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2013 and earlier-Honda Accord Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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  • nardisnardis Member Posts: 4
    good deal! can I ask you how much you paid OTD?
  • parcrparcr Member Posts: 4
    Yes, 23,300 + 7% sales tax + $45 car registration. Bought my car in Boch Honda, MA. I still felt there was room for negotiation after I made the deal. Try buying a car with a high volume dealer. You have a huge bargaining wndow with them. Ask them for their invoice first and start at $1000 less than invoice.
  • parcrparcr Member Posts: 4
    I bought my car in Boch Honda, MA. 23,300 for a 4-CYL EX-L Coupe is an OK price I feel. There sure is more room for negotiation I feel. For an EX I suggest not paying more than 21,000. Be sure to think about the APR also, they may give you a good deal on the car, but will get you at the APR (If you are going with Honda or their financing). Always have an idea of what your bank is offering and try to work on an APR less than that.
  • diytryingdiytrying Member Posts: 2
    I'm a widow and getting ready to buy my first car in many years by myself. I liked my local dealership but I want to go in the negotiation with other buyer's prices in New Jersey if possible. The salesman originally asked me if I would be interested in the car at invoice plus $200. (Invoice includes dest fee.) It looks like people in some other parts of the country are doing better than this. This dealership doesn't seem to have many choices but seems to get some in everyday so I don't know if they are using that as a pricing thing. Does anyone have any fairly recent experience in New Jersey? Thank you.
  • halecphalecp Member Posts: 14
    Thank you so much for your response. I really appreciate it. I intend to meet with the dealer this week. Hopefully they will be true to their offer. :)
  • thegraduatethegraduate Member Posts: 9,731
    No problem. Keep us posted with what happens! ;)
  • dash5dash5 Member Posts: 421
    Hey all, looking to help out my sister in law with a new Accord she's looking at.

    2008 Honda Accord
    EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)

    Here was the offer:

    25,624.00 which included remote start installed. EX-L, Auto with NAV
    1793.68 Tax
    284.00 Title
    7.50 Tire Fee
    9.00 some misc DMV fee
    349.00 4 years of registration.

    28,067.18 out the door.

    I wanted to run it by some folks here. This is in the Central NJ area. Edmunds has the invoice at 26,086 for this model including 660 destination charge. Remote start usually MSRP's for 500 bucks. So the offer of 25,624.00 seems like a very good one? I feel like I'm missing something.
  • thegraduatethegraduate Member Posts: 9,731
    What's the deal with registration for 4 years? I live in Alabama, and pardon my ignorance, but I have no idea what you are talking about. We buy tags anually, and my "registration" is my tag purchase receipt. Other than that I know of no "registration" unless I'm forgetting something myself. What we do have is only renewed anually.

    Thanks in advance...

    Regarding the price on the EX-L Navi 2.4 5AT, the price seems pretty darn good, especially considering that remote start is included. Tax is quite high it seems, but nothing to do about that I guess! :P
  • dash5dash5 Member Posts: 421
    Hey Graduate,

    Dont get me started on our taxes. It's brutal. :)

    Oh yeah in NJ at least, you can register a new car for 4 years instead of the typical 1 year. So it's basically the DMV registration fee x 4. I think(?) this is pretty standard here... if not someone let me know heh.

    The price seems too good. I'm gonna have to have her double check it.

    EDIT: You know what I'm thinking now... that price sounds like it's for manual transmission. It would make more sense. I'm gonna have to ask her to check that.

    Manual invoice for an EX-L with Nav is $25,363. Plus a few hundred for remote start. Hmm.
  • kingpcgeekkingpcgeek Member Posts: 1,051
    In Arizona the registration for the car you are buying is about $500 for one year!
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  • Karen_SKaren_S Member Posts: 5,092
    A reporter would like to speak with consumers who are thinking about trading in a gas-guzzler for a more fuel-efficient vehicle. If you are in the process of making this decision, please respond to jwahl@edmunds.com with your daytime contact information no later than Wednesday, July 22nd.
  • missmelmissmel Member Posts: 13
    What about tag and dealership fees?
  • cuvangcuvang Member Posts: 31
    I will try $23,000 even on EXL 4cyn sedan at my local dealership tomorrow and see what happens. Wish me luck.
  • stephen71stephen71 Member Posts: 1
    i just purchased a 2088 accord ex with mud guards, pin striping and body side moldins for $22,300 including destination. purchased in greenwich ct. no other dealer in ct. would match.
  • semantic2semantic2 Member Posts: 28
    Any body have quotes or prices for a 08 or 09 Honda Accord LX in the New Orleans area? I'm helping my brother-in-law look for one but I am not in his area and his access to internet is somewhat limited.

    Also if you have dealer info and experience please let me know.

    thanks in advance.
  • bulldog12bulldog12 Member Posts: 7
    I am intereted in the exact car you purchased. The 2008 EX-L 4cyl Auto with NAVI. Can you give more information regarding your deal? Did you finance? If so how much did you pay up front, put down, and what is your monthly payment?
  • socalhondasocalhonda Member Posts: 24
    Yes I paid $23,000 (plus Tax and title and registration) for a 08 4cyl auto EX-L sedan w/out navi (included dest) here in Los Angeles last June and I got 2.9% financing. Los Angeles has great prices for Accords but it seems the rest of the country is paying more. I suppose the inventory is now dwindling but you never know, I even saw a brand new 2007 Accord EX V-6 on a dealer lot last Friday! Now that was marked way down.
  • cuvangcuvang Member Posts: 31
    I called Hardin they wanted $23.397 and told them your price , they say maybe. I have to be in store for manager approval. They have over 120 in stock. Will go tomorrow.
  • cuvangcuvang Member Posts: 31
    Is it a EXL sedan 4cyn? Wow that is unheard of , thats $2,000 off invoice! great job!
    How did you negotiate to this price? I offered $23,000 in SoCAL today, will wait til tomorrow to pull trigger.
  • socalhondasocalhonda Member Posts: 24
    You need to try Hardin Honda in Anaheim or Honda of Hollywood. Do everything over the internet and walk in, write the check and drive off. Both dealers are fair and will not try to rip you off. Just ask for a quote from the internet dept. and go from there. I got my Accord from Honda of Hollywood and they were very fair and didn't try to trick me in any way.
  • john91cjohn91c Member Posts: 10
    Wow you guys are getting great deals. I just bought a '08 Accord EX-L for $24,000 (includes dest & handling of $635 and clear bra for $399) + tax, which final #'s came in at $24,318. We're allowed to take off the trade value of our car and just pay the difference in the new car- trade in value for tax. So I only paid taxes on around $3300. We got the Polished Metal Metallic with gray interior. We got the car in Denver, CO, at Go Honda on 104th.
  • jks6jks6 Member Posts: 1
    Hi,

    I am looking to purchase an EX 4 cyl sedan in nj. What is the price I should aim for while negotiating. Also, if anyone has purchased one in nj, can they recommend a dealer? Thanks in advance for all your advise
  • ral2167ral2167 Member Posts: 791
    what did you trade in???
  • john91cjohn91c Member Posts: 10
    I made a bad choice in a earlier purchase in Jan. I bought a Jeep liberty lmtd 2008. I lost some $ because of the down payment but didn't end up "belly up" when they gave me trade in value for it.

    the reason it was a bad choice is because we already have a mini-van, odyssey, and we really didn't need 2 big cars/suv's. So we downsized to a mid/full sedan. The Liberty actually got decent gas mileage for a suv, 16 city, 23 highway.
  • fourkidmomfourkidmom Member Posts: 2
    when will the 2009 honda come out?
    will it be much more expensive than the 2008's that they are selling on the lots now?
    seems like a lot of accords in inventories on dealer lots
    what will the 2009 have that the 2008 accord does not?
    am I better off buying a 2008 for the price advantage?
    will there be any upcoming deals to get rid of hte 2008's before the 2009's come out?
    what is better? an accord or a camry?
    I like them both but the accord is about 1500 more for a 2008 versus a 2009 camry
    what gives with that?
  • isellhondasisellhondas Member Posts: 20,342
    I suppose I could let the resident "experts" answer your question and I'm sure they will correct me but...

    Look for 2009's in Spetember. I expect few if any differences.

    Yes, they will cost more. Everything is going up.

    You can get an excellent deal on a 2008 but don't wait too long.

    Both are good cars but the Accords drive so much better. My opinion only.

    Don't get confused over pricing because Toyota offers a bunch of confusing option packages. Hondas don't cost any more.

    Good Luck!
  • viet1viet1 Member Posts: 10
    4kidmom,

    Real men drive top Accord or Acura. Choosy Moms drive Camry. That's the rule of thumb. No question asked.
  • tracemillertracemiller Member Posts: 36
    when will the 2009 honda come out?
    August/September

    will it be much more expensive than the 2008's that they are selling on the lots now?
    No, it'll probably be the same price because the 08 has been redesign so the next 4/5 years will look like the 08 accord right now. Look at all the other generation of Accord before that. They keep the same design for 4/5 years. So, the 2008-2012 will be consider the 8th generation Accord. Nothing will be new and the 09 will be the same as the 08. Plus, the economy is not good right now so prices will not go up as Accords are not moving as fast as the Civics.

    seems like a lot of accords in inventories on dealer lots
    Yes, there are many. Accords do not move as much as Civics because of gas prices and the economy.

    what will the 2009 have that the 2008 accord does not?
    It'll both be the same. Same answer as above.

    am I better off buying a 2008 for the price advantage?
    It's up to you. Wait til the 09 comes out before getting the 08. You can negotiate more because dealers will want to move the 08 to make room for the 09. Don't worry about selection being low because you can select from the 09, if what you want from the 08 is not available anymore. Why pay the same price for the 09 when you can get the 08, which is the same car, for cheaper by haggling(must be at least
    $1000 below invoice to be consider cheaper, IMO).?

    will there be any upcoming deals to get rid of hte 2008's before the 2009's come out?
    I don't know about this.

    what is better? an accord or a camry?
    Camry are for older people while the accord is more for the younger generation. My parent just got a new camry and i don't like it as much as the accord. Accord is for male while camry is for female.

    I like them both but the accord is about 1500 more for a 2008 versus a 2009 camry
    what gives with that?
    Because the Accord is a cooler car. I like the Accord more because of how it handles. The camry isn't good at handling. This is what I got from driving both the accord and camry. Camry are cheaper than Accord in term of pricing but both are reliable car. Not that much difference between the features that comes with it. Accord have vehicle stability, camry doesn't. Camry has lumber support, Accord doesn't. etc....
  • ashton_nashton_n Member Posts: 16
    Guys,

    I have been trying to find some posts here with dealers in southern california region for EX-L V6 AT but have'nt found much info. Could anyone guide me to the right dealers that will give a good price without haggling like crazy.
  • socalhondasocalhonda Member Posts: 24
    ashton n:

    For southern California honda dealers try Hardin Honda in Anaheim and Honda of Hollywood. They both have good reputations and are low haggle dealers...use the internet dept's. I got my EX-L 4cyl Sedan at Hollywood Honda.
  • john91cjohn91c Member Posts: 10
    The rumor I heard from a couple of dealers is that the '09's are coming out sooner this year. Time line is mid-august. There's also going to be a diesel for the '09. Otherwise they didn't know of any changes made to the '09's.
  • tatseatatsea Member Posts: 17
    Riverside Honda - bought an EXL V6 from them about a month. Very happy with price and service. I highly recommend them.
  • cuvangcuvang Member Posts: 31
    Hey, go to Hardin Honda in Anaheim. They have a few there w/o NAV. I test drove 2, Mystic Green and Diamond white. Ask for Marrttinn nice guy(not suppose to use name) tell Dean refer you. I just got my mystic Green EXL 4cyn for $23,000 +ttl.
  • cuvangcuvang Member Posts: 31
    socalhonda,
    I got mine today at Hardin honda Anaheim for $23,000 + ttl. Thanks for your quote, that really close the deal. Finance was abit long waiting to get in, once in, I was in there less than 10minutes. Great Car and a great deal.
  • socalhondasocalhonda Member Posts: 24
    Congratulations! I got the same car. It's been a great car so far. I really like the Mystic green color and the black leather doesn't get too hot, although I did get the windows tinted.
  • kingpcgeekkingpcgeek Member Posts: 1,051
    After an hour in the sun black leather is not going to be any hotter then tan, grey, pink, purple etc. It heats up quicker, but after an hour all colors are the same temp.
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  • john91cjohn91c Member Posts: 10
    That is true but that's why they make tint. Huper Optiks all the way, the best heat rejection out there!
  • mejasonmejason Member Posts: 2
    I drove off the lot of Miller Honda in Van Nuys, CA last night in a black on black 2008 Accord EX-L 4cyl w/Navi, wheel locks, cargo tray and mud flaps with only 8 miles on it for $27,850 OTD.

    I did all negotiations via e-mail so i just walked in, signed the papers, paid for the car and then bailed.

    Hope that helps you determine how much you should be paying.
  • kingpcgeekkingpcgeek Member Posts: 1,051
    Congrats on the new car.

    It actually helps people more when you tell them the selling price of the car. OTD is not a useful number since it has variables particular to your location like taxes and plates.
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  • mejasonmejason Member Posts: 2
    Good point, $25,805 was the price with delivery charges but pre-tax and plates.
  • mcbuyermcbuyer Member Posts: 21
    I'm looking through today's ads and I see this.

    '08 Accord LX-P 4DR Auto Trans. MSRP $22,795 (Looks like car + $635 dest.)
    But they have three different LX-P cars and respective sale prices listed below:
    $20,084
    $20,172
    $20,269

    The invoice ($20,085) + destination ($635) = $20,720

    According to this they potentially are losing money. I understand they have a 2% hold back, but why advertise so low. Also, I see the same thing for their Civics which are supposedly flying off the lots and therefore don't/shouldn't require selling at invoice or below.

    Just makes me question if Honda is giving the dealer any incentives.
  • cuvangcuvang Member Posts: 31
    Socalhonda,
    AWESOME CAR! Just got it tinted (medium) today, man, it looks NICE! I had an Infinity G35 in 2004, Acura RL 2006, I am glad to trade down cuz of Ga$ prices. No regrets at all. The thing I missed was the Bose stereo, keyless starter and Homelink system. Other than that this car is solid. Hope I don't get the rattles like most folks on this forum. BTW just order the deck lid spoiler on Ebay. Mystic Green!
  • kingpcgeekkingpcgeek Member Posts: 1,051
    I am thinking about trading down next month when my G35 lease is up to a EX-L V6 Sedan or Coupe. The two things I am going to miss the most are the keyless start and the growl of the exhaust when you start the G. Having to take a key out of my pocket to open or start a car is going to be a real bummer. I'm worried about locking my keys in my car since a G won't let you.
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    2010 G37 Coupe
    2012 G37 Sedan
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  • kingpcgeekkingpcgeek Member Posts: 1,051
    I took a walk through a Honda dealership this morning to see the 08 Accords up close and personal for the first time. Coming from an Infiniti I was flabbergasted to see the dealer add on sticker which had $1900 dollars in items:
    Alarm
    Auto Butler
    Splash guards
    Wheel locks
    Trunk tray
    and one or two other items I can't remember

    Question to you all. There is no way I am paying for an alarm and Auto Butler, but how successful has everyone been at negotiating the other items' price down or having them pulled from the car.?
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    2010 G37 Coupe
    2012 G37 Sedan
    2014 Q50 RWD

    2017 Q60 3.0t RWD
    2018 QX60 RWD
  • pinellasfunpinellasfun Member Posts: 6
    I have been offered the following by a dealer. Does this sound fair to you all?

    Accord EX-L V6 Auto - No Nav - Add Auto Dimming Mirror
    $25612 - base price
    $ 350 - transfer charge (color of my choice no where nearby)
    $ 400 - dealer fee
    $ 385 - add auto dimming mirror
    $ 1655 - tax
    $ 110 - title / tag transfer
    $28511 - out the door

    Accord EX-L V6 Auto - with Nav - Add Auto Dimming Mirror
    $30647 - out the door

    I know the dealer fee, the transfer charge and part of the auto dimming mirror are mostly profit for the dealer, but overall, is this a fair offer from the dealer?

    Thanks!
  • pinellasfunpinellasfun Member Posts: 6
    $1900 sure sounds like there's a lot of profit in that. One of the other items may have been pinstriping. It's cheap to do and most dealers try to charge a lot for it.

    Prices below are for the parts only from College Hills Honda (a dealer well known for selling parts at a discount on the Internet).

    Alarm - 3rd party? I wouldn't even want it in a new Honda! - $???
    Auto Butler - maybe this is the Remote Start accessory??? $372.00
    Splash guards - $72.00
    Wheel locks - $35.00
    Trunk tray - $97.20
    and one or two other items I can't remember - $???

    I came up with $876.20 (assuming the Auto Butler is actually the remote start system). Not sure where the other $1000 comes from. Cheap 3rd party alarms are $150. Expensive ones with remote start included are under $600...

    Sounds like a rip-off. That sticker even being on the window would probably push me to another dealer right there... If they're the only dealers around just tell them you don't want any of that stuff and see what they say...
  • kddallaskddallas Member Posts: 1
    im looking for one too. where did you get your quote from? im also in the dfw area. thanks
  • carshoppncarshoppn Member Posts: 1
    I just got the following quotes:

    2008 Honda Accord LX Sedan AT : $19,500 + TTL

    2008 Honda Accord EX Sedan AT : $21,900 + TTL

    destination fees are included

    Are there good numbers?

    Thanks!
  • kingpcgeekkingpcgeek Member Posts: 1,051
    Auto Butler is paint/upholstery protection, I think it was $500. The alarm was $700!.

    There was no pinstriping believe it or not.

    Plenty of Honda dealers around, I am in Phoenix.
    2005 G35 Sedan
    2007 G35 Sedan
    2008 G37 Sedan
    2010 G37 Coupe
    2012 G37 Sedan
    2014 Q50 RWD

    2017 Q60 3.0t RWD
    2018 QX60 RWD
  • pinellasfunpinellasfun Member Posts: 6
    Auto Butler - there's the dealer's big profit item! I once paid a detailer $200 to recondition leather, shampoo carpets and do a machine wax job on an old SUV that really needed some elbow grease. $500 is an absolute ripoff for what amounts to some ScotchGuard and a wax job.

    $700 for the alarm? If you're lucky and getting a high-end alarm system with remote start, window up/down, etc, then it's only overpriced by a couple hundred. If they installed a cheapie, then this could be a $500 profit item for them. I personally wouldn't want a 3rd party alarm mixed in with a brand new Accord. I might consider the Honda branded remote start system if I lived in a frigid climate (but you don't). That's $372 with one remote. Add $109 for an second remote. That doesn't include labor to program it (and your dealer has to program it apparently), but that shouldn't be more than a 30 minute deal.

    I wouldn't let them do any of those things if you don't want them...
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