I understand Subaru Australia has adopted fixed pricing. Are there still any approaches or strategies to get a better deal from dealers? Thank you.
Keen to Purchase a New Car from Subaru
OhNoUShiz on 26/03/2025 - 22:10
Last edited 27/03/2025 - 12:25 by 1 other user
Last edited 27/03/2025 - 12:25 by 1 other user
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@TightAl: Yes, worth asking a broker and also trying to negotiate a price yourself. I would not class myself as a particularly good haggler, yet I managed to do better than a broker. Mind you, that was Hyundai pricing, not Subaru pricing. YMMV.
Used a car broker back in 2021, I wouldn't buy another car any other way.
It was seamless, they got us the abn pricing ($5K off) without an abn, didn't cost anything, they get that from the dealer and delivered to us. Broker also got them to throw in rubber mats as a bonus.
Funny enough it was the exact car I wanted from that dealer I had spoken to and they originally scoffed at doing any deal at the number I wanted.
Also lmao at people calling Subaru shit, got a '16 OBD as well and its got 400K+
Subaru don't have fixed price like Honda, Mercedes or Tesla BUT the importer (Inchcape) owns a lot of dealers.
If you wish to negotiate, you will need to find a non-Inchcape owned dealership. You can find these outside the metro area.
Just before pre-covid the city dealers I called were not-negotiable. I ended up buying a car over the phone at a country dealer for about 10% off rrp. Never met the sales agent until he dropped the car off.
Yeah thanks. I will look regionally if there is one.
If you're looking for a WRX Wagon, there's not much competition around, other than the Octavia RS Wagon.
If you were looking for a WRX, many sporty cars have overtaken them.
I drive the least subaru-ish subaru available today.
So you know what to look out for, in VIC they own everything within 2 hours from the CBD. As soon as you walk into a dealership and they record your mobile number in the CRM. their entire network will flag you and you won't get any negotiation at any other dealer.
Should you buy a Subaru? Yes/Maybe. I like ours
When should you buy a Subaru? At the end of the month
Are the prices truly fixed? No/kind of
Prices are similar but not the same amongst dealerships. There can be slight haggling- like maybe 1k to 2k
You may also be able to get car mats/cargo trays etc thrown in
They have quotas - and if they aren't hitting the mark you are more likely to get a slight discountI have an outback XT
Lovely car. Very refined soft ride. Super comfy seats. Good safety tech
Infotainment has been glitchy in past models - seems solid now
Would recommend the turbo models. Non turbo seems a bit weak. Thirsty though
Not rapid, but not slow. Uninspiring but solidWhy listen to me?No reason
Other cars I have/have owned
- octavia RS
- mx5 ND
- vw Polo
Can people looking to buy a Subaru car ensure they can afford the servicing costs? A car comes with the responsibility of ensuring it is properly maintained and serviced. Neglecting this not only diminishes the vehicle's performance but also tarnishes its reputation.
Earlier today, I was in Burwood, NSW, and observed a Subaru that was clearly defective. This white Subaru with the number plate OMEGA was emitting excessive fumes and appeared to be poorly maintained. Despite searching for this specific number plate, I was unable to verify its legitimacy meaning it could potentially be an unauthorised or fake number plate.
It is difficult to ascertain whether such owners are attempting to project an image of coolness or are simply unable to afford the necessary servicing costs. Unfortunately, this kind of neglect reflects poorly on the broader community of Japanese car enthusiasts. Vehicles of this calibre deserve to be cared for and respected, not treated as mere trash.
In essence, if one cannot afford the upkeep of a vehicle, it would be responsible to refrain from driving altogether. Owners of Japanese cars should seek to uphold the standards and reputation of their cars.
ROFLMAO!
Good one!
FFS
I'm not sure if this is meant to be sarcastic humour.
Sadly it is the truth. I do wonder if that person is still driving around.
This was actually meant to be a reply to one of the servicing comments after BuddhaBoy's comments, but it turned out alright because it probably goes in its own separate section.
While I do not want to dissuade anyone from owning a Japanese car, it's important to emphasise the need for proper maintenance. If you are driving around in a poorly maintained car, it just screams broke rather than cool.
There are too many brokies driving around in cars that sound like supercars, but you turn around and it is just someone driving an old tin can. Perhaps I am too accustomed to seeing individuals drive supercars in my area.
I'm tempted to buy an old beater Subaru, scratch it up, let it get visible rusting, and use duct tape to hold the body together. I'll make sure to visit Bellevue Hill with it.
Too much flouride?
Look at Subaru cvt fails Australia then decide.
They are great if you want to replace a car in just 8 years after purchasing it brand new.
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Doesn't cost anything so why not