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Unrealistic Dealers pricing S550's
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Checking my local dealer's online inventory, he has only 2 2008 S550s left, compared to 20 2009s in stock.
OP, since you have very specific color and option needs, if you want a 2008 you are going to need a bit of luck and possibly need to pay more than you were hoping.
OP, since you have very specific color and option needs, if you want a 2008 you are going to need a bit of luck and possibly need to pay more than you were hoping.
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Second that.
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It was for me! Add that to the idea that I didn't want to spend nearly $100k on a year old depreciated car. And I was able to order exactly the colors and options that I wanted. If saving money was my primary motivation, I wouldn't be driving a Mercedes!
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I think you missed the point.
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I'm with you on this one.
Old saying - You get what you paid for. To the point.
Exact colors and options people want, usually cost few extra bucks.
Some are willing to forget what they really want and be happy but to some, lack of them is a big source of annoyance.
Sorry but I could never drive a used car.
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gellie,
you are as annoying as small pebble in my shoe.
My 6 year old son is certainly on par with you on computer skills.
On comments, well... he is ahead of you, by far.
I see, that you really hate this forum and all members who try to come here to relax and enjoy the time.
Could you kindly go back to BMW site?
They (most likely) would welcome you there. With open arms
Don't spoil it to all of us.
As a reward, I'll give you 1 (one) lolly pop.
you are as annoying as small pebble in my shoe.
My 6 year old son is certainly on par with you on computer skills.
On comments, well... he is ahead of you, by far.
I see, that you really hate this forum and all members who try to come here to relax and enjoy the time.
Could you kindly go back to BMW site?
They (most likely) would welcome you there. With open arms
Don't spoil it to all of us.
As a reward, I'll give you 1 (one) lolly pop.
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That wasn't my point. If you can find something you want that meets your needs for tens of thousands off sticker, my point was there are few changes to an 09 to make that the deciding factor. With that said, if you have specific options or colors and can't find an 08 with those, then I understand getting an 09.
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That wasn't my point. If you can find something you want that meets your needs for tens of thousands off sticker, my point was there are few changes to an 09 to make that the deciding factor. With that said, if you have specific options or colors and can't find an 08 with those, then I understand getting an 09.
This is not a right or wrong issue, personally, I get everything I wanted on the cars I bought and a few extras not asked for. There was no settling there. I was able to get them for a lot less than new, saved about 35K collectively between the 2 I bought and slightly used was fine for me.
Preference.
BTW - For that matter, many that can buy cars straight cash new still look for deals.
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This is true. We all like to save money. But, to me, owning a leftover 08, with whatever options/colors it came with, was not worth the savings of 10-12k.
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That wasn't my point. If you can find something you want that meets your needs for tens of thousands off sticker, my point was there are few changes to an 09 to make that the deciding factor. With that said, if you have specific options or colors and can't find an 08 with those, then I understand getting an 09.
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drpasteur, I believe you got a great deal. You don't see too many S550s equipped as well as yours regardless of price. On top of that, you got it for a super good price. Congrats! You will love the S550 and you will love the Distronic Plus.
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yeah, i got it from my friend's co-worker at Microsoft. He just upgraded to SL550.
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