2013 and earlier Volkswagen Jetta Prices Paid and Buying Experience

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  • BilKopBilKop Member Posts: 12
    Wow, that's fantastic! What was the price before taxes and fees?
  • katie27katie27 Member Posts: 2
    I did my negotiation through emails.
    I am in the state of Indiana. The first dealer gave me invoice price which comes to $20340 out the door, and would not go below that. The second dealer is in Chicago which is 120 miles away and gave me $19580 out the door but she mis-calculated Indiana sales tax. Emailed this offer to a couple of other dealers. One totally pissed off and said this offer was impossible. The other, which is my local dealer, matched the selling price and with real indiana tax, it comes to $19664. The problem is that they do not have the base model that I want and need to get it from somewhere else.
    The question is whether I am getting a good deal. Since there was a dealer who got pissed off by the price, maybe the deal is good. But Danny's quote from post #512 is much better than mine. Is Janurary not a good time to buy?
  • BilKopBilKop Member Posts: 12
    That sounds like a lot, katie27. I'm in Boston, and the lowest total I got (with all taxes and fees) for a 2009 Jetta S automatic was $18,200 (base price for car = $16,900), which I did not take. I'm still shopping around for a lower price. What's the sales tax in Indiana? It's 5% in MA.
  • katie27katie27 Member Posts: 2
    Thanks BilKop for your reply. The tax rate in Indiana is 7%. The base price for the car including destination charge is $18,200. Your price sounds really good. If they make a profit with that price, it must mean that there is some factory to dealer incentive that I don't know of. Do you know anything about that?
  • SnoopansSnoopans Member Posts: 1
    I'm currently saving up enough money to flat out buy myself a car. I've been looking into the VW Jetta 09 TDI and was wondering does it smell like diesel fuel and how difficult are owners finding it to find fuel?
  • redvwredvw Member Posts: 40
    I have 600 miles on my 09 TDI no smell at all! In the my local area about 1/2 of the fuel stations have diesel fuel. I use shell diesel fuel.
  • mariobgoodemariobgoode Member Posts: 114
    Just got my wagon yesterday. Paid MSRP, can't find anything below that in NY, NJ or PA. Reserved a car in July but nothing came with my specs, so I had to settle for one without GPS. Would have been nice to have it built in, but dealer said the nav was delaying the production of my car. Don't wanna wait until VW decides to make it according to my spec sheet.

    No diesel smell at all, not even when I was standing next to the pump; a little louder engine, but no big deal. Getting adjusted to the diesel engine and its glow plug technology - this is my first diesel car. Very different from the diesel cars my friends drove several years ago, which were sluggish, noisy and belched smoke.

    I'm getting 50+ mpg. Not bad at all.

    Regular gas @ 1.89 while ULSD is 2.39 in the NJ area. Most service stations in Metro NY offer ULSD now, but make sure you don't get the truck diesel - they're not always the same as ULSD.

    Happy motoring!
  • gotgt3gotgt3 Member Posts: 114
    I'm on the market for a GLI but there is on information on them regarding prices paid or lease terms. Anyone out there with a recently leased GLI?
  • fho2008fho2008 Member Posts: 393
    Nice....didnt have the TDI when I bought, my next VW will be TDI.
  • camrnlendycamrnlendy Member Posts: 15
    Just bought a 2009 Jetta SE, Automatic with Navigation in New York.

    Black on Black.

    Gave us invoice (according to the dealer and Edmunds) of $22957. Got $6000 for trade of a 03 Jetta with 55K miles in fair condition. 4.9% financing with $6000 trade cash and extra $5000 down came to about $250 a month for 60 months.

    Good deal?
  • dieselfitter1dieselfitter1 Member Posts: 42
    How much are dealers willing to discount a TDI Wagon.

    I have a chance to get one,it's on the lot,with what I want ,including the right colour.

    As it sits right now,it is $900 to $1000 less than invoice.
    I told them that I would not pay for the PDI-pre delivery inspection. Is this good? I have been hearing that there is not much downward movement pricewise on SportWagen's with TDI
  • buckeyewaynebuckeyewayne Member Posts: 5
    that really sounds like a pretty good deal to me, I live in Maryland and I am
    considering a Jetta SE in the next few months but am torn between buying
    or leasing. They have some great lease rates out now. How do you like the
    Jetta so far, and what is your actual gas mileage. Is it comfortable and powerful
    out on the freeway?
  • soroka24soroka24 Member Posts: 10
    36 months
    12000 miles/year
    Zero down

    Sale price 21,213
    Cap Cost 22,451.12

    292.10 per month

    Did all negociating over email.

    How'd I do?
  • buckeyewaynebuckeyewayne Member Posts: 5
    I would say that sounds pretty good to me, I wonder what your residual is
    after the 3 years? That is what you could purchase the vehicle for after
    the lease is over, should you choose to do so? I am shopping myself
    for a possible purchase within the next 6 months but not totally clear
    on what vehicle I want yet. I have an O3 Ford Taurus that I want to
    downsize. Leasing is ok if you do not go over mileage on it, but can
    be pricey if you do............ Good luck with your new one, sounds like
    a winner........... buckeyewayne
  • BilKopBilKop Member Posts: 12
    Hi everyone! So after months of looking, I finally bought one! :) Not an SE, but an S (wanted fabric seats). I ended up driving to NH (I'm in MA) and got it for $17,665 (with a mat package). I felt like it was a good deal. Better than down here anyway. And the doc fee was about half of what you pay here. Still have to pay taxes in MA of course.
  • labradorjxlabradorjx Member Posts: 1
    nice choice :)
    does the price include TTL?
  • kdubyakdubya Member Posts: 2
    Just got the following internet (e-mail) quotes for 09 Jettas:

    SE Automatic $19,999
    SE Manual $18,999
    Wolfsberg Manual $20,999

    with $300 off and free window tint. Houston, Texas.

    Is this a good price and are there any hidden items to watch out for?

    :confuse:

    Also - how much will an oil change / general maintenance on one of these cars run?
  • carbuyer81carbuyer81 Member Posts: 4
    Total out the door price $21,574 (including everything).

    Should I take it?
  • ral2167ral2167 Member Posts: 791
    is that with state sales tax included, and if so, what's the tax rate?
  • buckeyewaynebuckeyewayne Member Posts: 5
    well, if you insist on the Jetta being the car for you, personally
    I have been shopping in the Honda line and over here (Baltimore)
    I've been offered a new Honda Accord on the road with all taxes
    and fees for $21,000 so I think the Accord is a much better car
    than the Jetta and the resale value will be much more in 3 or 4
    yearsl That's my story and I'm stickin' to it!!!
  • ral2167ral2167 Member Posts: 791
    an accord for 21K out the door wouldn't have nearly as many "niceties" as an SEL out the door. it's probably an LX - or LX-p model.
  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 268,209
    Let's stick to Jetta pricing in this forum, please..

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  • carbuyer81carbuyer81 Member Posts: 4
    Yes. It includes 5% MA tax, and after $1000 cash to customer incentives.

    Thanks!
  • muk9muk9 Member Posts: 3
    I am looking at an '09 Jetta SE in Racine, WI and I have a quote for 18,800 + T,T,L. It ends up about 20K out the door.

    I am hoping to talk down to 16-17 out the door, think its possible?
  • buckeyewaynebuckeyewayne Member Posts: 5
    well, off hand I would say that if you can get it for about 19,000 to
    19,500 on the road and out the door, that would be pretty good,
    You'll never see 16 or 17 K for that car, they just do not have
    that much mark up in them. I know an SEL with sunroof in some
    places you can get for around 21K on the road. But, I have been
    looking at Honda Accords (much better and more reliable car) and
    I am in a bidding war right now between two dealers. One is offering
    me one with sunroof (EX) for under 21,000 out the door. Over here
    (Baltimore) you can get a Honda Civic (basically same size as the Jetta
    for around 18,000 on the road. Gotta love those Hondas, best resale
    value of anything on the road today and gas mileage is excellent.
  • jonbostonjonboston Member Posts: 10
    can you tell me what dealership this was in MA? I'm looking for an SEL and am going to Wellesley VW today. I have to turn in my Passat lease and am looking ot buy. I think I may want the Jetta SEL Auto. Was this price Manual or Auto? Please let me know where you got it and the exact specs on the car. Thanks for the help!
  • jonbostonjonboston Member Posts: 10
    I just got back from Wellesley VW after checking out the SE and SEL (automatic transmission and no other options). I'm leaning toward the SE. I am hoping people can send me what price they paid (without sales tax)??? Please specify price, fees and where you purchased or where you received the quote. Thanks for your help!
  • muk9muk9 Member Posts: 3
    I got quoted 18,800 on an '09 SE without T,T,L initially. Hopefully that gives you a starting point.

    I am in SE Wisconsin.
  • jonbostonjonboston Member Posts: 10
    thanks, muk9. can you tell me the msrp on that same car? was it with outo or manual? thanks
  • muk9muk9 Member Posts: 3
    Hrm, I dont know the MSRP really because I didn't go to the dealership but I would guess it was in the range of 21,000-22,000. That's pretty typical for the SE.

    I am looking for a pretty stock SE automatic because the SE has so many great features: leatherette, heated seats, moonroof, 6-disk changer, etc.
  • carbuyer81carbuyer81 Member Posts: 4
    It was Wellesley VW, and I have done most of my negotiation online. Here are the approximate breakdown:

    selling price: $21,167
    tax: $1058
    title&reg: $86
    doc: $263
    cash to customer: -$1000

    I really want SEL, but like others say, it is expensive compared to other cars with the same size. I think I would need to negotiate a little further.

    How was Wellesley VW? Were they willing to work with you on the price?

    Thanks!
  • jonbostonjonboston Member Posts: 10
    I just received three quotes today:

    Minuteman VW (Bedford, MA) - $18,995 (if using VW financing) + reg, doc, tax.
    Boston VW - $18,995 w/o VW financing or $17,995 w/VW financing + reg, doc tax.
    Wellesley VW - $19,826 (although I think the MSRP is $22,094 on this as opposed to the other ones at $21,195) + reg, doc, tax.

    These were all preliminary offers with no real negotiation. I'm assuming I can do slightly better. Any thoughts??? I am waiting to hear back from all 3 of them to see if there is more wiggle room. Will keep you updated. If anyone has a better deal, please let me know.

    Also, does anyone know how much money you would need to finance through VW to qualify? I really don't need to do it, but if I'm getting an extra $1,000 off the price, it may be worth it. I'm wondering if I could finance like $500-$1,000 of it only if I would still qualify for it and get the reduced price. Anyone have any experience with this??? Thanks.
    -Jon
  • buckeyewaynebuckeyewayne Member Posts: 5
    Hey, I live in the Baltimore area and I am out of the running for
    the VW sweepstakes, decided to go for the Honda line, much
    better and more reliable car and I like the styling a whole lot
    better. I purchased (today) an 09 Accord EX with sunroof
    and all the goodies out the door and on the road for $20,000
    which is a damn good deal! It is real sharp and runs like
    a dream. thanks, Buckeyewayne
  • jonbostonjonboston Member Posts: 10
    Not really sure why you keep pushing Accords on a VW Jetta forum. For the record, I have a Pilot and actually already tested the Accord. I like Hondas, but the Jetta is much more fun to drive, has better accessories, is sportier and cheaper than the Accord. So, while your opinion may be appreciated on the Honda Accord forum, it is not needed here. Now, can anyone else comment on what they're paying for a JETTA SE??? Thanks.
  • patrickzpatrickz Member Posts: 2
    This forum has been of great help to me in my search for a new car!
    I just paid $15,750 (w/o tax, tile, doc fees) for a Jetta S with 5sp in Raleigh NC
    w/ 3yr 0% apr!!
  • tbrametbrame Member Posts: 2
    I am looking to purchase an 09 Jetta 2.5 S, and was curious what people have been paying for these. I am looking at a Black Automatic with the Mugello wheels.

    Also, does anyone have any idea what type of financing offers will be available for April? I am in the Midwest Ohio...

    Thanks for anyone's input.
  • dgc110dgc110 Member Posts: 2
    I paid $18,500 for a new '09 Jetta S Wagon with auto (before taxes and fees). No additional options. Did I get a fair deal?
  • carbuyer81carbuyer81 Member Posts: 4
    I have benefited from this forum when I was in the market, and I want to share my experience. I have purchased my Jetta SEL (with 4 rubber floor mats and trunk liner) at $21,192.50 out the door.

    selling price: $19850
    tax: $992.50
    title & reg: $86
    Doc: $263

    I think that they tend to give you more discounts toward the end of the month, and doing negotiation online was much more effective at least for me. Also, it was really important for me to find a dealer who are willing to work with you to find the car I want since it is a big investment!
  • jonbostonjonboston Member Posts: 10
    Anyone else with pricing for the month of April? I live in MA and was curious what people are seeing. Also, does anyone know what the April incentives are? I was told by one dealer it was roughly $2,000 in March assuming you financed through VW, but April is now only $1,500. Anyone know for sure? Thanks.
  • ishcmishcm Member Posts: 1
    Just got quoted a price of $22,500 plus tax and license for a 09 Jetta TDI automatic with sunroof and floor mats. With California tax and license the total comes out to $24,683. Is this a good deal? The edmunds.com TMV pricing says most people are paying $24,117 for the same car, but is that with tax and license included?
  • jrct9454jrct9454 Member Posts: 2,363
    No - Edmunds [nor anyone else] can't estimate tax and license for every jurisdiction in the country....which is why I always discourage people from posting buying numbers labeled "out the door". This number has no meaning since your tax rate and my tax rate are completely unrelated. All I want to know is what you're paying for the car before the govt gets paid.

    Anyway, your TDI deal sounds like a very good one indeed, and proof that the dealers are finally recognizing that there are lots of cars to be had out there. Discounting of TDIs has finally come to our neck of the woods, as well [Portland, OR].

    (When posting prices, please tell us the price of the car separate from local sales taxes and licensing fees - the latter are simply irrelevant if I don't live in the same locale you do.)
  • marcboymarcboy Member Posts: 2
    Hi,
    I looked but couldn't find the answer, so forgive me if this was discussed before.

    I read the experience from various people but they all concern 'non basic' cars.

    I am interested in getting the base Jeta model, on a lease.
    VW advertises $199 a month for 36 month & $2499 as first payemt.
    Is it possible to get a better price than this one for this car ?

    I asked a few delears (Seattle area), and their all told me that they can't lower this price, some are even reluctent to even sale such a car :)

    thansk for the info
  • panchito1panchito1 Member Posts: 2
    Today I bought an 09 Jetta TDI for $21,400 plus taxes and tags (freight included)

    Specifications:
    Automatic transmission
    Rubber mats kit (including splash guards)
    IPod adapter (built-in to the arm rest not a cable)

    I'm interested in learning what other people have paid recently. Having a $1,300 and sales tax rebate also helped. So in the end my out-of-pocket cost will be approximately $19,100.00
    :shades:

    I was shopping around for a while and couldn't find any dealer that would go below $22.6
  • trader85trader85 Member Posts: 6
    Do you mind explaining how you got it from 21,400 to 19,100 out of pocket after a 1300 rebate? Were there other rebates involved and how did you avoid tax?
  • investor27investor27 Member Posts: 59
    Where did you get the 09 Jetta TDI with DSG automatic, Rubber Protection Kit, and IPod adapter for $21,400? Thanks.
  • panchito1panchito1 Member Posts: 2
    did not avoid taxes. price did not include taxes and registration

    car $21,400
    MD taxes $1,284
    Title $213
    Dealer processing fee $99
  • agargentaagargenta Member Posts: 1
    Ishcm, where did you get this quote (of $22,500)? Was this for a sedan?

    I am looking to buy a Jetta SportWagen TDI (manual) and only two dealers in the SF Bay Area are even willing to talk MSRP pricing. Everyone else seems to think that JSW TDIs should sell with a hefty dealer markup ($2-4k).

    Does anyone else have any "success stories" of buying a '09 JSW TDI in North California for less than MSRP?
  • investor27investor27 Member Posts: 59
    I have been searching for the Jetta SportWagen TDI DSG over here from the East Coast to the Midwest, and the lowest offers I have gotten, from multiple dealers, is MSRP. I believe VW just didn't import enough of these SportWagen TDI. I will wait a bit more to see if pricing improves on them, because in this economy, there are plenty of other brands making bigger deals for my money. MSRP is just rediculous, perposterous really!
  • joelk01joelk01 Member Posts: 56
    Took delivery of a TDI Sportwagen that had been previously ordered but the buyer walked before delivery. Dark blue, NAV, Sunroof, 17" tires, and manual. Paid about $800 less than MSRP which I believe is about $800 over invoice. The dealer was willing to negotiate some but not much as this was the only TDI Sportwagen they were going to see in a while. I was also paying cash, so that may have helped. Love the car!
  • investor27investor27 Member Posts: 59
    Congratulations on your new purchase! I, too, am paying cash for the car, but that doesn't seem to matter with these dealers here in WI. I can get the sedan TDI DSG for up to $1700 under invoice, but I can't get the SportWagen TDI DSG for around invoice or a bit over invoice. The wait continues, but if I have to wait too long I'll purchase something else. Thanks for the update.
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