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I have searched the forum, and gotten mixed info suggesting it is anywhere from $300 to $500. I spoke with one dealer recently, and he insisted that "EVERY" dealer would include this in their invoice price. However, the invoice price he quoted me would lead me to assume the advertising fee is in the neighborhood of $800. I know that the Edmunds invoice price does not include this fee ... Should it?
Can someone please elaborate? Thanks.
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1. noticed 05 has 280+ horses with 5 Speed A/T, which is made in U.S.
2. noticed 04 has 240+ hourses with 4 Speed A/T, both of which are made in Japan.
Then, concerns are,
1. Should I stick to 04 because it has Japan made A/T?
2. Or should 05' A/T, which is manufactured in U.S be just as reliable as 04 Japan made A/T? Do any one know who (supplier) made 05 A/T?
3. The MSRP's are almost same for both 04 and 05 at around 38.7K's,which has Alloy Pack #1, roof rack, cloth seat etc. What would be the reasonable deal for 04 and 05 with such options? 04 at Invoice? 05 at Invoice + 4%? or something like that?
Sorry for long message
Any idea would be certainly appreciated.
Received the following quote, and wish for some feedback. Notice that the Dealer is offerning me the options at "invoice". Is this a good deal?
ExMile Opt Pkg D $1,345
Cargo Net $34
Window Tint $75
Vehicle Shield Package $99
Custom Tape Stripe $59
Sun Roof Wind Deflector $55
Alloy Wheel Package #2 $1,468
Convenience Package $204
Roof Rack with Rails $176
JBL Am/Fm/Cass/ 6 CD $536
Dr and Fr Pass Seat Mounted Side Airbags, First and Second Row Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor
$430
Front Fog and Drv Lmp $88
Sun Roof $800
Daytime Running Lights $32
Stainless Steel Exhaust $42
Leather Interior Upgrade Including Leather Seats, Door Trim, Liquicell Comfort Technology, Power Lumbar Support.
$1,704
Molded Dash Applique $225
TOTAL OPTIONS $7,372
MISC COST
Freight $595
MAF $446
TDA $275
Base Vehicle H.B $649
Pio HB $426
Finance Reserve $324
TOTAL MISC COST $2,715
Base Vehcile Price $27,924
Total Price $38,011
OTD price $40,786
Please let me know if you think this is a good deal
Thanks for any insite...
What is OTD? Did you already buy this vehicle? And at what price? Thanks.
I bought a 4runner from Fitz in 2000. They had the best prices around then. I check back periodically and they are still well below anyone else. Carmax is not even in the ballpark of being reasonable on Sequoias. I don't know if you've checked Koon's in Tysons Corner (I think). Since they claim to be a volume dealer, you may be able to haggle them down below Fitzgerald's prices.
When you say you priced a 05 @ 200 above invoice, does that also include:
M.A.F.
Freight
Advertising
Based Veh HB
PIO HB
Fianance Reserve?
I keep hearing/reading I should go for OTD price, but i don't know if i am getting the best deal without knowing if i should be paying the above stuff.
Any help would be appreciated.
Also does anyone know what (1) Black Pearls emblem and (2) Owner's portfolio means??
2) I'm not positive about the owners portfolio, but a good guess would be just the owners manual wrapped in some fancy (leather?) binder.
2005 Limited 2WD
$42,377.00 which includes Document fee,Sales tax, License fee and Destination charge. Is this a good price?
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EJ - Radio/CD
KE - Keyless entry
GY - Curtain airbags
DR - Roof rack
AG - Alloy wheel package #2
CQ - Convenience package
CF - Floor Mats
I went with the '05, at an increased cost of about $5K, because of the changes to the powertrain, 4WD system and the second row console that came with the LX package.
I have found a local car dealer advertising a 2004 SR5 for around 28000 dollars with 22000 miles on it. It looks good from outside in pictures and retail price of a similar car from kbb.com is 24 to 26K.
1) What would be an ideal price for this SUV?
Also I found 5 entries in the CARFAX request (free version), but couldn't believe a new SUV can have 5 entries in it in the firs years itself. have to buy the report and verify it.
2) But does this many number of entries mean an accident or so? How do I verify it?
3) Since it is still under warranty, should I get it inspected by another dealer before I buy it?
This is the first time I am buying an expensive SUV from the secondary market and look forward to your advice.
Thanks
Inform_me
You should take it on a LONG TEST DRIVE! Be SURE it Starts, Stops, Turns Properly, is Quiet and Smooth, Rattle Free, and All Accessories Work.
Doors, Hatch and All Windows Open and Close OK.
Check the body lines for proper fit and finish.
Any Part well out of line could be it was Damaged
It is still under the bumper to bumper 36k mile warranty so you shouldn't have to worry much.
I take no chances and get the 100k extended warr.
But, that's up to you. Bring someone familiar with SUV's or have it inspected. You should price compare too, at carsdirect.com and other internet sites, a new one is only 30k to 35k depending on how many options you choose!!
RF - Rear Spoiler
EJ - CD Changer
GY - Curtain Airbags
CF - Floor Mats
Both dealers claim invoice is around $42000 (although I haven't actually seen the invoices). My Consumer Reports Car Buying Kit report indicates that the invoice should be around $41100 and there is a $900 holdback so that according to them the true wholesale price is around $40,200. Has anyone else used these Consumer Reports reports, and are they accurate?
With all that being said, does $42,530 or $42,800 sound reasonable? (My choice would boil down two different dealerships with different color combos, the more expensive dealer has more color choices on the lot).
And I know the local Sales Tax is 7.75% which will be added on, can anyone tell me what else I should expect to pay for licensing fees and or any other misc costs (or what I should fight to have removed if it's unneccesarily added)?
Looking to buy in the next 3-5 days if possible, so any quick response will be appreciated and thanks in advance for any and all advice.
RL Daytime Running lights
GY SRS
RF Rear Spoiler
EJ JBL system w/10 speakers
EY Rear DVD system
Have already ordered it and should be arriving at the end of November. I will be paying approx $44000.00 Which is $3050.00 below MSRP. With only 3 Toyota dealers here on Oahu, getting the price down is like pulling teath. The things sell like hot cakes when they become available since there are so few of them on the Island....Good luck.
Last week I purchased a 05 Limited 2WD with Navigation, DVD entertainment, Luxury package, moon roof, side curtain airbag, rear spoiler, floor mats for just below $42000 + tax & fee. I thought it is a very good deal.
The only thing that I didn't purchase is the extended warranty. The finance guy tried to sell me the platinum extended warranty package which costs $2000. Is it worth the cost? Anyone knows the difference between platinum vs basic warranty package?
Tommy
tks
Can anyone tell me if they have recently got this and how much was the msrp and selling price and in what state.
As far as pricing. No one should be paying more than $500 over invoice. There is not a limited supply of these vehicles and it looks like 2006 with show some major changes.
Good Luck
I am about to purchase a 05 Sequoia, and have got a quote from dealer in Portland Oregon. Could someone help me to justify if this quote is the best one I can get here? Is there something else I might have to keep an eye on?
Here is the details and options on the 05 Sequoia:
Internet Price Total : $39,163. (no tax, not including title fees)
2005 Sequoia SR5 4WD
Factory Installed Accessories: FE GY KE PG RL SR DJ DR HY PT CQ SP TO
Port Installed Accessories .: HP CF
Options added:
Dr & Fr Pass Seat Mounted Side Airbags,
First & Second Row Side Curtain
Airbags w/Rollover Sensor & Cut-Off Switch
Keyless Entry
Rear Passenger Door Privacy Glass
Daytime Running Lights
Power Tilt/Slide Moonroof
JBL AM/FM/Cass/CD w/10 Speakers
Roof Rack w/Rails
Rear Seat Audio w/Wired Headphone
Capability & 115v Power Outlet
Preferred Package Includes: Pwr Leather Trim
Heated Captains Chairs, Leather Split Rear
Seat, Steering Wheel w/Audio Controls
Convenience Package Includes: Power Heated
Outside Mirrors, Accessory Meter w/Compass
Outside Temp. Gauge, Homelink, Trip Computer
Sports Package Includes:16" Alloy
Wheels w/P265/70R16 Tires, Front Fog
Lamps, Rear Air Suspension, Tube Running
Boards, Front Skid Plates
Tow Hitch w/7 Pin Converter Trailer
Wiring Harness & Towing Package
Auto-Dimming Mirror
Preferred Accessory Package
MSRP:$47,963
----- Your Price:$43,087 -----
Above quote includes the following equipment:
STD.STANDARD EQUIPMENT
FE.50 STATE EMISSIONS
EJ.PREMIUM 3-IN-1, 6-DISC CHANGER
GY.CURTAIN & SIDE AIRBAGS
RF.REAR SPOILER
NV.NAVIGATION SYSTEM
EY.REAR ENTERTAIMENT SYSTEM
RL.DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
CF.CARPET FLOOR MATS
This quote includes all fees except Sales Tax*, License fee, and a $45 Documentation Fee.
Preferred Package/Leather
Convenience Package
Roof Rack
Sun Roof
17" Alloy Wheel Package
Few other small options
Sticker: $42,213
Invoice: $37,694
Final Price: $36,100 plus tax and title.
This included a $2000 dealer cash incentive so the dealer is still making $500 on the deal. He has to pay someone $100 to go pick it up out-of-town.
This Sequoia is Silver with Black Pearl emblems and I'm not sure what those look like. Anyone know?