What would the lowest/fair price be for a new Corvette like this be? I'm not sure why the Magnetic Ride is on a non Z51. As a woman I feel intimidated by the process (I know all women aren't

I started out looking t used, but that hasn't gone well.

So far I'm not acting enthusiastic so if it is around after xmas maybe I can get a better deal.

Any thoughts/suggestions appreciated! Dorothy

Destination Charge $995.00
Installed Options
Carbon Flash Badge Package $100.00
Magnetic Selective Ride Control™ $3,495.00
Red-painted brake calipers $595.00
8-speed paddle shift transmission $1,725.00
Performance exhaust $1,195.00
19" front/20" rear, Black aluminum wheels $495.00
Carbon Flash-painted rear spoiler and outside mirrors $100.00
Performance data and video recorder $1,795.00
2LT $4,455.00
Total Options $13,955.00
MSRP* $70,350.00

 

Tell the dealer to find the same exact car without the MSRC and save over 3 grand.

 

Well GM announced the Bowling Green plant is adding a 1 week shut down and they have 170 days of inventory on the lots. You're in control on this negotiation!
One forum member just said they got a 24% discount off a 2016 so I would open at that and take anything in the 20%+ range.
It's winter and these cars aren't going to sell themselves....

 

A good price would be 22% to 24% off of the total MSRP : $54,873 to $53,466

Tell them your offer is $53,466, which INCLUDES the dealership "DOC Fees", and be firm. If they say they can't do it, tell them to contact you if they re-consider, and walk out. They will most likely call you back....worked for me.

 

Watch options, many that you selected will not have any value when it is time to trade.

 

I for one, REALLY value, and like the Mag ride. We had it on our 2016 Stingray, and now on the '17 Grand Sport. It is a desirable option to have for yourself, and resale.

As for what's a fair offer. I would agree with others above. Start at 24% off MSRP and if you really like this particular car, perhaps settle at 20+ % off. If they won't take that I'd walk. In fact, I'd walk at 24% and let them call you back. Bet you don't get out to your car to drive home

Also agree that I won't pay "DOC Fees" any longer..... haven't for the last few cars we've bought, including the past 2 vettes. Rubs me the wrong way..... YOU are in the driver's seat..... end of month, end of year, WINTER time.....

Check to see if you are ALSO entitled to any of the incentives going on...

 

20-25% off sticker. Start a 25.

 

It's a left over 2016....... good luck with that....

 

While that is a subjective comment, and depending on WHICH options you are speaking of, there is a more important thought....... if these options are preferred by the OP then there is value. Even if perceived value. How many times do we see folks post here asking about ADDING certain options to their car, after the fact? Sure, some are easy add on's such as stripes, etc. But for other options, they are not practical, or even not possible to add. If the OP likes the package as it sits, then it's a win win.

 

I highly doubt that you'll get 20 - 25% off sticker unless the car you choose is a Chevrolet Bonus Tag car. If it's not, 15% off is reasonable. As for "Magnetic Selective Ride Control™ $3,495.00", keep in mind that it also includes the 19" / 20" wheels and full-width rear spoiler. I can tell you with absolute certainty that mag ride is worth the extra cost.

 

You have great taste !!!!!
I feel fortunate. I bought this identical car used for $48,000 with 2400 miles on the odometer. Mine does have the removable roof panel for an additional $1995. Your accessory list is perfect. My first Vet and is the most incredible vehicle I've ever driven. Just sorry it's in my garage snow bound. Go for it

 

All C7 Corvette coupes have the removable roof panel. The standard painted carbon fiber one comes at no extra cost; it can be replaced with the unpainted carbon fiber one for $1,995.

 

Your biggest weapon is the power to walk away at ANY point... There are many other cars and many other dealerships...

- Invoice : You must know the dealer invoice (what the dealer paid GM) for that car so you can make a firm offer that is at least reasonable. i.e. let them make at least a few hundred to a thousand of profit. If you do that and they say it's too low, simply say it's fairly above invoice, that there are many other cars sitting on other dealers lots, and walk away. MSRP / 'List' price IS MEANINGLESS. IT'S EVIL. WHENEVER YOU SEE ONE, TREAT IT LIKE THE MANGY SCOUNDREL IT IS. Seriously. MSRP is just a tool to help set your expectation of paying more than you actually need to. Note the 'Suggested' part of MSRP.

- The power of the feet : 90% chance they will try to re-connect with you after you leave or try to stop you. If they don't then that wasn't the place for you to be buying from anyway. The Bottom line is that if you don't get your price, as long as it's fair, WALK....

- Fear of loss leads to the Dark Side, padawan : If the sales guy gets the slightest notion that you can't leave without that car (not just liking it, mind you), your negotiating power is weakened.

- Let someone else do it : Another option is an auto broker, a REPUTABLE one that has no financial relationship with car dealers (i.e., they are paid by you only). The one's with a simple flat fee are the best to start looking at if that's the route you want to go. The more complicated the financial structure gets with an auto broker, the higher the likelihood that there is something hidden from your view going on.


Nobody hits a home run w/o practice. Because this is such a big purchase, it is entirely appropriate for you to.... practice. What I mean by that is try it out on a car you have no intention on actually buying... Go to a dealership, find a corvette and go through the process once or twice and you will feel more confident when you get to what you do want. Sales is not altruistic... Don't feel bad about taking up time. Sales people do it for a living "Let me go talk to my manager...." while you wait.... and wait...

 

I purchased my new '16 Convertible back in October of this year. It had a MSRP of $65,980. The dealer discounted the car $6000 + 10% off for Bonus Tag ($6598) So, it had a total discount of $12,598 off MSRP or $53,382. That was a little better than 19% off. At the time there was a $2000 Corvette Loyalty Rebate and 0% Financing for 72 months. However, neither could be used in addition to the Bonus Tag Rebate. I thought it was a decent deal!
My car also has the Mag Ride option (FE2) without being a Z51. This $3495 option not only gives you the Mag ride it also includes the Z51 19" front and 20" Wheels and Tires and Z51 rear spoiler.
I would say if you like the '16 that is in question, expect about 20% off MSRP. Note: it must be a Bonus Tagged Car to get that deal.

 

Right in the ballpark, assuming this is a bonus tag car.

 

You might want to build and price it on the Chevy website. I noticed that when I priced a 2017 Grand Sport, GM was giving everyone supplier pricing, and there was also a Corvette Loyalty discount of $2000.

 

Remember that the dealer can sell the car at invoice price and still make money. There is a 3% hold back by GM that the dealer gets later which can be $2000 to $3000.

 

I which I knew that, I would have LOVED to retort with that to the sales guy in my 'Practice' buy session before I purchased the one I ended up with.

 

See what Mike Furman at Criswell can do for you.

http://www.criswellcorvette.com/Vehi...model=Corvette

 

By the way, MSRC is pretty nice to have, even on a non Z51.