completely loaded GLS V6 for less than 17.5, you're getting hosed.
----Are you talking about Out-The-Door which includes tax, title, and all fees? If it is, you're pretty lucky to get a price that low from wherever you live. The lowest out the door price I got so far is somewhere below $18,000 on the 06 Sonata GLS with NO options.
I believe the exchange rate is 1 USD = 1.07 CAN
I expect to save a total of $7000-$7500CAD . If everything goes as expected, I'll offer an AutoImport service in Quebec in the following weeks...
Current exchange rate : 1USD = 1.10CAN
A few years ago it was the other way around. Americans were buying Canadian cars like crazy 'cause of the poor CAN exchange rate at the time.
(sorry for my English! It isn't my primary language and I don't have much opportunity to practice up here!)
Eric
You won't find any factory-to-dealer incentives published anywhere where they are easy for buyers to find. The dealers don't want you to know about them.
That's a great price. One of the lowest I've heard so far! Better jump on it right away!
The "no options" part is pretty misleading isn't it? In reality, it's a deluxe package, very good quality, no major drawbacks at all, and at a remarkable price.