Golf Mk6 - Prices and Dealer Negotiations

[Candyman]

JSKAR

We actually had exactly your situation.

The dealer removed the BT and mdi cost, clearly because that is sensible

[Corey_R]

Other dealers haven't though.
I guess it depends on how much room is left after negotiation.
Additionally, if you've already negotiated 10%, I think it's not sensible at all to actually expect $270+$550 off, since you aren't paying that anyway - clearly you've already got 10% off.

But as I said, the cost came from the dealer and VAG margins, so it's up to the individual dealer to evaluate with each customer.

[Davo83]

True. But by that token, i signed for a 2011 model. I now get a 2012. They too have changed the terms, though i did not get a say.
So when i query it, its called "re-negotiation".....when they do it...its called....?

i know what yu are saying, and you are right. but i would like to think a contract is what TWO parties agree on. Just because i''m aiming for it to favour me, can it be called re negotiation even though they have already changed the terms (irrespective that the change favours mew too! ) .

Seems the terms are only really changing for the better as far as your concerned. Is the 2012 the exact same price? I would take the MY12 and be happy with it mate.

[SChan]

Ok. Question. Car soon to arrive. NOW..... when i signed the contract....WAAAAY back when....i got certain optionals.....HOWEVER..... dealer took his sweet time putting order in...as i later found out.... AND...now it turns out due to his delay, i get the 2012 model....in which the optionals in the contract are STANDARD in the actual car im getting. SO.... IMO... as it was his delay in the first place...and as the contract is for the 2011 model, which im not getting anyway, then i should not have to pay for those options...which are freeon the car im getting!!! Who agrees? and who thinks im wrong and why? Given that this DELAY cost me three more months of wait... i think on the day of payment if they arc up, i will probably walk away anyway. And then they will be selling the car on and not getting paid for those extras regardless!!!

Your wise opinions pls.

Mate,

I was in the exact same position in early this year. Agreed on a price and paid the deposit and later (from this forum) found that MY12 will have BT and MDI standard.
So, i contacted my dealer and requested her to renegotiate (like free window tint or RVC) but they did not budge and so i canceled the order (got my deposit back) and went to a different dealer and got a much better deal.

IMO what you are saying makes sense and you are right at ur place. So, stick with it and hopefully ur dealer will reduce the price or give you something complementary!

Good luck and do keep us posted.

Cheers,

[Candyman]

Called in to see the dealer today, just to catch up and talk about delivery timing

He was wearing a brand new VW jacket. Wonder how I can get one as a freebie worked into our pickup date for the R

Bloody nice jacket !

[JSKAR]

Schan,

More than ready to walk away.

Davo83,

Yes it DOES seem things have happened in my favour...from the standpoint of resale. The engine etc are all the same , be it 2011 or 2012. So to me its the SAME car. And im not concerned about resale. SO....the only REASON im gettin the 2012 is THEY were slow as snails in putting the order through! So boo to them. I'd rather have had the 11.5 or 11 2 weeks ago, than be waiting till early sept for essentially the same car. Keeping in mind that i was sworn that it would be mine in mid june. It was not even built till mid july!

Apprently the Sales manger is going to "chat" to me tomorrow, as i spoke to the salesperson today, and informed them of my point of view!
This should be good.......

I do understand the issue of the margin etc...... i MAY be placated if they throw other biscuits my wa , but i am not one to taken advantage of either. Im happy to pocket the cheque and at 60K, many other cars available to me! If the dealer is happy to LOSE a sale, over 700-800 dollars, says more about them and their poor sales mentality.

Will update tomorrow, post-"Chat".

[stormshark]

Can see both points but geez, they would be crazy to push it in these uncertain times! So i say stay staunch

[JSKAR]

Sales manager spoke to me..... seems to be ok with my "suggestions". Still waiting for him to email me new contract, with ammended total. That will tell the full story. nervous tension.....

[Davo83]

Schan,

More than ready to walk away.

Davo83,

Yes it DOES seem things have happened in my favour...from the standpoint of resale. The engine etc are all the same , be it 2011 or 2012. So to me its the SAME car. And im not concerned about resale. SO....the only REASON im gettin the 2012 is THEY were slow as snails in putting the order through! So boo to them. I'd rather have had the 11.5 or 11 2 weeks ago, than be waiting till early sept for essentially the same car. Keeping in mind that i was sworn that it would be mine in mid june. It was not even built till mid july!

Apprently the Sales manger is going to "chat" to me tomorrow, as i spoke to the salesperson today, and informed them of my point of view!
This should be good.......

I do understand the issue of the margin etc...... i MAY be placated if they throw other biscuits my wa , but i am not one to taken advantage of either. Im happy to pocket the cheque and at 60K, many other cars available to me! If the dealer is happy to LOSE a sale, over 700-800 dollars, says more about them and their poor sales mentality.

Will update tomorrow, post-"Chat".

Good points, i must of missed where you said you were getting an R, 700-800 is a pretty trivial amout (for them) so yeah i think they should work with you and give you a discount.

[medo]

Hi all great site which I found useful in helping negotiate the following deal.

MY12 103TDI DSG (now with bluuetooth & MDI std)
Metallic paint
Sports pack
Carpet mats (front & back)
Front window tint
Boot Liner
Euro plates

$35.5k with corporate plus discount.