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I had no clue you could order a Mazda. Then again, I doubt I'd have the patience to wait.
Regarding mud flaps, I've never had a car without them but I'm afraid they would ruin the looks of the MZ3 if they were added. Particularly the 5-door with the side sill extensions. I just live with the dirt on mine. As far as the roof rails, I'm almost certain they would be available from an aftermarket supplier.
- I am working separately with a Fleet contact and a dealer to see who can get the car first. Both informed me that you can't technically order a Mazda. Rather, Mazda determines what they will make. Once this is done and a VIN is assigned, a person can claim that VIN. If it is yet to hit production you can alter the VIN slightly with color and options.
- Fortunately, the Fleet Dealer was able to claim a car that is enroute to USA and I expect it in early Feb. It is the 06 M3 Hatch, Grand Touring, M/T, Bose, Moonroof, Sirius Radio, black mica. Price: $19,488 + LTT.
- Any thoughts on price? Any thoughts on the Sirius radio? My wife and I didn't have this as an option we wanted but we would rather get teh car sooner than later.
As far as Sirius, if that's the only vehicle you can find near your specs, I'd live with it. I think it costs about $400, right? If you're in the car a good bit, it'd be a nice option to have. I have friends with XM and they love it. I just couldn't justify adding it on to mine since I drive about 10 minutes each way to work. I wouldn't use it a lot.
FYI - MSRP is $22,010 and Edmund's Invoice is $20,498.
I was quoted from 1 dealer $16300. for a Mazda i3 Touring Edition ('06). This is with the 4-speed Automatic.
Edmunds MSRP: $17450.
Edmunds Invoice: $16345.
Edmunds TMV: $16827.
I need all the help I can get at figuring out the best way to get the best deal, preferably below or at invoice $.
Thx!
Unlike many of you, I have received only one serious e-mail with an "out the door"price from the Mazda dealers in my area. It was more than $600.00 above invoice, and too far away for me to go.
The dealers respond to my e-mails, but never with actual offers. They want me to "come to the dealership", which defeats the purpose of internet buying. Another comment was "I can get it if you put a deposit". It's been very frustrating
I can't even find a velocity red car with the options I want. Yes, I've done the 150 mile search thing.
Can anyone tell me if I can just order the car I want, color options etc, and wait for it? Has anyone here done this? If so, what was our experience? Do they try to charge sticker, or more? What is the length of the wait? Local dealers have very few 3s to choose from around here and never seem to get any shipments. I'm tired of looking at hundreds of 6s on the lot. How often do they get shipments anyway? I'm in Orange county NY.
Thanks for any help, in advance. The Toyota Matrix down the street is starting to look better and better. :-)
Thanks
Heather
Car buying websites such as Edmunds and Cars.com are not able to account for each and every regions advertising cost(assessment) which is why there is a disclaimer link specifically informing consumers about advertising fees.
The assessment is part of the actual invoice for the actual vehicle you're looking at.
Here in the Dallas/Fort Worth area our typical assessment on a Mazda 3 ranges from $280 to $365...depending on trim level and model. This is definately something we find ourselves easily explaining many times a week.
The concern you should truly have is if there are questionable dealer fees or documentation fees on your buyers order. Documentation fees are legit as long as they're not overblown...Texas allows us to charge a state maximum of $50. Keep in mind that other states have their own parameters.
ZOOM ZOOM!!!
Let me know how you make out and what you end up paying. I'm looking to buy a Mazda3 in the summer.
automatic transmission, moonroof and cd changer package
and ABS & Side airbag package for $17,600 + tax and license
Thanks!
Elaine
Here in Dallas/Fort Worth that's a price which is $26 under invoice. If the dealer actually has the car you want and you're in the market to buy now...pull the trigger.
ZOOM ZOOM!!!
Oh, and for what it's worth we are not in competition with each other as the only colors I will not accept are red or black.
Good luck!
Also, keep in mind there is not a large margin in the Japanese entry level compact cars such as the Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, and Honda Civic. Rarely is there any significant manufacturer's support to the dealers as well.
The MSRP, including the destination charge, on a 2006 Mazda 3 S Sedan with no additional cost options is $17,440.
Add $950 if you want the automatic transmission(AT2) on a S Sedan or Hatchback.
Make sure you clarify to any dealer what you're seeking in regards to an S, S Touring, or S Grand Touring. This is an avenue of misunderstanding we deal with every day.
ZOOM ZOOM!!!
Did you have to pay an extra fee because they had to order it?
05 Sedan,Auto,GT,GFX,==$23,500 plus just the taxes, GST and PST
i plan to buy a Mazda3 i touring. One of my friends who bought his mazda last April said that Mazda had discount for recent college graduates. However, the dealer told me that there is no graduates program anymore. I am wondering if this is true.
In its previous form it was able to save an additional $500 if you were graduating from a two or four year school within the next six months. Or if you have graduated from a two or four year school within the past two years. Of course, documents had to be verifiable.
There is no public college grad rebate anymore. Mazda has gone to some sort of direct marketing based on school registrars and specific criteria.
I'm unaware of what the exact parameters are.
ZOOM ZOOM
I still think the problem is, I don't want the moonroof package. Seems impossible to get a hatchback without one (and a manual).
I was promised a call today. At this point, I may bite the bullet and get an automatic.
Oh, and you've probably seen that there is a Velocity Red hatchback at a dealer on Staten Island. I'm guessing it doesn't have the options you want.
Happy hunting.
Mazda3s
base: 16305 tmv 16349
AT2 5 speed: 855 tmv 900
2 AB SAB/SAC package: 340 tmv 227
Dest fee: 869 tmv 560
Could be valid reasons - like they lost their job - but I also worry about all the reasons that are bad.
Like major mechanical issues - or a wreck -
In my experience the difference in purchase price was never that large - so I just got the new one.
On one car - a Toyota - when I opened the glove box I found a warranty form that was filled out with the owners name & address - so I looked up the phone number and gave them a call. The guy was surprised to get a call - but said he returned it (after a fight with the dealership). The car had less than 500 miles and had to have its tranny replaced. The sales person told me the car was a executive demo -
What exactly could this be for? I bought the car back in late december with a rate of ~6.7%...All I can think of is a change in the finance rate or signing the title?? If this is a change in the finance rate (i'm sure it would be for the worse!), what happens if it's a totally crappy rate and I don't sign? Can I just give the car back and walk away? I traded in a car as well, so how would that work. Is the finance rate still negotiable?...Any ideas or comments?
How does this compare with others?
Is there a statement in the contract that says something like - the deal is not final until financing is approved - and that could take up to 6 weeks?
I have read this kind of statement many times - I always make them change it - once I drive off the deal MUST be done - final. If they say - its Saturday - take the car - we will have the finance company finalize it next week - say NO thanks - I will wait.
My neighbor bought a Rav-4 - got called back three weeks later - his trade in was gone - already sold - they said his credit came up short - they needed a higher rate - it was ONLY about $50 per month (rate went from 8% to 13.5 / 60 months) - he ask me what I would do - I told him to go get a loan at his credit union.
Anyone wonder why car dealerships have such a bad rep - this is why.
BTW - the car dealerships have a name for taking your trade in - selling it and then making you sign a higher rate loan.
They call it DE- saddling (not sure of the spelling) but you get the idea.
The only good thing about this kind of life experience is its is a lesson that you will never forget - unlike the things you learn in school that are easy to forget - the things learned in the school of hard knocks last a life time.
Funny part is this: I'm at the dealership waiting room getting the first "flush out" oil change, and my wife calls my cell and says a lady from Mazda called. I call her back and she's sitting about 20 feet away, 2 office over. She walked over and I signed the paper. She just happened to call in the half hour I was sitting there? Weird...
I was reading on carbuyingtips.com that it isn't a good idea to have your dealer get the car for you from another dealer. They suggest you go buy the car yourself, at the dealer that has it. So you are better off ordering it.
I think you are probably right about the moon roof package, but I would have said, it seems that most automatics don't have the moonroof, at least around here.
I didn't see the Staten Island car, but it's too inconvenient for me anyway. I'm up in The Danbury CT/Orange county NY area, and hoping to get the car at one of the dealers in the area. I hope they get some new cars in. There hasn't been anything new in their inventories since October.
Good luck in your search!
I'm not far from the area your looking and am aware of the inventories in the region...they have had lots of cars delivered since October. Usually twice a month or so. They are just turning the inventory faster than your looking. Almost every shipment of MZ3 we get has a portion of them already sold and they never hit the lot.
Thanks for any help. Did you get your car? teach4