Buying an RX8 ?
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Buying an RX8 ?
Ok guys,
I'm going to Scarborough Mazda to check out a new Rx8. I was wondering if you guys can share your experiences. I'm looking for a Ti Grey GT with moonroof (dealer's invoice is about $38k??). I don't think I need any of the other options. I've never bought a new car before.. (I'm a previous owner of a MR2 Turbo). What are some dealer tactics to try to upsell stuff etc. ? Are there anything I should be aware of such as rust proofing, extended warranties, etc ?
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I'm going to Scarborough Mazda to check out a new Rx8. I was wondering if you guys can share your experiences. I'm looking for a Ti Grey GT with moonroof (dealer's invoice is about $38k??). I don't think I need any of the other options. I've never bought a new car before.. (I'm a previous owner of a MR2 Turbo). What are some dealer tactics to try to upsell stuff etc. ? Are there anything I should be aware of such as rust proofing, extended warranties, etc ?
Thanks,
- Ken
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What are some dealer tactics to try to upsell stuff etc. ? Are there anything I should be aware of such as rust proofing, extended warranties, etc ?
What are some dealer tactics to try to upsell stuff etc. ? Are there anything I should be aware of such as rust proofing, extended warranties, etc ?
- ALL dealer add-ons are a rip-off. Never buy the paint protection, rust proofing, interior protection, window etching, etc. They sell them because they're 90% profit, not because they're good value for the customer. Often, a dealer makes more profit from those add-ons than they do from the car itself. IF you desperately want an extended warranty, don't pay more than 50% of what they initially ask for it.
- If you're not sure about something they offer but are tempted, come back here, post details, and ask about it. Never let them rush you into buying something extra that you hadn't planned on buying.
- Seriously consider getting a clear bra installed, such as that from www.xpel.com . They'll do far more to save your paint than anything the dealer can offer (there are several threads discussing this - search the Canada forum for 'xpel'). Also, be sure to plan on buying a separate set of wheels and winter tires if you're going to be driving the 8 in winter. The OEM tires are summer performance tires, and completely useless in winter. Again, there are several threads in this section discussing our choices from last fall - search for 'winter wheel' or 'winter tire'.
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Gordon
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Thanks Gordon..
What kind of freebies did you guys get, or didn't get ? Is it possible to get a new Rx8 GT with moonroof for $38K, or are Canadian mazda dealerships hard negotiators ?
Current finance rate is 5.9%. Current prime is 3.8 + 1 % = 4.8 % from the bank (i think..)
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What kind of freebies did you guys get, or didn't get ? Is it possible to get a new Rx8 GT with moonroof for $38K, or are Canadian mazda dealerships hard negotiators ?
Current finance rate is 5.9%. Current prime is 3.8 + 1 % = 4.8 % from the bank (i think..)
-K
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If you have good credit history, get a line of credit from your bank. It's generally less than the bank loan rate, and much lower than the 6.9% Mazda will be giving you.
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Re: Buying an RX8 ?
Originally posted by Kenesis
Ok guys,
I'm going to Scarborough Mazda to check out a new Rx8. I was wondering if you guys can share your experiences. I'm looking for a Ti Grey GT with moonroof (dealer's invoice is about $38k??). I don't think I need any of the other options. I've never bought a new car before.. (I'm a previous owner of a MR2 Turbo). What are some dealer tactics to try to upsell stuff etc. ? Are there anything I should be aware of such as rust proofing, extended warranties, etc ?
Thanks,
- Ken
Ok guys,
I'm going to Scarborough Mazda to check out a new Rx8. I was wondering if you guys can share your experiences. I'm looking for a Ti Grey GT with moonroof (dealer's invoice is about $38k??). I don't think I need any of the other options. I've never bought a new car before.. (I'm a previous owner of a MR2 Turbo). What are some dealer tactics to try to upsell stuff etc. ? Are there anything I should be aware of such as rust proofing, extended warranties, etc ?
Thanks,
- Ken
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What kind of freebies did you guys get, or didn't get ? Is it possible to get a new Rx8 GT with moonroof for $38K, or are Canadian mazda dealerships hard negotiators ?
What kind of freebies did you guys get, or didn't get ? Is it possible to get a new Rx8 GT with moonroof for $38K, or are Canadian mazda dealerships hard negotiators ?
I haven't seen anyone post what the Canadian invoice prices are like for the RX-8, but 38K would be 2500 below MSRP. As you said, that's got to be close to invoice - you'd be doing extremely well to get that price! It's hard to say if you're likely - early on (last summer and fall) when supply was really tight, all of us were paying MSRP. This winter and spring, people seem to be getting better prices, but I don't recall anyone getting $2.5K off yet. Now, though, with some 8s on the lot and the '05s arriving in 3 months, you might have better luck.
Please let us know how it goes!
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I like the spoiler.. but I don't know if its worth the price. The car's rear is already big.. what do you feel are neccessary accessories ? Cuz I was going get nothing.. just GT w/moonroof. Nothing else.
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Originally posted by Kenesis
I like the spoiler.. but I don't know if its worth the price. The car's rear is already big.. what do you feel are neccessary accessories ? Cuz I was going get nothing.. just GT w/moonroof. Nothing else.
I like the spoiler.. but I don't know if its worth the price. The car's rear is already big.. what do you feel are neccessary accessories ? Cuz I was going get nothing.. just GT w/moonroof. Nothing else.
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I have seen pics and listings for the X-Men wing on other threads..do a search and I'm sure you'll find it. I will try to post the MS wing pics on Monday......motocrossing this weekend, no time to develop film
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Isn't that the one on Lawrence and Birchmount? If so you may not want to go there.... I passed by and wasn't impressed. Thats a crappy area that is situated and they keep their cars on a lot which isn't properly sequestered after hours. As a result, anybody walking by can go fiddle with the cars and thats exactly whats happening because I noticed brand new cars on the lot that have been lightly vandalized (badges ripped off......)
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Originally posted by TODreamer
Isn't that the one on Lawrence and Birchmount? If so you may not want to go there.... I passed by and wasn't impressed. Thats a crappy area that is situated and they keep their cars on a lot which isn't properly sequestered after hours. As a result, anybody walking by can go fiddle with the cars and thats exactly whats happening because I noticed brand new cars on the lot that have been lightly vandalized (badges ripped off......)
Isn't that the one on Lawrence and Birchmount? If so you may not want to go there.... I passed by and wasn't impressed. Thats a crappy area that is situated and they keep their cars on a lot which isn't properly sequestered after hours. As a result, anybody walking by can go fiddle with the cars and thats exactly whats happening because I noticed brand new cars on the lot that have been lightly vandalized (badges ripped off......)
Just my experience, or your lack thereof??
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Thanks for all the heads up. I'm just going to go for a test drive later today at the scarboro one.. I live in scarboro so it's the closest dealership. For a guy who lives in newmarket, to buy cars in scarboro, there must be a good reason for that.. Thanks for all the support guys ! :D
I'm in no rush.. and If I can't get a good deal, which is all that matters to me, then I walk away. I find another dealership. Or wait until 2005s come in.
I'm in no rush.. and If I can't get a good deal, which is all that matters to me, then I walk away. I find another dealership. Or wait until 2005s come in.
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