Ford Expedition Prices Paid and Buying Experience
shand32783
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2001 EB w/ 2nd row captains,reverse sensors,heated seats,skid plates,moonroof,leveling/side air bags/ a whoping 36,900.. Did I do OK?
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What I did was Email about 15 different dealerships. Tell them you want blah blah blah...What color you want. If they have it in stock and ask what they want for it. Let them know that you know what a fair market price for the vehicle is and that you've done your homework. What works best is if you have all the email addresses do it at once or cc to all dealerships so they know they are going to have to fight for your buisness. I did that and had 8 dealerships email me back the same day. It was actually kinda funny. And when the prices come back. let them know dealer X has it for this price and see if they can beat. Go around and around until you feel like you got a steal of a deal. My MSRP on mine w/ delivery was $44,665.00 and I paid 36,900 I have the actually dealer invoice in hand and that was $37491. I walked away feeling like I got the best deal in the world. I was so happy. And thats how you should be able to walk out of the dealership. All haggling was done through email or over the phone. I didnt have to goto all the dealerships. It was awesome. Let me know what you finnaly get and for how much. Am very interested. 1 other positive you have is the 2003 is coming out soon and they are gonna wanna move the 2002's. Good Luck
Curious, what is the sticker price? $39,700 ? Is that with second row captain's chairs? Moonroof? I'm in the market also, and that sounds like a very attractive deal. I'm on the fence as to whether to hold out for (anticipated) increased rebates on the 2002's or buy now. I like the new features advertised on the '03's, but am hesitant on purchasing a 1st run new model year. TIA
I would expect it to hold close to MSRP until '02's are blown through the pipeline. I'm looking for a $5000 rebate to be offered on the '02's when the 2003's are released. Maybe wishful thinking, but I've got a feeling...
BTW, I really want to see the 2003 and evaluate the independent rear suspension - which IMO results in the best improvement - the split folding 3rd seat and increased leg room back there.
My personal strategy is to wait and see then make a move on a 2002 probably, unless the 2003 is VERY significantly improved over the 2002. Comments ?
thanks in advance
My sister was in a big hurry otherwise I think we could have gotten it for less.
Just e-mail the dealers in the area telling them what you want and how much over invoice they can sell it for.
Thanx in advance for your help.
The dealer tried to "fiddle" with the leasing figures to recover about $1000 extra profit for them but I had downloaded a demo version of the leasewizard software which allowed me to verify the accuracy of all of the numbers.
Love the vehicle and would recommend to anyone.
Dealer Holdback
I payed Invoice for the car plus 233 for advertising( which I negotiated down from 370)
Total sale price was: 34500+ TT&L
I ended up getting better financing by telling the dealer my approved rate was better then it was...of coarse they beat it...LOL. So I shaved .50% off my Credit Union Rate..by going w/ Ford....my Rate 5.50 for 48mos.(Heck I had to get my advertising fee back)
Hope this helps good luck.
Eddie Bauer 2WD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 4A), and I was wondering which price would he pay to buy the car. Invoice or MSRP. How much would that type with all but 3 option features costs? On the calculator it seems too high?? please e-mail me at euroteen2001@yahoo.com..
aux heater, & rear A/C, Keyless entry, Security anti-theft system, 17" wheels plus many more options. Total purchase price was $29707. Thought this was too good a deal to pass up. Does this sound okay.
Frankk
As long as you came close to invoice, (+/- a few hundred) you did fine. Financing can impact the price as dealers make money if they arrange it. Ford isn't offering any special percentage on this model.
This next part is for those who are still thinking about it in the hopes they make the right (Ford) choice. The best aspect is driving & living with your Expie. We researched, test drove, and compared for months and consider the Eddie-B (ours has 5.4L, power 3rd row, side airbags), the best bargain and most capable large SUV on the market today.
Here's what we think in the first 1,000 miles, I'm sure you'll grow to love yours even more: Common sense touches like speed sensitive wipers & adjustable speed increase audio, a huge console and a dash that doesn't feel like a space ship with a port hole. Mirrors that kick-down when backing up and a truly useful 'Dukes of Hazard' reverse warning system. More than adequate power (forget about the 4.6L), and acceptable mileage (17 combo C/H thus far). Solid feel, precise steering, outstanding non-rockin' & rollin' independent rear suspension (solid, refined, and compliant, very forgiving). Big cupholders everywhere, nifty second row sliding center seat perfect for infants/toddlers, good air back there not to mention a third row that wasn't an afterthought/strap-on and disappears in seconds.
Here's why we didn't choose the others:
GM/Chevy: All seem to have a squishy yet unforgiving (pothole=roller coaster) ride versus the Ford independent rear. If you like boating you'll love the GM yachts. If you're prone to sea-sickness take Dramamine before a test drive, really! Star Trek dash/window appeal and stupid seat belt mount locations (you'll see). Funky option packages that make a Chinese family-style dinner menu seem simple. 3rd row...well the kids will like it, until they grow thighs. Despite cosmetic changes they're old school (reciprocating ball steering, c'mon?). Buy the best value SUV, not just 0/0/0 financing.
Toyota Sequoia (a Japanese word meaning we make plenty money?): Good vehicle, boring but dependable, small feeling 3rd row seats that have to be removed like GM but in pieces. Definitely over priced, good overall but a poor value.
Navigator: Awesome but very pricey. Bells, whistles, and the factory that built them. We aren't rich and don't like the second row not having a center seat. If you like the Navi's config buy a minivan.
Cadillac: Separate so I could point out it's everything GM is plus the Navigator touch, cha-ching!
No, I don't work for Ford, never have, never will. I've owned a variety of vehicles in my 25 years of driving (not in a row, I stopped to sleep & pee, LOL), both US (Chevy, Dodge, Ford, Cadillac), and Japanese (Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Isuzu). We are thrilled with ours and feel the Expedition is a spectacular package. It's just what Ford needs to boost it's large SUV share. Note: No animals were harmed in the creation of this vehicle, the cows used for seat leather died of natural causes, your mileage may vary, beefy battery is included.
When x plan first happened I think it was a fair deal, now I think Ford and GM have bumped it up so it becomes kind of a no hassle sale.
I think you can do better than xplan, especially now with F stock down.
It never hurts to ask for A plan pricing and it should not bother you if they tell you no deal.
Plenty of cars and dealers everywhere.
EB 03 offered at 37354 +TTT.
Sounds okay but I am seeking better.
23 Telluride SX-P X-Line, 23 Camry XSE
Christophers1, what EB 03 model/options did you get the $37,354 for? Thanks.
As far as the X-plan, it's really very limited on Fords because most Ford dealerships give huge discounts on their cars already and you can't combined both the x-plan and take the dealers' own discounts. Exmp:
Price of Expedition I'm trying to buy
MSRP: 34075
Rebate: -1500
Dealer discount: -4576
Final Price: 27999.00
X-plan
MSRP: 34075
Rebate: -1500
X-plan discount: -3899.00
Price: 28676.00
The only reason I have not bought the 03 Expedition is because of what they want to give me on my trade. Anyway, I'm going to the dealer tomorrow and try to get more for my trade. Just my .02. BTW, does anybody know if the middle seat on the 2nd row seats can come out. This would make it really easy for my kids to get to the back row without having to fold the side seat up.
Laz