Negotiating Price on New 5th from a Distance
I know it's best to at the dealership with a prospective trailer but that's not always practical. Will dealers really talk turkey and give their lowest price over the phone or by email? If a dealer i...
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I got quotes from two 'wholesale' dealers and picked the lowest offer, which was 35-40% off MSRP (Holman's near Cincinnati). Did it all by email with a confirmation phone call when I was ready to order. I had them order to my specs and then drove 1000 miles to pick it up when it was delivered to the dealer about 6 weeks later. Then I vacationed my way back home (Florida).
I would suggest doing the same thing to the OP. Wait for nice weather next spring, order from a dealer like Holman's, drive out and then take the big vacation on the way back - Black Hills, Devil's Tower, Yellowstone, Tetons, etc.
As far as warranty goes, I full time so I have no 'home dealer' and have not had problems. Call the manufacturer beforehand and have a talk, asking if they will help find dealerships if needed, will they authorize a mobile mechanic to do warranty work, etc.
I would suggest doing the same thing to the OP. Wait for nice weather next spring, order from a dealer like Holman's, drive out and then take the big vacation on the way back - Black Hills, Devil's Tower, Yellowstone, Tetons, etc.
As far as warranty goes, I full time so I have no 'home dealer' and have not had problems. Call the manufacturer beforehand and have a talk, asking if they will help find dealerships if needed, will they authorize a mobile mechanic to do warranty work, etc.
