Whose bought a leftover model well under invoice?
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Whose bought a leftover model well under invoice?
Hello all,
I'm pretty savvy when it comes to car buying, both leasing and financing. Admittedly, I ordered all but one of my lease cars which greatly impacts negotiations. I have never once seriously considered several cars from different dealers. So I have never played the "best deal wins" game.
For those of you who have, I have a question.......
How do you get a great deal on an MB that the dealer is motivated and/or incentivized to sell?
I'm looking at a 2016 GL that just arrived at my local dealer this week. And the GLSs will be in any day. If this particular GL is still there a month or 2 from now, how can you buy one under invoice? Do you have to pitch a number at them below invoice? Do you agree to buy it for a certain amount under invoice? (perhaps the form of the offer is irrelevant). I have heard from mercedes customers who have bought E classes for $2500 under invoice. S class owners who got over $12k off sticker - under certain circumstances. Is there trunk money from Mercedes to move certain models? If so, is there anywhere on the web to get information on that? I used to buy BMWs for $500.00 over invoice, but never below. I have heard of some very impressive deals on MBs.
I'd love to hear some explanations from those who got their cars for under invoice.
Thanks for any feedback.
Regards,
David
I'm pretty savvy when it comes to car buying, both leasing and financing. Admittedly, I ordered all but one of my lease cars which greatly impacts negotiations. I have never once seriously considered several cars from different dealers. So I have never played the "best deal wins" game.
For those of you who have, I have a question.......
How do you get a great deal on an MB that the dealer is motivated and/or incentivized to sell?
I'm looking at a 2016 GL that just arrived at my local dealer this week. And the GLSs will be in any day. If this particular GL is still there a month or 2 from now, how can you buy one under invoice? Do you have to pitch a number at them below invoice? Do you agree to buy it for a certain amount under invoice? (perhaps the form of the offer is irrelevant). I have heard from mercedes customers who have bought E classes for $2500 under invoice. S class owners who got over $12k off sticker - under certain circumstances. Is there trunk money from Mercedes to move certain models? If so, is there anywhere on the web to get information on that? I used to buy BMWs for $500.00 over invoice, but never below. I have heard of some very impressive deals on MBs.
I'd love to hear some explanations from those who got their cars for under invoice.
Thanks for any feedback.
Regards,
David
Last edited by 560SEL; Apr 18, 2016 at 08:06 PM.
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All of my 3 GL's I bought for $1K under invoice minus fleet discount ($2K), so total was $3K under invoice. 2 of them I ordered. No any special negotiation. Everything straight forward, usually my deals are at the end of the year.
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A slight off-topic but i want to ask:
Why not look at a Tesla Model X? I got my 2013 GL450 CPO, so I did not spend $70k+ But if I was looking purchase an SUV with that amount of money, I would've been after a Model X instead of a GL.
Just wanted to see why/anyone would not consider a Model X, unless you need a car now rather than end of year or next year when it is available.
Thanks.
Why not look at a Tesla Model X? I got my 2013 GL450 CPO, so I did not spend $70k+ But if I was looking purchase an SUV with that amount of money, I would've been after a Model X instead of a GL.
Just wanted to see why/anyone would not consider a Model X, unless you need a car now rather than end of year or next year when it is available.
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Time for the OP to confess: the car that just arrived locally is a 16' GL63. I thought the 63 might present a more unique opportunity. The redesigned 17' GLS63 is already in production. And...unlike the entire rest of the range, the 63 is a statement purchase, an automotive hermes belt if you will, whereas the 350, 450 and 550 are cars; practical cars sold in larger volume.
Personally, If I'm in the market to buy a GL 450 and my dealer has a new GLS and a 16' GL and they are apples to apples on options but the 16' is $7,500 less due to discounts & sub invoice pricing then accounting trumps passion for the new model in my book. I'd get the 16'. I think with the AMG cars, the logic may be different if you're chosing between the prior model an current model. (Although a friend of mine just bought an E63 and has no idea the new E is about to arrive). With the AMG its not a purchase based on financial prudence. So what I'm driving at it is - the 16' GL63 may be a hard sell at present. If its still there in a month or two, perhaps it would be a good candidate for a sweetheart deal?
I didn't get 1 penny off my CPO 450. I didn't even ask...I'm due a credit LOL!
Thanks for the feedback
DRP
Personally, If I'm in the market to buy a GL 450 and my dealer has a new GLS and a 16' GL and they are apples to apples on options but the 16' is $7,500 less due to discounts & sub invoice pricing then accounting trumps passion for the new model in my book. I'd get the 16'. I think with the AMG cars, the logic may be different if you're chosing between the prior model an current model. (Although a friend of mine just bought an E63 and has no idea the new E is about to arrive). With the AMG its not a purchase based on financial prudence. So what I'm driving at it is - the 16' GL63 may be a hard sell at present. If its still there in a month or two, perhaps it would be a good candidate for a sweetheart deal?
I didn't get 1 penny off my CPO 450. I didn't even ask...I'm due a credit LOL!
Thanks for the feedback
DRP
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Exactly. 10% sounds great. 10% off a GL63 is $12,500.
Truecar says the average price paid for the GL63 is $113,000.00 without the new model having just been released...
I think 12-15% off msrp would be a steal.
DRP
Truecar says the average price paid for the GL63 is $113,000.00 without the new model having just been released...
I think 12-15% off msrp would be a steal.
DRP
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Saw one in black at the grocery store yesterday. It was hideous looking. A bubbled roof all the way to the rear of the vehicle and that makes it an "SUV"? Looks like an ugly CUV, like a Honda Crosstour.
...and I've still never seen a Tesla with out of state plates. I'm taking a 3000 mile round trip vacation in our GL in May. I drive 1000 miles the first day up through Wyoming and into western Montana. Try and do that with a Tesla.
...and I've still never seen a Tesla with out of state plates. I'm taking a 3000 mile round trip vacation in our GL in May. I drive 1000 miles the first day up through Wyoming and into western Montana. Try and do that with a Tesla.
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A slight off-topic but i want to ask:
Why not look at a Tesla Model X? I got my 2013 GL450 CPO, so I did not spend $70k+ But if I was looking purchase an SUV with that amount of money, I would've been after a Model X instead of a GL.
Just wanted to see why/anyone would not consider a Model X, unless you need a car now rather than end of year or next year when it is available.
Thanks.
Why not look at a Tesla Model X? I got my 2013 GL450 CPO, so I did not spend $70k+ But if I was looking purchase an SUV with that amount of money, I would've been after a Model X instead of a GL.
Just wanted to see why/anyone would not consider a Model X, unless you need a car now rather than end of year or next year when it is available.
Thanks.
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A slight off-topic but i want to ask:
Why not look at a Tesla Model X? I got my 2013 GL450 CPO, so I did not spend $70k+ But if I was looking purchase an SUV with that amount of money, I would've been after a Model X instead of a GL.
Just wanted to see why/anyone would not consider a Model X, unless you need a car now rather than end of year or next year when it is available.
Thanks.
Why not look at a Tesla Model X? I got my 2013 GL450 CPO, so I did not spend $70k+ But if I was looking purchase an SUV with that amount of money, I would've been after a Model X instead of a GL.
Just wanted to see why/anyone would not consider a Model X, unless you need a car now rather than end of year or next year when it is available.
Thanks.
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Yep - our GL goes from home/school/train station/home, and weekend driving within 100 mile radius.
However, plan on taking it to Quebec for a holiday.
after seeing a review of the model x on youtube, the trunk is small and frankly, i like buttons. i think touchscreen will pull your eyes off the road.
I love our Gl450. it's power is insane and it is quiet.
However, plan on taking it to Quebec for a holiday.
after seeing a review of the model x on youtube, the trunk is small and frankly, i like buttons. i think touchscreen will pull your eyes off the road.
I love our Gl450. it's power is insane and it is quiet.
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I really wanted active curve, it's the number one option missing from mine. I wanted CPO, didn't want a '13, and couldn't wait around much longer, so I took the plunge on one that had nearly everything I wanted.
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I had been looking for a deal on a 2015/2016 GL63. There was a new loaded 2015 GL63 at my local dealer 130300 MSRP. They were firm at 123k My target price was 100-105k. They had a sale at 115000 so I looked elsewhere. Found a 2015 leftover out of state 122500 marked down to 99900. Perfect. I was making arrangements to drive 12 hours with my trade and pick it up. Got a text from my local dealer stating that his deal fell through. They made an offer of 107600. Still over budget. I countered with an offer of 103650 and they accepted. 27 K off list. By this time they had several 2017 GLS units. I have been trying to buy for 90 days. The arrival of the 2017 units is a game changer. Now is the time to buy. I am thrilled with my new toy. Happy hunting
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I had been looking for a deal on a 2015/2016 GL63. There was a new loaded 2015 GL63 at my local dealer 130300 MSRP. They were firm at 123k My target price was 100-105k. They had a sale at 115000 so I looked elsewhere. Found a 2015 leftover out of state 122500 marked down to 99900. Perfect. I was making arrangements to drive 12 hours with my trade and pick it up. Got a text from my local dealer stating that his deal fell through. They made an offer of 107600. Still over budget. I countered with an offer of 103650 and they accepted. 27 K off list. By this time they had several 2017 GLS units. I have been trying to buy for 90 days. The arrival of the 2017 units is a game changer. Now is the time to buy. I am thrilled with my new toy. Happy hunting
