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Old 09-21-2003, 08:28 AM
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Default How to keep from being gouged

I KNOW I want to get the 04 S2K!

How do I get a good deal at a dealership if they see that I already know what I want?
The dealership told me that to get on the waiting list, I have to put down a deposit. This obviously means I'm committed to buying the car...
If you put yourself on the waiting list aren't you losing all your bargaining power???
What have yall done?
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Bargaining power? Hmm...on the new '04 model, every dealership around here is going to hold every penny of profit because it's new. If they have a waiting list, then there is some demand for that vehicle in your area and most likely the price will be close to MSRP. If you decide to put a deposit on the 2004, definitely negotiate a price beforehand. Good luck in your search!
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Bargain before you put yourself on the list. Get the price you want first and then give em your deposit.
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Deposits are most often times refundable...
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Well, you can try to do a purchase through the internet. Most of the times, tehy will give you a better deal then if you go in and deal with a sales person. The internet manager dont make commission like the sales person will, so most of the times you can get it cheaper. Always worth a try

Best of luck and stick to your guns. Even if it takes 6 months, you can get what you want
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