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I'm guessing that the maintenance and repair group have profit goals that are separate from sales goals.
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I'm glad they're there and I recognize their legitimate need to run their business profitably.
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The local dealer goes to the expense of maintaining a showroom and I did test drive the car at their shop.
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There's a local Porsche dealer, and I test drove a car there.
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I am curious about any experiences with long distance purchases of a new Porsche. I am thinking about buying a 2003 model. There's a local Porsche dealer, and I test drove a car there. I liked the car, but they seem pretty non-agressive on pricing. I know I could do better (probably by three thousand dollars) by buying the car at another dealer out of state. Doing that would make me a little uncomfortable for a couple of reasons:
1. The local dealer goes to the expense of maintaining a showroom and I did test drive the car at their shop. I'm glad they're there and I recognize their legitimate need to run their business profitably.
2. I'm betting they'd treat me better on warranty and service issues if the car came from them.
Do you think it's a legitimate bargaining tactic to point out that the long-distance purchase would be cheaper.
Do you any of you have experiences or opinions you'd car to share?
I bought my 02 Cab through a broker (Brian Buxton)www.buxtonmotorsports.com and he bought it from a dealer in Kentucky. I now deal with 2 different Porsche dealers in my area and I have had no problems.
I'm guessing that the maintenance and repair group have profit goals that are separate from sales goals. Just my .02
I would not use the lower price as leverage with your dealer unless you had your checkbook out and was willing to close on the spot by writing the check. Sometimes that works if you're ready to close.
It is nice to hear that your are concerned about having a good relationship with your local dealer.You are making a major investment and will probably enjoy it more with a good dealer experience. As a dealer myself I can definitely tell you that you will be treated better if you service the car where you bought it. Yes, the service department needs to make money regardless of sales concerns, but if you need any favors,questionable warranty repairs, or anything out of the ordinary the service manager will consult with the sales manager and deside if you are a "good customer" or not. They will look in the computer and see if you bought the car from them or not. Believe me, I do this frequently.
I negotiate the sale of cars everyday and if you bargain honestly and fairly most good dealers will treat you well. We want to sell cars. Give your local dealer the facts about your other offer and they will work with you.
People should remember however, that if you act like jerk when you negotiate don't expect any service favors down the road.
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