i'm torn between the models. i really can't decide. the 08 fits are going under invoice right now while the 09 is suppose to be cheaper than the 08 (MSRP) at least.

please help

 

I would have waited for the '09 had I known that they are addressing many of my major complaints. They will have a dead pedal, center armrest, passenger visor, more highway stability, and slightly more power. If they add an optional sunroof, I'll really be pissed.

We will correct all of Honda's "mistakes" on our car, but it will cost a lot more than just buying the '09.

 

I would wait a little bit for more details of the 09. Then you can make a more informed decision.

 

right now the deals are pretty good on the 08. i'm just not sure how hard it would be to bargain down the 09 since it really is a improved car in terms of it's tech specs.

 

I much do you like the look of the current design? If you really like the next gen look it will be worth the wait. You would probaly have to wait untill around october, but if you talk with a dealer you could probaly pre-order.

Tyler

 

Price seems to be a big factor in your decision so you do the math. Could you afford to wait and could you afford to pay probably MSRP + Markup (maybe) for the new model.

 

the new fit will probably end up being more expensive when it comes out. i find it hard to believe that with a new gen, they are going to make it cheaper then this one. i dunno. and it depends in how well you like them. dont buy anything you dont really want, you'll just regret it.

 

Mark up will probaly be avoidable with this new model. There will be more here in the US, unlike when the current gen hit, it was straight from Japan so we were not being allocated with that many and they were in high demand. Once dealers have them sitting on lots, mark ups will drop(at most dealers). Also, dont expect more then a 1000$ jump in MSRP. If you you look at the trend of Honda with new model mark up, you will also see it wont be more then 1k$.

Tyler

 

i'm okay with the exterior of both of the fit with a slight edge to the 09 fit.

i think i would go for the sunroof option but it's def not a requirement since i use it very little on the east coast

i dislike how the 09 seems to only offer a tire repair kit (rumored)

the extra 09 gas mileage would be nice but it's negligible

the biggest factor would be price. i was initially on the fit waiting list but took my deposit back when the dealer wanted 1k over MSRP. Right now i have an offer of invoice so it's very tempting to take it but on the other hand i'm thinking maybe i can squeeze the same deal on a 09?? wishful thinking??

also have to add that my current car is going down hill.. not fast, but it's about to hit the dreaded 90k mile mark where a lot of check ups are required. and waiting for a 09 fit would really require me to drag it out for the remainder of the year in my current car.

 

I'm hoping that's the case as my local dealership is selling the current Fit with a $1999 markup. Definitely not going to buy an '09 from them

 

WOW! Just buy the new model. I have this oh so common car feeling regarding newer model---you'll miss the GD3. First love you know.

 

Why not wait another nine or ten days till the auto show. Then you'll ( we'll) know when the 09 will be available, what the North American specs are, and the price. Then make a decision.

 

If your sure you want a Fit, just get it. A car at this price range will always have something missing, be it power, arm rest, or whatever else. Just get it, be happy, and don't look back.

 

The price for the 2008's shouldn't do anything but continue to go down as time passes. When the 09's come out, dealers will likely further discount the 08's to move them off the lot. Unless your current car starts causing you problems, I say wait until the fall. As soon as the 09's arrive at dealers, go drive both an '08 and '09 and see what kind of deals you can get. If you go while the stock of 08's is still high, the dealer can likely find an 08 like you want it (color, options, etc), but don't put it off because as time goes by the selection of 08's will dwindle.