Pricing
First, my apologies if this has been covered. I joined a few days ago and have never owned an RV of any kind. I have been doing a lot of internet research and comparing pricing, etc. One thing that...
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mr68gto wrote:
First, my apologies if this has been covered. I joined a few days ago and have never owned an RV of any kind.
I have been doing a lot of internet research and comparing pricing, etc. One thing that stands out is that no matter the type of RV it seems all dealers will list the MSRP and then another price called "internet pricing" or "show price", etc. Looking a specific brands with the same options (or apparently so) at different dealers across regions I've come to a conclusion that sometimes the MSRP is so different it appears to be fabricated. But my main question is the discounted pricing that is advertised. It is often 25% or so below MSRP. Is this discounted pricing usually a firm price or is that negotiable too. I have talked to a couple of sales people and haven't asked yet but they drop hints like that is the price they demand.
Also, I just spoke with one sales person who claims they charge 850 to do the checkout of the unit after the sale. Seems to me that should be part of doing business and not an extra cost. How would they sell something they haven't even made right if it had problems? Isn't a checkout process inherent in a sale?
thanks
Sales people in the beginning will lead you to believe a firm price, MANY stories, of individuals walking & another lower price available. So yes, prices are negotiable and part of the RV purchasing process, more so than cars. Do your homework.
Beware, some dealers, will try to get admin fees for paperwork, transportation fees for when rig delivered to them, and PDI (pre-delivery inspection)….. Some charge them, some don’t, and some try then bargain them out to make a sale.
MSRP: can be different throughout US, although fairly close, normal is to get 25-35% off MSRP. MSRP do seem sort of made up, they will say depends on how a unit is equipped, etc….
Do your homework, through the internet, you can find what a fair selling price, can be had. There are whole-sale dealers, and some dealers that advertise discounted selling price available.
Also local dealers will also, say they will work closely through any warranty issues (usually 1 year), if you purchase from them. Many dealers, will not work on units they did not sell (warranty work that is), or not quickly work on warranty work.
So get to know service options in your area, including how competent their service department is.
Many negotiate accessories also with a new purchase.
Good Luck,
Markiemark:C
