Best way to screw the dealer post deposit

[Allegiance]

It used to be the case that a man's word was all that was needed. A gentleman’s handshake was rock solid.

From what I read above even a signed contract is not honourable for some people

Yes because car salesmen are an honourable bunch!


(no offense intended towards yourself)

[barrenjoey owl]

Hi Guys,

Now I know this has been discussed to varying degrees in other topics.

I have already put down the deposit on my GTI, the deal I got was:

GTI, 5 Door, Black, Sunroof, DSG for $46,000 drive away (car is clearing customs so 2 weeks roughly away).

I would really like a window tint (darkest legal) for free.

Also, I can't seem to find it in the spec sheet, but I believe there may be a basic bluetooth kit available as well? Ideally I would like this thrown in as well.

Now at this point it is pretty difficult, but what are some strategies you have used to get more from a dealer post deposit?

Thanks!

Next time get someone smarter than you to negotiate the deal,

[Mika]

You were obviously happy with the deal when you signed the contract, so mazel tov to you on the purchase. Next time negotiate that stuff before you sign.

[gtimk5]

Hmmm, a no brainer thread here.
You were happy with the deal offered, accept it....

[elisiX]

Hmm .. mixed thoughts on this thread.

Against: Allegiance - you've been pretty bloody annoying to say the least by starting 10 new threads in a week (give or take) about topics that have already been discussed at length. And as I see it, this is part of your problem at this point. You've conducted just about no research before putting the money down and now you're suffering buyers remorse. No harm in asking mate, but I just dont see how you will pull this one off. The flip-side however....

For: Reason I say mixed thoughts is because I went back to my dealer and pushed after signing. HOWEVER.. I was within 24 hours of signing and I simply stated that deals being quoted online were $1500-1800 better than my own and i'd like them to evaluate the deal and come back to me with something. I didnt yell and scream or insist I would cancel either. They read between the lines. I left it with them to decide if it would be a further discount or added option (whatever would affect them less). In the end they left it with me so I chose to add the MDI cable and Park Assist ($1600 value approx.).

[Allegiance]

Hmm .. mixed thoughts on this thread.

Against: Allegiance - you've been pretty bloody annoying to say the least by starting 10 new threads in a week (give or take) about topics that have already been discussed at length. And as I see it, this is part of your problem at this point. You've conducted just about no research before putting the money down. Now you're suffering buyers remorse. No harm in asking mate, but I just dont see how you will pull this one off. The flip-side however....

For: Reason I say mixed thoughts is because I went back to my dealer and pushed after signing. HOWEVER.. I was within 24 hours of signing and I simply stated that deals being quoted online were $1500-1800 better than my own and i'd like them to evaluate the deal and come back to me with something. I left it with them to decide if it would be a further discount or added option. I chose to add the MDI cable and Park Assist ($1600 value approx.).

Not really buyers remorse, rather just trying to get the most I can.

Whilst I do appreciate what you are saying, usually if I post a response in a thread that has 9 pages, it's quite common for a post to get ignored/overlooked. If a new thread is started, everyone reads the first post, regardless of there thoughts in the thread. Hence my reason for starting new threads.

I have appreciated everyones help with the threads I have created.

[STV4SYT]

If a new thread is started, everyone reads the first post, regardless of there thoughts in the thread. Hence my reason for starting new threads.

This is not true, as the majority of regular posters will use the "New Posts" button at the top of the page to only the updated posts, this is why some go on to 30 or 40 pages.

You will be more likely to get an answer if you have found a similar thread and reopened it that starting a new one.

[Brendan_A]

Man!! Your asking for way too much. Good luck getting all that for free!

[flappa]

I'm all for getting a good deal out of a Car Dealer , but a Deal is a Deal.

I like the ability to look the Dealer in the eyes and get some positive action in the event of a warranty issue.

[obiwan]

Your price does seem pretty good as it is. I got 3 door, DSG, standard seats, cheap bluetooth, tinted windows and personalised plates for about $47,000 or $48,000, I forget now once the plates were added. So for you to get sunroof and 5 door for $46,000 sounds quite OK to me.

Maybe ask for a free cap, but to expect now to have tinting thrown in, no way.