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JK Newbie
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Potential buyer...
Hello JK Forum members,
I am in need of some advice if anyone is kind enough to offer. I was in the market for a new jeep last summer but unfortunately gas prices and a long commute forced me to trade my Mazda RX8 for a practical 2009 Ford Fusion SEL sport. Although the Fusion is a very nice car I am still lusting after a Jeep after only 9.500 miles. I can not find a used car value on KBB or NADA for a 2009 and would like to take advantage of the dealship situations. I have sent emails to two local dealerships regarding Jeep wrangler X's in stock, and I would appreciate any advice in this "dumb" decision. I have checked edmunds for rebates but it seems only $1000 cash is available and no mention of employee pricing. Any input would be greatly appreciated, Thanks!
I am in need of some advice if anyone is kind enough to offer. I was in the market for a new jeep last summer but unfortunately gas prices and a long commute forced me to trade my Mazda RX8 for a practical 2009 Ford Fusion SEL sport. Although the Fusion is a very nice car I am still lusting after a Jeep after only 9.500 miles. I can not find a used car value on KBB or NADA for a 2009 and would like to take advantage of the dealship situations. I have sent emails to two local dealerships regarding Jeep wrangler X's in stock, and I would appreciate any advice in this "dumb" decision. I have checked edmunds for rebates but it seems only $1000 cash is available and no mention of employee pricing. Any input would be greatly appreciated, Thanks!
Former Vendor
Joined: Apr 2007
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First welcome to the site and congratulations on your good judgment to buy a JK.
From what I understand the closing dealerships are probably not going to be a sales opportunity for consumers. I've read that inventory will be shuffled to surviving dealerships at cost.
I suggest determining the invoice price and using that as a basis for your negotiations (in fact I think cars.com gives you a starting point when you configure your Jeep). With the conditions as they are you should be able to find a great deal if you do the work. Don't hesitate to walk away if the sales person isn't playing it your way.
From what I understand the closing dealerships are probably not going to be a sales opportunity for consumers. I've read that inventory will be shuffled to surviving dealerships at cost.
I suggest determining the invoice price and using that as a basis for your negotiations (in fact I think cars.com gives you a starting point when you configure your Jeep). With the conditions as they are you should be able to find a great deal if you do the work. Don't hesitate to walk away if the sales person isn't playing it your way.
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JK Junkie
Joined: May 2008
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From: Fort Wayne, IN
First welcome! Next, I have heard if you try for an online quote through Jeep's website, there are some deals out there. I don't know this as fact, but have heard a few success stories. Try sending EVS JEEP a pm on the forum. They are a dealership and advertise beating the competition. Worth a shot.
JK Enthusiast
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From: KAPLAN LOUISIANA
When I bought mine in 07 I went to Jeep.com and built my own to find out the price. It only takes a few minutes than you can see what the price is for what you want and go in and negotiate. I went to 5 dealers in 2 states none would go down more than $600. The sixth one went from $30,600 down to $28,000 and a free 100,000 mile waranty. Just go to all the ones you can find until one will give you the deal you want. I did get the exact Jeep I wanted.
