Best way to screw the dealer post deposit

[Allegiance]

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!

[trueman]

You have already a good deal I doubt they help you any more.

[STV4SYT]

No chance.

[team_v]

You could negotiate these if you offer post purchase servicing at the dealership.

Window tint you could say you found it cheap elsewhere but prefer the dealer service and guarantee and see what they can do to match your price.

Otherwise just go with it, you got a pretty mint deal anyway.
What's another 1k max in teh grand scheme of things?

[Tim]

as above. No chance! Why would they give you anything more when they already have a signed contract and deposit?

[Allegiance]

I did get a call from another dealer yesterday who I was talking to over the weekend that said they could have beaten that driveaway price by "at least $1,500". However since I had paid a deposit it was to late.

Could I use this as leverage?

[Rocket36]

Leverage? For what? You have a contract with a dealer. They're running a business so unless they're feeling a bit "charity" inclined, they're not going to do themselves out of anything financially.

[Guest1306]

Disgusted

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

[trueman]

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

Yep dealing is for prior to signing on the dotted line.
Maybe if the delivery is delayed.................

[STV4SYT]

The downside to buying a car that is months away is that you will always here stories of better deals elsewhere etc.

I could have done a lot better on mine, but this time next month i should have it sitting in my driveway....


suck it up..

[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.).