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How much discount should i expect from a dealer?
Posted: Sun Jul 04, 2010 3:33 pm
by DICKIEMINT64
I am hoping to view a couple of minor 1000,s next week at a dealer,and having never bought from a dealer was wondering how much % wise i should expect off the 'ticket' price,
any ideas?
Re: How much discount should i expect from a dealer?
Posted: Sun Jul 04, 2010 3:42 pm
by aupickup
well its a buyers market so try the most you think you can get away with
Re: How much discount should i expect from a dealer?
Posted: Sun Jul 04, 2010 3:43 pm
by bmcecosse
Depends entirely on the 'dealer' and on the car in question. Look at MANY cars - there are plenty for sale - before buying. Times are hard - drive a hard bargain! And -don't ignore the cars 'For Sale' on this forum!
Re: How much discount should i expect from a dealer?
Posted: Sun Jul 04, 2010 8:35 pm
by chickenjohn
Better still- join your local branch, there are always cars for sale at the local branch or people know of folk who have a Minor for sale etc. Local knowledge!
Re: How much discount should i expect from a dealer?
Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2010 9:43 am
by Kevin
chickenjohn wrote:Better still- join your local branch, there are always cars for sale at the local branch or people know of folk who have a Minor for sale etc. Local knowledge!
Agreed also there may be someone who will go along with you, a second pair of eyes is always a good thing as well as the extra knowledge of the pitfalls.
Re: How much discount should i expect from a dealer?
Posted: Mon Jul 05, 2010 8:09 pm
by MarkyB
Discount for what?
My understanding is the in the normal course of events dealers aim to make about £1000 per car between purchase price and sale.
In between a lot of polishing, or a "blow over" paint job may be included or not.
Don't be taken in by smooth talk by salesmen, you are better looking out for yourself, that's what they will be doing, looking out for themselves.