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But I have some doubts and questions about the pricing game.
I see invoices from a dealer around 24k and he's willing to sell straight up...however, this other dealer says I can get the same model (XE V6 4x4) for 21.5-22K.
Can this be? Edmunds has their invoice at 23,600 with all the packages.
I thought that the cheaper dealer was trying to sell me something with no options but he said that it came with everything...
He has about 160 and said he wants to sell them and stuff...but I don't know, I haven't seen the invoice yet but if it's in that cheaper range I'm defintely sold.
What should I exactly find out from him? If it's legite or not. I'm familiar with the packages so I'll make sure they're there, but what else should I look for that would make the price so much lower. Even carmax (no haggle) is selling them (XE) for around 24k.
Please help me cuz I feel kind of out of place in dealing with these guys.
And for those of you who own 2001s, how do they drive in your opinion. I took it for a test drive and I liked it...but is it harder to drive than most other suvs? At least on the road that is since I won't be using it much offroad.
Please give me your advice and sorry for such a long post...(first time)
thanks!
Heck, that price is darn near 10% below invoice so I don't know how he's doing it.
What's the dealer's name and is he on line?
If so, that's where my X is coming from.
I also had them install the EC mirror with LED temp gauge & compass...really compliments the titanium dash. Love my X!
G-Man
the EC mirror IS '01 specific, but only the later '01's. the earlier '01's have a channel mount mirror bracket, as opposed to the later '01's w/ a wedge mount. if you wanted to do so, you can buy a wedge mount for your '00, but it's a total pain in the @ss to take the old one off!
Mindie
But I keep calling him asking about specifics:
And he's confirmed,
4x4, V6, XE, all packages (at least power).
For 21-22k...
maybe he's not adding the sports package...but will that be a huge difference...
I wouldn't really need the sports package anyway...but the way he was talking (I've met with him a few times) he's said that they all come pretty much the same...all equipped.
the apr is around 8% so it's not that...and it's for 60 months.
I'm also trading in my car...which I have -3000 equity on...
So with tax...probably 22k...then add the -3000 and it'll be 25K.
plus my 3,000 down payment...
I can afford 22k loan...but nothing much higher.
So invoice for an XE is almost 24k with everything...couldn't afford that...so if this is this case of course I can go for it...he knows I can only afford around 400 a month with a 60 month loan...he said he'll do it.
I also said I'd be getting it in march...who knows by then.
but thanks everyone and please give me more advice if you think anything I've said made any difference...but thanks!
and you internet buyers...how low do you think I could get one through the internet...with tax and everything...and all the pacages (XE, 4x4, v6).
thanks!
on Edmunds along with the MSRP and invoice prices for any options. Where and who is the dealer? If they are in the vicinity, I would be very interested!
E-Loans issues you a blank draft check valid for upto an amount you specify during the application process and you simply right it out for the purchase amount to the dealer so it's like paying cash from the dealer's point of view anyway!
Drew
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The 2002 Xterra will get a fairly moderate facelift in an attempt to fend off new competitors from Ford, Mazda, Jeep, Land Rover and others. The headlights are rumored to be round and will blend into the hood like the new Jeep Liberty. The fog lights are also round like the ones seen on the Frontier, Maxima, and Sentra while the parking lights are reported to be like the fog lights on the Pathfinder/QX4. The current pull-style handbrake located under the right side of the steering wheel has been a target of criticism along with the simplicity of the interior. Nissan hopes to silence critics with a major makeover of the interior with rumors of a three-pod gauge being the most notable feature. Also, the handbrake will likely be axed in favor of a foot-operated parking brake. And to answer the most asked about question, the 2002 Xterra will feature the Eaton supercharger currently found on the Frontier SC models.
Mindie
ROCKFORD FOSGATE AUDIO SYSTEM
XE optional/SE standard
300 watts peak power
8 speakers
in-dash 6-cd changer
SUPERCHARGER
210hp/246lb torque with auto/231lb torque with stick
EXTERIOR
Rugged new front end...
New hood with raised 'power bulge'...for the supercharged V6
Three eye-popping new colors: Shock Blue, Sedona, and a new Red
INTERIOR
Updated instrument panel with 3 'cockpit style' round gauges
Convenient integrated center console that includes: Map pocket; Retractable rear passenger cup holders; Rear power oute
Available map lamp with integrated compass
The interior looks smoother, but I have a feeling it is getting too refined and too many options. I picked my X because it was plain.. everything you need truck. I have more fun ripping up and modifying the interior and exterior of my X to suit my taste.. versus getting a complete truck and leaving it stock. But that is just me.. at least when I sit in my X.. I know its mine, and not someone elses.
btw, i just spoke to my X salesman, and he said he's REALLY slow on selling X's!! i don't know what's goin on!!
Of course, I would be happy with a flat metal dashboard and simple round guages, including an oil pressure guage, thank you, hold the titanium.
Gee, I think I'm cranky today.
I still think the interior is on the proto type side. The hell if I can figure where they will put the forth pedal ( on manuals ), it is tight as it is with winter boots, and the dead pedal space just makes it as is. I don't mind the brake where it is, console brakes belong on sport cars, or where the seats are lower and console higher, and eats storage space. At least my console is still bigger than the new one by the looks of it.
the interior is hot! i think its great and i would rather have that footbrake than the lame pull brake that make it feel like im in a jalopy.
to me, the whole truck seems like its own thing now- not a rehash of the frontier. i love it! looks great!kudos to nissan- looks alot better, tougher than the jeep liberty or any of the competition.
i still think its lame a 3.3L v6 needs a supercharger to make 210hp. i would still go with the normally aspirated v6. and the whole reliability issue of the SC bothers me- not to mention requiring premium gas. with the mpg the xterra gets, thats the last thing i would want!
the SC is just a quick fix to keep up with everyone else. the x needs a new engine...maybe in '04
-Thanks.
please look into the '02 a bit before spending $24000.00 on a vehicle. the'02 may have mechanical/ feature improvements that maybe important to you- beyond the first look.
if you still want the '01, then you absolutely need to get it cheap because they will be blowing them out cheap at dealers to make way for those '02's in august (?) or whenever they sell them.
a problem with a sulfer smell(rotten eggs)
when you turn the
engine off? my car is about 2 weeks old and I've been noticing this distinct smell.