Auto broker Versus self negotiating
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Auto broker Versus self negotiating
Has anyone used a broker to get their vehicle?
What was your experience?
I'm located in Florida and was thinking about it for my next car. I have one in mind.
What was your experience?
I'm located in Florida and was thinking about it for my next car. I have one in mind.
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Several years ago I had a bad experience using a broker. The car was delivered when promised and payment went smoothly except getting the Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin required to have a title issued per Florida Statutes Section 319.21. It took weeks and threats of litigation to get the MCO. I have not used a broker since. I can get as good or better deal using my own negotiating skills directly with a dealer.
I got a bit more than a 6% discount off msrp on the first 2018 E300 to arrive at the dealership as well as no dealer fee and other swag.
I got a bit more than a 6% discount off msrp on the first 2018 E300 to arrive at the dealership as well as no dealer fee and other swag.
Last edited by ua549; Sep 29, 2017 at 10:03 AM.
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I am with ua549, you don't need a broker to get a good deal, and it puts an intermediary between you and your dealer, which could be an issue later. I was able to negotiate about 7% off a 2017 in Q4 of last year without much effort, and probably could have done better had I been willing to spend the time. I really like working with my dealer, and the service they have provided after the sale has convinced me that I would like to continue to deal with them in the future. As an example, I broke a piece of interior trim and my dealer fixed it at no charge without an appointment - that has value to me. So - net net, I haven't used a broker and don't feel you'd need one to get a deal you will be happy with.
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I assume you are asking about buying new rather than used where brokers can be of value in finding cars. It's worthwhile checking out what kind of deal you might get through a credit union, insurance company, wholesale club, etc. but I've never found them much better than what I could get myself whether through internet sales at the dealer or going in person.
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Would those percentages hold true for a 2018 E400 Wagon? How about a 2018 S550 sedan? Thanks!
