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Options: Auto-Dim Mirror, Bumper Step Plate, Roofrack
Bought from Brown's Mazda/Alexandria,VA for $21500
Worked out the pricing through emails. Got through the buying process without too much sales pitch or pressure to get the extra warranty or service packages.
One thing I didn't like was they couldn't give me an exact delivery time for the roofrack. Still waiting for it.
$23,038.60 includes $105 met. paint charge, a/c, cargo net, bumber guard, touch-up paint, and wheel locks + $1390 Fght/PDI. Waived satellite radio which represents $200 off in price above. Leased it at 3.4% over 36 months - 20k/yr">. Put $4000 down as security deposit to get rate down, but deposit is returned at the end. First month, Gas & Air taxes ($175), loan lien fee of $37.67, License Fee ($25), and $265 for window tinting plus taxes paid on delivery.
Dealership: Kieswetter Mazda in Kitchener, Ontario
+ base invoice: $ 16,326
+ automatic: $ 810
+ destination: $ 560
+ boston assessment fee: $ 218 (a legit. regional ad fee.)
- college rebate: $ 500
- trade-in: $ 3,320
Basically, I purchased the car at invoice price at Mazda Gallery (Norwood, MA) and the total out-of-pocket price including tax everything was $ 15K.
I could have gotten a better deal at Wellesley Mazda ($ 400 below invoice), but I got a much better price for my trade-in at Mazda Gallery.
Overall, a very friendly, easy-going transaction at Mazda Gallery. High recommended.
I'm considering the purchase of a 2006 Mazda5, Touring, AT, that was a dealer car. The car has about 5000 miles on it and, even though it's never been titled, the dealer is selling it as certified pre-owned which ups the warranty significantly. They've offered it to me at $18,450, which seems like a good deal to me -- any other thoughts? (I'm in Texas, btw.)
Also, has anyone else on here considered or had experience with the Honda Element? That's the other car I'm considering. (I know these seem different, but it's a capacity/flexibility thing for me, not 6 passenger seating.)
Thanks for your help.
i looked at the element too, but visibility was a problem for me on it. i have a friend who loves hers though. there was an article about the element in the austin-american statesman a month or so ago...
http://www.statesman.com/search/content/life/stories/cars/05/6element.html
love the mazda5, by the way!
The extra-long warranty does add value and I think there are a couple of other dealer extras on the car (privacy glass, etc.). Going to see it tomorrow, so I'll have a better idea then.
Thanks again.
Thanks,
SparcEE
i don't know anything about an extra long warranty so yeah that might make it worthwhile for you...
i didn't have ANY luck at roger beasley central, they wouldn't budge. but georgetown would (even though it's the same dealership) and they were very nice about it - they had a bunch of them on the lot which probably helped.
it's not too far out, one exit past round rock. good luck!
I don't have any problems with their sales tactics; I was originally shown a higher price but all negotiation tricks ended after they found out that I would buy through the Costco program. They were helpful, and generally informed about the car. But in the end I didn't trust them. I haven't decided yet if I wil still buy a Mazda but this experience has certainly soured my view on the company.
As an amusing aside, my salesperson told me I'd have a lot of trouble buying a car on the way out. Uh. No.
Incidentally I bought a BMW X5 two years ago in about two hours. I paid well over invoice, but still feel happy about my purchase because I felt I was being dealt with honestly and fairly.
I reported all this to Costco. I think I will learn what the markup is on this model. I'd be shocked if they tried to give me an inflated mark-up since it's so easy to verify, but I'll certainly report here if they did.
You've just described a car dealership at its worst. The good news is, it's not the absolute worst. I've heard stories where the sales people were liars, and the customer ended up getting ripped off.
Unfortunately, the dealership can be a reflection of the automaker. Not always, but often enough. Since the Mazda lineup has great cars, maybe consider a different dealer.
One thing that caught my attention was that the service manager denied having any knowledge about the A/C. Usually, when customers share common complaints on discussion forums, the dealer service centers have also received the problem. If you're ever at a dealership, and the sales and service people deny any knowledge of a problem that everybody else knows about, ask them to contact the automaker's headquarters and find out. Then, indicate it--even if you have to hand write it-on your contract. If they refuse to include that, you know you have some dishonest and crooked folks.
People, being a civil person will get you the respect you deserve..and will get you alot more..and this goes in everyday life in whatever you do. Being rude,arrogant and calling someone a liar without knowing all the facts is not the way you should treat people.
This person will never call the dealer back when he finds out that the price they quoted is in fact the Costco price, and he writes derogatory remarks abut the dealer.
Stamford Mazda made the right decision NOT selling this man a vehicle...
Is there anybody in PA got a good deal? Thanks.
As to the AC, I believe the problem is the AC itself, it's the location of the AC. The AC only work for the first row, it is difficult to cool down the third and second row. But I believe it is a designing problem, which can not be addressed by dealers.
I think that it is good to post dealer experiences, good and bad - others can learn from them. I'm in the market for a Mazda5 and appreciate this forum for all the information.
How hard is it for a dealer to call another dealer and ask for a copy of an invoice to be faxed?
takasumi - why even bother with this dealer? - he doesn't appear to be straightforward with you. How can you trust him? He acts like he's doing you a favor to sell you a car.
As I recall (it was awhile ago), there are several customer satisfaction ratings. One relates to the buying experience, one relates to servicing, and there are several others. In any case, the indexes are different for each part of the dealership. When I was buying a car, I asked to see the indexes - the selling index wasn't as good as the service one. I ended up not buying a car from that dealer, but having it serviced there. My experience tracked the indexes.
David
First, there has been no TSB issued regarding the AC system. It appears to be functioning as designed with the majority of issues related to cabin volume vs. cooling capacity. This is a design issue that can not be addressed by the dealer until Mazda chooses to issue a TSB if they feel it is a real issue. Personally, my AC works fine but I can understand why some would feel it is weak.
Second, there may and I repeat may be an issue with the control head in the sutomatic climate control system. I have sent a message out but do not have an answer yet and frankly do not know if the issues are isolated and have not reached those responsible for the solutions. I do not have auto climate control so mine is fine.
Third, it is unfortunate that there appears to be a communication issue between buyers and sellers. From the outside, it looks like the buyer may have expected too much and the salesman was not as prepared as the buyer. A little more time and a little more patience from both parties may have served both of their interests.
Finally, the dealer does have the final say. they can choose to sell or not based on the ultimate value they will gain in the transaction. My father bought 8 cars from the same dealer and had every service done there. This was of great value to them therefor he had little trouble getting the dealers best price the first time. Dealers are in business to make a profit and are entitled to that. Buyers are trying to get the most value for their money and deserve nothing less. The unfortunate part is that neither party can apparently pick up the phone and conduct business like gentlemen and have to resort to public negotiation to try to prove they are not the bad guy. Perhaps the next post we will see is as simple as "We Made A Deal" or "We were unable to make it happen" without the finger pointing.
Cheers,
Peter C.
So, if the thread seems to not make sense, that may be why... :surprise:
Hopefully, all problems will be worked out in the end..
Regards,
kyfdx
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Its not quite so simple...to the 'other dealer' the swap is a zero priority. many dealers, including myself, won't even take a swap call unless the other dealer needs the car 100%. Dealers also won't swap invoices and check availability until they determine that the other dealer has something they want in return, if not, no swap.....Dealers stock inventory for their dealerships not for other dealers to have a secondary lot to choose from.
often a dealer swap involves more negotiations (dealer to dealer)than the actual sale of the car.
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The dealerships are kept in the dark, just like consumers, regarding future incentives or programs... that's just smart business by the manufacturer.
Selection is dwindling while your waiting to possibly save a few hundred bucks(maybe none). Get your Mazda5 now if it's the right move for you to make. :shades:
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Anyhow, at these events, the participants get a $500 coupon good towards the purchase of any Mazda. I used one to buy my Mazda5 last year.
There is no current Mazda College Grad Program/Rebate available at this time.
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if mazda does some sort of promotion this summer, i might go check out the 5.
I am not qualifed any more.
Can the 4 cylinder auto handle the family or is the best bet the manual? It seems to be roomy inside.....does it have room for 3 in the back seat if you have 2 child seats??
Any feedback is appreciated.......
We also have two kids and we usually keep the last row seat folded down to store the dual stroller, diaper bag, and other kids related stuff. My wife can still manage to find enough space in the back for a trip to Costco and Target.
We've also taken the car on a 500+ miles road trip to Pittsburgh and back, and the car performed great.
As for 3 in a row in the back, I don't think it will work. There is only two sets of seat belt in each row of seats, and with two car seats in one of the back row, there isn't any room for a 3rd person.
we selected Mazda5 Touring model. and got $18,500 price ( doesn't include taxes and etc) which include destination charge. but we were limited in colors only black.
even though we bought it I still don't know if Touring play mp3 discs. hope will find out tomorrow.
we selected Mazda5 Touring model. and got $18,500 price ( doesn't include taxes and etc) which include destination charge. but we were limited in colors only black. even though we bought it I still don't know if Touring play mp3 discs. hope will find out tomorrow."
Is this for the Mazda5 Touring with automatic transmission?
I live in Chicago area and am in the market for M5.
I got a quote on a M5 touring model with Mazda S plan.
The options I have are as follows
o auto trans
o auto dimm mirror with compass
o rear bumper step
o cargo net
o wheel locks
MSRP including dest charge is $20,715. With S plan, dealer quoted me at $19,303.
Is it a good price to buy or I shall look for somewhere else?
Thanks!
I can't believe that in this day where a Canadian dollar is about 90 US cents that the price differential between our countries for vehicles is so large. Essentially up here we are paying a lot more for the same vehicle.
I would take the S Plan. It is as simple as it can get.
We are getting 25 mpg and I have already put 1000 miles on it (2 road trips so far). It is perfect for our family of 4 (boys are ages 10 and under).
Great car for the money!
see my post - #316
We paid $23,038.60 on a GT manual trans includes a/c, cargo net, bumber guard, touch-up paint, and wheel locks Fght/PDI.
We waived the satellite radio promo at the time which took another $200 off and we got a $200 trade-in, both in price above. Gas & Air taxes extra ($175)
We opted for the base radio - wanted like $600 or $700 for the 6-disc/MP3 - too much considering you can get an iPod for a few hundred and do the same.
Dealership: Kieswetter Mazda in Kitchener, Ontario