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So I'm looking into picking up a tC (Silver Streak or Flint, M/T) in the coming month or so, and I'm working on a broke college kid's budget. As I'm drafting up the mod plans, I'm realizing that this is going to be a fun (albeit slightly pricey) endeavor, but I'm going to want to save money where I can. Now, Toyota is touting their "Pure Pricing" in the Scion line, saying that it'll be a no-hassle experience, but I'd rather deal with a little hassle if it'll save me some cash. MSRP without the dest. fee is about $15,900, whereas the invoice on a tC is around $15,200. Not counting whatever dealer incentives they might have, they're really not making much compared to other companies' markups, but still, does anyone know if they can be talked down? I heard a rumor that if a dealership sells a Scion below MSRP, then they can lose their contract...probably a crock of bs, but still, there may be some validity to it. I'm well aware that Toyota can be kind of anal about max efficiency (especially in pricing). Assuming that I do end up paying the "pure price," has anyone successfully negotiated for freebies? Again, keeping costs down would be nice. Here's a list of dealer installed options/accessories that I'd like to have put on, and if you think I can realistically pick any of these up for free or below invoice, please let me know:
auto-dimming mirror
security system
sport pedal covers
shift knob
cargo net
all-season floor mats
Scion keychains and pens (gotta have some matching funness
)
Plus, here are some immediate upgrades I intend on putting on that'll eat up cash, if it gives you a fair idea of where I'm coming from:
Katzkin leather interior ($1400)
Tint ($100)
Clear-bra (lip only), since I go to school in Colorado and rocks suck ($150)
Future mods (once I start a real job) will include:
TRD supercharger & exhaust
AEM Cold Air Intake
GPS Nav System and/or DVD
Premium Sound (TBD)
18s? (Depending on ride quality and where I end up moving to after school)
I'm trading in a '97 Ford Mustang GT Convertible (Unfortunately) because of rising gas prices, outlandish insurance costs, and Colorado's uncanny ability to kill my buzz by having the most unpredictable weather on Earth that likes to screw with a torquey rear-wheel drive. Should be about $6-7K on the trade, leaving me with about a $13,000 bill, according to "pure pricing." If I can get that down, that'd be great...I'm really looking forward to this, though. Even though I'm trading in my baby, I'll be happy with the tC because of one factor -- unlimited potential. That, and the huge range of standard features that provide the most bang for your buck and make it so versatile and sophisticated makes it best-in-class in my book. Thanks in advance for the help.
auto-dimming mirror
security system
sport pedal covers
shift knob
cargo net
all-season floor mats
Scion keychains and pens (gotta have some matching funness
Plus, here are some immediate upgrades I intend on putting on that'll eat up cash, if it gives you a fair idea of where I'm coming from:
Katzkin leather interior ($1400)
Tint ($100)
Clear-bra (lip only), since I go to school in Colorado and rocks suck ($150)
Future mods (once I start a real job) will include:
TRD supercharger & exhaust
AEM Cold Air Intake
GPS Nav System and/or DVD
Premium Sound (TBD)
18s? (Depending on ride quality and where I end up moving to after school)
I'm trading in a '97 Ford Mustang GT Convertible (Unfortunately) because of rising gas prices, outlandish insurance costs, and Colorado's uncanny ability to kill my buzz by having the most unpredictable weather on Earth that likes to screw with a torquey rear-wheel drive. Should be about $6-7K on the trade, leaving me with about a $13,000 bill, according to "pure pricing." If I can get that down, that'd be great...I'm really looking forward to this, though. Even though I'm trading in my baby, I'll be happy with the tC because of one factor -- unlimited potential. That, and the huge range of standard features that provide the most bang for your buck and make it so versatile and sophisticated makes it best-in-class in my book. Thanks in advance for the help.