Thats what I thought also, but theres no way to get the same car new for under 25k - at least not anywhere in the southeast and if there is a way, I'm not going to waste any more time and effort looking. I've researched, called, emailed, talked to dealers and test drove cars for the last 6 months. I'm weary from the dealing and I'm done. It was a good fight and I feel good about the deal. I got out the door for under 27k. -- HomeBrewer http://home.earthlink.net/~t3e871/index.html www.rcparkflyers.com Remove the xxx to reply!
These items are what is referred to as "pack". Aftermarket mud guards, even with chrome strips, are only $20 and are fairly easy to install. Pin striping is a nice touch tho, and does "set the car off" from others without it. Aftermarket detail shops can add the pin striping for about $75-$150 depending on the shop. The interior seat & fabric protectant is a MUST-HAVE (in my opinion) but you can buy it (ScotchGard) at Loewes or Home Depot for about $5 a can and there's enough in 1 can to do 4 cars. It's easy to apply, anyone can do it. Read the can. What the hell is a "trunk tray"? Has it ever been titled or do they still have the MSO (Mfr's Statement Of Origin)? This makes a *BIG* difference to you as buyer. If they have the MSO, then you go on the title as "original" first owner. However, if it's been previously titled, then you go on the title as having bought it "used". That can make a considerable difference when it comes time for YOU to sell it. For $25,100 you ought to be able to buy a brand new car with NO miles on it. Insurance companies look at automobiles as having an "average" useful life of 100,000 miles. Therefore, w/4600 miles on the car, 4.6% of its average useful life has been consumed. I know you've been dickering for a while and are growing weary, but a car with 4600 miles on it is a used car, period. For what little difference there would be in a monthly payment, I'd blow-off this deal and look more toward dickering on a brand-new one. A year or two from now you'll be glad you did. Depends on how much they INCREASE the price of the new model. Remember, prices usually go up every year. Typically by buying at the end of the model year you should be able to save anywhere from 10 to 15% versus what the new models are selling for. Once you agree on price you will be taken to the F&I guy (Finance & Insurance) to draw up the paperwork. The F&I guy is also sometimes called the "closer". In addition to drawing up the final paperwork, it is his/her job to sell you on some more extras. One thing they will attempt to shove down your throat is an extended warranty. Tell them NO and mean it. Don't let them talk you into anything. Extended warranties are nothing more than a mechanical breakdown insurance policy, they all have deductibles and weasel clauses. Your chances of ever just breaking even with the policy's high up-front cost is historically slim. Historically things that you think should be covered, won't be because of the weasel clauses that would take an attorney to explain.
These items are what is referred to as "pack". Aftermarket mud guards, I got the "package" charges thrown out and the trunk tray is the rubber liner to protect the trunk carpet...Wife and I have been looking around at other 04 accords for pin stripes - none yet. Never been titled - I'm first owner Not with all these options or anywhere close to here. I could probably find one, but the effort is not worth the few $ savings to me now. My final offer was exactly that - I started with the listed invoice price added destination charge $490, and subtracted 4.6% for mileage. They had to eat the "package" to make the deal. (although I know they are still making 3-5% on me) too late, I drove the car home today. I feel better about this deal than any of the previous 15-20 cars I have bought, because I did so much research and haggling. Yea, I know and this one tried to sell me a new warranty product that covers bugs and stains to the carpet - for $299? I listened to his whole speil and then refused. -- HomeBrewer http://home.earthlink.net/~t3e871/index.html www.rcparkflyers.com Remove the xxx to reply!
Bought my 0 miles accord coupe 6-cyl 6-speed for $2450 a month ago. Came loaded: moonroof, rear spoiler, carpets, mudflaps, etc. This thing is quick. Faster than my original 340 Dart back in '69 AND it uses regular gas. I'm gonna add a new air intake/filter system which will squeeze a few more hp out of it. _________________________________ "Take a little 5FU, leucovorin and oxaliplatin for thy stomach's sake." -- 1 Timothy 5:23 (adapted)
