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BMW's and Mercedes' do have higher sticker prices--so you are right in that sense, but when it comes down to 'prices paid', I didn't find Audi's less expensive due to their stingy discounts.
For example, at the end of the model year, I've seen the dealer giving out about 20% off of the sticker price on a C-class. But for an Audi, I was able to get a mere 5% off a sticker.
Typically, when you walk into get a C-class, the dealers are willing to give you about 10% discount right from the get go.
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When it came to similarily equipped C-class, the sticker was much higher than the A4. When I looked at a C-class, that was last september when the 2011 models were rolling in, so they were willing to give 20% discount off the sticker price. But even now, I know the dealers are willing to give 15% off the sticker on a 2011 model even before any negotiation.
Also, Mercedes again offers better fianancing rates too, compared to Audi.
As of now, I know Mercedes if offering 1.9% for 24-36 months, whereas Audi only has 3.9% for 36 months.
The reason I decided to get an A4 over the 3 series or the c-class is because
1)loyalty discount, and
2)3 series and C-class are getting a facelift for their 2012 model years.
But yea, Audi definitely loses its price advantage.
And as for the C class transaction prices, I've seen people getting as much as 25% off when the new model years were rolling in. At other times, I see people get at least 10% and most get at least 15% to 20%.
As for the FWD A4, I don't know the amount of discount, because I haven't seen a single Audi without the AWD on it.
Can you tell me which dealer you got the car from? I am looking to buy pretty much the same car (Premium plus with Nav and B&O) and am in the NYC metro area.
Thanks.
The way it turns out, I will be paying about 24k over a 36 month lease period for 10k miles per yr for the Audi. I will be paying 17.5k for the G37x Sports which is comparably equipped. So I would end up paying almost a 40% premium over the lease period for the A4 over the G37x.
Now, personal preferences differ but I would still rate the A4 above the G37. I would probably pay a 10% premium, but 40% is ridiculous and outrageous.
Most A4s do not have the nav option either. Even most of the Prestige level cars seem to come without it. 19K miles is a relatively low figure for a 2009. I don't think being a loaner is a strike against it. Those are usually better maintained than even leased cars.
I don't care for the now discontinued 3.2. It is actually a tick slower than the 2.0T and gets worse mileage. However, if you prefere a V6's smoothness, it may be the way to go for you.
Incidentally, there was no real haggling. The salesman said point blank: 'We realize shoppers know what's out there and where else they can buy. We want to make a few hundred over invoice.' and handed us an accurate Invoice vs MSRP printout.
I'm still new to the whole CVT thing, but it seems OK so far. The only thing I was attracted to on the 'quattro' was the 8-spd tranny. I'm sure it grips better and maybe accelerates better (or not) but at the end of the day , I only require so much power and the FWD moves plenty fast enough for me. Getting an extra mpg and spending 1-2 grand less made more sense for me living in the south.
Not sure where you're coming from. High document fee maybe? GA is terrible for doc fees on many makes. Its sad too. If you find someone with a doc fee of $300, you're 'lucky'. Just automatic dealer profit built into every sale I suppose.
Some states cap this fee, but not Georgia. $600 is the most common (around Atlanta anyway) I've seen across all vehicle makes. I have seen as low as $300 ($400 at one audi dealer). Its built-in dealer profit, plain and simple. I could have bought out of state and probably shaved those fees, but then I would have had the added transportation and time costs to do that. No win for me.
As to BMW vs Audi, if you want noticeably more performance, get the 335. If you want more 'luxury', go with the Audi.
I've accepted that I'm not a street racer or auto crosser and rarely ever 'floor' the throttle in any car. Feature for feature then, Audis make more sense for ME.
You need to determine what makes sense for YOUR driving style.
Note sure I really want the car, but if its a great deal. maybe I should? Thoughts?
-jb
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I had to buy the car and sell to a third party, but it was complicated due to sales tax issues. I had to purchase it and get title and turn the transaction with the third party within ten days I believe. Huge hassle.
This was in California.
Interested in the same car.
thanks.
19 Inch Sport Pkg
Audi Side Assist
Nutmeg Trim
Exhaust Trim
Destination charge $875
for a MSRP of $46880.00
I am being offered the following:
Price of 44,500 + 800 Audi Care.....
15K miles per year - $794.00 with a residual 46% 39 month lease $1500 Out of Pocket
15K miles per year - $794.00 with a residual 43% 42 month lease $1500 Out of Pocket
12K miles per year - $770.00 with a residual 48% 39 month lease $1500 Out of Pocket
12K miles per year - $772.00 with a residual 45% 42 month lease $1500 Out of Pocket
I am being told that Money Factor for 39 month lease is .172 and for 42 month is .192 (I assume they are leaving off zeros)
I am also being told that for every $1000 I put down, it would lower my monthly payment by $26.00.
How badly am I being taken advantage here and any ideas on what I should tell them the selling price of the car should be, etc... I sure appreciate the help! Be blessed
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I am in the market for a 2011 A4 with premium package. one dealer give me am offer for 35000 otd. the one i looked got bluetooth and music interface. i remember the MSRP was about 34500 and invoice price about 32500. is it a good deal? i didnt pull the trigger, thought i saw a lot people in this forum got less than invoice+500for otd price. it seems extremely difficult for me to get such deal. any advice is appreciated. thx. i am in south cal.
Looking to buy a 2011 A4 quattro with it all! Prestige package.
I offered $40,000, dealer came down to $42,000. I've never purchased a car in this class before, so I am not sure if its a good deal. Should I hold out or take the 42?
I'm in Missouri.
Thanks!
I emailed the sales guy to see if he still wants to try to counter offer later in the month I'd be willing to listen.
In the research I’ve done, the advice I’ve received is to contact 6 local and non-local dealers and ask them for a price on buying an Audi. Then, negotiate with the dealer that gave me the lowest invoice price. THEN tell them I want to lease based on the negotiated price?
Is all of this correct for starters?
Also – as a side note – a few dealers have replied and it seems they are avoiding emailing me quotes. They’re all asking me to come in (of course, to try and sell me) – BUT we’re not wasting time and visiting 6 different dealers only to ask for quote. We have also already test driven the A4 and would prefer to have in-person contact only with the dealer giving the best deal.
Any other help would be greatly appreciate.
Thus far, acura, VW and audi have all insisted that I come in to talk pricing. Its very frustrating.
Premium Plus with Navigation, Winter mats and trunk liner, Brilliant Black with Black Interior.
They gave me a selling price of $39,589 plus tax and MV fees. The Audi Care is $800 additional.
What are MV fees? What other things do I need to know? I know this is not a full quote
I am trying to get them to give me $11,000 on my '06 toyota matrix. Otherwise will sell.
The 42,096 sound good??
Just purchased a 2011 A4 Premium. MSRP of $34,400 from an Audi dealer in California. After 2 weeks of negotiating, they dropped my price down to $30,450 with a 60 month buy interest rate of 1.9%. My monthly payment is $410 and change with $10k down. Out the door with tax and license it was $33,500.
They tried to rip me off on GAP and Audi Care (They wanted $1700 bux for it at first. LOL) and all that other nonsense the financials guy tries to sell you at the end. Didn't work!
Anyways, today the financials guy calls me and leaves me a voicemail saying that I have to go back and resign the contract to include a $1500 rebate. They say that Nothing in the numbers for me is going to change. This is strictly for the dealer. (I had mentioned that we leased an audi two years back for a cousin when I was buying the car). Is this the loyalty rebate? Are they trying to include this in there and get paid on it? My gut is telling me something fishy is going on. Can anyone share some insight into this?