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Good luck.
I had negotiated a deal with Audi in Oklahoma City. But, when I tried to place the order, they did the old trick of adding a $200 fee that I had already told them would be included in their price. I don’t deal with people whose word can’t trusted. I would strongly advise staying away from this dealership. If you deal with them, be prepared to have them add fees to boost your price.
I made at least three solid offers to Ft. Worth. They had absolutely no interest in dealing with me and ignored my offers. Several other dealerships said they’d be happy to take my order at MSRP but couldn’t be bothered to discuss any discounts. I contacted every Audi dealership in TX, NM, OK, KS, MO, AR, LA, MS, TN, and AL. New Orleans was the only one (besides Austin) that responded with a reasonable price. Most of my offers were made during December 2009. The final deal was done in mid-January 2010.
The three dealerships in my city had no interest in anything except taking an order at MSRP. I even gave the local dealership that gave me a test drive the opportunity to match Austin’s price and they couldn’t be bothered to respond.
I get the distinct impression that most Audi dealerships have something going on besides the auto business. They’re certainly not serious about dealing with potential customers. Most of them seemed unhappy that I was bothering them, and only three (Austin, N.O., and OKC) ever responded to repeated offers at $37,000 or above. I don’t know what business they are actually in, but it’s not the auto business.
I’m wondering whether the car I ordered will actually be made and delivered despite the fact that I’ve put a refundable down-payment. I’ll post again when I take delivery of the car.
Even if the Q5 is a hot car now, there is no need to treat your customers like that. That is certainly one thing that the Lexus dealerships do so much better - though their RX is selling several times the volume of the Q5, when I went to their showroom, the very professional and well-dressed salesperson treated me with respect and enthusiasm. If only I had enjoyed the marshmallow ride of the RX....
I think it's hilarious how Audi dealers act like this is the hottest car of the century. It's only selling about 1500 per month anyway. It's nothing to write home about, but then I guess it's "hot" because it's in short supply here by design.
Audi is a luxury brand but sadly, it does not have the luxury dealerships to match.
'07 RX350. I had narrowed my choices down to between the RX
and the Acura TL. While I was not treated outright rudely by the Acura dealership in my hometown, the Lexus dealer just seemed to have their act put so well together. They seemed to bend over backwards or reach out to me a lot better than the Acura dealership did, and the sales person was very knowledgeable about their product and was patient enough to allow me to test drive three different Lexus vehicles and also take home an RX overnight to get to know the car on my own.
At the Acura dealer, I had to wait over an hour for the salesperson that I had called and made an appointment with to test drive the TL because said person was out test driving with someone else. The Acura salesperson also was not familiar with the supposed "incentives" that were being offered by Acura USA.
So, yeah, I think it probably did make a difference in which vehicle I ended up getting.
My wife wanted to make sure we don't want a slightly bigger SUV. So we'll test drive ML350 and X5. We may look at an RX350. I love the Q5 but since it is going to be my wife's car, she may not want the performance and probably would like a more comfortable ride. I am not interested in the look of the non S-Line.
Good luck with your search!
I don’t know how much of this is true though.
I also heard the $ 740. is negotiable and can be purchased up to the 1st maintenance.. Anyone have more info on this?
Then I was charged for a Lo-Jack but it turns out, the car never had one. It takes them 2 months to credit the amount they overcharged me. Instead of the dealer sending you a check, they keep the money and let Audi Financial deal with it.
Within 90 days, the Engine Malfunction Light comes on while driving. I'm first told by the lady at the dealership that I probably left the gas cap loose and it should reset in 24 hours (??).
After that didn't work, I'm told that it's probably the emissions system. The manual says if this comes on it may be a problem with the catalytic converter - which clearly shows they are aware of faulty parts even when the car was first being manufactured!
After reading horror stories of people dropping their car off at this dealership and not seeing it again for 30-60 DAYS, I asked about providing me with car to drive in the meantime.
Guy tells me Audi doesn't do that and that any loaner is done through Budget Rental car where they give you a discount on the first day and then up to $35 a day after that. Which is the Sub Compact Rate.
When finalizing your deal make sure you read the list of things that Audi DOESN'T provide their customers with along with a car purchase/lease. Then look at BMW and other luxury car makers and see what they offer. This can save you a lot of money and headaches.
Audi = Luxury priced cars with Low grade treatment for the customers who buy them.
Total Joke
So.. which dealer?
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SAME vehicles there, simple parts take weeks to come in, the only thing they stock is oil and filters, I am not exagerating, also tons of people coming in with check engine lights, electrical issues, etc, I drank the Audi " koolaid" , I am glad I puked it up, never will deal with Audi again, I frequented two dealerships, same crappy service and attitude, they act like it is your fault, you have been warned!
anyone think this is a good deal?
haven't purchased. the internet mgr never got back to me with fees and how he came to invoice price.
the best I've gotten so far on east coast was 43992 for
dark grey paint + premium plus + nav + all season mats + wheel locks..
about $1100 over..invoice.. which was at annapolis md..
I think I'm going to settle w/ this one..?
Is 43992 bad for those options? anyone think i can do betteR?
gluck w/ your search though.
of course, the dealer never wants to be transparent and give you the line by line invoice items. buyer beware.
i checked kbb and it seems correct.
thanks,
As for selling you extras alacarte, you'll pay much more. Each of those included extras of the Premium Plus would add thousands more than just keeping the deal simple with Premium Plus...Got mine in two days for keeping it simple with no trade in, own financing and refuse their extras, except possibly AUDI-CARE @$750. This was however, a purchase and not a lease. Good Luck.
But he says he "CALLED" every Audi dealer. You have to visit them and play their game until you get a fair deal. You may have to go multiple times...I'll bet Lexus jumped on him on his first visit.. The Q5 ROCKS!!
q5 premium plus (base pkg, no options)
msrp 42,700
truecar.com truecost 39,823
invoice 39,760
offer of 39,985 and threw in audicare.
sounds like a great deal to me. getting it under invoice because of the
free audicare thrown in. this was via costco car buying program.
What are some prices you guys have gotten for a 36-month lease with 12,000 miles/year and no more than $2,000 drive-off (so down + all taxes + fees).
Here is the type of car I am looking for:
Premium Plus
Rear Side Air Bags
(B&O Sound/S-Line Package/19" wheels: I wouldn't mind these but don't want to spend a lot for them on a lease).
Please give me some of your feedback and approx. #s of what you guys have gotten, especially if your in California.
Much appreciated,
Henrik
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looks like you got such a nice deal.. if dealers in MD did that, i would have bought in a heartbeat... free audi care.. also.. pretty sweet!
if you don't mind too much, can you email me salesmen's name and yours also?
I'd appreciate it very much. here's my email.. cs.shin85@gmail.com
Thank you.
Colin
Also, does purchase of Audi Care increase residual by 1%. I seem to recall that was the deal when I leased my Q7 3 yrs. ago.
msrp was 46020, and i got the car for 43k at DCH millburn in Jersey.
getting delievered on the week of 5/24.
dealer was extremely easy to deal with..unlike metropolitan DC area..
how do they do it?
congrats.
q5 premium plus, meteor gray, nav package, wheel locks, and all season mats
msrp was 46020, and i got the car for 43k at DCH millburn in Jersey.