Order now...or wait

brisk · 03-02-2009, 06:18 PM

Hey,
Just wanted to hear your opinion on this.
If I order the car this week, it will be here around 2-3 months.

That puts me at latest June.

Which gets me thinking...should I just wait and order a 2010 at the end of November to get it during February?
Or just go and order it now.

I got a great deal below invoice...and if the economy gets better, it would be harder to get invoice too.

Thoughts?

Thanks.

semtex · 03-02-2009, 06:32 PM

Kinda tough to say one way or the other without knowing more about your situation. Like what are you driving now? I'm guessing that you don't have any pressing need for a new car, if you're contemplating waiting until November, right? Here's an idea. Wait till details on the 2010 model come out so you know what changes they're making for next year. If there's some significant improvement that you really want on the list of changes, then put your order in. On the other hand, if you find out that they're not making any major changes, your timing will be just about right to take advantage of end-of-year clearance incentives. Either way, you win.

(Btw, this thread would have probably made more sense under the Pricing/Ordering Discussion section. Oh well, no biggie.)

par4bmw · 03-02-2009, 06:59 PM

Its early May and you are at the lake with all your buddies. Everyone is swimming and having a great time. You check the water and it is DAMN cold. You know it will be warmer in a month.

Do you jump in anyway cause you can not pass up on the fun?

SoCal 370Z · 03-02-2009, 07:19 PM

The economy is a slow turn, and life is short. Order it and hand-off your order (there should be others wanting what you pass-up) if you go out and buy one on the showroom floor. If you decide to hold-off when the time nears for your order arrival than hand it off as well.

RDGR12 · 03-02-2009, 07:29 PM

If you got a deal below invoice, I would order it now, as you are in a very good price position. Secondly, I highly doubt that there would be significant changes for the 2010 model; minor, if any. It seem like Nissan calibrated the new Z to a point where it will not need to be refreshed so soon or very so often (take the previous Z for example).

Anything is possible in terms of economy, but if things are going to get better, it will definitely not be overnight.

semtex · 03-02-2009, 07:33 PM

And things definitely aren't going to get better if everyone holds back and waits before buying.

brisk · 03-02-2009, 07:38 PM

Thanks for the replies.
Basically, I dont' really care about changes unless its MAJOR.
But what I am concerned about is the year.
i.e. a 2009 model or a 2010 model when the time comes for me to sell.

Wouldn't the 2010 model get more money?

Thats what I am worried about.

My situation is basically, summer is around the corner and my 08altima is getting boring.
So this is going to be a weekend/fun car.

Do I NEED a car? No.
Do I WANT a car? Yes.

SoCal 370Z · 03-02-2009, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brisk

Wouldn't the 2010 model get more money?

Only if our deflation does not stop soon, as there is a very high potential for hyper-inflation on the rebound; if that happens buy a wheel barrel to carry your useless cash (aka USD).

bkunzi01 · 03-03-2009, 09:43 AM

If I were you I would have ordered it already! People that are waiting for prices to go under invoice are going to be waiting a while unless they are extremely lucky since no one I know wants to rush units off a lot for a loss...if you have a good deal then go for it and have a great summer. If you put it off then I would wait until next year and get it in april right when the weather starts getting good. The recession is only getting deeper so the longer you hold out as of now the better deals you are going to see. If you want to sit on the sidelines for 3-6 months you will probably save 500-1000$ on the car but there goes the summer. Hope that helps

brisk · 03-03-2009, 11:25 AM

Thanks for the replies.

What do you think the difference in price I will get when it comes time to sell.
A 2009 vs. a 2010.

That's the only major thing that is wanting me to wait.
I would just be gaining 3 months and a 2010 model if I wait. Since driving it in the winter in Chicago is out of the question.

par4bmw · 03-03-2009, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brisk

Thanks for the replies.

What do you think the difference in price I will get when it comes time to sell.
A 2009 vs. a 2010.

That's the only major thing that is wanting me to wait.
I would just be gaining 3 months and a 2010 model if I wait. Since driving it in the winter in Chicago is out of the question.

It will greatly depend on how long you keep before selling. If you unloaded in 2yrs there will be a pretty big difference. Over time that will shrink considerably due to the +/- of mileage adjustments.

Using Edmunds for a 350Z base model, clean condition, black, no options, 85255 zip, trade-in value:

Sell in 2 Years
24K Miles (12K/yr - 2yrs)

2007 - $14,959
2006 - $14,212

$747 difference. Will be higher with more equipped car.

Sell in 5 Years
60K Miles (12K/yr - 5yrs)

2004 - $9,993 (-789 mileage adj.)
2003 - $10,099

-$106 difference

.

This analysis does not take into account price increases which will make the difference more in favor for the earlier model. For 09 to 10 the economy will drive for little increase but the Yen will drive for a large increase. Pull out your crystal ball.

Do what your heart tells you, I doubt if you will regreat the decision.

LenZToy · 03-03-2009, 04:12 PM

Get it now!

brisk · 03-03-2009, 06:50 PM

I decided to order it now.
I got ~1K below invoice.
Coudln't pass up the offer.

THis should make up for the difference when it comes to sell the car.
Between the 2010 and the 2009

epod86 · 03-03-2009, 06:58 PM

-1K on invoice? Well done!

theDreamer · 03-03-2009, 06:59 PM

1,000 below invoice...WOW! I would jump on that deal right now if I got that.

03-02-2009, 06:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
brisk Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 132 Drives: 370z? Rep Power: 16	Order now...or wait Hey, Just wanted to hear your opinion on this. If I order the car this week, it will be here around 2-3 months. That puts me at latest June. Which gets me thinking...should I just wait and order a 2010 at the end of November to get it during February? Or just go and order it now. I got a great deal below invoice...and if the economy gets better, it would be harder to get invoice too. Thoughts? Thanks.

03-02-2009, 06:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 53 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 32	Kinda tough to say one way or the other without knowing more about your situation. Like what are you driving now? I'm guessing that you don't have any pressing need for a new car, if you're contemplating waiting until November, right? Here's an idea. Wait till details on the 2010 model come out so you know what changes they're making for next year. If there's some significant improvement that you really want on the list of changes, then put your order in. On the other hand, if you find out that they're not making any major changes, your timing will be just about right to take advantage of end-of-year clearance incentives. Either way, you win. (Btw, this thread would have probably made more sense under the Pricing/Ordering Discussion section. Oh well, no biggie.) __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf. Last edited by semtex; 03-02-2009 at 06:34 PM.

03-02-2009, 06:59 PM	#3 (permalink)
par4bmw Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 267 Drives: 09 370 M6 Touring/Sp Rep Power: 445	Its early May and you are at the lake with all your buddies. Everyone is swimming and having a great time. You check the water and it is DAMN cold. You know it will be warmer in a month. Do you jump in anyway cause you can not pass up on the fun? __________________ I tellya what, its got this s-mode thing down here...it moveees so incredibly... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7JsL...e=channel_page

03-02-2009, 07:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
RDGR12 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Bruno, CA Posts: 90 Drives: An Old Beater Rep Power: 16	If you got a deal below invoice, I would order it now, as you are in a very good price position. Secondly, I highly doubt that there would be significant changes for the 2010 model; minor, if any. It seem like Nissan calibrated the new Z to a point where it will not need to be refreshed so soon or very so often (take the previous Z for example). Anything is possible in terms of economy, but if things are going to get better, it will definitely not be overnight. Last edited by RDGR12; 03-02-2009 at 07:32 PM.

03-02-2009, 07:33 PM	#6 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 53 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 32	And things definitely aren't going to get better if everyone holds back and waits before buying. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

03-02-2009, 07:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	The economy is a slow turn, and life is short. Order it and hand-off your order (there should be others wanting what you pass-up) if you go out and buy one on the showroom floor. If you decide to hold-off when the time nears for your order arrival than hand it off as well.

03-02-2009, 07:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
brisk Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 132 Drives: 370z? Rep Power: 16	Thanks for the replies. Basically, I dont' really care about changes unless its MAJOR. But what I am concerned about is the year. i.e. a 2009 model or a 2010 model when the time comes for me to sell. Wouldn't the 2010 model get more money? Thats what I am worried about. My situation is basically, summer is around the corner and my 08altima is getting boring. So this is going to be a weekend/fun car. Do I NEED a car? No. Do I WANT a car? Yes. Last edited by brisk; 03-02-2009 at 07:41 PM.

03-03-2009, 09:43 AM	#9 (permalink)
bkunzi01 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NY Age: 38 Posts: 66 Drives: 2009 370z Rep Power: 185	If I were you I would have ordered it already! People that are waiting for prices to go under invoice are going to be waiting a while unless they are extremely lucky since no one I know wants to rush units off a lot for a loss...if you have a good deal then go for it and have a great summer. If you put it off then I would wait until next year and get it in april right when the weather starts getting good. The recession is only getting deeper so the longer you hold out as of now the better deals you are going to see. If you want to sit on the sidelines for 3-6 months you will probably save 500-1000$ on the car but there goes the summer. Hope that helps

03-03-2009, 11:25 AM	#10 (permalink)
brisk Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 132 Drives: 370z? Rep Power: 16	Thanks for the replies. What do you think the difference in price I will get when it comes time to sell. A 2009 vs. a 2010. That's the only major thing that is wanting me to wait. I would just be gaining 3 months and a 2010 model if I wait. Since driving it in the winter in Chicago is out of the question.

03-03-2009, 04:12 PM	#12 (permalink)
LenZToy Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mechanicsville, Va. Posts: 143 Drives: 2013 370Z Black 6SP Rep Power: 268	Get it now!

03-03-2009, 06:50 PM	#13 (permalink)
brisk Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 132 Drives: 370z? Rep Power: 16	I decided to order it now. I got ~1K below invoice. Coudln't pass up the offer. THis should make up for the difference when it comes to sell the car. Between the 2010 and the 2009 Last edited by brisk; 03-03-2009 at 06:52 PM.

03-03-2009, 06:58 PM	#14 (permalink)
epod86 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 229 Drives: 06 Mustang GT BK M5 Rep Power: 241	-1K on invoice? Well done!

03-03-2009, 06:59 PM	#15 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	1,000 below invoice...WOW! I would jump on that deal right now if I got that.

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