Am I paying too much?
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Am I paying too much?
After requesting a quote from my dealer following C350:
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
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After requesting a quote from my dealer following C350:
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
What is your location? Are all the dealers around your area giving you the similar price?
I don't know the price on the c350 but the 300s are all going below MSRP. Similar posts on this board has indicated so and sometimes even below invoice. Similar package on c300 4matic is costing around 39-40k. So a 4k premium for that extra HP sounds high to me.
This is around NYC metro area.
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I am in Boston, there only is a Herb Chambers here so I don't really have much of a choice. Does it make a difference if I am actually ordering the car?
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1999 C280 Previous / 2008 E350
After requesting a quote from my dealer following C350:
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
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nothing wrong in paying msrp,
it's MSRP not a "scam" yes there IS deals to be had but if they quote you MSRP there is probably room there.
The deposit of 5% may be a bit much, but not "out there"
Talk to your guy, negotiate and see what you can do with the price. but i wouldnt call it "rip off" at MSRP.
food for thought: as a canadian the 350 non-4matic is $47K base without options, sure a few "throw ins" for being "canadian" but dollars being so close to par and the cars coming from the same places, who's getting ripped
it's MSRP not a "scam" yes there IS deals to be had but if they quote you MSRP there is probably room there.
The deposit of 5% may be a bit much, but not "out there"
Talk to your guy, negotiate and see what you can do with the price. but i wouldnt call it "rip off" at MSRP.
food for thought: as a canadian the 350 non-4matic is $47K base without options, sure a few "throw ins" for being "canadian" but dollars being so close to par and the cars coming from the same places, who's getting ripped
Last edited by angeloxnet; Mar 17, 2008 at 05:13 PM.
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nothing wrong in paying msrp,
it's MSRP not a "scam" yes there IS deals to be had but if they quote you MSRP there is probably room there.
The deposit of 5% may be a bit much, but not "out there"
Talk to your guy, negotiate and see what you can do with the price. but i wouldnt call it "rip off" at MSRP.
food for thought: as a canadian the 350 non-4matic is $47K base without options, sure a few "throw ins" for being "canadian" but dollars being so close to par and the cars coming from the same places, who's getting ripped
it's MSRP not a "scam" yes there IS deals to be had but if they quote you MSRP there is probably room there.
The deposit of 5% may be a bit much, but not "out there"
Talk to your guy, negotiate and see what you can do with the price. but i wouldnt call it "rip off" at MSRP.
food for thought: as a canadian the 350 non-4matic is $47K base without options, sure a few "throw ins" for being "canadian" but dollars being so close to par and the cars coming from the same places, who's getting ripped
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I went with my in-laws to Fletcher Jones when they were looking for their ML350, and they would not budge...I even had a friend that works there as a mechanic, so we tried using his F&F discount, and still, they ended up getting a better deal at Buena Park
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2008 Black Out C350 Saks Edition / 87 VW GTI
After requesting a quote from my dealer following C350:
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
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2008 C350, Obsidian Black, P2, MM, Pano, AMG Wheels, i-Pod and Leather
After requesting a quote from my dealer following C350:
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
- C350WZ
- Metallic Paint (Steel Grey)
- Black Leather Upholstery
- P2 Package
- Multimedia Package
- iPod Adapter
I was quoted $44,660 + Tax/Registration. That is basically the MSRP. Is that too high? How much should I be paying? The dealer is also requesting a 5% deposit for the order, and it is non refundable in case I change my mind. What do you guys think?
I ordered in December basically the same car, except my color is Obsidian Black and it has a pano roof, which increases the MSRP by another $1k. I paid invoice, well below your quoted price, and I still think I could have done better. I put $1k down as a fully refundable deposit.
As suggested by others, get bids from several dealers in the area. I would call all of the dealers in New England for price quotes, working through their internet sales departments. Let them know you are a serious buyer who is obtaining quotes from multiple dealers and that you want their best price. It will take some work on your part (it took me about two weeks to complete the process), but I would be surprised if you don't do much better than MSRP. I never actually visited a dealer until I finalized price and that process took about 30 minutes.
The car will be at port in about a week. Good luck.
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2008 C350, Obsidian Black, P2, MM, Pano, AMG Wheels, i-Pod and Leather
I'm in Orange County...where would you suggest as the best place to buy a C300 or C350?
I went with my in-laws to Fletcher Jones when they were looking for their ML350, and they would not budge...I even had a friend that works there as a mechanic, so we tried using his F&F discount, and still, they ended up getting a better deal at Buena Park
I went with my in-laws to Fletcher Jones when they were looking for their ML350, and they would not budge...I even had a friend that works there as a mechanic, so we tried using his F&F discount, and still, they ended up getting a better deal at Buena Park
I thought Dimitri Kiris at Simonson internet sales was and has been the best to work with. He gave me the best price, although others matched it. I ultimately gave him my business because he went to his bottom line price right away and was very responsive and professional. Since I ordered the car in December, he has kept me regularly apprised of its status and returns my emails on the same day.
Tell him the person who ordered the Obsidian Black C350 arriving on the Phoenix Leader sent you. BTW, I have no affiliation with him or Simonson. Hope this helps.
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99 DC2, 08 C350
When I ordered my C350 I contacted every MB dealer in Southern Cal - from San Diego to Santa Barbara. I was not impressed with FJ.
I thought Dimitri Kiris at Simonson internet sales was and has been the best to work with. He gave me the best price, although others matched it. I ultimately gave him my business because he went to his bottom line price right away and was very responsive and professional. Since I ordered the car in December, he has kept me regularly apprised of its status and returns my emails on the same day.
Tell him the person who ordered the Obsidian Black C350 arriving on the Phoenix Leader sent you. BTW, I have no affiliation with him or Simonson. Hope this helps.
I thought Dimitri Kiris at Simonson internet sales was and has been the best to work with. He gave me the best price, although others matched it. I ultimately gave him my business because he went to his bottom line price right away and was very responsive and professional. Since I ordered the car in December, he has kept me regularly apprised of its status and returns my emails on the same day.
Tell him the person who ordered the Obsidian Black C350 arriving on the Phoenix Leader sent you. BTW, I have no affiliation with him or Simonson. Hope this helps.
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I was watching the news today and the advertisement for the local MB dealer, mb of North Olmsted came on no money down , $399.99/month lease 27 months... I was like damn... everyone can get a MB now
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I've dealt with James Sullivan while at MBLN and he is now over at Fletcher Jones. I have always gotten the car I wanted at the price I wanted with him. Stand up guy.
The folks over at MBLN are awesome too, I just chose not to do business with FJ over my E55 debacle.
The folks over at MBLN are awesome too, I just chose not to do business with FJ over my E55 debacle.
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2008 R350 & 2008 C300
C 350
Prices Do Not Include $825 Destination Charge or Advertising Fees.
M.S.R.P. = $36,900
Invoice = $34,317
Options:
Steel Grey Metallic Paint - $710/$660
Black Leather - $1,550/$1,442
P2 - $1,350/1,256
MM - $2,950/$2,744
IPOD - $375/$349
Totals:
M.S.R.P. = $44,660
Invoice = $41,593
By no means should anyone be paying M.S.R.P. for a C class at this point, even if its a special order. Also keep in mind that the prices above (taken from edmunds.com) do not include the $825 for destination or the roughly $400 advertising fee. I special ordered my C300 when they first came out and still got $2k off M.S.R.P. and got some freebies included in the deal. A C350 has a higher M.S.R.P. which gives them even more room to play with numbers, so seeing at the very least a $2k discount would be normal and a $2.5k - $3k discount wouldn't shock me either.
Prices Do Not Include $825 Destination Charge or Advertising Fees.
M.S.R.P. = $36,900
Invoice = $34,317
Options:
Steel Grey Metallic Paint - $710/$660
Black Leather - $1,550/$1,442
P2 - $1,350/1,256
MM - $2,950/$2,744
IPOD - $375/$349
Totals:
M.S.R.P. = $44,660
Invoice = $41,593
By no means should anyone be paying M.S.R.P. for a C class at this point, even if its a special order. Also keep in mind that the prices above (taken from edmunds.com) do not include the $825 for destination or the roughly $400 advertising fee. I special ordered my C300 when they first came out and still got $2k off M.S.R.P. and got some freebies included in the deal. A C350 has a higher M.S.R.P. which gives them even more room to play with numbers, so seeing at the very least a $2k discount would be normal and a $2.5k - $3k discount wouldn't shock me either.
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Porsche Cayman S / Audi A3
When I ordered my C350 I contacted every MB dealer in Southern Cal - from San Diego to Santa Barbara. I was not impressed with FJ.
I thought Dimitri Kiris at Simonson internet sales was and has been the best to work with. He gave me the best price, although others matched it. I ultimately gave him my business because he went to his bottom line price right away and was very responsive and professional. Since I ordered the car in December, he has kept me regularly apprised of its status and returns my emails on the same day.
Tell him the person who ordered the Obsidian Black C350 arriving on the Phoenix Leader sent you. BTW, I have no affiliation with him or Simonson. Hope this helps.
I thought Dimitri Kiris at Simonson internet sales was and has been the best to work with. He gave me the best price, although others matched it. I ultimately gave him my business because he went to his bottom line price right away and was very responsive and professional. Since I ordered the car in December, he has kept me regularly apprised of its status and returns my emails on the same day.
Tell him the person who ordered the Obsidian Black C350 arriving on the Phoenix Leader sent you. BTW, I have no affiliation with him or Simonson. Hope this helps.
Where is Simonson if you don't mind me asking? Thanks.
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From: Orange County, CA
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Cool, thanks for the tip. They are the closest to me so that's good. I don't have an overall good impression of FJ as most have already noted. For being allegedly the biggest dealer in the nation they don't seem to want to negotiate much. At least that's what I've heard. That on top of the fact they are a bunch of arrogant a-holes.
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C350, ML350
invoice pricing
Hey All,
you should be able to purchase the C300s or C350s at invoice cost plus the options, especially with the recession we are having....
I got my C350:
iridium silver/grey
MM
P2
Ipod
Pano
18 AMG
for about 45KOTD
you should be able to purchase the C300s or C350s at invoice cost plus the options, especially with the recession we are having....
I got my C350:
iridium silver/grey
MM
P2
Ipod
Pano
18 AMG
for about 45KOTD
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2010 Prius & Miata MX5 PRHT, 2010 Toyota Venza AWD, 05 C55 AMG, Yamaha 1100 Custom, Honda 250 Reflex
Whatever you pay for your C300/C350 down the States, you guys are still getting a far better deal than us up here in Canada.
Only thing is we can order Keyless Go!
Only thing is we can order Keyless Go!
