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Lexus RX 330 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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$44,479 and $43,279. This is a fully loaded RX330 AWD with Navigation, Bluetooth, Premium Package, and also the Rear DVD system.
Several dealers said to just put in a DVD system afterwards to have 2 separate screens in the headrests which would run $2k. Is this a good idea? If we do this, we can pick up a car at an MRSP of 45,753 for $40,988.
What do you think?
I am toggling between the RX330 vs. MDX (both base models). I am thinking I can get the MDX (non-touring) for $34k. Do you think I can pay that for the RX? Or am I looking at high $30's.
Thank you for the help
I like the idea of factory installed items, although, the factory installed DVD will be only one screen in the middle, while the dealer installed option would be two screens, one in each headrest, which I think may be more practical.
I got the $45,708 (now $45,753 due to the increase in the destination charge) for $41k even, so your deal on that one is right there too. But the best I could get the one with the DVD was $1800 more. So I am thinking if you can get that plus the Levinson for $2200 more, that is the best value.
I do think the stock stereo is a little weak, but it fulfills my needs. Have you been able to check both out? I have not heard the Levinson at all. That may be a waste for you if you are indifferent, so you may be better off with just the $45,753 car and add the dealer installed DVD system.
all dumb questions, just looking for someone that may have been offered a good price for the extended warranty, something that is probably never needed on this vehicle.
....Bob
Also, Does $1,000 (msrp $1,800) more for chrome wheel seem reasonable?
Remember though that aftermarket products installed by anyone not the dealer (like a Circuit City DVD) is not covered under your warranty, so if you ever have an electrical problem, they are undoubtedly going to blame the aftermarket product you got installed. So I would price it at the dealership as well and consider paying a little extra to have it covered under your warranty.
The chrome wheels don't add that much to me visually, so I would not pay more than $500 for them personally.
I would go hard on the $48,500 car and try to get it for $42,000, especially if they have it in stock.
Car is 2 wheel drive with leather interior, moon roof, luggage rack, 6 cd changer, wheel locks, 18" wheels.
What is the real value of this automobile? The leasing company wants to charge me $25,600 in April on next year and $27,071 today.
I believe the car is not worth this much and that I should therefore turn it in. Leasing company is Chase Auto Finance and they are not willing to negotiate.
There is a template to follow at the bottom of the page, so be sure to include all relevant information..
Also, no leasing company will negotiate 4 months ahead of time on your lease buyout.. Why not? They don't have to.. if you want out now, you have to pay their price... or keep the car and make the payments..
When it gets to be about a month before your lease is up... and they can see current auction values...and feel they may be taking a financial loss on the car... they may be in more of a negotiating mood..
regards,
kyfdx
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The dealer did not have a MSRP when ordered because of possible shipping increases. We calculated it to be around $47033.00. He said our cost, if no increases will be $42,147.00 plus $129.00 Doc Fee, $55.00 tag transfer and 6% NJ sales tax. It appears some folks are getting better prices off MSRP but we are very satisfied, we were able to order the package we wanted.
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Package
Options:
Heated Seats, Rain Sensitive Wipers, Headlight Washers
18" Wheels
Towing Package
Tow Hitch Receiver
Cargo Mat, Wheel Locks
I think you will find that silver is probably the most popular followed by white. That is the information I received from a Wilmington Delaware Lexus dealer. Your Lexus dealer should be able to give you a better idea of this. Color popularity possibly varies by region. My sister has Savannah Metallic, a friend of mine has the Bamboo Pearl, they are both good colors.
If this is for you, just choose what you like, Lexus does not have a bad color. IMO the dark colors Black Onyx, Black Forest Pearl, Flint Mica and Neptune Blue require much more attention and probably need to be washed more often while White and Silver can go for days without cleaning.
By the way, it appears shipping increase was $45.
I'm a first time poster and have learned a lot just reading your posts. If anyone has a better quote in the southeast, please let me know.
2006 RX-330
Premium Plus Package with Additional Options
MSRP $41,178
WE PAID $35,500
APR 5.90% for 60 months.
Dealership is in El Monte, Longo Lexus to be exact. A month prior to that, I bought a Lexus 06 ES330 for about 88% of the MSRP price.
Happy Holidays,
Bhavin
Now if it had 300 miles on it then I would make a big deal out of it! But I know from a fact that when the dealerships get the cars they already have approx 6 miles on them right off the truck.....then if you read your pre-inspection check list it tells you right in black and white that the tech must drive and test all systems prior to delivery.....due to shipping regs there are allot of fluids and other greases that cannot be put into the car until it reaches the dealership.....(have a buddy that works at a Honda dealership and actually watched him prep a new car for placement on the lot). The pre-inspection can last anywhere from 20 min to well over an hour....depending on the make....luxury cars have a much bigger pre-inspection due to all of the high tech stuff!
But to say there is a "scam" going on is kind of a stretch!
"scam".... yes I agree with newmowner!!
It is great to have a diversified forum.
So that may need to be considered.
It does not hurt to ask what you consider excess mileage, you want the best possible vehicle for your money. I doubt that many people ever have a problem with their RX that is delivered with 70+ miles on the odometer but given a choice, I would prefer less than 10.
Good luck with your RX.
This is just another reason why I and others like newmowner have responded about what we consider excess miles.
People that are hired to drive cars from one dealership to another (dealer trades) will get into that new RX with 6 miles on it and drive 75 - 80 mph on the interstate. On the off ramp they may hit the brakes hard, why should they be concerned, its not their car. I would prefer to break the new RX in myself.
Just more to think about and consider before paying out $40K or more for your new RX!