I dont know if there are similar threads on this, please point me there if so.
Anyway i'm after a new small or compact car, 30-40k budget, currently eying either Peugeot 308 1.6 turbo XSE or Audi A1 or VW 1.4TSI.
I will be visiting dealerships, but I've only purchased one new car in the past - so i'm still noobish at negotiating. I'm after any advice on getting a good price. From what i've already gathered:
- be flexible with the purchase, dont let the salesman think you're decided on an exact model
- be patient. sit down with the guy, with a cup of water, and talk out the options etc without a hurry
- go with another person. provided the other person is not a girl.
- test drive, and make the guy work to convince you the car is good
- pitch different dealers of the same model against each other
- dont necessarily make up your mind on the day of test drive. waiting till they call back may or may not be a good idea
What do you think?
The peugeot is already reduced by 20% due to 2010 model runout - how much do you think i can haggle down further?
How can I get them to add extras without adding cost to the car? compare the car to competing makers?
thanks
kim
haggles like there is no tomorrow :)
never accept 1st offer
shop around …. visit 3 dealerships at least if you want a good price!