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$400 price increase for ALL Toyota vehicles! (Ugh!)

Discussion in 'Dealers & Pricing' started by Tim in Hollywood, May 1, 2008.

  1. Tim in Hollywood

    Tim in Hollywood Junior Member

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    Hi all,

    I just sent out a bunch of e-mails to various dealers. Got mostly "we only sell at MSRP" or "it will be 2-3 months before we have any." I thought one response was particularly unique (the dealer added the red highlight, not me):

    "Good morning Tim,
    Thank you for your interest in the new 2008 Prius. We currently have a waiting list on this vehicle with a time of 2 to 3 months. I can place the order for you and it appears that on a package #2 your cost is $24'309.00. (Note) from last month to this month there was a $400.00 increase on all Toyota vehicles. We will take a $1000.00 deposit on the order and place your order to spec. How does that sound to you Tim?"

    No...I'm not planning to send him my $1,000 deposit! ;)

    I can imagine a car salesman saying this, but actually putting it in writing is very surprising to me. Thoughts?
     
    #1 Tim in Hollywood, May 1, 2008
  2. T.hug

    T.hug New Member

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    Go to Hollywood Toyota and talk to Gary Bernt, internet sales manager and tell him Richard sent you. He got me a good deal on a package #2, no haggle pricing. I was in and out for less than 2 hours.
     
    #2 T.hug, May 1, 2008
  3. wchardin

    wchardin Senior Member

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    Actually its different for each vehicle...

    2008 Yaris – (sedan) up $200 to $12,425 and (liftback) up $200 to $11,550
    2008 Prius - up $400 to $21,500
    2009 Camry – up $200 to $18,920 (Hybrid up $300 to $25,650)
    2008 Solara Coupe and Convertible – up $250 to $20,180 and $27,440, respectively
    2008 RAV4 – up $250 to $21,500
    2008 Highlander – up $200 to $27,500 (Hybrid up $500 to $34,200)
    2008 FJ Cruiser – up $500 to $23,045
    2008 Tundra – up $100 to $24,440

    Sequoia, Tacoma, Corolla, Matrix are unchanged.
     
    #3 wchardin, May 8, 2008
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