Dilemma + Dealer Trading Fee?

Modshack · 04-06-2010, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by eksigned

HAHAHA - Ramen Noodles! LOL what I meant by "pushing the envelope" was referring to "the gift." Adding on requests (like paying an extra $200 to get the car) lessens the likelihood of all of this working out and getting "approved" if you will. Even if I were to pay for the $200 (which I would)...no right in being pushy for a free gift, know what I mean?

So someone's GIVING you the Fooking car and you're whining about $200 out of your pocket to get what you want, When you want it?????????????????????

Unbelievable..Good luck with the rest of your life. You're gonna need it with an attitude like that...

zmyride · 04-06-2010, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Modshack

No flames, but you really should re-consider the purchase if the $200 pushes the envelope. You're gonna be hating life with a huge Car payment and debt at 21.......You've heard of Ramen noodles?

Back in the 80s, one of my friends bought a brand new Toyota Supra. Everyone thought he was rich, but in fact he never had money to spend on lunch or dinner and in the trunk of his Supra was full of Ramen noodles.

eksigned · 04-06-2010, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Smallywood

Pay for the flatbed, or offer to drive it back yourself. I always end up dealer trading to get the car and price that I want...

I've had a bad experience with dealer trades, so I'd like to stay away. But it looks like my only option at this point! Always afraid I'll get some beaten up, ridden hard, over revved car.

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Originally Posted by Modshack

Yeah...That's a fair deal. They incur real costs doing a swap. Don't cheap out now...You're buying the car at VPP.....

Very true. But saving a bit here and then wouldn't hurt? ...am I being cheap?

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Originally Posted by Lemers

I did a dealer trade for mine. They charge $200 dollars but added it to my down payment.

Interesting. I'll try to reference your circumstance. May I ask from what dealer?

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Originally Posted by vipor

I got my car for $200 over invoice through the USAA car buying program.

They did a trade with a dealership about 400 miles away and sent a low boy trailer to go pick it up. Took an extra week for them to get it all set up and taken care of, but I didn't pay a dime for it.

I don't know how VPP compares to the deal I got and if it would really put them out that much.

Not a dime huh? Can I also have the name of your purchased dealer? Very nice!

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Originally Posted by Zsteve

The USAA car buying program is really good. If you are a member you can get a car at a better price than the VPP I think.

A Sport non nav is $30,300 from their program. Over 3K off MSRP.

You must be referring to the Base + Sport, yes?

Thanks all for the quick responses. I'll try to keep this updated. I may have more questions, so check back from time to time! VERY thankful!

vipor · 04-06-2010, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by eksigned

Can I also have the name of your purchased dealer?

Jerry's Nissan in Weatherford, TX
Jerry Durant Auto Group | And Preowned Auto Dealer | Weatherford, Texas
Adam in Web Sales
(817)341-5707

He might remember me, I talked to the guy like every day for 2 weeks.

tsolin01 · 04-06-2010, 06:13 PM

Yea if you're getting the car for free, I have no sympathy for you lol. My dealer was in Houston and they had to trade for another car in Dallas, which is around 4 hours away. Originally the car was going to be shipped over but the shipping company screwed up and couldn't get the car in by the weekend. The dealer offered to drive me down to Dallas and drive my car back.

j.arnaldo · 04-06-2010, 02:09 PM

Yet another economic gimmick! Don't give in to 'em!

didymus · 04-06-2010, 07:33 PM

Guys, his car isn't free enough! Help him out!

eksigned · 04-06-2010, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by didymus

Guys, his car isn't free enough! Help him out!

I'll admit.

Jason · 04-06-2010, 10:17 PM

Lemers · 04-06-2010, 10:51 PM

My parents bought me a college education. So at a time when I was saving money my peers were paying back student loans. Years later I am able to buy a Z. But I will say if I ever got to a place in life were I could afford college for three kids and a great new car for each, I would. It's not you fault your parents are able to do things like this. Just try not to brag

eksigned · 04-07-2010, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Lemers

My parents bought me a college education. So at a time when I was saving money my peers were paying back student loans. Years later I am able to buy a Z. But I will say if I ever got to a place in life were I could afford college for three kids and a great new car for each, I would. It's not you fault your parents are able to do things like this. Just try not to brag

tsolin01 · 04-07-2010, 11:18 AM

Either way I think it's still a small price to pay to get the car you want shipped without having someone else driving it. You'll regret it more if you get a car you don't really want and saved a few bucks. Then again being asian, I understand your dilemma lol

If I were you, I'd make it a road trip and try to drive the car back yourself.

eksigned · 04-07-2010, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by tsolin01

Either way I think it's still a small price to pay to get the car you want shipped without having someone else driving it. You'll regret it more if you get a car you don't really want and saved a few bucks. Then again being asian, I understand your dilemma lol

If I were you, I'd make it a road trip and try to drive the car back yourself.

LOL I'm considering. Switched to another dealer in Puyallup. They're so much more friendlier. They offered to drive me, and pick it up. Unfortunately, we discovered that the remaining 2010 MB was in Idaho; will have to ship or wait for another MB coming in May. Thanks all for your thoughts! Greatly appreciated.

Eric

04-06-2010, 10:51 PM	#10 (permalink)
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tsolin01 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 657 Drives: 2010 370Z Rep Power: 18	Either way I think it's still a small price to pay to get the car you want shipped without having someone else driving it. You'll regret it more if you get a car you don't really want and saved a few bucks. Then again being asian, I understand your dilemma lol If I were you, I'd make it a road trip and try to drive the car back yourself. __________________ SOLD 12/30/2011 2010 370Z Coupe Monterey Blue 6MT/Touring/Sport/Nav F.I. CBE CF w/ 12" Res \| V1 \| SecondSkin \| Stillen G3 \| EVO-R CF B-Pillars \| Volk GT-S Ti Gunmetal 19x9.5 +30 F, 19x10.5 +8 R \| Swift Spec-R Springs

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