Ordering an S4 but guaranteeing a price over invoice
04-20-2012, 08:09 AM
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Definitely talk to more dealers. And, write this back:
"None of my previously purchased cars were bought at MSRP. If I find with a large amount of money to burn I might give you the courtesy of my business without any discounts. I will tell you that from what I've heard that I'm not likely to have money to burn anytime soon.
If you would like to place an order for me with an understanding that you will be offering a reasonable discount from MSRP on a new MY2013 S4 let me know."
"None of my previously purchased cars were bought at MSRP. If I find with a large amount of money to burn I might give you the courtesy of my business without any discounts. I will tell you that from what I've heard that I'm not likely to have money to burn anytime soon.
If you would like to place an order for me with an understanding that you will be offering a reasonable discount from MSRP on a new MY2013 S4 let me know."
04-20-2012, 10:21 AM
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Anybody ever use the Costco Car buying service...when I bought my '12 S4 I started my negotiation with Audi Supplier Discount (6%) plus BMW Conquest Incentive ($1500). BTW its 1500 not 1000 if you can show you are a member of BMW Club NA (which gives you $500 toward BMW purchase).
I hear the Costco service is decent....but no direct experience.
I hear the Costco service is decent....but no direct experience.
04-20-2012, 06:32 PM
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Anyway, I posted the email here because I thought it was insulting to try and tell me an Audi S4 would go for MSRP. I get it, everyone wants to maximize their sale price, but really? MSRP? On an S4? Pffffffttttt!
04-20-2012, 07:12 PM
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Located in Chicago. It was Audi Westmont, but the person had an autonation.com email.....so not sure what the deal is there.
Anyway, I posted the email here because I thought it was insulting to try and tell me an Audi S4 would go for MSRP. I get it, everyone wants to maximize their sale price, but really? MSRP? On an S4? Pffffffttttt!
Anyway, I posted the email here because I thought it was insulting to try and tell me an Audi S4 would go for MSRP. I get it, everyone wants to maximize their sale price, but really? MSRP? On an S4? Pffffffttttt!
04-24-2012, 05:53 PM
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I find westmont to be incredibly arrogant and lazy. Stay away from Continental audi in naperville also. They are awful. Wanted to order a car and literally they salesman dan made it seem that we were lucky to get a dollar off. walked out and bought at FJ. Great place.
04-25-2012, 01:50 AM
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I typically send an e mail to about 5-10 dealers. Starting with something to the effect:
I am looking to purchase a (Insert Vehicle). My time is valuable as I am sure yours is too. That being said here are the features and color I prefer. Please let me know what is your best price. I dont have time to play the games equivalent to, "let me check with my manager". I live in this area and am looking at about 20 dealerships to earn my business.
I look forward to your best response.
Respectfully,
They now know think that I will travel a good distance for the right deal as I purposely put a living location several hundred miles from them.
It too takes a bit of work, but is usually worth it.
I am looking to purchase a (Insert Vehicle). My time is valuable as I am sure yours is too. That being said here are the features and color I prefer. Please let me know what is your best price. I dont have time to play the games equivalent to, "let me check with my manager". I live in this area and am looking at about 20 dealerships to earn my business.
I look forward to your best response.
Respectfully,
They now know think that I will travel a good distance for the right deal as I purposely put a living location several hundred miles from them.
It too takes a bit of work, but is usually worth it.