Need help with buying '08 GT

[stumpjumperpro]

Hello all,
I have been searching for a few weeks and have finally found 2 08 GTs. One in alloy metallic and one in Vapor silver that fit my price range. I need advice on a few things.

1. The alloy has cloth interior, vapor has leather. I personally think the cloth is a bit more comfortable, but I like the look of the leather. Do any of you know of any problems with the cloth?

2. I get XPlan pricing. Price for the alloy is $26,404.46 (5sp, 18" chrome wheels, not much more). The vapor is $26,151.85 (5sp, interior trim, leather, 17" wheels). There is also a $1500 rebate from Ford. The dealer only has $125 for fees, but about $200 to go get the car at another dealer. Both cars are close to the invoice price according to the sheet I saw. Do I have room to bargain any more? I asked about getting the FRPP suspension package installed. They said it would be $1950 installed and aligned. I am sure their cost is lower. Could I bargain with getting this installed to seal the deal?

I realize it is a little vague without knowing all the options for the cars, I apologize. I have bought several cars in the past without doing much research. This is a second car for me (not including the wife's minivan) so I am trying to get it as low as possible on the monthly payment. The two I have been working with have been super nice and have worked with me several days in a row looking for the cars.

Thanks,
Jeremy

 

[Snooze]

It never hurts to ask.. just go do it, the least that they'll say is no. Probably will say no because their impression of you is stamped with *sucker*

When you ask, be strong about it.

If they still say no. don't give up. take the frpp price, and cut it in half. then push for 1k$ off.
if they still say no.. just walk away to another dealer.. there are Hundreds around.
You know a dealer can build an 08' model for you for the exact same price as one you'll find on a lot. You'll just have to wait X-X weeks for delievery.

 

[steedman07]

if they have to buy it at another dealer, and the other dealer wont swap something in return..then your dealer only has about $400 gross after clean and gas..if the car was on thier lot or if the other dealer would swap something in return, then they would keep the holdback(3% of msrp) as gross + the x plan dealer commision of about $480..They are going to gouge u on the frpp packege if you have themdo it..hope this helps..

 

[DarkFireGT]

The cloth gets dirty very easily. Dirt, dust, body oil, etc... They all get trapped in the cloth. Leather will give you a better resale value, too. While leather may age and get wrinkled, wrinkled leather looks a lot better than stained cloth.

 

[stangdude2000]

I don't think the dealer is allowed to charge fees when purchasing via X-plan. The fee is built into the price. Fees associated with getting the car from another dealer is a whole different story though. If you want the car from the other dealer, why not deal directly with them?

EDIT: Just read the paperwork - dealers can charge UP TO $75 unless state or local law caps it at a lower number.

 

[stumpjumperpro]

Thanks for the info guys. I am dealing with a local dealer since the other dealers with the cars I want are hundreds of miles away. Makes it harder to do for me, but not impossible. I am going to call one of them today, as they are open on Sunday.

 

[stanmckinney]

Get the leather.