Dealer won't budge: What extras should I ask for?

[davehultin]

Hello,

We are considering purchasing a new (to us) Yukon XL to tow our Rockwood Roo 23SS. We're pretty close to making the deal, pending a clean inspection by our mechanic, but we're about $500 different in the price. What kind of extras could I ask for that would bring value to me, but not cause the dealer to run away?

Here's the link to the vehicle:
Yukon XL

The only two things I can think of are

1) A full tank of gas (it's on E right now!)

2) Installation of my brake controller. Stupid question: This vehicle has the towing package (the button to push on the gear shift) ... does that mean the brake system is already hooked into the trailer so no controller is needed? Or do I still need the brake controller?

What other extras could I ask for that would be valuable?

[bob213]

KBB.com has that vehicle in a range from $7200 to $8400. Doesn't sound like your dealer is giving you very much. At that mileage and price I would keep shopping. Good luck in you search.

[dizzo]

Just some answers to your question instead of a lecture...I'm sure you evaluated the price and the vehicle

You'll still need a brake controller. If I remember right (I had a similar suburban)it was just a simple plug in to a module by the brake pedal - had to order the right pigtail for ~$10 or so. I'm sure you'll love the Yukon XL - they make great tow vehicles for those of us that can't devote a dedicated dually 1 ton for a few trips a year!!

Extras that you can ask for: A few free oil changes or car washes are always nice to have around and the dealer should be able to throw those in pretty easy.

Or you could purchase a Class 8 Semi to tow with

[jmtandem]

time to run away from this deal ,186k its a money pit. keep looking . you got all this free advice on this site ,now use it.

X 2. The dealer is giving you a $500 opportunity to walk away from the deal. Don't walk --run!

[midnightsadie]

time to run away from this deal ,186k its a money pit. keep looking . you got all this free advice on this site ,now use it.

[Go_Dogs]

davehultin wrote:
Hello,

We are considering purchasing a new (to us) Yukon XL to tow our Rockwood Roo 23SS. We're pretty close to making the deal, pending a clean inspection by our mechanic, but we're about $500 different in the price. What kind of extras could I ask for that would bring value to me, but not cause the dealer to run away?

Here's the link to the vehicle:
Yukon XL

The only two things I can think of are

1) A full tank of gas (it's on E right now!)

2) Installation of my brake controller. Stupid question: This vehicle has the towing package (the button to push on the gear shift) ... does that mean the brake system is already hooked into the trailer so no controller is needed? Or do I still need the brake controller?

What other extras could I ask for that would be valuable?

First of all: a 1500 full of kids/equipment will chew up your payload before you even hitch up. You may want to consider a HD pickup or used work van with HD chassis.

[sch911]

mguay wrote:

Chuck_S wrote:
$8500 for a 10-year old truck?

-- Chuck

X2!!!!!!!

How about the 186000 on the clock?

Seems high in my book!

X 3

There's gotta be other vehicles out there. This one is too far gone and way overpriced.

[mguay]

Chuck_S wrote:
$8500 for a 10-year old truck?

-- Chuck

X2!!!!!!!

How about the 186000 on the clock?

Seems high in my book!

[Chuck_S]

$8500 for a 10-year old truck?

Is the "trailer wiring" the round 7-pole "Bargman" trailer connector on the back bumper? Ya need this on the truck plus a brake controller. I don't think Chevy put a built-in controller on the truck until very recently. Tekonsha P4 is still my controller of choice for an add-on.

-- Chuck

[RoyB]

Rear camera on truck....

My 2010 F150 came with one as part of the towing package...


I probably would have never installed one on my own but after getting this I don't know how I have done without one now. I line up first time every time. This has the range one foot markers with beep alarms. You can see the trailer hitch go over the top of the truck hitch ball. Can't get no better than that...


The FORD F150 rear camera is part of the FORD F150 tail gate emblem shown on the bottom in this photo

photos from google search

Roy Ken

[WoodGlue]

Floor mats, bed mats, nice seat cover (at least for the drivers seat)

WoodGlue