2013 and Earlier - Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

babaran22

Would you please send me your email address? There's a question not germane to this discussion I'd like to ask you and your email address isn't listed in your profile. My address is listed in my profile. TIA.

mortgageguy3s

I purchased my white Mazda 3 S sedan fully loaded minus nav and xenon for invoice from Jenny Rosson at the Mazda Autobarn Countryside, IL. I got a 60 month loan from Earth Mover Credit Union for 4.25% with 10% down. The 10% was from sticker so my invoice pricing counted towards the 10% down. Call and ask for Jenny Rosson if you are in the Chicago Land area if you want a great buying experience with no hassles.

I even purchased a Consumer Reports new car price guide for $14.95 to make sure I was getting invoice and they matched it dollar for dollar with out having to make a big stink about it.

richml

I disagree.
I, and several others (including many on another forum devoted to the Mazda3), had difficulty figuring out how to obtain the $500 rebate. It took quite awhile to find the obscure link (not on the Mazda site) where you request the certificate number from Mazda.
The Gerber site makes no mention whatsoever of the rebate. Thankfully a previous poster stated that you had to become a registered user of the Gerber site (which I did), and then send an E-mail, request the coupon, and wait a little over a week for them to mail the coupon.
Seems like Mazda and Gerber are operating a stealth rebate program, how is anyone supposed to know that it even exists?

Kirstie_H

The best policy, then, is to make sure we get the word out on how to properly obtain the rebate coupon - no further "e-mail me" posts will be accepted - sorry. We sure appreciate those members in this discussion who took the time to alert other members that the rebate even exists!

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dwynne

How about if I just post a link to the scans and those folks that want them can just download them - and then no more flood of "e-mail me" requests?

Gerber Ad Front

Gerber Ad Back

If for some reason this is not acceptable, then just delete this message.

Thanks!
Dennis

audia8q

Let me clarify the gerber rebate rules....this is from mazda.

- one cash back bonus incentive per eligible vehicle.
- can only be applied towards one eligible vehicle.

-receive the offer via the gerber direct mail pgm
-register at the website listed on offer before car purchase
-receive an email back with $500 certificate
-print certificate
-PRESENT BOTH THE ORIGINAL OFFER AND THE $500 CERT TO DEALER AT TIME OF PURCHSE

Proof of Eligibility - customer MUST present $500 cash back bonus certificate containing the customer ID Plus the ORIGINAL gerber mail insert.

offer is transferable within household. Customer must show proof of residing at same address as customer receiving the offer.

smaria

Can this rebate be combined with Mazda's $500 College Grad rebate?

The official rules from Mazda say that the Gerber rebate can be combined with any "public" offer, and I assume the Grad rebate counts as a public offer? Has anyone successfully used both of these rebates together for a total of $1000?

clueless123

Hi All,

I want to buy a cheap Mazda3 i. The dealers wouldn't give me a price break. They asked for $14,927.

Here is a breakdown: The base price is $12,801. Automatic is $731+. A/C is $810+. All weather mats is $48+. Destination fee is $560+. Boston Assessment for advertisement is $250+. When these are added, it becomes $15200. With a 2% holdback ($273-). The total is dropped to $14,927.

The price seems too high for me for a very basic car, especially when there is no power window or remote control stuff.

Could anyone kindly tell me what should be a reasonable price and how I can negotiate the price down a little? I'd really appreciate it your input and experience!

-Clueless

kyfdx

These are invoice prices, not MSRP... they are selling you the car at dealer cost..

If you think the Mazda3 is overpriced, I won't argue with you.... but, I don't think you'll get the Mazda dealer to sell it any cheaper..

richml

Here's the official link to receive the certificate from Mazda:
http://www.MazdaUSA.com/Gerber or
http://www.irv-silverpop.com/mazda/gerber/

After you submit a minimum of information, you'll receive an E-mail from Mazda in about three days containing a unique certificate number.

You'll need to bring the E-mail containing the certificate number, and the approx 5 x 8" coupon from Gerber, with you when you purchase the vehicle from dealer stock. The Gerber coupon can be obtained by registering at Gerber.com, then logging into the site and E-mailing a request for the coupon to them. You'll receive the Gerber coupon in a little over a week through the USPS.

The fine print on the coupon reads that "$500 Cash Back Bonus is a private offer and can only be combined with current public incentives."

Think they're discussing $500 cash back over on the BMW forum?

clueless123

Thanks for your input!

Shall I insist on MSRP price? Is there any place where I can get a Mazda3 i at a lower price?

I also wonder how much other people pay for their Mazda3 i.

-Clueless123

rorr

"Shall I insist on MSRP price?"

Absolutely. It may take a little arm twisting but I'm sure your salesman will come around.
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Just kidding. The above was typed with extreme sarcasm. The MSRP (Manufacturer's Suggested RETAIL Price) is what every dealer on the planet would love for you to insist on.

To clarify - the prices you indicated are the INVOICE prices. From the INVOICE prices you indicated, the dealer was then willing to subtract out the holdback of $273 for a final price of $14,927. To this price you would have to add tax/title/license (otherwise known as "TTL"). Are there any rebates the salesman is applying to get to this price?

To further clarify, the MSRP for this same vehicle, including the $250 advertising fee, would be $16,300. To this price you would also have to add the TTL.

clueless123

Thanks for your valuable input!

The dealer told me $14,927 was the lowest price they could offer me for this vehicle. They only offered a holdback of $273, no other benefit at all. I just wonder if this price is too high or I could get a better deal elsewhere.

Yes, I am aware of my having to pay tax/title/license (otherwise known as "TTL") on top of $14,927.

Clueless

bunk1968

NO buyers remorse.
I was just curious about the price I paid!! I don't think that is a crime on this forum. If you don't like it don't read it and don't respond to it!
Thank you.

shomik

FYI......

A dealer showed me an official(?) email from Mazda that Mazda is officially pulling out the Grad rebate $500 offer from July 4th !! No more grad rebate ever .....

smaria

Oh no! I was hoping to use it at the end of July

z71bill

June/July is the worst time to buy a new car - so close to getting a NEW 2006 model & also so close to getting a really great deal on a close out of "last years" 2005.

You could have waited 45 days and paid the same price for a 2006 - or saved maybe $400 on a 2005.

But since you already have the car - not much anyone can do - so just drive it and be happy!

Maybe next time ask for advise BEFORE you make the decision.

Kirstie_H

Thanks richml & dwynne! The info (and scans) you provided should be a lot of help to members seeking this rebate.

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babaran22

What do you think the chances are Mazda will offer model year end cash back on Mazda3's in July and/or August?

z71bill

Houston - ad on the radio yesterday was offering $5,000 off MSRP on all Mazda3 - claimed 139 in stock - but that is almost always a lie.

I think it was Randal Reed or Jeff Haas - but I can't be 100% sure I was not paying that much attention until I heard $5,000 off. Also $7,000 off MSRP on all Mazda6.

This is the first time I have heard of this deep of a discount - but you never know if the deal is real until you actually see the contract.

I would think that the dealerships will want to start clearing out the 2005's - they don't want to have a lot of the old model in stock when the 2006 comes in.

mazda6s

Yeah, and after they take $5000 off they add on $3000 in fees and overpriced add-ons.
Some of my favorites are $495 for window tint, $995 for "paint protection", and $687 for insurance+storage+preparation.

audia8q

They never tell us in advance....but there was no cash rabate for buying the car when the model year changed from 2004-2005. I can't speak for all regions but in mazda's strongest region (northeast zone) there arent enough mazda 3 to last until the 2006's arrive.....so if they do anything it might be a financing rebate.

I was at a regional mazda meeting on wed and they told us to forget the leasing and AVP rate enhancements.

smaria

Can anyone else confirm that the grad rebate won't be available at the end of July or August?

It's not that I don't trust shomik...it's just that I'm hoping he's mistaken

mazda6s

Keep in mind that it may expire and then they just start a new one.

keycard

My wife and I just tested the Mazda 3s--and she loves it...We won't be able to purchase one till around October..Is that approximately the time when the 2006 start rolling in? Good time to get the left over 2005? Or am I too late already..

How does one find out what incentives the dealers are getting? We can always find the listed invoice price, but when it comes to dealers paybacks etc..is there a good source?

Thanks in advance..
KC
Another question: I'm comparing the i and S model--A fully loaded (I) model is around $1600 less then a (S) model..only big difference is in the engine..any suggestions? She is looking for Power Windows/Doors/Moonroof with the CD/Automatic/Air..etc..

guitaryy

can someone please recomend a new york ,or conneticut dealer that is giveing excellent deals on a mazda 3,,it seems no one wants to take much off the sticker price,,,basically i want an i model with power package and ac in 5 speed,red with black interior,,the msrp with destination is 16,300 and my local dealer only wants to take 400.00 of msrp wich is pretty bad,,please any help or recomendations will be greatly appreciated,,also what would be a good price on the model i want,,,,thanks paul

guitaryy

i was wondering if anyone can recomend a good dealer in the new york ,conneticut area,,basically i am looking for an i model with power package, and ac,5 speed. the msrp is 16,300 with destination and my local dealers only wants to take 400.00 off that wich is pretty bad ,,,i am going out this morning ,,please any help ,,the dealers i am going to today are colonial mazda in conneticut and possibly koeppel in queens new york ,,,thanks paul

guitaryy

npaladin2000

Stay away from Colonial; they suck. A lot I went there...they wouldn't budge off of MSRP at all. I immediately left....especially after they tried to tell me Mazda dealers weren't accepting S-plan on the 3. Crooks, I say.

Drive up to Middletown and hit Middletown Mazda. They'll likely give you the best deal around; pretty good guys there. Not that that's saying much...as it's been said, there really aren't enough 2005 Mazda3 models running around to last until the 2006 models arrive. So the prices will likely go up.

It's been difficult to find Mazda3 up here for a lot less than MSRP anyway. They sell like hotcakes, and have been since they come out. Basically, they're what Honda dealers think the Civic should be, only the Mazda dealers AREN'T hallucinating.

Bottom line: if you can get $600 off MSRP, you might be well advised to take it. And try not to get too picky about the color/options. If you insist on a particular color/option set, it's going to cost more (versus "Well, I didn't really want that color, but if you take a hundred or so off the price I might be willing to deal with it." )

guitaryy

koeppel mazda said they would do 15,400 on the car with destination,but i kind of wanted to get a local dealer to match that , again 3.i .power package,ac ,5 speed;;

guitaryy

autonomous

October..when the 2006 start rolling in? Good time to get the left over 2005?
Yes and yes. Choices of 2005s, however, will be limited so you'll need to be flexible.

incentives Check the Edmunds site for your model.

fully loaded (I) ... $1600 less then a (S) ...only big difference is in the engine
The smaller engine is more fuel efficient and likely will satisfy most commuters. On the other hand, since most vehicles seem to be growing in horsepower, if I were planning to keep the vehicle over 5 years I would be looking for a car that could keep up with the rest of the pack and would opt for the bigger engine. If you want to keep the price down: select the 16" versus 17" wheels as they are less expensive to replace and avoid dealer add-ons such as window tinting, extra warranty, etc.

You're wise to start your hunt now as you'll be well acquainted with how to dance with a dealer in the fall. If you have the time now, it's good to practice with a few partners to learn the moves. Keep us posted and best wishes.

audia8q

As of July 1 the college grad rebate will be changing....

It will no longer be a public incentive....it will be a private, invatation only incentive. Mazda will have a master list and there will be no way of "adding your name" if your not on the list......

So if you have any intention of using the $500 college grad rebate you must take delivery by 6/30/05.

keycard

Thanks for your quick reply--We have already started dancing with the dealers in the last few weekends.

Question: If I was to shop around October for the 2005 models, how many more can one expect to save compare to buying now?

Thanks in advance..

KC

audia8q

if your in the northeast you might save a little but the selection will be terrible. Based on the current sales rate, here in the northeast, we will be out of cars before the 2006's arrive in october.

bunk1968

**I did ask for advice BEFORE I purchased, but didn't really get any reply's.
I was still curious how I did after my purchase.
I love the car so far and that is what really matters.
I understand what you were saying about purchasing in June/July, but a Mazda 3 hatch with a manual trans and with the ABS and moon roof packages has been kind of hard to find in my area. This is especially so if you want a certain color. I live in a suburb of Detroit. Dealers are not over anxious to deal with you when they do not even have the car in stock and when the cars are moving so well.
I ALSO USED THE GERBER REBATE WHICH EXPIRES IN JULY.
I don't know how much of a price break I would get on a 2005 if I would have waited until Sept. or Oct. but I don't think it would be too much. I would not have been able to get the Gerver Rebate and I probably would not have been able to get the exact car I wanted or I would end up purchasing a car that had sat on a lot and had been test driven by every curious teenager in the neighborhood that wanted a stick shift.
All in all I got the car for $17,762 and that is with TTL (out the door). The MSRP on this car is $19355. I don't think I could have done much better than that in Sept. or Oct.
Oh, and don't forget that last year, from what I experienced, there were no great deals on the 2004's when the 2005's came out.
Like you said, it is time to just enjoy the car and THAT I AM DOING!!
Fun car!
Thanks.

bala77

Hi all,
I just bought a brand new 2005 Mazda3s Hatch - Lava Orange Mica I'm not sure if I should get the paint protection (clear film or whatever they call it). The regular price is $1095, but my dealer is offering it for $600 after negotiation. I read about Mazda's inferior paint quality elsewhere in the forums... does anyone have any experience with it? Is this protection really helpful?

Thanks,
Bala
San Jose

smaria

Just a clarification:

The Mazda certificate (obtained by filling out the online form at www.mazdausa.com/gerber) is only transferable within a single household. This means that it is NOT transferable to anyone outside of the original household.

In other words, if one person emails a Mazda certificate to another person, it won't be valid.

Ok, now didn't we all agree to stop posting about this in here?

sandman46

Just got off the phone with the internet manager and he says he can and will find us our car within the next day. We're going in tomorrow at 2 p m to see what he's found. My wife drove what she wanted at a different dealership, I mentioned this to him. Hopefully, he'll have something close to it, or will try to trade for that one. Got my Mazda coupon online about a week ago with the special # on it plus the dealership had sent us a packet with a free 6 month gas coupon plus some other coupons. Do plan to use as many as we can. This dealership is right outside our development, not even 5 minutes away, so I want to give them the 1st shot at getting our business. Nice internet guys to.
Wish us luck, but I do think we'll have a Mazda3 s in the garage on thursday, June 30th!

The Sandman :sick:

(Don't have the Gerber rebate, but I think you can only use 1 of the rebates, either the Mazda or Gerber. Am I correct on this?)

Kirstie_H

Thanks for the reminder, smaria, and those posts have been removed.

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autonomous

Question: If I was to shop around October for the 2005 models, how many more can one expect to save compare to buying now?

audia8q replied: if your in the northeast you might save a little but the selection will be terrible. Based on the current sales rate, here in the northeast, we will be out of cars before the 2006's arrive in october.

You're right about the risk: in the fall the availability of the 2005 may be extremely low. Last year, when did your dealership sell out all your 2004 Mazda3s? Here in Ottawa, sales of the previous year's models seem to continue to the end of the year.

Since the 2005 models will be considered a year old, they should be subject to a year's worth of depreciation. You may want to ask dealers in your area what they are offering to sell last year's (2004) models for comparison; a 15% depreciation is not unusual in the first year. After that first hit, depreciation tends to level off but it's still shocking to see how fast our babies lose their value in the market.

sandman46

Don't know what your problem is. These boards are here to inform but also help others. Think you need to worry more about yourself and quit worrying about what others are doing...sheeesh!
Just got a call from the dealer. We need to go in tomorrow at 2 p m and see what's on his computer. He said he can get us a S model in the Titanium color...it just might not have all the options the wife wants. He said he might be able to dealer trade with the car she drove and loved yesterday. I would rather deal with him, as he's right across the street rather than drive the 15 miles my wife did. Want to do most service at the closer dealership and would like to purchase from them also, as they've been so nice to us over the last month. She thought she wanted the 6, but has now decided on the 3.

The Sandman :sick:

dwynne

Run away, run far far away from any dealer paint of interior or undercoating add ons. Just extra profit for the dealer. Hand wash your car regularly and wax it a couple of times a year and you should be fine - and $600 richer.

Heck, we have a detailer that will come to the office and clean our cars for $25-30 each and do a clean and wax for $60-80. That $600 would pay for a lot of his work with 0 sweat on my part :-)

Dennis

clanolear

In regards to the price savings at end of model year , I was shopping for Mazda 3 in January, 2005.
Price on 2004 Mazda 3 was $1000 less than 2005 model.

Also, just requested the Gerber coupon.
Thanks to for smaria the link.

http://www.irv-silverpop.com/mazda/gerber/

smaria

I just saw this on Mazda's website:

http://www.mazda.com/publicity/release/200506/0628e.html

As of today, Mazda3 production has been increased by 2,000 cars per month. This increase in supply might make it a little easier for us consumers to find exactly what we're looking for

Anyone know if this increase affects the 2005 models? Or are they making the 2006 models now?

jdcinboston

Does anyone have experience with shopping in the boston area? Any helpful information would be greatly appreciated.

dwynne

I posted some better quality scans of the Gerber ad. Quite large, so dial up need not bother :-)

http://www.dwynne.com/mazda/gerber/Gerber_Front.jpg

http://www.dwynne.com/mazda/gerber/Gerber_Back.jpg

You STILL have to go to the Gerber link and request the code number to be sent to you via e-mail. Each person gets a unique code - so don't bother asking for someone to post theirs.

http://www.irv-silverpop.com/mazda/gerber/

Dennis

clanolear

I've found this dealership to be helpful and pretty competitively priced on route 9 in Natick (or Framingham)
Internet group.....can get quote from Edmunds from this dealership.

http://www.wellesleymazda.com/en_US/

bunk1968

If you are talking about the $500 dollar coupon from Mazda that is sent with some kind of certification number via email, I think that has to be used with the Gerber coupon?

redcut

I'm baffled by the S-Plan pricing that you got. I'm looking at the Mazda S-Plan pricing right now on the M3H with manual, ABS, and moonroof packages and the price is $17,999. I believe S-Plan pricing is less than 1% of invoice and yet you got yours for $850 below invoice plus the $500 Gerber rebate making it $1350 below invoice? How exactly did you manage that?