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What do you think???
The dealer told me I was paying 400 over invoice on the 47K deal.
I will ask them to show me the invoice. The said there is no incentives, no $750 rebate. Two dealers have told me that!!
I am looking at getting an 05 SR5 4WD. Would like to add:
PM-Preferred Pkg. 1
CQ-Convenience Pkg.
KE-Keyless Entry
SR-Sunroof (needs DJ)
LF-Fog Lights
DR-Roof Rack
PG-Additional Rear Privacy Glass
TO-Tow Pkg.
QA-Load Leveling Rear Suspension
Went to the local dealership today and ws told that I *cannot order* a vehicle! I know better since I have discovered this great forum!
Also was told that SR5 is not available with factory leather or sunroof. Are these dealer or PIO options? Or is this salesman fulla bulla? I see these options on the factory brochure.
Any one out there have any insight to the special order route? How long does it take? Can I still get a great deal-or is taking one from existing inventory a better option for dealing?
I am in So Cal and am seeing that Simi Toyota is the place to go.
Any replies or advice appreciated!
My price, special ordering, including air fare to fly down to get it, was about $800 over invoice. This was the BEST price I found anywhere at the time and was $600 cheaper than NY dealers offered even with the warehouse club discount prices. Since I love road trips anyway and used to live in that area I visited friends and took a nice leisurely break in everything as I want (before the wife got to it) ride back to NY.
Sounds like you *can* special order. 3~4 months-too long for me plus I need to get the best deal (limited budget) for the OTD price.
Thanks for the heads-up on the leveling system. Sounds great! Do many SR5s on a typical lot have this option? I guess this option is not a deal breaker for me.
Sounds like you got a great deal...and a road trip! Did you get an 04 or 05?
I am within 50 miles of Carson Toyota. I will definitely try your internet sales advice.
Thanks
Asif
MSRP is $46,800. I calculate invoice (according to Edmunds and KBB) to be $40,478 after $750 rebate. We have a dealer offering to sale us this car for $41,429 after rebate ($951 over invoice as calculated on edmunds). Is this close to what everyone else is paying for ordered cars or sale of cars on the lot? Thanks
Have you tried buyatoyota.com, if you order it will take 3-4 months. I think in houston area you can find some what close to your needs.
Asif
Because the holdback is garnished the longer a car remains on the lot it seems we would have a better negotiating posture by ordering one vs buying one off the lot. What do you think?
We have tried buyatoyota.com pretty much for the whole state not just our area. Can't find a white or artic frost with LX Pkg and Nav. We have one on order and the dealer is telling us it will take no longer than 1 month to arrive.
However, the dealer we placed the order with charged us an additional amount for the "Molded Dash Applique". Two days ago we found out this is already included in the LX package. We feel this overcharge was deliberate and would like to deal with someone else we trust. However, last week we put $500 down for him to order the car. At this point how difficult would it be to get our $500 back and go with another dealer that has been more upfront.
Thanks for your help!
The break down is roughly, 1 % Finance Hold Back which comes to 350-400 $ depending on invoice. 300-400$ TDA, 300-400 $ MAF. For Limited Package i think all this would be close to 1000$. TDA is Toyota Dealer Association and all the money goes into a common pool for that Area which they use to give local incentives later on. MAF is what sales region or Manufacturer uses for advertisement etc. You can ask for finance hold back if you are financing through Toyota. Other than that, your 2% MSRP hold back and PIO Hold back would also add up to 1500-1800 $. I guess the dealer has lot of room to give back some holdback, specially for 45 k SUV.
You should talk to your dealer that you will not pay for "Molded Dash Applique" as it is included in LX package. you can always ask dealer to show actual invoice with VIN # of your vehicle and you will get all the cost breakage from there. Many dealers are not hesitant in showing it. In fact this is the best way to find out if he is overcharging you and about hold backs.
In my opinion you will have hard time getting your 500 $ back. you can take quote from some other dealer and see if they can make up your 500 $ loss plus some additional discount.
I had many bitter experiences with several dealers and luckily i found a small dealer (Courvelle Toyota) in Opelousas, Louisiana which i can now trust very much. All i do is ask for actual invoice and negotiate from there. I guess you can try them, if you can afford to travel 230 miles from houston. Email me if you need further details about dealer (name of sales man) etc. I would be glad to help out you guys.
I wish you best of luck in your hunt of limited sequoia, I think the arctic frost pearl is an excellent color and you will not regret your decision to buy this SUV.
Asif
Thanks Again
Asif
I have gotten quotes that are not even close to each other. I live in Long Island,NY area
Anyone has any suggestions , I would appreciate it
Thanks
Wheels w/P265/65R17 Tires,Tow Hitch w/7
Pin Trailer Wiring Harness,Rear Door Priv
Glass,150 Amp Alternator,Running Boards
Convenience Package Includes:Power Heated
Outside Mirrors,Accessory Meter w/Compass
Outside Temp.Gauge,Homelink,Trip Computer
Roof Rack w/Rails JBL AM/FM/Cass/6 CD Chngr w/10 Spkrs. Dr & Fr Pass Seat Mounted Side Airbags,
First & Second Row Side Curtain,Airbags w/Rollover Sensor & Cut-Off Switch.Front Fog & Driving Lamps.Daytime Running Lights.
Power Tilt/Slide Moonroof.Ball Mount
Rear Spoiler.Color Keyed Door Edge Guards
Fabric Guard.Nightvision Mirror Upgrade
Keyless Entry.Carpet Floor Mats.Rear Trunk Mat
Door Sill Protector.Side Signal Mirror Upgrade
Glass Break Sensor.7 Pin to 4 Pin Converter
Wheel Locks.Road Hazard Tire Warranty(3 years / 36,000 miles)Roadside Assistance(3 yrs/36,000 Miles Extra Mile Extended Life Tires.(6 years / 100,000 miles)Lusterizing Sealant Sound Shield
Sealant Cleaner.Rental Car Assistance Custom Tape Stripe.Sunroof Wind Deflector.Leather Interior.
Msrp $41563 Quote $36898.57 plust TT&L
is this good price or I can get better deal thank you
We went to the Frank Fletcher Toyota in Joplin MO. We were on the lot looking at Sequoias for at least ten minutes with no other customers around and no one came to help us.
We went inside and ask a employee if there was anyone who wants to sell a car, he laughed and said "Yeah, do you know anyone who wants to buy one" and he walked past us with his coffee cup to his desk. We left!
We talked to another dealership in Tulsa, OK.
They were friendly and ready to help, but the offer they made us was approx. $5000.00 too high according to the figures we got here on Edmunds.
The attitude was, "This is our price and if you don't want to pay that, you won't get the vehicle."
I don't know how these dealerships sell anything. Unless people are paying way more than they should just because it's a Toyota.
Does anyone know a dealership that really tries to help you get the best price possible and still make a profit?
Asif
In my opinion the most cost effective and loaded package is with Alloy Wheel package and PM leather package that gives steering wheel mounted audio controls + all other bells and whistles. you cant go wrong with this package. Having that your MSRP would be around 39 k with out of door price including rebate around 34.5k. Since these options does not have lot of margin b/w MSRP and Invoice, it seems you are just saving 4.5 or 5k below MSRP but look at what options you are getting.
Unfortunately lot of dealers have extra mile option A, B, C. B/c they can make more money by showing greater discounts and earn business.
I recently bought 2005 SR5 2WD with liquicell leather, sports package, side curtain, JBL10, Side Curtain air bag, etc etc in 34750$ after rebate. MSRP 40034$.
With Toyota Sales Hub in Houston, you can get any vehicle ordered in very less time. Try buyatoyota.com and locate the vehicle with your options.
Just my 2 cents.
Asif
I will contact Richardson Toyota and see what they can do.
We are looking for 2005 Limited.
I was reading some of the horror stories in the problem section here on Edmunds, I sure hope the new ones aren't plagued with problems.
We have a 2001 that we have never had a problem with, which is why we are wanting to stick with the Sequoia. Wish us luck !
Quote” recently bought 2005 SR5 2WD with liquicell leather, sports package, side curtain, JBL10, Side Curtain air bag, etc etc in 34750$ after rebate. MSRP 40034$” what exactly all the option does your Sequoia come with can you let me know thank you for all your help.
What do you think about this quote
Sequoia SR5 2WD, you can purchase for $34,105.35 (including $750 rebate good till 2/28/2005) plus any tax, title and licensing fees
-Convenience Package Includes: Power Heated Outside Mirrors, Accessory Meter w/Compass Outside Temp. Gauge, Homelink, Trip omputer --Roof Rack w/Rails
-JBL AM/FM/Cass/6 CD Chngr w/10 Spkrs
-Dr & Fr Pass Seat Mounted Side Airbags, First & Second Row Side Curtain Airbags w/Rollover Sensor & Cut-Off Switch
-Front Fog & Driving Lamps
-Rear Passenger Door Privacy Glass
-Daytime Running Lights
-16" Styled Steel Wheels w/P265/70R16 Tires
-Leather Interior Upgrade Incl:
Leather Seats / Door Trim
Liquicell Comfort Technology
Power Lumbar Support - Passenger
-Lighted Color Keyed Running Board
--Sports package
--DVD Pre wire
--Ball Mount
--Rear Spoiler
--Carpet mats/trunk, Door sill protector
The price quoted to you looks good. You can add up invoice for my additional options from edmunds and see where your total adds up to your quote of 34105.35$
I gave back carpet mats/trunk mat and got 160 $ back. kept Door Sill protector which was included in this price. I like All weather mat and bought set of 4 for 60 bucks and used my 2004 4Runner rear rubber mats for Seq 3rd row. Bought a Cargo liner (59$), Cargo net (19$) too.
I really like the liquicell leather as it is more comfortable and looks awesome. My sports package includes tubular running board, rear leveling suspension and front skid plate. Though i was not really looking for this option but the only vehicle matching my other requirements had this one. It is very hard to find PM leather package and I've heard many dealers/buyers prefer new liquicell leather.
And yes the sports package includes running board and 16" styled wheels so you have to weigh in that too when comparing your quote with my purchase.
I would also suggest if you can manage to get 17" Alloy wheel for Seq. As it looks better than 16". Mine is 16" and i am still thinking if i can swap them with 17" some how.
Unfortunately i dont know any dealers in Houston area, though i have spoken to few of them but never had chance to buy from them. Although i have heard good things about houston dealers, since competition is tough most of them usually give good prices right away. My suggestion would be to negotiate on your current quote. Walk in to the dealer and ask him to print you his invoice. He should sell you one at his invoice and try to knock off some hold back. 200-300$ can be taken off if your sales man is reasonable. Even with that they will make 1500-1800$ profit.
Asif
Just want to know if I am right.
I found out from buyatoyota.com that 4x2 Sequoia SR5 in northen california comes with base model and set of options in Package A and B. You have no choice to juggle around options (until you customize it which takes months). You have to select either one of them.
Thanks in advance for your answers.
AG,CQ,DR,EJ,GY,LF,RL,L2,DD,SR? thank you for all the information
I in Houston TX. called up one the dealer & asking for Fleet manager for pricing. was told Quote " is such nice car and it's Toyota why don't you paid MSRP as pricing you got on website, " funny so I ask him did you ever paid MSRP when you try to buy a car? than all I hear was click
EJ - JBL w/ 6 disk changer
KE - Keyless Entry
GY - Side and curtain airbags
DR - Roof Rack
AG - 17" Alloy Wheel package
CQ - Convenience Package
LF - Front Fog and Driving Lights
CF - Floor Mats and sill projector
Sticker - $37,174
My price - $33,600
Out the Door - $36,550.
I think anytime you get can out the door for a lot less than sticker, you did a good job.
Thanks
Fernb2000
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Unbelievable how easy they are to deal with. No aftermarket BS pressure either. No dicker sticker and solid discount.
everything but DVD, middle seat center console and rear spoiler but has $2,300 custom wheels
Warrranty options not priced in either.
Sticker 46,900, Dealer said invoice was 41,075
Offer to us $1,000 down
$639/month for 48 months
15k miles per year
no other cost/charges
Pushed us hard for this one white model (last one on lot). We want silver but none at this dealer. Should we pass and find the silver or jump on this one because of the deal?? Great, good, average or bad deal.
Didn't like what seemed like a bait and switch so went to a dealer in Denison who didn't have an SR5 in leather, but it had all the other options I needed and was the beautiful silver color. So here's what I ended up paying:
SR5 2WD with-
JBL 6 disc/10 speakers
Alloy package #2 - 17" Alloys, Running boards etc.
Convenience package
Option Package A w/rear spoiler, door edge guards, mats, etc.
Roof Rack
Front Fog/driving lamps
DVD pre-wire
Daytime running lights
DR & FR passenger airbags
Keyless Entry
Custom Tape pinstriping
Window Tint
Vehicle Shield Package (which seemed to me to make the car/road a little quieter. I drove some without and this did seem to make a difference to me)
MSRP $38,768 Price Paid after Rebate $33,200 right around invoice.
SO I'm happy.
JBL 6 disc/10 speakers
Alloy package #2 - 17" Alloys, Running boards etc.
Convenience package
Option Package A w/rear spoiler, door edge guards, mats, etc.
Roof Rack
Front Fog/driving lamps
DVD pre-wire
Daytime running lights
DR & FR passenger airbags
Keyless Entry
Custom Tape pinstriping
Window Tint
Vehicle Shield Package
all the above plus Sunrood $33500 before TTL
total drive out was $35883.15
I just thought i post this info. I recently purchased a Limited 2005 Toyota Sequoia. The price paid was $43,589.00. Almost all features except navigation system, memory seats nor security system. I love this vehicle it rides better than my car...It was purchased in Tri-City Motor Sales in Pasco, Washington.
No extended warrantee.
Purchase price 47,800
MSRP 51,800
Sweet truck.
and where did you purchase your vehicle. I am interested in the same car, just like yours. Hope to hear from you soon. Thanks.