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Old Jan 22, 2003 | 05:46 AM
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Hello All,

The time is almost near for me to place the order for my MCS. They are selling for MSRP + $900.00 dollars in accessories (of my choice) at the nearest MINI dealer.

That's ok because I am planning on more than $900.00 dollars in options.

My thought was that while price is non negotiable, I would try and get them to "throw in" some of the options beyond the $900.00 requirment. When placing an order for a MINI, I assume you finalize the price when you put down your deposit.

Is that the best time to try some negotiation?

Can't wait to place my order!

Happy Motoring to all!
 
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Old Jan 22, 2003 | 05:52 AM
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Read the dealer reviews...and shop around. Probably most of
those accesories you could find after you get the car for less!
I was in a dealership yesterday and saw an S marked below sticker!!!
 
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Old Jan 22, 2003 | 05:52 AM
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First, welcome to the MINI family! Next...Negotiation? It never hurts to try, and I would say you should start before placing a deposit. Once they know they have you it's probably too late.
 
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Old Jan 22, 2003 | 06:53 AM
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They are selling for MSRP + $900.00 dollars in accessories (of my choice) at the nearest MINI dealer.

That's BS...tell them to shove it....no problem here getting a MCS at sticker with zero dealer add ons....I bought one in spring of 2002 at MSRP and zero dearler add ons....if anything you might get MSRP and few freebies thrown in, wait till summer and the war is going on and the market down again and you will get one below sticker...
 
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Old Jan 24, 2003 | 02:16 PM
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Old Jan 24, 2003 | 02:50 PM
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>>I've never had so much fun being over a barrel before
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....Maybe not something you really ought to admit to the world!

Enjoy your baby and MCO!

BTW, we have a club started here in the 'Burgh, so when your in the area (and not at school), you should check us out. Send me a PM with your email address if you want to join our Yahoo! Group or be on the club mailing list.
 
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Old Jan 24, 2003 | 02:56 PM
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Remember, that with any negotiation you MUST be prepared to walk away. Best to take someone who is not emotionally involved. That said, it sounds as if you'll give them what they want....I did.
 
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Old Jan 24, 2003 | 03:38 PM
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>>wait till summer and the war is going on and the market down again and you will get one below sticker...

miniblues; What a doom and gloom person you are. Lighten up.

And if you've not heard, war is good for the economy.
 
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