R56 Opinion Request on Sale Price (29k)
#1
Opinion Request on Sale Price (29k)
I just got back from MINI of Nashville where I was quoted 29,000 for a MSC with the following:
Sparkling Silver, Black Top/Mirrors, White Turn Signals, JCW Aero Kit, Premium Package, Sport Suspension, Xenon Headlamps, Limited Slip Differential, Chrome Line Interior, Center Arm Rest, Anthracite Headliner, Leatherette, Paino Black Surface, iPod interface.
One thing I did note was that on the website the aero package is right around 1500-1600. The price they quoted me was 2550 saying that that included installation price.
This price was to include everything such as processing fees and such. I'm just wondering if this is a good deal, average deal, or not good deal. And also if I would have any luck checking out other dealers. I told them once they gave me the quote that I was going to spend the next 2 or 3 days internetting around trying to find a better deal (they insist that MINI does not haggle or negotiate and that's fine if they don't) and if I couldn't find a better deal, I'd hand them a check by the end of next week.
Thanks for any advice/opinions you might have
Sparkling Silver, Black Top/Mirrors, White Turn Signals, JCW Aero Kit, Premium Package, Sport Suspension, Xenon Headlamps, Limited Slip Differential, Chrome Line Interior, Center Arm Rest, Anthracite Headliner, Leatherette, Paino Black Surface, iPod interface.
One thing I did note was that on the website the aero package is right around 1500-1600. The price they quoted me was 2550 saying that that included installation price.
This price was to include everything such as processing fees and such. I'm just wondering if this is a good deal, average deal, or not good deal. And also if I would have any luck checking out other dealers. I told them once they gave me the quote that I was going to spend the next 2 or 3 days internetting around trying to find a better deal (they insist that MINI does not haggle or negotiate and that's fine if they don't) and if I couldn't find a better deal, I'd hand them a check by the end of next week.
Thanks for any advice/opinions you might have
#2
Build it in the configurator on www.miniusa.com. That should tell you exactly. Your MA was right on the fact that they don't haggle. I haven't heard of anyone getting a discount... maybe on some accessories, etc. but not off of MSRP, unless it is old stock the dealer is trying to push.
#3
Actually, the guy and I built it together at the showroom. The only 2 things that were different between the build yours now price was the inflated JCW Areo Kit (2550 instead of whatever it was online) and the 500 iPod thing (and assorted fees and charges like tag, licensing, etc.). I guess what i'm worried about was the doubling of the JCW package due to installation fees then 'removing' the extra to make it seem like I was getting a 'deal' when it looks like I was just getting the MSRP of the car.
Maybe I'm just a lil' biased against car dealers/salesmen but it felt a little sleazy to me.
Maybe I'm just a lil' biased against car dealers/salesmen but it felt a little sleazy to me.
#4
#5
Correct, they don't haggle or deal, you pay MSRP. The only differences may be on the installation charges for the aero kit or iPod interface. I've seen a wide fluctuation here on what people have been quoted for it (iPod interface) installed. The only other price that really varies is any dealer prep fees. If you are concerend about their installation charges check with any other dealers that may be close to you, they may give you a better price, they may not. But otherwise, plan on paying MSRP.
#6
yea everything in step 5 of the configurator prices are only for the product. when you go from step 4 to 5 a pop up window comes up and says "that these prices don't include installation or painting". next time you go to the confiurator when you go from step 4 to step 5 read that pop up screen that you have to click on saying you read and accept the terms to go to add the JCW areo kit
by the way who was your sales person? i just ordered my mini from John Monk of mini of Nashville. great guy and very helpful
by the way who was your sales person? i just ordered my mini from John Monk of mini of Nashville. great guy and very helpful
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Apparently although I got me a college edumkation I can't read or more likely... didn't pay attention to the pop up. Thanks, I thought I was getting a fair deal, just wanted to make sure.
As far as MINI of nashville goes, I spoke with justin on the phone once begging to get an MCS w/ the chrono gauges (no dice unless I bought the convertible) and delt with Jeremy Furlong (also a nice guy, also made me cry when I attempted to get the Chrono guages but that's life).
The only problem I have with MINI of Nashville is being so close to all the BMWs next door/ in the other lot made me drool and drooling is never all that cool (not that mini's aren't droolable, it's just a different kinda drool).
As far as MINI of nashville goes, I spoke with justin on the phone once begging to get an MCS w/ the chrono gauges (no dice unless I bought the convertible) and delt with Jeremy Furlong (also a nice guy, also made me cry when I attempted to get the Chrono guages but that's life).
The only problem I have with MINI of Nashville is being so close to all the BMWs next door/ in the other lot made me drool and drooling is never all that cool (not that mini's aren't droolable, it's just a different kinda drool).
#9
yea i made the same mistake last year when i went to test drive an 06 mini. i thought the price for the stuff in step 5 was the cost till john told me that was just for the part and did not count the installation fee. i was like you i just click the ok button so i can finish customizing the mini at the time.
yea but the BMWs are cost much more money
yea but the BMWs are cost much more money
#12
#14
Build it in the configurator on www.miniusa.com. That should tell you exactly. Your MA was right on the fact that they don't haggle. I haven't heard of anyone getting a discount... maybe on some accessories, etc. but not off of MSRP, unless it is old stock the dealer is trying to push.
#16
I ended up getting: Dark Silver, Black Top/Mirrors, JCW Aero Kit, Premium Package, Sport Suspension, Xenon Headlamps, Limited Slip Differential, Chrome Line Interior, Center Arm Rest, Anthracite Headliner,Punch Black Leather, Paino Black Surface, iPod interface. for just over 30.
I called around and Charlotte and Nashville gave me the best (same) price while Memphis and Jax were almost 1k more (but Memphis did offer to throw in floor mats)
I called around and Charlotte and Nashville gave me the best (same) price while Memphis and Jax were almost 1k more (but Memphis did offer to throw in floor mats)
#17
#18
Not haggling for MINI's is a myth. I walked into the MINI dealership here with information in a big folder I prepared (car dealerships HATE the folder) with print-outs from Edmunds.com and a few other web sites on their invoice price and started there, asking how much profit they wanted to make on the sale, instead of going down from MSRP. I was able to get a good deal by haggling on a car that I ordered direct from the factory (i.e., not something on their floor).
Last edited by ahalibut; 08-04-2007 at 10:25 AM. Reason: fleshed out a sentence
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#21
Would you guys mind sharing which dealerships you purchased from? The dealer here won't go down on a price unless the car is heavily optioned, like near 30K optioned. I figure, why try to fight the local guys? Maybe somone else will deal and ship...I'm in Maryland, btw.
Last edited by Meat-Eater; 07-18-2007 at 12:45 AM.
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