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As for shipping the car, the vehicle was insured by the trucking company for the trip.
If I had picked the car up, I would have had the same 30 day tab and I would have paid AZ sales tax as well. However, when I went to register the car in WA, I would have been credited by WA for the amount of sales tax I would have paid in AZ - so you don't get double dinged.
Likewise, the temporary tab keeps you from getting double dinged on license fees in two states.
Hope this helps.
My Texas dealer was quite happy to take my personal check for the car which surprised me until I closed the deal and was told they would have to wait for the check to clear before they'd ship me the MSO. If you're paying cash for the car, you might check into this - you might want to do a cashiers check or something. In any event, my MSO arrived 10 days later with no problem.
Personally, I'd advise you to travel to the selling dealer and drive it home rather than having it shipped. While shipping works out fine for majority of people, there is always the risk that the car will arrive damaged, either due to problems at the dealer or problems in transit. When the car shows up dinged, has 300 miles on it that you weren't told about, and is missing the spare tire and one of the remote keys, you have a big hassle on your hands.
Further, I'd be surprised if the difference in cost between the best deal in your local area and the best long-distance deal including shipping would be worth the risk and hassle of just buying locally. Of course, it all depends on the details and the Seattle dealers do manage to hold pretty firm on price.
If you go get the car, you can go through your normal inspection process before money changes hands and always back out if you get uncomfortable. You keep control of the deal. And you get a wonderful trip home in your new car - these cars are made to be driven, so why not do the full immersion thing and really get to know your car over a few days during a meandering drive home? When I did this a few weeks ago, I had an absolute blast - the most fun road trip of my life.
Good luck, whatever you decide to do.
- Mark
Thanks!
cheers.
Excellent purchase experience at Tysons, made the deal on the phone and drove down and got the car within 3 hours.
Paid $500 over invoice for silver pilot 04 ex-l with navi ($30,550). Added some options for $1500 (chrome side steps, day/night mirror, enviro package covering exterior and interior for 5 years for 499, mud flaps, weather proof mats).
very good deal, easy dealing after getting internet quote.
since it was year end, for 5 yr 100K powertrain warranty, 5 year comprehensive roadside assistance, etc thrown into the the above mentioned price.
finally...great car...awesome drive...no hassles at all...navi is awesome too.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
Is this true? Any specific dealers (or deals) that people can recommend? I'm prepared to go down to Fresno, for instance, if I can get a good deal that way.
Any advice? Many thanks.
Thanks in advance to all that have an opportunity to respond.
A while ago, some folks mentioned Selma Honda (near Fresno) as a place that they were able to get good deals. Let us know what you find out.
I hope this is helpful. Good luck!
I just bought an EXL Midnight Blue for 29,360 at Fowler Honda in OKC.
I signed up with their RBF (Residual Based) Financing and wanted to know if anybody could tell me if they had done that as well, or its pros and cons if they know. Don't know if I made the right choice.
Thanks
If all goes as agreed with the dealer, tomorrow I will close on a Silver Pilot EXL for $28,900.00. This includes the $490 delivery fee. No dealer-installed accessories, no hidden fees. The only other costs will be sales tax, inventory tax, and the title/reg.
I'm gonna drive off the lot having paid a total of 30952.24.
Wish me luck!
Could you tell me how much exactly you got off of MSRP. My friend is looking to buy in Norcal and not having much luck.
Thanks!
MSRP (+dest): $31,360
Sacramento: $31,060
Bay Area: $30,160
Fresno: $30,260
So going to the Bay Area w\carsdirect knocks off $1200 from MSRP. This seems good for Bay Area. Am I missing something here? How are peoples experiences with carsdirect?
Just a little weary of buying something like this through the "internet".
thanks
I think you mean wary! Weariness won't happen until you've actually tried it. ;-)
tidester, host
First, I would like to thank Edmunds.com for making this possible. Second, I would like to thank the buyer from Edmunds who suggested going to Greensburg, PA (the buyer purchased it on December 8). Third, I would like to thank the dealer in Greensburg, PA. (Honda Village).
I would strongly recommeded driving to PA to purchase a vehicle. I initially looked at Fairfax and Manassas Honda Dealers. What a bunch of liars and harassers. They stated that the invoice was $2,000 above the actual invoice. They wanted to charge me $500.00 processing fee (instead of the $99 from PA. Their starting negotiating price was actually $2,000 above the MSRP.
Buying the car through the internet via Edmunds was painless and even enjoyable. I had another offer for the same vehicle for $200 less from a Honda dealer in Dunbar, PA, but I had already put $2,000 down via credit card at Honda Village. My advice is even if a dealer says no, they might sometimes call back and lower the price. But I had limited time. Plus, after the horrendous experience of negotiating in Fairfax, I was extremely happy with the price at Honda Village.
I hope anyone in the D.C. area who is interested in buying a Pilot to consider driving to PA. By the way, Greensburg, PA is outside Pittsburgh. Driving time from Fairfax, VA to Greensburg, PA was 4 hours. The dealer had stated they were willing to drive the car to Fairfax, VA without any extra charge. But, I had relatives near the area.
Good luck to all potential Pilot buyers in the D.C. area.
I did not pay tax because I purchased it in PA and live in Fairfax, VA.
I regret being the bearer of bad news but I believe that when you register your vehicle in Virginia they will hit you with a "personal property tax" which will amount to the sales tax you would have paid had you purchased your Pilot in Virginia.
tidester, host
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
tidester, host
In any case, I have the gooyears and they suck, so I wouldn't sweat NOT getting them in the least.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
now, how do I keep my wife out of the thing?
We loved the Pilot though and we plan on purchasing one in the future, we are just going to be a lot smarter about it the second time around.
medicmurf, that is a good deal, would you mind emailing details at seriesrover@yahoo.com
thanks.
-peter
Will get it for 30,360. seems ok. Anyone Know where I can do better (in NH or Mass unfortunately).
Many thanks.
Steve, Host
Thanks for any help.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
My understanding of the California DMV code is that the dealer cannot offer to sell a vehicle unless it is in his lot or can source it from the manufacturer/distributor at the time of order. Isn't it the dealer's risk and responsibility to confirm any installed options before executing a sales contract and taking a deposit?
It doesn't seem right that a buyer cannot change his mind if he finds a better price once he signs a contract but a dealer can walk away from it if he becomes unhappy with the deal.