Has anyone bought a 2012 MDX in Minnesota recently? If so, please mention the price you paid, trim and dealer name. thanks. Also, did anyone test drive both a 2012 and 2013 and choose a 2013 instead? Curious to know your feedback as well.
Kind of new here....We have only one dealer here in Charlotte who does not send a quote on the internet. Others are pretty far away around 200 miles away. What can I do to get a quote from him? It seems he already had 2013 models on his lot...even then MSRP for MDX with tech shows 47K+ on his site..Any suggestions here to negotiate...
Uhhh go down to the dealer and hammer out a deal. That's what I did...wasn't really planning to buy...just test drive. But they were within $500 of my target on their first offer so we worked it out and I drove it home. Old school...I know. Worst case you're out an hour or two of your life....at least you won't be stuck behind a computer!
I am not sure...since I can't share my email address here either.
I am getting close to finalize my deal, but it is not ideal comparing to what people are getting here. Maybe different states make a difference in the price as well.
Radley is full of [you know what]. They offered to beat any price by $300. I presented a price in writing and they wouldn't even match it.
They also said their dealer fee was required by VA law (in writing, ironically). This is bs - a "fee" is simply allowed by VA law. Big difference.
Personally, I'm letting them keep their excessive 2012 inventory and everyone else should too. Unless you make them take a bath on the car. In that case go ahead.
Received the delivery of MDX+Tech yesterday. Final closing price was 39,998+ tax + tag + fees. Closing $43,000. Thanks to this forum I was able to find the ongoing rebates and prices which helped me negotiate the price for the MDX. Did not receive the loyalty $1000 discount as the campaign is over.
The dealer is, in fact, not required by any law. However, a dealer not showing it in the deal for all buyers runs the risk of being sued for discrimination. As we all know, regardless of what the dealer F&I people will attempt to argue, the dealer fee is simply part of the selling price of the car. In essence, dealer profit. Smart buyers simply reduce their offer to account for this dealer profit scheme. It is surprising so many posters on Edmunds seem to accept the dealer fee as legitimate.
Radley is like any other dealer. They give nothing for nothing. They are, of course, looking for the most profit they can get from any buyer. I have purchased two Acura's in the past two years. In both cases, I found a better deal in Maryland.
I agree and always ask for an out the door price. I could care less about dealer fee, doc fee, bagels in the breakroom fee, etc. - they can call it whatever they want as long as the OTD price is agreeable.
I don't, however, agree Radley is like most dealers. Sure, everyone is looking to maximize profit. But Radley puts it in writing they will beat any deal by a certain amount. Radley puts it in writing that dealer fees are required by law. I haven't encountered others who blatantly lie to potential customers like this.
Finally pulled the trigger and got the 2012 MDX with tech pkg for $38827+dest+ title+EVT+doc+tax. Out of the door was approx $43127. I did not qualify for any loyalty or military or any other discount other than 3000 dealer cash.
I am in the market for MDX + tech/ent package for 2012 model. What is the best price others have paid for this recently. I want to make up my mind and complete purchase asap.
Just picked up a 2012 MDX with Tech package for $38190 (which includes destination) + TTL in the Bay Area in California. We also bought some accessories and the 8yr. / 120k extended warranty, which is why I think we were able to get the price so low. Was able to get 0.9% financing.
We would rather not share the dealer name, but will offer the following:
* MSRP of the vehicle was $47,600 * We purchased an 8 year / 120K extended warranty at full price * Black rails, towing package, and cargo cover at full price * Out the door price was $47,450, with 0.9% financing
Also, a second dealership offered to match, but not beat, this same deal!
At the end of the day, it's the OTD price that matters. If you're getting $1000 off the warranty, you're probably paying $1000 more for the car. When they write up the purchase contracts, our experience is that they always itemize the accessories and warranty at full price, and then discount the car to what they need to satisfy the agreed to OTD price. We suspect this is because they do not have control over pricing from the service department or Warranty program, as those are different P&Ls.
Deal from a week ago- 26,700 price plus tax, tag. $1300 in accessories and service installed at no charge. If you assume dealer cost on the accessories is $500, my deal was low $26k or if I had to by the accessories and service my net cost is 25,400 plus tax, tag.
You have to look at the OTD price, this is what matters at the end of the day.
From negotiating on this round, and purchases in the past, our experience is that whenever they say they're giving you a discount on the warranty or accessories, what they do in practice is reduce the purchase price of the car, and keep the full price of the warranty and accessories on the purchase contract.
As mentioned, we suspect this is because the service and corporate warranty departments are different Profit/Loss centers for the business, and they do not have flexibility on pricing.
So what's the OTD price you paid for your 2012 MDX base? What are the accessories you paid $1300 for and installed at no charge? OK, I see. You actually could have paid $25,400 plus tax and tag (whatever that is), and that $26,700 was including accessories but excluding tax and tag. Right? What the OTD? Location? Is it a used? How many miles read? Thanks.
40 miles on the odometer. Tow package quoted at 1k plus maint/oil changes. Did the entire deal on the phone and text. So OTD. Was 26,700 including dealer fee so added tag and tax. Under 40k all in. Shopped it hard....think it was decent deal as I don't get off the George Washingtons very ez. Have a lot of Honda/Acura product and only have dealt w tire batteries and reg maint!
Hi, I am planning to buy a 2012 MDX with Advance Entertainment packages. The best quote I got is for $46,100. It does not include the DH and TTL. This deal is from a chicago suburb dealer. Is it a good deal. It will be my first Acura and am new to this forum. Thank you for helping out.
Looks like a pretty good price. Pulled the trigger for 42.5 plus tax for an mdx tech with entertainment but was quoted your same price for the tech pkg in the atl area
Thanks for this forum. I purchased the vehicle yesterday for $39,500 + TTL. I bought 8yr/100K warranty also from the same dealer for $2100. Dealer admitted that this is $300 more than the actual price they get from Acura ($300 is their commission).
I am researching MDX Advance. I have been reading this forum for information and it has been helpful. I am in the New England area and would welcome some information on Advance prices in this area.
Also wondering what general experience there is in accessory pricing, list price vs. actual. It is challenging to discern what the various accessories add to the prices in this forum due the variability of descriptions. I am looking at roof rack pkg, towing pkg, running boards, protection pkg and list price of accessories quickly adds up. Is the relative percentage of Edmunds TMV to MSRP a decent way to target a price range?
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Also, did anyone test drive both a 2012 and 2013 and choose a 2013 instead? Curious to know your feedback as well.
What can I do to get a quote from him? It seems he already had 2013 models on his lot...even then MSRP for MDX with tech shows 47K+ on his site..Any suggestions here to negotiate...
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Any other way you can send the details to me?
I am getting close to finalize my deal, but it is not ideal comparing to what people are getting here. Maybe different states make a difference in the price as well.
They also said their dealer fee was required by VA law (in writing, ironically). This is bs - a "fee" is simply allowed by VA law. Big difference.
Personally, I'm letting them keep their excessive 2012 inventory and everyone else should too. Unless you make them take a bath on the car. In that case go ahead.
Thanks to this forum I was able to find the ongoing rebates and prices which helped me negotiate the price for the MDX. Did not receive the loyalty $1000 discount as the campaign is over.
Radley is like any other dealer. They give nothing for nothing. They are, of course, looking for the most profit they can get from any buyer. I have purchased two Acura's in the past two years. In both cases, I found a better deal in Maryland.
I don't, however, agree Radley is like most dealers. Sure, everyone is looking to maximize profit. But Radley puts it in writing they will beat any deal by a certain amount. Radley puts it in writing that dealer fees are required by law. I haven't encountered others who blatantly lie to potential customers like this.
Just my experience.
thanks
thanks for sharing the great info and I feel you got a very good deal.
I am in bayarea as well and do you mind to share the dealer info with us?
thanks in advanced
$39877 for 2012 MDX+tech
* MSRP of the vehicle was $47,600
* We purchased an 8 year / 120K extended warranty at full price
* Black rails, towing package, and cargo cover at full price
* Out the door price was $47,450, with 0.9% financing
Also, a second dealership offered to match, but not beat, this same deal!
At the end of the day, it's the OTD price that matters. If you're getting $1000 off the warranty, you're probably paying $1000 more for the car. When they write up the purchase contracts, our experience is that they always itemize the accessories and warranty at full price, and then discount the car to what they need to satisfy the agreed to OTD price. We suspect this is because they do not have control over pricing from the service department or Warranty program, as those are different P&Ls.
26,700 price plus tax, tag.
$1300 in accessories and service installed at no charge.
If you assume dealer cost on the accessories is $500, my deal was low $26k or if I had to by the accessories and service my net cost is 25,400 plus tax, tag.
1. 2012 MDX w/tech - $41000 (Incl destination) + $299 (Doc fee) +TTL
2. 2012 MDX w/tech & Entertainment- $43000 (Incl destination) + $299 (Doc fee) +TTL
How can I better these prices? Anybody got anything better in the Boston/ NE area?.
From negotiating on this round, and purchases in the past, our experience is that whenever they say they're giving you a discount on the warranty or accessories, what they do in practice is reduce the purchase price of the car, and keep the full price of the warranty and accessories on the purchase contract.
As mentioned, we suspect this is because the service and corporate warranty departments are different Profit/Loss centers for the business, and they do not have flexibility on pricing.
2011 MDX Tech/Ent Package and running boards
Certified
25,500 miles
Negotiated down to $37,500 + Taxes/Fees
Good Deal? Should I pull the trigger?
I've already walked once on the deal, so pretty sure this is there lowest price.
Thanks for the help!
Also wondering what general experience there is in accessory pricing, list price vs. actual. It is challenging to discern what the various accessories add to the prices in this forum due the variability of descriptions. I am looking at roof rack pkg, towing pkg, running boards, protection pkg and list price of accessories quickly adds up. Is the relative percentage of Edmunds TMV to MSRP a decent way to target a price range?
Thanks in advance.