Is this a good deal?

[Punch Bunny]

Woohoo! I finally got a test drive of a T... and I'm quite impressed

It probably wasn't quite as quick as I would have liked (but I already drive a pretty quick car), but the power progression was fantastic, the handling was pretty good, and the comfort... very nice. So, I think I want one :lol:

The Ford dealer I visited had a XR6T waiting out the back to be sold, spec'd pretty much how I would like my T - Blueprint, SSS, premium sound, sunroof. They wanted just under $45K for me to leave the yard with it - to me, this sounds like a pretty good deal. However, the car is old stock - it's a September '03 build. It's only got 47kms on it so it's not an ex-demonstrator. My preference would have been a luxury pack, but for a ~$5K saving, I think it's a fair trade-off.

So, what's the general concensus? Should I take this car, or bide my time and wait for series 2 (and thus save more money and maybe option the luxury pack?).

Thanks!

[andyturbo]

Sounds pretty good. Have u bargained it down yet? You could normally save a couple of G's if your really confident.

[ZAP]

I would call around the other dealers in your town and see if you can get a 04 build. A '03 build will always be a '03 in the eyes of the insurance and when it comes to sell it. I would look around first and see what other dealers have before you put down the hard earned. If you order a luxury pack, be prepared for a 12+week wait + a $55k+ price tag as dealers are less inclined to do a deal on an order as they do not need to.

I also do not think you could order a Blueprint anymore

[stardust]

just did an insurane quote online for xr6t

2003 model premium 669 market value 43800

2004 model premium 677 market value 44700

that's with no finance and a perfect driving history

was done with the options you stated

Maybe it has some use to your decision

Stardust

[shiftyxr]

I dont think that's a super deal for a 03 keeping in mind that the late 03-04 models had brake shutter fixed and a few other small things.

Before I got mine march04 build I got offered a xr8 for $43000 new as it was a

may 03 build

[TurboDewd]

Punch Bunny

the ball is in your court.

Sep 03 and earlier builds apparently may encounter the brake shudder issue. All you have to do is speak to the dealer and make it clear you are ready to buy, mention that the car he has in stock isnt quite what youre after, see if he makes an offer on it. Then mention that your arm could be twisted on it, basically for the conversation you must churn out loads of reasons as to why you dont want to buy it. Eg wrong color interior trim, u dont like sunroofs, etc

Be merciless in strategy, be polite in dealing, be smart - try to hammer yourself a good deal.

[Mondie]

The car would be worth around $50k + onroads so l reckon $45k isnt a bad deal, but l would look for around $43k on the road. lts a year old and wont have benefitted from the ongoing continuous improvement that occurs these days in modern cars. lt will not have the brake shudder fix as mantioned, and l also believe driveline shunt is now much impoved on new BA's, although if you want SSS this isnt as much of a consideration.

The car is $5k off list and you could probably negotiate to within a few grand of that and have a brand new 04 model, wont be able to get blueprint though

[Xr6tBug]

My opinion would be to pay an extra 5k and get a new XR with the lux pack and you can select the options that you want... but that's only because that's what I did. So I'm biased.

But if you did go for this one you should be able to get the price down a couple of grand if you haggle a little.

[FPVPSI]

mate, I personaly reckon that you can get a better deal out there, the one I placed on order (getting it on Thursday) has 18's, Premium sound, leather interior and other bits and bob's for 47K brand new, but if your happy with the car and you like it, who am I to say it ain't a good deal :lol:

anyways im sure you'll be happy with any decision u make!

Mick (FPVPSI's brother)

p.s that price is on road too.....

[stang]

The car would be worth around $50k + onroads so l reckon $45k isnt a bad deal, but l would look for around $43k on the road. lts a year old and wont have benefitted from the ongoing continuous improvement that occurs these days in modern cars. lt will not have the brake shudder fix as mantioned, and l also believe driveline shunt is now much impoved on new BA's, although if you want SSS this isnt as much of a consideration.

The car is $5k off list and you could probably negotiate to within a few grand of that and have a brand new 04 model, wont be able to get blueprint though

just for the record mine is a sept o3 and jamies also both have done over 11ooo k`s no brake shudder I beleive fix was done late in the year first heard oct now it appears before then. Price is good just inspect vehicle for any scratches etc I had one on headlight and one on tailight they put headlight covers on and thought I wouldnt notice till to late. I noticed both and both were replaced.IF u buy it on pre delivery take the fussiest person you can with you ,you will want to drive it home as soon as u see it , but your mate will be more objective and thorough.It`s easier to get things fixed b4 you leave the yard br patient Price is Good.

regards

Stang

Make an offer no harm in trying just dont be smart about it, I always like Gee I would luv to take it now but dont know if I can make it I only have guaranteed funds of $$$$$