I just edited the first post in this thread to reflect updates on current discounts I have been securing with CA dealers.
I don't know what is wrong with some Californians, but according to my last General Manager, the previous Infiniti model redesign earned salesmen ~$20,000 each in the first launch month, if that tells you anything.You can't be serious that people are actually paying more that MSRP.
I love the brand, but 50k a month? That's about 600k a year before taxes.
Why wouldn't you be driving an Aston Martin or similar.
Maybe because they want to stay rich and are smart about their moneyI love the brand, but 50k a month? That's about 600k a year before taxes.
Why wouldn't you be driving an Aston Martin or similar.
I recall when the new body style was released for the Ford Mustang (2003?). People were waiting in lines to buy them and paying 3-4k over asking. Being first means alot to many people.
You know the old saying "a fool and his money are soon parted"
Let's wait till the holidays when we start seeing this group getting the same cars for under invoice.
You hit it right on. Those who are wealthy and squander their wealth tend to find that it can disappear quickly. The news stories about famous wealthy people who are now broke are commonplace.Maybe because they want to stay rich and are smart about their money
Hi SoCal Infiniti Fans,
Here is what I'm going to do. In Southern California, I will find a handful of dealerships that are willing to sell their Q50's lower than the rest.
I already know a couple, but I will find a few more. Then, I'm going to push them extra hard to get them to drop lower.
I'm confident I can save you a good chunk of money on the Q50's over the next 2 weekends. If you are interested, submit a contact request form on my site.
I will push for $1000 off MSRP on non-hybrids. Also, it's a long shot, but I will try to get you guys MSRP on Hybrids, or come as close as possible.
It's your choice if you want in on the savings. You can always get my help later, after trying to haggle by yourselves, and see how much better I can do for you.
I don't know what is wrong with some Californians, but according to my last General Manager, the previous Infiniti model redesign earned salesmen ~$20,000 each in the first launch month, if that tells you anything.
I've been calling dealerships, offering them business for their Q50's but most of them will barely touch MSRP on gas models, let alone on the Hybrids. I guess if you're willing to pay $5000 above MSRP for a Hybrid Q50, you probably see money in a totally different way.
I got my Hybrid Sport yesterday in SoCal for $2000 off MSRP - no hassle at all.![]()
I don't know what is wrong with some Californians, but according to my last General Manager, the previous Infiniti model redesign earned salesmen ~$20,000 each in the first launch month, if that tells you anything.
I've been calling dealerships, offering them business for their Q50's but most of them will barely touch MSRP on gas models, let alone on the Hybrids. I guess if you're willing to pay $5000 above MSRP for a Hybrid Q50, you probably see money in a totally different way.
I got my Hybrid Sport yesterday in SoCal for $2000 off MSRP - no hassle at all.![]()
Whoa, that's great! Share... how did you accomplish that? I'm sure all the SoCal users here will appreciate it.
What kind of incentives did they use, if any?
Was it just pure discount off selling price. Any special conditions that they applied to you?
By the way, FYI everyone, the dealerships that I work with still give their salespeople a commission for showing you everything about the car and test driving with you and basically the whole normal process of buying a car. The only difference is, you get the advantage of walking in with a huge discount already negotiated for you. Plus there is the added benefit that $100 goes from the dealer to local charities.If someone is reading this in Norcal and wants a hybrid (or gasser) w/out feeling ripped off, they should contact me. We have cars in stock (more than almost anyone else), and I actually know how to explain all the tech to you, plus I'll take the time to do it right. If you've already seen this car, you may have an appreciation for the fact that a knowledgeable salesperson, who can actually articulate all that the car can do - and how you can make it work, will be a true value-add in the buying process.
Palm Springs Infiniti had the only Hybrid Sport in SoCal with Stone interior. It is Hagane Blue, a color I wasn't sure about. I called them and offered to buy for $2000 off MSRP. He said OK and the deal was done in less than 30 minutes. No add-ons, except wheel locks. He even tinted the window for me at his cost ($175). I picked it up today, no hassles and drove it back home to Oceanside, CA. One of the easiest deals I have made!Whoa, that's great! Share... how did you accomplish that? I'm sure all the SoCal users here will appreciate it.
What kind of incentives did they use, if any?
Was it just pure discount off selling price. Any special conditions that they applied to you?
I averaged about 30mpg and that included some 80-90 mph stretches and a couple of runs to 100 mph. I've had a very long day today (up at 5:30 AM and just got back from band rehearsal at 9:00 PM). I will post more about the car tomorrow. For now, let's just say it is FANTASTIC!By the way I LOVE the Hagane Blue!!! It's beautiful and rare, too.