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Today I purchased a (slightly) used 2009 Altima S (4cyl, CVT). 7300 miles, about 6 months old.
Here's the lowdown from new:
Base price: 21,540
Moon roof deflector: 100
Splash guards: 135
Conv pkg: 1050
Conv + pkg: 1100
Trunk sub-floor organizer: 140
Mats: 175
Aluminum kickplates: 170
Destination: 720
MSRP: 25,130.
I paid 17,850
This was a purchase from a private seller; he was originally asking 18,990, and we've been involved in this process for a couple of weeks. I'm happy with my purchase, which was approx $2k under the retail price of an identical (used) vehicle. I love the car so far - Dark Slate with Charcoal interior. I almost purchased a new 2010 without the Conv pkgs, but wanted this one instead - to each their own I guess.
My first purchases will be tinted windows (yep, NC is hot in the summer) and a Grom Audio adapter for useful iPod control.
Thanks!
I will buy it as soon as I can before they change their mine.
I was looking for a Altima 2.5S with ONLY the convenience package.
I am quoted a price of $20,590+taxes (No hidden fees) from a dealer.
I have received this price after getting a discount for being an employee of a partner company with Nissan. I am also a graduate student, hence might qualify for another $500 discount.
But the tax is almost 9.5% ...
do you think this is a good price after getting a VVP pricing or is this an average deal?
thanks
3.5 SR Premium Package
Sport Package
Moonroof Wind Deflector
Floor and Trunk Mats ($175.00- you got to be kidding me! Ugly)
MSRP $30,265.00 includes $720.00 destination charge
I paid $27,065.00. This included $1500.00 in rebates.
I also got 3.7% financing. Plus one year free scheduled maintenance.
I likely could have done better, but I don't feel I was badly robbed either.
I came in with my selection narrowed to 3.5 CVT coupe or sedan and color choices down to 2. I test drove coupe, then the sedan. Coupe was uncomfortable. I'm not in my 20's!
I needed a car within 5 days as my beloved 2002 Maxima was totalled in a crash. (damn snowstorms!) Very safe car, that Maxima, escaped without a scratch nor ache. I did not share this information with the salesperson. Needless to say, there was no trade in involved.
I came prepared with my laptop, Edmunds info, and a large stack of maintenance and repair receipts from the 02 Maxima. I had all manufacturer recommended repair and maintenance done at a Nissan dealer that was closer to my office than the dealer I was buying this new car from. I wanted to present the image of a "package deal" as a potential customer.
In the end, I felt I paid a fair price and was comfortable with the process.
Are there general guidelines to negotiate a deal? Like, if the dealer quotes 21k+tax+title for a 2010 altima, do I ask him for 21k OTD??
Thanks
I like to keep the subject on selling price with the destination fee of $750 included. That is how the MSRP is listed, both on the sticker and on Edmunds.
When you start including taxes, title, docs, it serves to muddy up the waters and make it confusing. Don't even go there until a agreed upon price is reached.
I'd say you have a good deal there!
Tell the dealer which options and packages you want and what you will say no to.
I stated I wanted the premium and sports package and NO tech package.
Mine came with exactly those 2 packages , plus bonus wind deflector $100.00 and (ugly) $175.00 floor and trunk mats and I was not charged for those.
I am really glad I did not want the tech package. I love the rear back up camera! It is on the large screen where nav screen would be if you have tech package. If the tech package was included the back up camera screen would be on the rear view mirror. It would be little. Ick!
You can get a tom-tom or garmin nav for under $100.
Edmunds advice says to be clear on what packages or options have NO VALUE to you. The clearer you are on this and it holds NO Value the better chance you have of it being non-negotiatable.
is this a good deal?
Altima 2.5S with ONLY the convenience package.
I am quoted a price of $20,590+TTL from a dealer.
I have received this price after getting a discount for being an employee of a partner company with Nissan. I am also a graduate student, hence might qualify for another $500 discount.
But the tax in my state is almost 9.5% ...
do you think this is a good price after getting a VVP pricing or is this an average deal?
thanks
I saw in the advice articles that when you do the pricing report from Edmunds use the dealer invoice column and offer less than what that shows. My price report showed dealer invoice $27567 and I offered 26,000 initially. Then they have to try and work up from your low offer. Instead of you working them down. Gives you a little feeling of control.
Leave the OTD stuff till you can agree on the selling price.
I'm no expert, I might have done better. but I also don't feel I was taken advantage of. At least not too badly.
well, Since I will be an employee at Microsoft corp at redmond, washington, All dealers offer me a price lower than the invoice. Nissan dealers said they offer 3% below invoice.
Do you think this is a good enough deal or I must go below even more?
For e.g, the selling price I have been offered is around 21.5k.... this is actually 750 below invoice. You think I can get a better deal??
Ofcus now, there is a 1000 off until march 31. but i wont be able to buy the car until may/june.
Thanks
If you look back over the months of this discussion topic, apparently every month has some special deal that is going to expire at the end of that month.
I think the best time for you to buy is when you are actually able to do the transaction. If that is May or June then it is what it is. You will be at your best bargaining position when it is the right time for you. It wouldn't hurt to try offering less than what they have offered so far. Especially if it is the last day of the month and you have your papers and checkbook with you.
Anyone else able to get a deal like this? I just wonder how this was able to while others were not.
I am sorry if its a naive question, but i am new here. is the price u have mentioned out of the door or only sales price?
Thanks
What do you do if you've already plunked down a deposit, the dealer is doing a locate and in the interim a dealer you had contacted before is beating your current price by 500 bucks? Anyone been in this situation and had luck getting a lower price down from the purch. order?
Thanks.
looking for same thing,
was there a 1k discount from Nissan?
I'm in the process of negotiating for a 2010 Altima 2.5SR with Splash Guards, Convenience Pkg, Convenience Plus Pkg, Fog Lights, 2.5SL Package, & Technology Pkg which includes NAV. What can I expect to be lowest price a dealer will go for including Dest charges. Thanks ahead of time.
Did anyone have experience with the update? Is it worth it or are there any updates to the way GPS operates?
Thanx!
K
Base 3.5 SR
Premium Package
Sport Package
Tech Package
Aluminum Plates
Floor Mats
Trunk Organizer
$27,647
+ Doc
+ Tax
How was this deal? Purchased in NJ and 1.9% financed for 60 Months in lieu of $1K rebate.
Invoice is 23,277. Negotiated 177 discount below invoice and had to go to next county to get a .01 tax difference (230). Paid for new 2010 Altima 2.5S OTD 24,325.
conv
conv +
Winter front exterior / Blond interior
Then did upgrades myself (under 1k) - OEM fogs, spoilers, splash guards, IPOD kit connection, and 35% tint all round. Seriously why is it required that you need to paired up with other packages if you just want fogs and spoiler??? :mad:
I got a quote for a similar altima with just the convenience package, kick plates and splash gaurd for around $20.5k, not including TTL.
But i received this quote last month when there was a $1000 nissan cash back. I was told that offer would end by the end of march.
Thanks for the reply. Was the quote from a sales rep in the internet department?
They actually have another 1k cash back right now, but I opted to go with the financing offer instead. So I guess i over paid by about 1.6K :mad:
However, spread over the life of the car, that isn't too bad I guess.
http://www.fitzmall.com/fitzway/carfind/RESULTSB.ASP?V_XREFID=FTOLD97889*O:2010-- 02-16T23:15:03.937
It was from the internet dept. But I got some additional discount pricing because there is some tie up with the company I will be working for. So probably thats the reason.
How do you like the car though?
someone in this forum bought the same car with conv. pkg., splash gaurd and matts for $19,020.
currently there is a $1000 cash back plus $500 dealer hold back.
well enjoy your ride.
Even given all of this, I still love my car and I would definitely recommend it if you can get a good price.
I intend to buy the sedan. Sorry for the pricing details I gave you.I meant it for the 2010 sedan. I think for the coupe,its a pretty good deal. so you havent overpaid i think
thats nice to hear.have a nice journey with the car
2010 Altima 2.5S Auto with conv. pkg, floor mats, and splash guard for $20,300 not including TTL. I know someone mentioned $19,020, but it was hard to believe it was a real deal.
What do you think of my price?
The price I got ($20,300) is including $1,000 incentive. They are still offering this incentive. I wonder anyone is getting the deal under $20,000 for the spec I mentioned.
Any of you recently purchased 2010 2.5S with Conv & Conv+ in NJ area? If so, how much did you pay? Is $21,719 good starting price? Price will jump $1000 if I go with 0% APR for 36 months. How is your experience with North Plainfield Nissan, NJ?
Thanks,
Rocky
Thaks for the heads up. I was considering them as they offer free lifetime oil & filter chagne. Do you mind me asking what you bought and how much did you pay at DCH Nissan?
Thanks..