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Black/Black 37550
Lighting Pkg 790
rear side airbags 385
Sun Roof pkg 1790
Total MSRP 41290
Invoice: 38454
Paid: 38428 + free 4 years maintenance (600 dollars value)
$ Discount: 2861
There is where all the fun begins
Also, I'm curious as to why the 4 year maintenance has only $600 value ($150/year). What's the maintenance frequency for a MB? (I'm not a MB owner yet)
For four years, $600 won't cover it at most urban dealerships.
By the way, are these advances/deposits refundable at all MB dealerships?
There is absolutely no reason why Daimler shouldn't join the 21st century in their manufacturing practices; every Japanese car maker has been running rings around the Germans in manufacturing efficiency for 30 years. Worry if you want - the C280 is on my short list of cars I want to own.
This isn't the first time I've heard these kinds of stories - sounds like too much loose money running around in Dallas, so people are willing to spend whatever it takes. Don't expect to get much of a deal on an MB there, either. These cars are routinely discounted $1500 and up in coastal urban markets - but you have to be willing to do some e-mailing, phoning, and potentially, traveling.
If you have $30k to spend, I can think of better alternatives - the Toyota Avalon [don't laugh, the car handles and goes in its new iteration that was just introduced], Ford 500, the new Buick Lucerne, if a sedan is preferred over a minivan or SUV. The wagon version of the Saab 9-3, which is just coming into our market, is another one that comes to mind.
how much should i expect to pay over invoice in texas?
is the $3000 rebate true on e-class?
There are some "incented" lease offers on the table right now, but the numbers don't excite me - buying the car with a reasonable negotiated discount usually works better.
C230
Base price: 29200
desctination: 775
V6 2.5l
Automatic: 1390
driver's seat pkg: 600
Sun roof pkg: 1790
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Total invoice: 31447
Total MSRP: 33755
Blue book: 32390
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What can we get at this point end of the year?
We still have friends and family in CA, so unless things change, I think in terms of CA prices when I think about buying a new car; NW dealers tend to be uncompetitive and unwilling to do much for you. You pay the CA sales tax, and then get a credit for it when you register the car in WA - differences are minor. For example, here in Clark County [Vancouver] we will soon be paying 8.1% - typical Bay Area sales tax is around 8.25%, more than offset by the greater discounts available.
Do some e-mailing and see what you come up with; I predict that the difference between the best you can do in WA and the best you can do in CA will be well over $1000.
Perhaps not seasonal, but there are incentives. I'm actually surprised the C-class hasn't received significant incentives from MB yet, like the E-class. But they may come.
MB just recently cut production of the Cs so as to keep inventories worldwide from getting too far out of hand. With the introduction of the W204 scheduled for the middle of next year in the EU [and with spy shots all over the Internet of the new car], demand for the W203 is going to naturally start dwindling.
If a big back seat isn't a priority, the new IS is worth a look; otherwise, the usual suspects prevail: the C, the new Audi A3 is a particular favorite of mine, the 3er, the Acura TL, the G....of these, only the Germans have that special combination of ride and handling that the Japanese still haven't figured out. Even the new IS has the same problem as the old one - a ride that is firmer than it needs to be to get the job done, resulting in spectacular track numbers [and great magazine reviews] but more teeth-jarring in the real world than I think is reasonable.
Ron
btw, mercedes has run out of tax credits on c class.
dealer tried to sneak in a $1095 acq fee on the contract.
watch out for this tactic. f&i guy told me they were not making any money at all on the car, front or back. i asked why he was selling it then. "just to move a unit"
i thought mercedes dealerships were for profit companies?? i guess theyre just a division of the red cross.
tell everyone that mercedes is giving cars away!!
wife is happy with her new ride.
C230 Yr 2006
Options: sunroof, enhanced music package, power seat, silver color, auto transmission
Cost $29,500 MSRP was $35,405
lease terms: under MB financing 39 mos/ 15K /yr = $533 incl tax (zero down)
OR Bank - 39 mos/ 13 K = $498 incl tax (down- 1st mo & registration, about $812)
Note: 2nd term was only 13K/yr since bank does not financed for 39 months.
Residual is about 51% MSRP & LF 0.0026. Is that right?
Note: my last month pym (FEB) & disposition fee was rolled
to this new lease.
Lease is quite complicated due to different factors affect the lease payments.
Do I get a good deal w/ bank at $35/mo less even if mileage is 2K/yr less than offered by MBenz financing? My ave mileage for past 3 yrs is about 14K/yr.
Your assistance would be highly appreciated.
scott
These are the final figures:
MSRP: $35,405.00
Selling Price $ 30,839.00
Gross Cap cost $31,934.00
Residual: $21,951 (62% of MSRP)
No money down
Lease terms: $490/mo for 39 months/ 12,000 mi / yr
Hope this was a good deal. I love the car esp. the surround sound system w/ 12 speakers...
Suggested Retail Price: $29,200
Options:
Power seats & steering 600
Auto Trans 1390
6 CD changer 420
Sunroof Package 1790
Destination & delivery 775
Color: BLACK with Ash interior
Total Retail Price: $34,175.00 is the STICKER PRICE
I actually got the above car for $30,838.00 ( NOT including Doc fee $45, Sales Tax: $2393.43)
Also, can anyone educate me on the extended warranties, I am considering purchasing the full extra 84 months or 100,000 miles which ever comes first. People at the dealer is recommending me to buy from Mercury, they said it is alot cheaper than the factory warranty (Mercedes'). They quoted me the price on the Mercury Extended Warranties with $0 deductible to be $2,668.00, is that reasonable or way too high? Does anyone know if there is a difference between the Mercury and Mercedes' extended warranties?and how much are they roughly? Any info will be appreciated.
Thank you.
I am looking to buy a certfied pre owned 2005 C230 too.
Could you please tell me how you got this deal.
Thanks
Another worry for me was is that is this car safe? I Have read a lot of comlaint stories online.Any help is appreciated.
Thanks
I am not too sure where you are located in California. But the three Mercedes Dealership we have come across are: Rusnak , in Arcadia, Penske, in West Covina, and Cal Star in Glendale. They are all located in Southern California.
Anyway, hope this helps and good luck!
Now that the 07 model is about to come out, has anyone been getting really great deals on the C Class in Southern California? I just got quoted a few hundred dollars BELOW invoice on this vehicle, but I have heard that some people are getting 2-3k below invoice. I am wondering if this is realistic or just a pipedream?
Input please.
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I have a 98 c230 Benz.
Have had it for sale since Sept 05.
83k Miles
selling for 9600.00
Have a difficult time selling it.
Offers of 6500.00 from KBB..
No way.
It has been well maintained and all service is up to date.
Any suggestions?
I still owe a payoff,and I JUST want to sell it.
I have listed on CL,and thru our local carsoup.com
Thanks!
I was quoted 2.8 MF, and $1095 bank fee.
SO in summary:
What is a good price for a 2005 C230 with certified warranty?
What is the best deal anyone is seeing on new 2006 models off invoice?
Thanks all!
2005 C230 Sport
14,500 miles
100k Certified Warranty
Xenon Headlight/washer package (think it is called lighting package)
Sunroof Package
Harmon Cardon Stereo package
Automatic Transmission
6 disc changer which I think comes with the stereo package.
Full electric memory seat/steering package
Peuter color (which is 680.00 option)
I think this is it. Price 30,400. Original Sticker price was 36,190. Is this a good buy or something I could beat? It is local which helps but I don't have to buy now.
So since this is the best, I have so far. I am torn between this or a 2006, automatic transmission, Sunroof package, cd changer, peuter color, for 31,224 brand new! (of course doesn't include tax, title license fees) Sorry so much info but I need help and would like to put the wife in a car sooner than later!
Oh, I just saw an ad for a 2005 about 3 hours from where I live, sunroof package, cd changer, automatic and they are advertising it for 26,900 with 12,000 miles on it. It is not a Mercedes dealer but they have the records on it and say the car is perfect with a clean car fax. It is silver with the light grey interior. I don't care for the light grey interior as my wife is going to probably be messy and the dark will be more forgiving. Besides I will have to keep the thing clean. Light grey stains so easily. ALso the light grey interior looks weird from the outside with the blue tinted windows. All of the Mercedes salesman have told me that everyone else says the same thing so they are used to hearing that. Anyway, the price is way lower than the one I was looking at here but it has less options.
Yeah, even though. I think the new is looking better. With 1,000 off of invoice, I don't think I can beat that for a new 2006. If so I would glady jump on it. This one is 1,100 miles from my home so If I flew then drove it back, I have expense and hassle or pay 850.00 for them to ship. Decisions, Decisions. If anyone knows of a dealership that will beat this deal please let me know! On the new I mean.
Thanks