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Signed and $$ down for 2011 FWD Sienna XLE to include floor mats and mud guards. Also to be from factory (brand brand new). 33400 OTD (6.75%sales tax)
Feel it was a pretty fair price that we worked for ... maybe could have gotten another 100 or so off ... maybe. A few other dealers basically said they were calling our bluff when we told them what we had for an offer. I am happy to report it really was a legitimate price. Had a couple dealers say they would match it but that's it.
Thank you everyone ... now just waiting for delivery!
I think I won with negotiations and paid fair price.
2011 Sienna XLE FWD (Silver Metalic) $$35250 OTD (7.75% Sales tax around $2600) includes EY-Entertainment package + Z1- Preferred accessory package.
I read negative reviews about entertainment pkg saying not worth of price but I feel it is worthy!!! nice screen with pair of wireless headsets and two additional headset jacks at third row seat.
I'm very happy with purchase and started loving it.
one thing I feel missing is driver seat memory which I was thought standard on XLE
but later figured out it was not.It is standard on Limited edition.
Just so everyone know, it comes with two year free maintenance certificate ( Oil change + tire rotation)
Thank again every one for sharing your buying experience...keep posting
Also - how much does a set of tiers cost for AWD (given that they are run-flat?
Let me know, thanks!
Region is Chicago. This seems to be an ok price. My 2004 Sienna XLE is just about dead.
I was thinking about buying the AWD XLE with the goodies (nav/ent), but they took too many shortcuts.
Thoughts about the LTD price?
My point is ... if anyone else is interested- you can get the XLE (without add. pkg's) and purchase these chrome accents from Toyota parts department (FYI there is about 40% mark up from their cost just in case you feel like bargaining with them on this as well)
But Im having a tough time with trying to get one with the factory installed DVD.
Seems like the XLE is the only one available with this option. WHY TOYOTA?
Why do I need to spend an extra $5k on other options I dont want?
Does anyone know if they're going to give you the DVD option on the SE model that's suppose to come out soon?
Toyota seems to think everyone has deep pockets and $5K for extras is no biggie. I really don't like the way Toyota bundled its options. YMMV.
I got a 12" screen for $900 installed.
A stock sized screen was just $600 installed.
OE prices are grossly inflated.
Did your XLE ever arrive with the Blizzard Pearl? My wife likes the Blizzard Pearl too but we didn't want all the extraneous options of the Limited and the loss of the 8th seat. While small, it is extremely useful for the times we need to transport 8 people.
If you were successful special ordering the paint, we might try the same. Otherwise, we'll probably pick a XLE off the dealer's lot. .
Thanks.
Thanks.
Also - it has 10 hr battery and I am thinking that I might be able to stream the audio through bluetooth to the car stereo.
Just a thought guys - having said the above, I think my wifey has had enough of my ideas and may not agree and force me to go with the built-in entertainment system.
In two ways:
1. use a basic computer speaker wire to connect the output of the DVD to the aux in on the stereo, and that works perfectly
2. an FM frequency, which works well, but on long trips if a station appears you have to change the frequency every few hours or so.
Bluetooth arrived for model year 2008 and I have an 07.
Where have you seen this?
Any dealers who provide quotes (not msrp - I can look that up myself) over the phone in New Jersey?
We're 33, and 34 with clean records, and great credit scores. I called Geico and asked if that was right and they said that because the car is'nt rated yet (I guess by the NHTA), that's why the rate is still so high. I asked how long does that usually take? AND they said they still had cars that were out for over a year that have'nt been rated. Guess Im going with the Odyssey since it wont cost me an extra $50 a month.
What are the dealer accessories worth getting? Please let me know what you guys thing.
I am thinking I can get a cargo net for a cheaper price than 50 $
Floor mats - worth getting for 200 $ ?
Warranty - basic research here tells me that I should get it from online - but our Toyota dealer is offering the 7 yr 100,000 for 1800 $. Is this warranty worth it? I honestly don't mind paying a little (please read - only a little) more as long as we deal with this dealer as they have gone out of their way to help us pick up the van.
I saw a picture in the brochure regarding the cargo box/organizer. Have not seen one in person but is there a aftermarket available?
Now for the most imp part - the deal - well so far we are dealing with a family friend who has given us 42,100 OTD for XLE AWD w/ PM package and 36,100 OTD for XLE AWD in NE region.
We were told that these are the rock bottom prices the dealer can afford to sell at and I sincerely believe him as he is very good friend of the family he has always helped us make the purchase when we needed to buy a car.
We just purchased 11 XLE (loaded with both Nav and RES) on Saturday. We also had the roof rails and Carpet Mats added. The MSRP was $39,700. We paid $35,900 plus TT (which here in Ohio is 6.5%)
We don't yet have the availability of AWD in the midwest region of Ohio. Should be a few more weeks I was told.
I hope this helps. FYI-- I purchased the extended warranty as well. I haggled with them though and got 7 year (75,000) mile B to B for $1,400.00
In my opinion the floor mats w/ sill protectors are essential. Especially if you have little kids.
Tips for getting a good no hassle price:
1. Do your homework to find out what exactly you want online, then go for a test drive to confirm that is what you want. IMPORTANT: absolutely no negotiation no matter what the dealer is offering you. Simply sticking to test drive to find out what you want. Just say you don't know what you want yet and have no time to stick around. Just want to test drive.
2. check out TRUECAR for how much people are paying in your area
3. get on an car buying site to send out a few quote (usually 3) requests
4. Upon receiving all the quotes in email, armed with the price you get from TrueCar, reply to one dealer for their best offer. Then email another dealer for a better offer. IMPORTANT: starting with a small dealer and work your way up. Leave the largest dealer the last. A larger dealer is more likely the one can afford to give you the best price in the end.
To sum it up, I would give this van 10 out of 10 in all aspects. 10 out of 10 for purchase experience as well.
Few days later, found out from Edmunds forum that some people paid about $940 for I think it was 7 yr/100,000 miles (but not sure if there was copay involved).
I went back the dealership, showed them the printout from Edmunds, and able to haggle for a much better price at $1,140 for the 8 yr/100,000 coverage. Got the difference refunded to me.
BTW, was able to have the dealership throw in the cargonet for free. I also have the cargobox (2 in fact) in the well section of the car (behind the 3rd row), which was included in the original purchse (for $41,000, with the MSRP about $44,000). Don't know if the cargoboxes are available aftermarket.
Hope above helps and good luck!!
Are you adding the sienna to your insurance or are you replacing another vehicle with it? We are replacing our 2006 Toyota RAV4 LTD AWD with either a Toyota Sienna XLE or LTD. The insurance price quote is $66 per year below our current premium. Our insurance company is Progressive though.
And I should mention that I was not impressed with the build quality of the Sienna at all. There were things on the showroom model that were broken, didn't work. It was kind of a joke. The automatic doors didn't work right, the salesman couldn't get the foot rests on the second row seats to go down. Pretty embarassing for Toyota if you ask me. Actually making me question getting a Toyota at all. I figured with all the bad press, etc., they would have stepped it up, but it doesn't look like it. When did the new ones come out, start being available? The salesman said that they've on;y hade them for a few weeks. Was he lying to me?
I went over to Honda, and looked at the Odyssey, and it was a much better experience, but I really want AWD, and the Sienna is the only game in town with AWD. I also don't want to wait for the new Odyssey to come out, and who knows how much the new ones will be.
One problem. Toyota is the only van with AWD. If the salesman knows you want AWD, they are the only game in town.
Are you dealing with internet sales or a floor sales person? Floor sales are almost always higher in price. Internet sales know that they are dealing with a price shopper, and lowest price is usually going to get the sale.
One of my local Toyota dealers has over 25 vans in stock and more coming. It also depends on which area of the country you reside.
Do you really need AWD?
What you should do is figure out EXACTLY which model with what features you want. Figure out the TRUEPRICE of the car and then start negotiating with dealers over e-mail. This tactic will save you a ton of hassle and time. Get at least 3-5 quotes and have them compete for your business.
There ARE other models out there.
Last month, in truecar, the best price in our area is with Bernardi (Boston area) which is $300 over invoice. This month, the best price is at a dealer in Warwick which is $100 below invoice. The dealers will honor this price regardless of what trim you choose in the end - you just need to make sure that you know what the invoice price is of every trim. Unfortunately, they dont have the trim that we have available in their lot which is why we hesitate. We have been checking the inventory of other dealers instead and asking if they can match or make a better offer.
As for the Honda Odyssey, the best price we received is over a thousand dollar below invoice. The MSRP is 41,456 and they are quoting us at 35,856 plus $200 doc fee and sales tax. This is the Honda Touring with Res and Navi which I believe is their top of the line. This offer is looking very good right now and we are now considering it. We like their black interior which is much better than sienna's light colors (in our opinion).