How much did you pay for your Fit?
#1021
Well done and congrats . Got our '13 Silver base w/ 5 speed auto for $15,574 before tax , etc. .
#1022
I don't know if I offered too much, the dealership was keen to reduce inventory, or the sales guy sized me up as someone who would not negotiate, but it took them all of five minutes to accept my first (and truly would have been last) offer.
The only thing they tried to push at all (and that pretty gently) was the finance offers HMC was giving. I don't know how the final price would have changed if I had financed.
#1025
I was just offered $16,800 for a new 2013 Honda Fit Sport from Carson Honda here in So.Cal. It seems like this isn't a very good deal compared to what everyone else is getting. This didn't include TTL. Does everyone agree? They still have 5 2013's available.
#1026
Don't take that offer!!! Shop around with other dealers. With an A/T, that's at least $1,000 more than what others have been paying!!!
#1027
Yeah, that's what I'm thinking. The girlfriend and I have decided that the Fit is the right car for us, but looks like we might have to go with a used one. Surprisingly there are a lot of salvage title cars here in SoCal that are several thousand dollars less. Yesterday we looked at a 2011 for $10,990 that drove great.
#1028
REbuilders and salvage outfits make a good living by restoring these cars. Initial cost may be cheaper than a "clean" car but just remember that the "salvage" title will remain with it forever. Down the road, unloading it may be a pain in the pocket.
$10k is a pretty large budget and am sure you can score a "clean" 2011 or 2012 as long as you take your time and invest in searching around SoCal. Many nice cars out there.
Only a few more weeks (months) and there'll be the first couple of 000 GK's on the road. Once that happens, the GE's will go through a downward price adjustment - therefore, you have time working for you. Take advantage of this!!!
Happy shopping and post pics of what you decide to get!!!
#1029
REbuilders and salvage outfits make a good living by restoring these cars. Initial cost may be cheaper than a "clean" car but just remember that the "salvage" title will remain with it forever. Down the road, unloading it may be a pain in the pocket.
$10k is a pretty large budget and am sure you can score a "clean" 2011 or 2012 as long as you take your time and invest in searching around SoCal. Many nice cars out there.
Only a few more weeks (months) and there'll be the first couple of 000 GK's on the road. Once that happens, the GE's will go through a downward price adjustment - therefore, you have time working for you. Take advantage of this!!!
$10k is a pretty large budget and am sure you can score a "clean" 2011 or 2012 as long as you take your time and invest in searching around SoCal. Many nice cars out there.
Only a few more weeks (months) and there'll be the first couple of 000 GK's on the road. Once that happens, the GE's will go through a downward price adjustment - therefore, you have time working for you. Take advantage of this!!!
You're right that there will probably be more downward pressure as the 2015's are arriving. I just wish that we had the time to take advantage of it. We are selling the house and probably moving across the country. We need a car that will make the trip without giving us any problems.
#1031
2011 White Fit Sport w/23k mi
Well, told you guys I kinda needed a car now. I told my girlfriend to get in the picture. =P Here is the new (to me) 2011 Fit Sport with 23k miles. Price was $12,500 for the car and $13,842 after California taxes, license, registration, etc.
#1032
Did you really have to include the GF in the pic??? Now I can't really critique the vehicle's imperfections cause the person in front is too perfect!!!!
Nice low-mileage Fit. Can't go wrong with that!!!
Congrats and enjoy them both!!!
#1033
My new color of choice - White!!! IMO, the best color for where I live.
Did you really have to include the GF in the pic??? Now I can't really critique the vehicle's imperfections cause the person in front is too perfect!!!!
Nice low-mileage Fit. Can't go wrong with that!!!
Congrats and enjoy them both!!!
Did you really have to include the GF in the pic??? Now I can't really critique the vehicle's imperfections cause the person in front is too perfect!!!!
Nice low-mileage Fit. Can't go wrong with that!!!
Congrats and enjoy them both!!!
She then decided you were lying because she didn't do anything with her hair in that picture so she must look awful and you must be teasing her.
...and then she decided that maybe it doesn't look that bad in the picture and you were being truthful.
#1035
Well the actual MSRP of the 2013 Wheel Locks is $59.00
That's what happens when the buyer(s) are uninformed unfortunately- but that's why dealership's General Manager's etc. can sell a car- like they would for me at dealer cost less incentives and holdback- since they know they still will make PROFITS during the month/year from selling cars to people who don't know pricing and just want to get into dealership wanting a car now- and if they fall further into the dealerships trap (actually a trap that the buyer has to blame for as well)- meaning they are enticed by making a purchased based on the "monthly payment" and not the true cost.
But- it is so wrong to ask for $179.00 on the dealer added sticker when the freakin' MSRP is $120.00 less! And even at $59.00 they are still making MONEY!
That's what happens when the buyer(s) are uninformed unfortunately- but that's why dealership's General Manager's etc. can sell a car- like they would for me at dealer cost less incentives and holdback- since they know they still will make PROFITS during the month/year from selling cars to people who don't know pricing and just want to get into dealership wanting a car now- and if they fall further into the dealerships trap (actually a trap that the buyer has to blame for as well)- meaning they are enticed by making a purchased based on the "monthly payment" and not the true cost.
But- it is so wrong to ask for $179.00 on the dealer added sticker when the freakin' MSRP is $120.00 less! And even at $59.00 they are still making MONEY!
#1036
2013 Fit 5dr Sport: Taffeta White w/ Black interior, 5-speed automatic trans, theft deterrent system, 160-watt audio system, USB interface, Driver's armrest, floor mats, 16" x 6.0" alloy wheels, underbody kit, rear spoiler, halogen headlights, fog lights, remote entry, wheel locks.... (not all features/extras listed). Dealership topped off gas tank.
Only 170 original miles (mostly test drives from other customers at dealership), so basically BRAND NEW.
$18,010 MSRP
$790 Destination and Handling (Japan)
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$18,800 Total Vehicle Price
-$1,462 Dealer Discount (had told them MSRP was a little pricey)
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$17,338 Cash price of vehicle and accessories
+980 Sales tax
+96 license, title, registration
+15 on line registration fee
+133 documentary fee
+5 PTA tire tax
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$18,566 Total price
-$1,000 Trade (2 POS vehicles I just wanted to get rid of)
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$17,566 my price out the door.
I own it outright (paid cash). Bought it on 4/7/2014.
Only 170 original miles (mostly test drives from other customers at dealership), so basically BRAND NEW.
$18,010 MSRP
$790 Destination and Handling (Japan)
--------
$18,800 Total Vehicle Price
-$1,462 Dealer Discount (had told them MSRP was a little pricey)
--------
$17,338 Cash price of vehicle and accessories
+980 Sales tax
+96 license, title, registration
+15 on line registration fee
+133 documentary fee
+5 PTA tire tax
--------
$18,566 Total price
-$1,000 Trade (2 POS vehicles I just wanted to get rid of)
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$17,566 my price out the door.
I own it outright (paid cash). Bought it on 4/7/2014.
#1037
The last of the '13s price ?
Well...I thought the new Honda offers that came out last week would be much sweeter.
The quotes I have received over the weekend have been about $1000 off a Sport and $600 off a base.
I have to wait a couple more weeks and wonder if anyone has gotten a better deal.
The quotes I have received over the weekend have been about $1000 off a Sport and $600 off a base.
I have to wait a couple more weeks and wonder if anyone has gotten a better deal.
#1038
2013 base blue
Good deal or? 2013 fit 3miles
Vehicle= $15676
4 year registration = $273
Reg. handling fee= $75
Trade in = car died and I took it to dealer. Trade in value was no fee for diagnosis ($350 ish...can't remember true $)1998 accord lx v6 157k fair condition needed distributor and crank seal $865 (at least). Or (best fix) distributor and new timing belt $1800 ish. I was told car had "no spark" and would need to be towed if I chose not to have repairs done. When I returned to dealership 3 days later to remove belongings car started right up. I was told "mechanic did a things to be able to move it out of garage but it would be necessary to fix issues before they put car up for auction".
Ummm dealers "FIX" cars before auctioning them? Wow that's honest! I call bologna! To bad paperwork was signed.
So Did I get screwed on trade in? or am I a whiny chick who got a decent deal overall?
Vehicle= $15676
4 year registration = $273
Reg. handling fee= $75
Trade in = car died and I took it to dealer. Trade in value was no fee for diagnosis ($350 ish...can't remember true $)1998 accord lx v6 157k fair condition needed distributor and crank seal $865 (at least). Or (best fix) distributor and new timing belt $1800 ish. I was told car had "no spark" and would need to be towed if I chose not to have repairs done. When I returned to dealership 3 days later to remove belongings car started right up. I was told "mechanic did a things to be able to move it out of garage but it would be necessary to fix issues before they put car up for auction".
Ummm dealers "FIX" cars before auctioning them? Wow that's honest! I call bologna! To bad paperwork was signed.
So Did I get screwed on trade in? or am I a whiny chick who got a decent deal overall?
Last edited by Cecefit; 05-24-2014 at 08:42 AM. Reason: New title and I am a doofus
#1039
Good deal or? 2013 fit 3miles
Vehicle= $15676
4 year registration = $273
Reg. handling fee= $75
Trade in = car died and I took it to dealer. Trade in value was no fee for diagnosis ($350 ish...can't remember true $)1998 accord lx v6 157k fair condition needed distributor and crank seal $865 (at least). Or (best fix) distributor and new timing belt $1800 ish. I was told car had "no spark" and would need to be towed if I chose not to have repairs done. When I returned to dealership 3 days later to remove belongings car started right up. I was told "mechanic did a things to be able to move it out of garage but it would be necessary to fix issues before they put car up for auction".
Ummm dealers "FIX" cars before auctioning them? Wow that's honest! I call bologna! To bad paperwork was signed.
So Did I get screwed on trade in? or am I a whiny chick who got a decent deal overall?
Vehicle= $15676
4 year registration = $273
Reg. handling fee= $75
Trade in = car died and I took it to dealer. Trade in value was no fee for diagnosis ($350 ish...can't remember true $)1998 accord lx v6 157k fair condition needed distributor and crank seal $865 (at least). Or (best fix) distributor and new timing belt $1800 ish. I was told car had "no spark" and would need to be towed if I chose not to have repairs done. When I returned to dealership 3 days later to remove belongings car started right up. I was told "mechanic did a things to be able to move it out of garage but it would be necessary to fix issues before they put car up for auction".
Ummm dealers "FIX" cars before auctioning them? Wow that's honest! I call bologna! To bad paperwork was signed.
So Did I get screwed on trade in? or am I a whiny chick who got a decent deal overall?
We all have to pay retail for something in this life. I'm saying that you bought a high quality car and got it at a good price, but the dealer took your trade that needed a few thousand to come back to life. Find another repair shop. You're not going to need one for a long time.
#1040
I recently purchased an 09 sport auto with nav which has 28,000 miles for $12700. I bought it from a private seller. I'm sure I could have offered a little less but I still think it's a good deal. I was tempted to wait for the 2015 but this was much cheaper.