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So Invoice + flat fee is an unrealistic request on a "lot" car... but it makes sense on a factory order because the dealer incurs little cost and the fee is pretty much his profit. Depending on the volume of MINIs he sells per month and/or the time of the month when you order, they can gauge whether the deal works for them. "flat-fee" levels the playing field for the buyer. Example: Two buyers want to do a factory order. Buyer (a) wants a "basic" MINI with no add-ons and Buyer (b) wants a "fully loaded" MINI... from the dealers perspective it doesn't cost them any more to order/deliver either one so the "fee" to do so should be the same. And lastly, FIND A DEALER THAT WILL WORK WITH YOU. Not all dealers are the same. Shop around. Expand your search out a few hundred miles... if you're doing a factory order most of it can be done via email any way!
I live in SoCal (82° today *grin*)... My dealer would probably do the deal, but that don't help you much unless you have some time... I mean, if you're gonna save $1,500 or more, the plane ticket and vacation trip driving back home would be "paid for". Or check down south... same thing only closer to you.
I just read on the net that October was a bad sales month for MINI in the USA... maybe your local dealers will be more receptive to dealing with you in the latter part of the month when they have a better handle on their projected monthly sales...
Your job now is to keep this dialog going... keep us posted on what you do and what you experience on your trek toward MINIdom... so as to educate those that follow.
I leave you with this observation... "He who can not afford a new $15 keyboard should perhaps pause and reflect before buying a new car." hahahahahahaha
Plus as the old saying goes, a bird in hand is worth two in the bush. Dealers would much rather send a consumer off in a vehicle that they have ASAP than wait for an ordered vehicle to come in and possibly watch the deal fall apart.
Lastly, the longer a vehicle sits on the lot, the less desirable it is. Mini dealers will be very anxious to unload any remaining 2009 models that they have now that the 2010 models have started to arrive. The longer it takes them to unload their leftover inventory, the less desirable it is to consumers and the larger the hit they will have to take to get rid of it.
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The basic thrust of my initial comments are from my very recent, personal experiences in doing a "factory order". Having gone to, or contacted a number of dealers within a wide radius over the past few months, I am convinced that there is no way I could walk on to any MINI lot tomorrow and get a 2010, equipped the way mine is for the price (below MSRP) that I will have paid. (it should be here in a bit over two weeks)
I certainly agree that dealers should be more receptive to deal on 2009s the later we get into 2010 season, everything you say is true, but that goes for any "year old" model product be it a car, a computer or a washing machine, but I will still counsel anyone to shop around. I talked to MINI dealers during my search that, because they were the only dealer in the area, tended to fall into the mindset that they controlled the product and if you wanted it you had to deal with them. I was actually told by a sales person while looking at window sticker that they were charging a premium over MSRP because of demand, and that was just the way it was... I have their card posted on my bulletin board as a constant reminder. B-)
If there are a few people in the NY area that are looking to buy, perhaps we can all save a few hundred or maybe a grand each if we all go in together to buy.
The best dealer out of the 6 or so places will get 2, 3, 4, or 5 car sales in one fell swoop - if they give us aggressive pricing.
Anyone in? I'm looking to pull the trigger in the next few days - week at the latest.
I'm in. I'm looking to buy within the next few days as well and any help in reducing that MSRP will be very much appreciated.
With that said, I am currently talking to dealers in the Princeton NJ and Morristown NJ areas and if I make any good negotiations there, I'll be sure to mention the possibility of pulling in more buyers for further reductions, if any.
What kind of car are you looking? Factory-built or on the lot?
Maybe we can open a chat via aim or facebook? etc..
I hit 3 dealers already with the email quote thing.
I'm looking for an S Convertible.
This could really work? Even though I know dealers read this blog.. They need to sell - last month was very slow.
Let's do this.
You can email me - techdirektor@yahoo.com
So how can we do this? email me - techdirektor@yahoo.com
I have 3 other people so far who SAY they are interested.
First, have you "built" the car you want at the on-line MINI website? If you haven't, then do it now... if you have, then be prepared to attach it to your follow-up email to those dealerships that get back to you...
Give me your email address, once we establish a dialog I'll send you contact names and numbers.
BTW, I forwarded your email to them already, asked them to be on the lookout for an email from you.
With one group - we have even more power?
Please let me know.
With this big of a group - we can email directly to the FLEET MANAGER.. who doesn't make commission.
Frank - techdirektor@yahoo.com
2010 Cooper S
Black Metallic
Xenon Headlights
Automatic Climate Control
Navigation System
Bluetooth/USB/Ipod adapter
Alarm System
Limited Slip Differential
MSRP: 28000
Invoice: 25452
Price Paid: 26152 (not including TTR)
Dealers going to throw in the floor mats. Says estimated arrival will be some time in February (if not earlier). Can't wait!
Do dealers negotiate from the actual dealer cost, or the higher priced "factory invoice?"
I know that the actual dealer costs are lower then the "invoice price."
I am in socal and am looking to get a similar deal on a Clubman I am going to order. Can you tell me the name of the dealer and sales person you spoke to?
Thanks much Please reply to miniclub"at"houseofmoye.com
Do you happen to know the December money factor/residual rates for a 2010 Mini Cooper S? Looking to lease in SoCal.
Thanks!
i sent you an email a few days ago. not sure if you got it. if you didnt, let me know
The forums actually has a specific discussion about leasing a Mini, "MINI Cooper Lease Questions". Any future posts on this subject would probably be better off there. Thanks.
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Could you send me an email with the same information too?
dungphung46@yahoo.com
Congrats on your purchase - you did very well. If you don't mind me asking which dealership did you purchase your Mini from? I'm also getting ready to order mine.
You may send your reply to jmpin805@gmail.com.
Thanks and regards,
Joseph
"Ride quality" is largely subjective.
Second: I have driven my daughter's 2007 MINI
[ edit: non-S ]
a number of times, and ride in it regularly.
It is a long way from anything with a wheelbase
as long as an Escalade.
But for what it is - and the 'real world' fuel mileage -
it has been an excellent car - for her.
YMMV.
- Ray
Good luck....
CALBEAR85 @ gmail dot com
This month of January you can get some great deals, we got the premium package free, but you must purchase by Jan. 31st.
dab_runner@yahoo.com
I bought mine from a socal dealership. Awesome buying experience. They even have a bulldog mascot, there! My salesperson was not pushy, knew about the product, and even drove a vintage mini, herself. I really appreciated not being pushed, and that she let me take my time to check out the cars, and make a decision. I am very pleased with my car, and the price I paid. Will be a Mini owner for life.
Do you mind to send me his contact info?
ansonHH@hotmail.com
Thanks,
Anson
2008 MINI Hardtop
Oxygen Blue (no one likes this color, but it happens to be the color I want )
Premium Package
16800k miles
White Stripes
Price: 16300k, will probably be $18k with everything: tax, registration, title, doc fees($200, hate that!), etc. I believe I just need to pay the different in tax and my tag when I get it.
I have shopped for the same car but 2010 and in Georgia, price was about 22k with no premium package but with bluetooth, ipod adapter...
Please let me know, thank you in advance!! :shades:
What dealership is this you dealt with Cristian for $700 over invoice he said he would do again? Thanks rtmover
Horizon Blue
Premium Package
Sport Package
Cold Weather Package
Convenience Package
Chrome Line int.
Chrome Mirror covers
17" Crown Spoke (pref)
Total- $22,900 smiling all the way home, it is good to serve in Germany....And Mini will ship it home no extra cost
Not sure I'd join the service to get it, but if you are already in.... well...
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#1323 of 1333 Re: Best Deal And Customer Service Ever [e90335i] by sw2 Jan 20, 2010 (10:00 pm) Save | Reply
Replying to: e90335i (Jan 18, 2010 10:48 am)
Hi, I just had a great buying experience at Momentum Mini in Houston. I got an 09 MCS Auto, Sparkling Silver w/ white roof and mirrors, white bonnet stripes, prem pkg, xenons, clear signals, bluetooth/ipod adapter and tint for $26,700 inc ttl. The service was great and I would recommend them anyone in the Houston area. Matthew was my salesman and he was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. Mini of the woodlands were also very helpful, but they didn't have the options we wanted on anyy of their 09's.