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Disadvantages of buying a car from a non-local dealership?
Posted on 8/22/19 at 9:36 am
Posted on 8/22/19 at 9:36 am
The model and trim I want isn’t available at any of the nearby dealerships. They can special order one, but I don’t think the price they quoted me is the best I could do. There are dealerships a few hours away that have what I want at a better price. What are the disadvantages to buying a car from out of state or a few hours away rather than from a nearby dealership?
Posted on 8/22/19 at 9:38 am to kingbob
The gas cost to get there or the plane ticket, etc. there’s no downside. You only pay TT&L where the vehicle is registered not where it’s purchased.
Posted on 8/22/19 at 9:43 am to kingbob
Won’t get preference when you need to get car serviced, might not get a loaner
Posted on 8/22/19 at 10:07 am to Thib-a-doe Tiger
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won't get a loaner
Posted on 8/22/19 at 10:10 am to Thib-a-doe Tiger
I’ve bought 6 of my last 7 cars out of state, including 2 in the past 4 months.
Never had any issues getting loaners from my local delaers when getting service done.
Always beat local dealers’ prices significantly.
Never had any issues getting loaners from my local delaers when getting service done.
Always beat local dealers’ prices significantly.
This post was edited on 8/22/19 at 10:11 am
Posted on 8/22/19 at 10:10 am to Chad504boy
Not 100% true, I’ve gotten them before but it’s rare
Posted on 8/22/19 at 10:16 am to Thib-a-doe Tiger
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Not 100% true, I’ve gotten them before but it’s rare
its best to plan and assume like you aren't getting one.
Posted on 8/22/19 at 1:02 pm to TigrrrDad
So, i’ve gotten quotes from a couple dealerships in different places. After rebates at tt&l, their prices are all about the same, but still a couple grand out of my budget. Any advice on how much I can expect to be able to lower the price through haggling?
Posted on 8/22/19 at 1:08 pm to kingbob
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This post was edited on 9/24/20 at 10:17 pm
Posted on 8/22/19 at 5:28 pm to kingbob
Oregon has no sales tax so many Californians come up (if we are lucky they go back home) and buy a vehicle from here. California now has a “reward” for neighbors who call and report any new cars that weren’t purchased in California. I believe the reward is a few thousand dollars
Unrelated to your inquiry OP, but if you’re planning on buying out of state I hope you don’t live in Commieville
Unrelated to your inquiry OP, but if you’re planning on buying out of state I hope you don’t live in Commieville
Posted on 8/22/19 at 5:54 pm to kingbob
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but still a couple grand out of my budget.
Your budget might be too low for the vehicle that you want.
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Any advice on how much I can expect to be able to lower the price through haggling?
There are a lot of factors that go into this.
Posted on 8/22/19 at 9:59 pm to emboslice
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Oregon has no sales tax so many Californians come up (if we are lucky they go back home) and buy a vehicle from here. California now has a “reward” for neighbors who call and report any new cars that weren’t purchased in California. I believe the reward is a few thousand dollars
Wouldn’t help in Louisiana. You could buy the car on another planet, you pay tax based on your address
Posted on 8/22/19 at 10:42 pm to notiger1997
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There are a lot of factors that go into this.
Well, their offer after incentives, shipping, and tt&l was virtually identical to the MSRP on the vehicle
Posted on 8/23/19 at 11:30 am to kingbob
There isn’t really a downside other than transportation to get the vehicle, and the fact that dealers play games once they get you in the door. For instance the last car I went to buy was not actually there when I got there even though I explicitly said I was coming to buy it at the negotiated price. It was only a 30 minute drive and were able to work something out with one they had on the lot. I would have been pissed if I didn’t know I was getting a great deal on my trade, which I also negotiated beforehand.
Also, keep in mind that different states may have different distributors (ex gulf states Toyota vs southeast Toyota) that charge different destination fees, which won’t be waived. So you just need to know what all those fees are so you can compare apples to apples.
Also, keep in mind that different states may have different distributors (ex gulf states Toyota vs southeast Toyota) that charge different destination fees, which won’t be waived. So you just need to know what all those fees are so you can compare apples to apples.
Posted on 8/23/19 at 11:44 am to OceanMan
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and the fact that dealers play games once they get you in the door
Never had this happen. As I’ve said, I bought 6 of my last 7 cars online and out of state, and not once have they tried to add in fees. After we work up a deal, I have them email me a buyer’s order with every fee and tax included. Never had them attempt to change the agreed upon figures.
This post was edited on 8/23/19 at 11:45 am
Posted on 8/23/19 at 12:04 pm to TigrrrDad
Yeah they didn’t try to change fees, they straight up didn’t have the vehicle (with a specified VIN an OTD price) we agreed on. It was not out of state, but still a little drive from my house. That situation would have pissed me off if it weren’t for bending on the trade.
I’ll say I bought another vehicle out of state that everything with the new sale went well but they lowballed the shite out of my trade. In this case I was getting a Tacoma more than $3k under sticker which was ridiculous at the time so I was not surprised they were trying to make up for it. That all worked out as well with just a little negotiation.
They can also hassle you at the finance table even for warranties and what not. This may just be an annoyance rather than a game but something that could make a transaction not go as smooth as it should.
Don’t ever underestimate the dealer playing games because they have endless variables they can play with. If they can squeeze you for another $100 they will. This isn’t unique to buying from an out of state dealer but they have you far away from home if you get there.
I am an advocate of buying where you can get the best deal, and increasing your radius is the best way to do it, I just want the OP to remember they are still messing with a car dealer and all the same rules still apply (don’t be afraid to walk and threaten it if necessary).
I’ll say I bought another vehicle out of state that everything with the new sale went well but they lowballed the shite out of my trade. In this case I was getting a Tacoma more than $3k under sticker which was ridiculous at the time so I was not surprised they were trying to make up for it. That all worked out as well with just a little negotiation.
They can also hassle you at the finance table even for warranties and what not. This may just be an annoyance rather than a game but something that could make a transaction not go as smooth as it should.
Don’t ever underestimate the dealer playing games because they have endless variables they can play with. If they can squeeze you for another $100 they will. This isn’t unique to buying from an out of state dealer but they have you far away from home if you get there.
I am an advocate of buying where you can get the best deal, and increasing your radius is the best way to do it, I just want the OP to remember they are still messing with a car dealer and all the same rules still apply (don’t be afraid to walk and threaten it if necessary).
This post was edited on 8/23/19 at 12:07 pm
Posted on 8/23/19 at 12:11 pm to OceanMan
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I am an advocate of buying where you can get the best deal, and increasing your radius is the best way to do it
For aure, and with the money that can be saved, a one day road trip is a minor inconvenience. I use cargurus and search a 500 mile radius. I live in Slidell and have bought in the Dallas area twice, Atlanta, Jacksonville, Knoxville, and Pensacola. The LEAST amount of money I saved was the 160 mile trip to Pensacola. My two local dealers were around $60 apart, and Pensacola beat them by $1,400. I could have saved another thousand by driving another 500 miles too but didn’t feel like making the drive. On the other deals, the 400-500 mile drives, I’ve saved as much as $6K compared to local dealers.
Posted on 8/23/19 at 12:22 pm to TigrrrDad
Yep, and I only deal with dealers willing to negotiate online. This limits your options but headaches as well because everything is in writing.
My two scenarios above were relatively painless, just wanted to point out a few things to look out for. I also don’t like leaving money on the table, but will usually settle for within $500 of the best possible deal I think I could make.
My two scenarios above were relatively painless, just wanted to point out a few things to look out for. I also don’t like leaving money on the table, but will usually settle for within $500 of the best possible deal I think I could make.
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