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  • jefflee1jefflee1 Member Posts: 1
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  • sravansravan Member Posts: 3
    I have been delaying to buy this car for quite some time and was in contact with a dealer. I am now ready to buy it. As I have been talking to this dealer he says he is gonna give me the best he could. Here is what offered

    Lexus RX 350 AWD,NP, CP, PP, Wood & Leather, CargoMat&Net, 12-Speaker, Tow Prep, WheelLocks,
    MSRP (inc Destination Charge): 47250.00$
    Dealer Price:42897.00$ (says he can go little below, wont reveal invoice price yet)
    Is this a good price in NY/NJ are?

    I have not talked to any other dealer, but on phone got price of 42900$ from another dealer. I saw some posting with price as low as 40500.00$ in CA area. One more dealer offered to be near this mark with an added incentive of 25000Miles recommended service.

    Also, I was thinking of additional equipment
    19 Inc Wheels, Sports Package & 120 V power plug.
    What do you guys think of these options, are they useful, especially Sports Package. Since I wanted a little more road feel in curves.

    Thanks
    -SK
  • jsportjsport Member Posts: 4
    Thank you marabunta for sharing your experience. It sounds like you got a great deal on the vehicle. Did the MSRP price of $47,250 include the destination charge and any other additional fees? I went to their site and when I spec it out with the NAVI package it does not add up to $47,250? Can you also list all the options it came with including any factory installed options. Cheers!
  • marabuntamarabunta Member Posts: 24
    It did not include the $1000 I spent for dealer installed chrome wheels or their document fees, California taxes and California license fee. I hope this helps you. Note that Orange County has less sales tax than Los Angeles County. Here you go, but I deleted part of the vin and key code:

    Model Description: RX 350 5-DR SUV Category ..........: G

    Year ............: 2010 Current Dealer ....: 310-60454

    Interior Color ..: LB20 BLK Wholesale Dealer ..: 60454

    Exterior Color ..: 0212 OBSID Previous Dealer ...: 00310

    Body ............: 5-DOOR SUV 4X2 Invoice Date ......: 10/20/09

    Number of Cyl ...: 6 Ship Date .........: 10/20/09

    Allocation Number: 101 Retail Date .......:

    Engine Number ...: Date of First Use .:

    Vessel Number ...: 542 LDRC ..............: NO

    Vessel Name .....: BELLONA Damage ............: NO DAMAGE

    PDI ...............: YES

    Fleet .............: NON-FLEET

    Port PDS Complete .: NO



    VIN .............: JTJZK

    Ignition Key.....: 4



    Factory Installed Accessories: CP EK FT NV PA PM TO WU

    Port Installed Accessories ..: Z1 3T



    Retail

    Vehicle Base Model ....................: $ 37250.00

    Total Accessories .....................: $ 9144.00



    # PERFORMANCE FEATURES

    * 3.5 Liter 275HP Four Cam 24-Valve V6 Engine

    with Variable Valve Timing (VVT-i)

    * 6-Sp Automatic Transmission w/"Snow Mode"

    * Column-assist Type Electric Power Steering

    * 4-Wheel Power Assisted Ventilated Front & Solid

    * Rear Disc Brakes

    * 18" Aluminum Alloy Wheels

    # SAFETY FEATURES

    * Dual Advanced Front Airbags, Driver & Passenger''s

    Knee Airbag, Front & Rear Side Curtain Airbags

    Front & Rear Seat Mounted Side Airbags

    * 3-Point Safety Belts for All Seating Positions

    * Front Seat Belt Pretensioners w/ Force Limiters

    and Manual Height Adjustment Anchors

    * Front Active Headrests

    * 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with

    Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake

    Assist (BA) / Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)

    * Energy Managing Crumple Zones, Side Door Beams

    * Vehicle Theft-Deterrent Sys w/Engine Immobilizer

    * Automatic On/Off Headlamps / Integrated Fog Lamps

    * Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

    * Safety Connect: Automatic Collision Notification,

    Stolen Vehicle Location, Emergency Assist Button

    (SOS), and Enhanced Roadside Assistance

    (1-year trial subscription included)

    * Variable Front Intermittent Wipers

    * Tire Pressure Monitoring System

    Tool Kit and First Aid Kit

    # LUXURY AND CONVENIENCE FEATURES

    * Lexus Premium Audio System, Automatic Sound

    Levelizer (ASL), and In-Dash Single Feed 6-Disc

    CD Auto-Changer, In-Glass Antenna w/FM Diversity

    System, Bluetooth Technology, XM Satelite Radio

    (includes a 90-day trial subscription)

    * Auto Dual Zone Climate Control Sys w/Rear Vents

    * 10-Way Power Driver''s & Front Passenger''s Seats

    * Power Tilt-and-Telescopic Steering Column

    * Height Adjustable Headrests for All Seats

    * Reclining/Sliding 40/20/40 Split Rear Seat

    * 3-Spoke Steering Wheel with Audio Controls

    * Cruise Control

    * One-Touch Up/Down Pwr. Windows w/Jam Protection

    * Power Door Locks with Anti-Lock Out Feature

    * Lexus Homelink Universal Transceiver

    * SmartAccess Passive Entry System

    * Rear Black Privacy Glass/Integrated Rear Spoiler

    * Genuine Wood Interior Trim

    * Premium Roof Rails

    * LCD Screen for Ventilation, Audio Settings

    * Multi-Information Display with Lexus Personalized

    Settings, Trip Computer and Outside Temperature

    Display

    * Tonneau Cover

    * Carpeted Floor Mats

    Retail Total

    Vehicle Base Model ..........................:$ 37250.00 $ 37250.00

    Comfort Pkg: Bi-Xenon Headlamps, Adaptive Fro 1950.00

    Lighting Sys, Intelligent High Beam, Rain-sen

    Wipers, Heated & Ventilated Driver/Pass Fr Se

    12-speaker Premium Audio System ............ 110.00

    w/Auto Sound Levelizer (ASL), In-Dash ......

    6-Disc CD Changer ..........................

    19" Aluminum Alloy Wheels .................. 660.00

    Navigation System Includes: Hard Disc Drive 2465.00

    Navigation System, Lexus Enform with Destinat

    Assist and eDestination (includes 1-year tria

    subscription), Lexus Insider, Voice Command,

    XM NavTraffic, XM NavWeather, and XM Sports &

    Stocks (includes 90-day trial subscription)

    Intuitive Parking Assist ................... 500.00

    Premium Package Includes: Leather Trim Interi 2400.00

    One-Touch Open/Close Moonroof, Auto-Dimming

    Electrochromic Power Heated Outside Mirrors,

    Power Rear Door, MP3 Mini-Plug w/USB Audio Pl

    Tow Prep Package: Transmission Cooler, Heavy 238.00

    Alternator & Radiator (ball mount not include

    Wood & Leather-trimmed Steering Wheel & Shift 330.00

    Accy Pkg: Cargo Net, Cargo Mat & Wheel Locks 232.00

    Cross Bars ................................. 259.00

    --------- ---------

    Total Accessories ...........................: $ 9144.00 $ 9144.00

    Destination Charge ..........................: $ 875.00

    TDA .........................................:

    Dealer Holdback .............................:

    Whsl. Financial Reserve .....................:

    ---------

    Total .......................................: $ 47269.00
  • tobe_cx7tobe_cx7 Member Posts: 26
    I've got same spec when I contact him (per yoru previous post) but difference is that my base model price is 38650$, Did you buy RWD? because I asked for AWD quote. If you can pm me your email (for some reason I cannot able to do that), I would llike to forward you what I got and get your opnion.
    Thanks
  • sparky57sparky57 Member Posts: 4
    I think the 2010 RX 350 will be the same as the 2011, The 2011 GX will have a body change and is coming out in a few months?
  • jsportjsport Member Posts: 4
    tobe, if you read marabunta's post you can clearly see that he did in fact purchase the 4x2 model thus accounting for the difference in base price for the vehicle.

    Body ............: 5-DOOR SUV 4X2 Invoice Date ......: 10/20/09

    Please post specs with price breakdown of any new purchases. This would definitely help people who are currently working on deals =)
  • marabuntamarabunta Member Posts: 24
    I would like to update my post. I gave the dealership a $3,000 deposit on my car, but they were to install the chrome wheels before I picked it up and finalized the purchase this evening. I went to get the car and they had not yet installed the wheels because they were out of stock in the parts department. I decided I wanted to take the car with me this evening so I went to pay them the balance. At that point I noticed that the balance was higher than it should have been. Upon looking into the matter, they stated that my price should have been plus the destination charge. I pointed out to them that they said the car was originally $47,269 and that they had agreed to sell me the car for $40,900 and that since they included the destination charge in the price that they quoted for the original price of the vehicle that would indicate that the lower price should include the destination charge. A manager came in and agreed to allow me to purchase the car for the quote with it including the destination charge. The salesman commented that they may be changing the way that they respond to requests for internet price quotes. I wanted to point this out to avoid anyone having last minute changes to their deals. They really want to sell the cars and I believe that people may be able to get the destination charges included in the price as I did. Again good luck.
  • oncogene03oncogene03 Member Posts: 10
    Any recent good deals in Austin, Houston or San Antonio, TX? Wife wants a RX and I was hoping for a good deal in Dec. The best quote I got is $43,000 +TTL. Any help of recent deals would be great
  • sdsurfer100sdsurfer100 Member Posts: 1
    Did anyone purchase RX bought extra warranty? Can you share your experience as what kind of warranty and price? Is that price negotiable? Is it worth it? Thx.
  • tobe_cx7tobe_cx7 Member Posts: 26
    Ok-here's what I got then for 4x4 AWD....Does anyone got anything lower then from anywhere else? Seems like people were making 41-42K for same spec (maybe park assist and 1-2 things extra in this quote).



    VEHICLE INQUIRY REPORT DATE: 12/17/09 TIME: Model Number: 94xxC SERIAL # :Ax0xx8x Check Code: 6 Model Description: RX 350 5-DR SUV Category ..........: F Year ............: 2010 Current Dealer ....: 310- Interior Color ..: LB10 LB10 Wholesale Dealer ..: 60454 Exterior Color ..: 01G0 GRNIT Previous Dealer ...: 00310 Body ............: 5-DOOR SUV 4X4 Invoice Date ......: Number of Cyl ...: 6 Ship Date .........: Allocation Number: 113 Retail Date .......: Engine Number ...: D512963 Date of First Use .: Vessel Number ...: 750 LDRC ..............: NO Vessel Name .....: TMMC CAMBRIDGE Damage ............: NO DAMAGE PDI ...............: NO Fleet .............: NON-FLEET Port PDS Complete .: NO VIN .............: 2T2xxxx9 Ignition Key.....: 4xx86 Factory Installed Accessories: CP EK FT NV PA PM TO WU Port Installed Accessories ..: Z1 3T Retail Vehicle Base Model ....................: $ 38650.00 Total Accessories .....................: $ 9144.00 # PERFORMANCE FEATURES* 3.5 Liter 275HP Four Cam 24-Valve V6 Engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT-i)* 6-Sp Automatic Transmission w/"Snow Mode"* Full Time Active Torque Control All-Wheel Drive* Column-assist Type Electric Power Steering* 4-Wheel Power Assisted Ventilated Front & Solid Rear Disc Brakes* 18" Aluminum Alloy Wheels# SAFETY FEATURES* Dual Advanced Front Airbags, Driver & Passenger''s Knee Airbag, Front & Rear Side Curtain Airbags Front & Rear Seat Mounted Side Airbags* 3-Point Safety Belts for All Seating Positions* Front Seat Belt Pretensioners w/ Force Limiters and Manual Height Adjustment Anchors* Front Active Headrests* 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) / Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)* Energy Managing Crumple Zones, Side Door Beams* Vehicle Theft-Deterrent Sys w/Engine Immobilizer* Automatic On/Off Headlamps / Integrated Fog Lamps* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)* Variable Front Intermittent Wipers* Safety Connect with: Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Location, Emergency Assist Button (SOS), and Enhanced Roadside Assistance (1-year trial subscription included)* Tire Pressure Monitoring System* Tool Kit and First Aid Kit# LUXURY AND CONVENIENCE FEATURES* Lexus Premium Audio System, Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL), and In-Dash Single Feed 6-Disc CD Auto-Changer, In-Glass Antenna w/FM Diversity System, Bluetooth Technology, XM Satelite Radio (includes a 90-day trial subscription)* Auto Dual Zone Climate Control Sys w/Rear Vents* 10-Way Power Driver''s & Front Passenger''s Seats* Power Tilt-and-Telescopic Steering Column* Height Adjustable Headrests for All Seats* Reclining/Sliding 40/20/40 Split Rear Seat* 3-Spoke Steering Wheel with Audio Controls* Cruise Control* One-Touch Up/Down Pwr. Windows w/Jam Protection* Power Door Locks with Anti-Lock Out Feature* Lexus Homelink Universal Transceiver* SmartAccess Passive Entry System* Rear Black Privacy Glass/Integrated Rear Spoiler* Genuine Wood Interior Trim* Premium Roof Rails* LCD Screen for Ventilation, Audio Settings* Multi-Information Display with Lexus Personalized Settings, Trip Computer & Outside Temp Display* Tonneau Cover* Carpeted Floor Mats Retail TotalVehicle Base Model ..........................:$ 38650.00 $ 38650.00Comfort Pkg: Bi-Xenon Headlamps, Adaptive Fro 1950.00Lighting Sys, Intelligent High Beam, Rain-senWipers, Heated & Ventilated Driver/Pass Fr Se12-speaker Premium Audio System ............ 110.00w/Auto Sound Levelizer (ASL), In-Dash ......6-Disc CD Changer ..........................19" Aluminum Alloy Wheels .................. 660.00Navigation System Includes: Hard Disc Drive 2465.00Navigation System, Lexus Enform with DestinatAssist and eDestination (includes 1-year triasubscription), Lexus Insider, Voice Command,XM NavTraffic, XM NavWeather, and XM Sports &Stocks (includes 90-day trial subscription)Intuitive Parking Assist ................... 500.00Premium Package Includes: Leather Trim Interi 2400.00One-Touch Open/Close Moonroof, Auto-DimmingElectrochromic Power Heated Outside Mirrors,Power Rear Door, MP3 Mini-Plug w/USB Audio PlTow Prep Package: Transmission Cooler, Heavy 238.00Alternator & Radiator (ball mount not includeWood & Leather-trimmed Steering Wheel & Shift 330.00Accy Pkg: Cargo Net, Cargo Mat & Wheel Locks 232.00Cross Bars ................................. 259.00 --------- ---------Total Accessories ...........................: $ 9144.00 $ 9144.00Destination Charge ..........................: $ 875.00 ---------Total .......................................: $ 48669.00
  • svofan2svofan2 Member Posts: 442
    ...and how much are paying for this beauty?....and where?....thank and enjoy the "Christmas present"
  • tobe_cx7tobe_cx7 Member Posts: 26
    offer is:
    MSRP 2010 RX 350 AWD: $48,669
    Offering price: $42,509 +TTL
    This is in Southern cali thru dealer mentioned in previous post. What you people think of this?
  • my2009tjmy2009tj Member Posts: 3
    I got an $ 44900 OTD offer with comfort/ nav.
  • my2009tjmy2009tj Member Posts: 3
    for lookin2buyrx :

    where did u get that great deal?
    can u post that zipcode?
    I am in Los angeles.
    thanks!
  • lobstermalobsterma Member Posts: 1
    Thanks for all the posts in this forum. I learned a lot from it. I bought 2010 RX 350 AWD last weekend. NP, CP , PP , remote engine start...... MSRP $47,625. I found Lexus of Watertown and IRA of Manchester NH have the best price. I bought the car from Manchester dealer - the sales person is very nice and they are quick on the negotiation. Lexus of Northborough is nice but the price is not competitive- it wastes time to negotiate for 1 hour and only get a couple of hundreds discount. I recommend IRA Manchester NH. They don't allow me to publish the price I get, but let me say it is a very good price. They can match any price in MA area. If Manchester is too far for you, try Watertown. Their price is agressive as well.

    I think the timing is getting better and better towards year end. So be patient and shop around , you will get what you want .

    Happy holidays!

    Good luck!
  • rparisrparis Member Posts: 368
    What was the price at Watertown before any taxes and fees?

    Can you say if there was a large difference between Manchester and Watertown?
  • sravansravan Member Posts: 3
    I have been delaying to buy this car for quite some time and was in contact with a dealer. I am now ready to buy it. As I have been talking to this dealer he says he is gonna give me the best he could. Here is what offered

    Lexus RX 350 AWD,NP, CP, PP, Wood & Leather, CargoMat&Net, 12-Speaker, Tow Prep, WheelLocks,
    MSRP (inc Destination Charge): 47250.00$
    Dealer Price:42897.00$ (says he can go little below, wont reveal invoice price yet)
    Is this a good price in NY/NJ are?

    I have not seen many other dealer, but on phone got price of 42900$ from another dealer. One more dealer offered to be near this mark with an added incentive of 25000Miles recommended service.

    Also, I was thinking of additional equipment
    19 Inc Wheels, Sports Package & 120 V power plug.
    What do you guys think of these options, are they useful, especially Sports Package. Since I wanted a little more road feel in curves.

    Is a 120V power plug available on a no entertainment Car.
    Without an XM subscription for traffic, does the Navigation much usefull

    Thanks
    -SK
  • marabuntamarabunta Member Posts: 24
    I purchased mine with 19 inch wheels. When I picked it up, it was parked next to one with 18 inch wheels and that vehicle looked much smaller. I would go with the 19 inch just for appearance sake.
  • tg2063tg2063 Member Posts: 8
    I am in northern Indiana and I am shopping for a 2010 RX 350, with Nav, Premium, comfort, park assist, remote start. I am seeing the various prices paid in this forum varying between 41-43 k (before tax etc). When I offered a price of 43k, the dealer showed me the document with invoice price of 43410 (sticker about 48k), and said that they could not go below invoice. My question is whether people in the forum are getting cars below invoice? or is the invoice price in my dealer higher than other places? does the invoice price change in different cities?
    The invoice price in edmunds and kbb for a similar configuration is about 1000-1500 less than the factory invoice document the dealer showed me.Why is that?? I am frustrated!!
  • marabuntamarabunta Member Posts: 24
    I believe that the invoice can change to to difference in transportation costs. Dealers can and do sell the RX350s below the invoice, particularly at the end of the model year. New ones should be out in February. Don't know if there will be much in the way of changes, probably not.
  • rparisrparis Member Posts: 368
    I do not believe Edmund's cost shows local dealer advertising.There is also a dealer hold back which the dealer invoice you were shown probably did not show. This could be about 2%, but I am not certain. Based on many previous posts, numerous discounts amount to over $5000. Have you obtained internet quotes or visited other dealers which is probably your best bet. If you tell the dealer you visited, you are serious and ready to buy now, make an offer you are comfortable with and they may sell it to you at that price, especially toward the end of the month. Mention numerous people are receiving over a $5000 discount I think, the amount of future cars a dealer is allocated is based on how many cars they have sold in a previous month or year. Let us know what happens.
  • marabuntamarabunta Member Posts: 24
    Thanks to the economic stimulus bill, also known as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, you may be able to deduct any state or local sales or excise tax on your federal taxes. This deduction is intended to encourage more Americans to buy cars and pump money into the struggling economy.

    Here are some of the details of the tax deduction you should know:

    • The deduction is only available on new car purchases as long as you are the first owner of the car, it is eligible.

    • The deduction is available for both foreign and domestic vehicles.

    • You can only take a deduction for the taxes paid on up to $49,500 of the purchase price. If the car costs more than $49,500 it still qualifies, but only that amount is considered for the deduction.

    • Only new car purchases between February 16, 2009 and January 1, 2010 are eligible.

    • The deduction can only be made on your 2009 taxes. Even if you are filing an amended 2008 tax return or have an extension, you cannot claim this deduction on your 2008 returns.

    • New cars, SUVs, minivans, light trucks, recreational vehicles and motorcycles all qualify for this deduction. Both standard engine cars and hybrid cars alike are eligible.

    • This is an “above the line” deduction, meaning it can be used whether or not you itemize other deductions on your tax return.

    • There are income restrictions with this deduction. It is only available to taxpayers with a modified adjusted gross income of less than $135,000 for individual filers and $260,000 for joint filers. The deduction is phased out between $125,000 and $135,000 for individual filers and between $250,000 and $260,000 for joint filers.

    That said, keep in mind that this is a tax deduction and not a tax credit. What that means is that this tax break does not offset your federal taxes, it lowers your taxable income. Consequently, the amount you receive depends on what tax bracket you are in.

    Here’s an example of how this tax deduction works:

    Suppose you buy a new car for $28,280, the average 2008 purchase price, according to the National Automobile Dealers Association. You don’t have a trade-in, so you are taxed for the full amount. The sales tax for your state is 8.25%. That means you would have to pay about $2,333 in sales taxes.

    With this tax deduction, your taxable income would then be reduced by that amount. If you were in the 28% tax bracket, you would get about $653 back when you file your taxes. If additional local taxes were charged, these would also be deductible. Those in higher tax brackets benefit more from this deduction.
  • bond8bond8 Member Posts: 33
    tq2063,
    I think you just need a little more info about how the dealerships work. I was confused just like you. I found a great website that explains everything you need to know. Go to the website http://www.carbuyingtips.com/carintro.html. Scroll down all the way to the bottom and read all 7 chapters. Once you read these you will be very clear on the differences between invoice versus dealer cost and how the dealers can manipulate invoices. Just FYI, I got mine for $41500 which had a MSRP of 47253. Let me know if you need any more help.
  • tg2063tg2063 Member Posts: 8
    Thanks, bond8. I had looked at the site. I think at the end of the day, it all depends on the local market..
  • rar2rar2 Member Posts: 13
    Thanks for the info, that site is really great! very informative, a must before you purchase a vehicle.

    thanks
  • rar2rar2 Member Posts: 13
    thanks lobsterma for this info. I did the internet pricing, or tried, and watertown called, they were very nice and informative about packages etc. so I may go in just before xmas. Of course, take everything with the skepticism required. Went to northborough and they didn't even want to tell me what the net price would be only the msrp 43-44K, I told them Edmunds said 36K. That's what I want to pay with the prem package, remote start. They suggested pre owned. Any chance you think that will be possible?

    thanks again.
  • rar2rar2 Member Posts: 13
    thanks for the info marabunta, I'm trying to get the RX 350 with Premium Package plus remote start for 36K but it seems that may not happen, but close. CA and MA pricing seems very similar.
  • iubus2005iubus2005 Member Posts: 8
    tg2063, Where in Northern Indiana are you? These dealers in midwest are playing hardball because of the weather..The prices will be more discounted come late January, when the 2011 model will be around the corner. It sucks. I don't know what the "December to Remember" benefit really is that Lexus is promoting. The only people who will remember December in a good way are the dealers, not the consumers...The car industry still operates as if we are in 70's, in terms of negotiation and pricing.
  • dcmacheaddcmachead Member Posts: 13
    I saw the new GX at a gas station in McLean, VA with new tags on it. It looked like a nice car and it's a nice update externally compared to the 2010 model. I didn't look at the interior of the car, but the outside looked a lot less "top heavy".
  • oncogene03oncogene03 Member Posts: 10
    Bond8. Thanks for sharing the education website. Very helpful. Where did you get your car?
  • drkddrkd Member Posts: 1
    We are in the same boat. Looking to replace our 2004 RX 330 with the 2010 model and am frustrated that NO dealer in the southeast region even has a vehicle with the Mark Levinson package on the lot. I would like to experience it for myself before buying it. I've complained to Lexus directly only to get a runaround about "buyer preferences, blah blah blah". If it's not on the lot to "kick the tires" then how are people supposed to know whether they really want the option. I called the Newport News dealer and he said the same thing. Although he did admit that the dealership owner purchased a 2010 RX 350 with ML sound package for his wife. I don't get it! Very frustrating. Might even have to go back and give the Acura and Infiniti a second look. :confuse: Anyone out there actually experienced the ML system? Feedback? Is it worth the price? We are quite frankly disappointed with the sound system in our 2004 RX. Very baseline and cheesy if you ask me...not Lexus-worthy. Thought?
  • soulmamasoulmama Member Posts: 25
    I am a bit frustrated with the dealers in the Seattle area. None of them will give me a quote on an RX 350, and don't appear to be interested in giving much of a discount. I guess they don't have much competition up here.

    I'm tempted to lease a car from a dealer somewhere in California.These are my assumptions/questions:

    If I lease the car from Lexus, it doesn't matter where I live and that I will pay taxes in the state that it is registered in.

    I can drive to CA and use my car as a trade-in.

    I can take it to the Lexus dealer of my choice for service, so it really doesn't matter where the car is purchased.

    Does anyone see a reason for establishing a relationship with a local dealer? Don't they all have to service all Lexus cars, regardless of where they were purchased? I have bought quite a few cars but never felt the need to have a close relationship with the dealer. Quite frankly, if I have to keep going back to the dealer I don't want to buy the car in the first place.

    Thanks for all of your help with this.
  • iubus2005iubus2005 Member Posts: 8
    Agree with all your points. The quality of service is comparable during warranty period, whether or not you buy the car from the dealer. Sales and service department are not that co-ordinated in the dealership anyways. After the warranty is over, they all want to rip you off on service / maintenance / repair. Instead of dealer, it will help if you have a relationship with the service department or the actual mechanic (harder to do, because they don't let you get in touch with mechanic easily).
  • iubus2005iubus2005 Member Posts: 8
    The lexus december to remember event doesn't offer much for people who want to buy, paying in cash. The best deals are in CA and NJ area. What do you guys think they will do after Jan 4 to keep selling? In your experience, are prices better in January / February, when the new model will be around the corner?
  • rparisrparis Member Posts: 368
    I do not believe there are any incentives for cash sales, and I doubt new models will be introduced in February. I am purchasing a vehicle this week, so if you learn about any deals for purchase for the December sales event, please let us know.
  • pschiffepschiffe Member Posts: 373
    My local Lexus dealer's service manager stated that sales and service are two separate departments and they will do whatever is necessary to keep me happy even though the car was purchased elsewhere because they wouldn't meet my price requirements. Contrary to what sales told me, I still get the gourmet breakfast, free loaner and quick and dirty car wash. However if you don't have warranty issues, which are few; and can forgo those niceties, you can get the same parts and level of competency at a Toyota dealer for about half the price. My 2¢.

    Pete :)
  • soulmamasoulmama Member Posts: 25
    I drove a fully loaded RX with the ML system.

    It was nice, but I'm not sure worth the extra $$$ over the system that comes standard with Navi.

    Especially if your freeways are as bad as ours are up here in WA.
  • bond8bond8 Member Posts: 33
    oncogene03, I bought mine from Herb Chambers in MA. I had bought mine way back in march. But I heard one more person in this person get a similar price as me.
  • oncogene03oncogene03 Member Posts: 10
    Bond8. Thanks. Happy Holidays.
  • hendelahendela Member Posts: 1
    If you've paid that or less, please let me know where. Hoping to find in Texas but would pick up elsewhere. Thanks!
  • charlie99charlie99 Member Posts: 6
    I have spoken to several dealerships in Ohio, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. And they have told me that this price ($41K with NAV) does not exist. Because I am holding out for that same price with NAV.

    I have received quotes without NAV for 2010 RX350 for $40K.
  • cutco760cutco760 Member Posts: 63
    @ charlie99

    In NJ, I know a dealer that will sell with the Nav and remote starter for $42K, the no Nav package is $39K I am not sure where you are, but the $40K for no nav still a bit high. I have not seen below $41.5K for the nav one 2010 AWD that is!

    Happy holidays.
  • iubus2005iubus2005 Member Posts: 8
    you have to go to the coasts to get the pricing (east or west)
  • rohit2rohit2 Member Posts: 3
    All
    I am looking to close a deal on a RWD Lexus 350 with Premium and the dealer in Raleigh is offering the following

    """front wheel drive that are equipped
    with the premium package, wood package, cargo mat, cargo net and wheel
    locks. It carries an MSRP of $41006 and I can offer it to you for $38933
    + NC tax, NC tag and titling fees, so your grand total with everything
    would be $40649.99.

    Any recommendations on how much lower i can drag him.. I have seen quotes of 37000+TTL on similar configurations.. Can you pls tell me which dealers
  • marabuntamarabunta Member Posts: 24
    You should be able to purchase that car from Park Place Lexus in Mission Viejo, CA for $36,000 with a waiver of California tax & license.
  • rar2rar2 Member Posts: 13
    I had a quote in Watertown, MA on 12/24/09 for FWD, premium pkg, wood\leather steering wheel, heated/ventilated seats, accy pkg, remote, cargo mat, accy pkg and wheel locks I believe for 36,886 excluding tax, title & registraiton. I am looking for AWD for little more than that, not sure I can get it, but...this is what they said the FWD would be. There are a number of things that the New England cars are automatically equipped with that may not be in your area (ie remote start).

    Hope this helps. similar to what marabunta said.
  • laderajwladerajw Member Posts: 2
    just got a quote over $37000, OTD about $42000 from Mission Viejo, CA.
  • rparisrparis Member Posts: 368
    What is MSRP?
  • laderajwladerajw Member Posts: 2
    $42, 336
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