I'm back!! :) but I need advice, please

[2Fast4Mu]

So....waaaaaaay back in 2009, I bought my 2SS. I loved it and drove it with love.

....but I kinda made a mistake.

In Nov 2011, I traded it for a Jeep. Granted, I loved the Jeep, but I LOVED the Camaro. I should've kept the 2SS and gotten a 10 year old beater Jeep. Lesson learned.

As of yesterday and today, I'm shopping for another 2SS....and trading in my 2012 Rubicon (did I say I really wasn't fond of Chrysler? lol)

Anyway....I'm looking at two different 2014 2SS's and was hoping for a bit of advice.

Excluding obvious incentives (in my case $2000 and a $1000 incentive), how much room off of MSRP does a dealer have? What is a reasonable expectation for price below sticker?

At the moment, I'm favoring a red 2SS stick with nav. MSRP is $41295 - $3000 incentive.... for a total of $38,295.

A competing dealership 40 miles away, has almost the same car in automatic (no nav) for MSRP $42,230, but is discounting it to about $39,000 ($2000 incentive and the rest of their own "sales" price).

Does anyone have any insight to help me evaluate? What is a reasonable final sale price in your opinion?

Thanks in advance.... I can't wait to be back in the 2SS. I missed it ever since I gave it up

DB

[goinggone14]

Keep going lower.

Use this link, with your dealers' zip codes, to obtain the price they're willing to sell the exact VIN at using a GM Supplier Discount Code:

GM Supplier Discount Locator

You don't need a code, just figure that price as a reasonable bargaining point. Also take into account that these are about to be leftover 2014s in a month or so when the 2015s hit the lots. Use that to your advantage when negotiating.

[2Fast4Mu]

Originally Posted by goinggone14

Keep going lower.

Use this link, with your dealers' zip codes, to obtain the price they're willing to sell the exact VIN at using a GM Supplier Discount Code:

GM Supplier Discount Locator

You don't need a code, just figure that price as a reasonable bargaining point. Also take into account that these are about to be leftover 2014s in a month or so when the 2015s hit the lots. Use that to your advantage when negotiating.

Thanks for that info -- checking it out now. I appreciate it!

[gajagfan]

To me the more important decision that a couple thousand dollars is your preference of Auto VS. Manual. To save a grand or so up front and be disappointed down the road is not worth it.

[2Fast4Mu]

Originally Posted by gajagfan

To me the more important decision that a couple thousand dollars is your preference of Auto VS. Manual. To save a grand or so up front and be disappointed down the road is not worth it.

I agree. I'm 99.999% sure I'm going with stick. I was just keeping my options open for a wee bit longer. I honestly can't imagine not getting stick.

[gajagfan]

Originally Posted by Brandenburg

I agree. I'm 99.999% sure I'm going with stick. I was just keeping my options open for a wee bit longer. I honestly can't imagine not getting stick.

We think alike on that subject!

[Muscle Car Memories]

Originally Posted by Brandenburg

So....waaaaaaay back in 2009, I bought my 2SS. I loved it and drove it with love.

....but I kinda made a mistake.

In Nov 2011, I traded it for a Jeep. Granted, I loved the Jeep, but I LOVED the Camaro. I should've kept the 2SS and gotten a 10 year old beater Jeep. Lesson learned.

As of yesterday and today, I'm shopping for another 2SS....and trading in my 2012 Rubicon (did I say I really wasn't fond of Chrysler? lol)

Anyway....I'm looking at two different 2014 2SS's and was hoping for a bit of advice.

Excluding obvious incentives (in my case $2000 and a $1000 incentive), how much room off of MSRP does a dealer have? What is a reasonable expectation for price below sticker?

At the moment, I'm favoring a red 2SS stick with nav. MSRP is $41295 - $3000 incentive.... for a total of $38,295.

A competing dealership 40 miles away, has almost the same car in automatic (no nav) for MSRP $42,230, but is discounting it to about $39,000 ($2000 incentive and the rest of their own "sales" price).

Does anyone have any insight to help me evaluate? What is a reasonable final sale price in your opinion?

Thanks in advance.... I can't wait to be back in the 2SS. I missed it ever since I gave it up

DB

You can get about $5000 off if you work them hard and threaten to walk out....lol

I see your from my home town Lexington....GO BIG BLUE!

[Nash_2SS]

Originally Posted by goinggone14

Keep going lower.

Use this link, with your dealers' zip codes, to obtain the price they're willing to sell the exact VIN at using a GM Supplier Discount Code:

GM Supplier Discount Locator

You don't need a code, just figure that price as a reasonable bargaining point. Also take into account that these are about to be leftover 2014s in a month or so when the 2015s hit the lots. Use that to your advantage when negotiating.

Awesome!

I just bought my 2SS in July. Walked out of the door with $44000 loan Got extended warranty, loan insurance and other packages. As this is my first Chevy purchase (been a german car lover for years).

Sticker price was $42000, got it for $39500 after discounts. I took the 1.99% APR instead of $2000 Cash offer.

[Nash_2SS]

Originally Posted by Brandenburg

I agree. I'm 99.999% sure I'm going with stick. I was just keeping my options open for a wee bit longer. I honestly can't imagine not getting stick.

You get discounts if youre AAA member/Armed Forces/Credit Union Member discount...

Check these with dealer. and if you wantto get that Credit union member discount take a check or membership card as a proof.

[Rock-It Man]

Here's how I buy new cars.

1) Configure exactly the car I want. I like bells and whistles, but not some "dealer installed" options like more expensive floor mats or trim.

2) Go to Kelly Blue book and find the prevailing retail price in my area.

3) Order from local, preferably small, independent dealer ( many dealers are part of a huge chain; I stay away from those).

I may not get a rock bottom price, but I'm always quite a bit below retail.

[rebelyell22]

I came from a 2012 JK too lol. Not a fan of Chrysler at all

[Stealthpanda]

Originally Posted by gajagfan

To me the more important decision that a couple thousand dollars is your preference of Auto VS. Manual. To save a grand or so up front and be disappointed down the road is not worth it.

Pump the brakes! Make sure you get the transmission you want, or you will be regretting it in the near future!
I wish you the best of luck, either outcome.
Thanks,
Jason

EDIT: Ooops, didn't notice this: You have made your decision. Don't spend less money on an automatic (yes, it sounds weird) if a certain dealership will price one lower than a manual.

Originally Posted by Brandenburg

I agree. I'm 99.999% sure I'm going with stick. I was just keeping my options open for a wee bit longer. I honestly can't imagine not getting stick.

[2Fast4Mu]

Looks like we're deciding on this one... http://www.bachmanchevrolet.com/Vehi...-KY/2280388353

Will have to do a dealer transfer.

Thanks for all of your help. You got me pointed in the right direction!

more later

[Need4speed_motorsports]

Don't ever be afraid to give them a lowball offer, In my history of buying cars I usually pay about 8-10 grand below msrp.