There was no dealer mark-ups or addons required here in Jax, FL. The car I
bought had a $9 paperwork fee and I bought the extended warrantee (with
works out to 60% commision for the dealer.)
KK
> John J. DeGrazia wrote:
>> Hi Everyone,
>>
>> Since I have impacted your internet experience with my trials,
>> tribulations and stupid questions over my labored decision to buy a
>> Prius. I feel it is only fair to inform you that you all helped me
>> immensely in my decision.
>>
>> Yesterday I took delivery on an 05 Package 6 in Driftwood Pearl. Exactly
>> the car I wanted. No waiting list either. No deposit. San Diego dealers
>> (as well as many in CA) commonly attach a $,000.00 additional mark up
>> over MSRP. With the information I found through all of you. I was able to
>> talk them down from that to MSRP. It wasn't easy. but I did it. All in
>> all it was $6,800.00 before tax, license paint sealant, seat cover
>> sealant, and extended warranty.
>>
>> I just got the SMART Key to work, and the stereo tuned to my favorite
>> channels. I was able to get the GPS to direct us to our favorite Chinese
>> restaurant. But I have so much more to learn about this car.
>>
>> I feel I have taken on a new education. I hope to learn how to use all
>> the gadgets, and adapt my driving habits to get the best mileage.
>>
>> Thanks again for all the help!
>>
> Congrats, welcome to the club John. I waited 8 months for my first 2004
> but my second 2004 was an impulse buy. I don't want to burst your bubble,
> but the dealer "packs" you had to pay for...the sealants and the extended
> warranty are huge profit items for a dealership, which I still consider
> way above MSRP. Technically, if you look at my sticker, MSRP for the 2004
> was $0295. The BC package added $245 and the dealer processing and
> handling fee (non-negotiable) was $65, so my car was $6105. After that
> point, the label states "Total from the Manufacturer's label" and then the
> dealer installed options are listed. I got the PV1, carpets for $69 and
> had to pay a $.18 fuel surcharge, so my total "out-the-door" price was
> $6,280.18 before state tax and license fees. I installed XM satellite
> radio (which I highly recommend) and had my dream car. Unfortunately, its
> been sold...but I can still drive my wife's car, so I still get quality
> Prius time. IMHO, I don't think west coast dealers are still dealing with
> Prius buyers fairly. We have it easier out here in the east, especially
> now since it seems the wait lines are ending sooner than on the left
> coast. BTW, I've never heard of license plate sealant...is this some
> California thing? See you on priuschat.com!
> Bill in Cary, NC
Thanks Bill!
There should have been a comma between license and plate (license, paint
sealant). I now feel pretty silly. but I enjoy the joke as much as the next
person.
I know that all of the options I bought were a huge markup for the dealer.
But many of them are actually worth something. The Teflon paint sealant is
really the only way you can get any guarantee on the paint. Since the
manufacturers have had to ban lead from auto paint. they can no longer
guarantee it for more than a year.
The light tan fabric of the interior just begs to be stained by my two kids
and our dog. So I really have to justify the additional fabric protection.
Heck. I have spilled my share of coffee in my older cars.
The only option that I bought that I now question is the satellite version
of the lo-jack system. I am pretty certain that the built in anti-theft
technology in this vehicle are quite extensive and comprehensive. However...
Here, next to the Mexican border, and Tijuana, if we get a car stolen, that
is usually where it goes. Lo-Jack works on cell phone antenna cells, and it
does NOT work south of the boarder.
I know I paid a premium for all of those options. I could be considered
foolish by some. And rightfully so. I don't buy a new car very often, and I
really like having the newest high tech technology. I don't think I would
pay anything for it, but I would pay a fair price.
John
05 Package 6
Driftwood Pearl
124 miles @ 40.3 average MPG
Every one of them driven with a shit eatin; grin!
:)
> Congrats, welcome to the club John. I waited 8 months for my first 2004
> but my second 2004 was an impulse buy. I don't want to burst your bubble,
> but the dealer "packs" you had to pay for...the sealants and the extended
> warranty are huge profit items for a dealership, which I still consider
> way above MSRP. Technically, if you look at my sticker, MSRP for the 2004
> was $0295. The BC package added $245 and the dealer processing and
> handling fee (non-negotiable) was $65, so my car was $6105. After that
> point, the label states "Total from the Manufacturer's label" and then the
> dealer installed options are listed. I got the PV1, carpets for $69 and
> had to pay a $.18 fuel surcharge, so my total "out-the-door" price was
> $6,280.18 before state tax and license fees. I installed XM satellite
> radio (which I highly recommend) and had my dream car. Unfortunately, its
> been sold...but I can still drive my wife's car, so I still get quality
> Prius time. IMHO, I don't think west coast dealers are still dealing with
> Prius buyers fairly. We have it easier out here in the east, especially
> now since it seems the wait lines are ending sooner than on the left
> coast. BTW, I've never heard of license plate sealant...is this some
> California thing? See you on priuschat.com!
> Bill in Cary, NC
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>> Hi Everyone,
>>
>> Since I have impacted your internet experience with my trials,
>> tribulations and stupid questions over my labored decision to buy a
>> Prius. I feel it is only fair to inform you that you all helped me
>> immensely in my decision.
>>
>> Yesterday I took delivery on an 05 Package 6 in Driftwood Pearl. Exactly
>> the car I wanted. No waiting list either. No deposit. San Diego dealers
>> (as well as many in CA) commonly attach a $,000.00 additional mark up
>> over MSRP. With the information I found through all of you. I was able to
>> talk them down from that to MSRP. It wasn't easy. but I did it. All in
>> all it was $6,800.00 before tax, license paint sealant, seat cover
>> sealant, and extended warranty.
>>
>> I just got the SMART Key to work, and the stereo tuned to my favorite
>> channels. I was able to get the GPS to direct us to our favorite Chinese
>> restaurant. But I have so much more to learn about this car.
>>
>> I feel I have taken on a new education. I hope to learn how to use all
>> the gadgets, and adapt my driving habits to get the best mileage.
>>
>> Thanks again for all the help!
>>
> Congrats, welcome to the club John. I waited 8 months for my first 2004
> but my second 2004 was an impulse buy. I don't want to burst your bubble,
> but the dealer "packs" you had to pay for...the sealants and the extended
> warranty are huge profit items for a dealership, which I still consider
> way above MSRP. Technically, if you look at my sticker, MSRP for the 2004
> was $0295. The BC package added $245 and the dealer processing and
> handling fee (non-negotiable) was $65, so my car was $6105. After that
> point, the label states "Total from the Manufacturer's label" and then the
> dealer installed options are listed. I got the PV1, carpets for $69 and
> had to pay a $.18 fuel surcharge, so my total "out-the-door" price was
> $6,280.18 before state tax and license fees. I installed XM satellite
> radio (which I highly recommend) and had my dream car. Unfortunately, its
> been sold...but I can still drive my wife's car, so I still get quality
> Prius time. IMHO, I don't think west coast dealers are still dealing with
> Prius buyers fairly. We have it easier out here in the east, especially
> now since it seems the wait lines are ending sooner than on the left
> coast. BTW, I've never heard of license plate sealant...is this some
> California thing? See you on priuschat.com!
> Bill in Cary, NC