The right thing? Confused 18 year old.
03-07-2003, 11:26 AM
#32
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Are you going in with your parents? If not then that could be part of the reason they are trying to go so high. Go to www.carsdirect.com and see what their price would be for your zipcode. You could always order the car through them if you do not feel comfortable negotiating a lower price.
Basically you just need to go in and say this is what I am paying, take it or leave it. If they won't budge you need to be prepaired to walk out. They will probably call you back...
Basically you just need to go in and say this is what I am paying, take it or leave it. If they won't budge you need to be prepaired to walk out. They will probably call you back...
03-07-2003, 11:27 AM
#33
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no problem...
but remember...always be true to your car, no matter what. Don't be one of the 'statistics' that buy a REALLY poewrful car (stock I might add), and drive it into the ground, becuase they thought they were ready to "drift" on the highway at 100 mph.
I don't condone speeding on public roads, but I do say enjoy the car that you own. Given that you are in Michigan, I am sure there are enough "legal" tracks/auto-x's that you can race the car at, to gain the true notion of what it is to own a WRX, or even a 2.5 RS. Even at age 29, I find myself learning new tricks everyday... with a bone stock car, I might add. Yes, I yearn for more power...and mods...and all the toys...but I know what this car can do in it's stock form, after having driven it more than 30K miles, in a year and a few months.
Remember, there are many a wise people here...and those that aren't know the effects after crashing their cars...so remember young padawan, AWD + Turbo may be a COMPLETELY new experience. Think when you drive, that it's your investment...not the numnut who is sitting in the passenger seat saying "FLOOR IT! FLOOR IT!"... and enjoy the experience wisely.
As far as getting a better deal...I agree. Take a number...propose it...and walk, if they don't accept it. Talk to other dealers...tell them you are putting down substantial amounts on the downpayment...sohw them a certified check, if necessary. They will budge.
later,
i.
I don't condone speeding on public roads, but I do say enjoy the car that you own. Given that you are in Michigan, I am sure there are enough "legal" tracks/auto-x's that you can race the car at, to gain the true notion of what it is to own a WRX, or even a 2.5 RS. Even at age 29, I find myself learning new tricks everyday... with a bone stock car, I might add. Yes, I yearn for more power...and mods...and all the toys...but I know what this car can do in it's stock form, after having driven it more than 30K miles, in a year and a few months.
Remember, there are many a wise people here...and those that aren't know the effects after crashing their cars...so remember young padawan, AWD + Turbo may be a COMPLETELY new experience. Think when you drive, that it's your investment...not the numnut who is sitting in the passenger seat saying "FLOOR IT! FLOOR IT!"... and enjoy the experience wisely.
As far as getting a better deal...I agree. Take a number...propose it...and walk, if they don't accept it. Talk to other dealers...tell them you are putting down substantial amounts on the downpayment...sohw them a certified check, if necessary. They will budge.
later,
i.
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03-07-2003, 11:53 AM
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umm...
I guess I can't speculate, because the vehicle is not even in local dealers yet.
Wait till it get's there...that way, you have a choice of the colors/options/etc. Then, talk money. Plus, if you go with a WRX vs. the STi, I am sure it will be around the same ball-park of 02-03 WRX's...can't be much more than 500+/-.
Oh, and please turn off the caps...no need to yell...hehe.
later,
i.
Wait till it get's there...that way, you have a choice of the colors/options/etc. Then, talk money. Plus, if you go with a WRX vs. the STi, I am sure it will be around the same ball-park of 02-03 WRX's...can't be much more than 500+/-.
Oh, and please turn off the caps...no need to yell...hehe.
later,
i.
03-07-2003, 12:09 PM
#37
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Location: Lancaster, OH
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Car Info: 2005 WRX
I took my pops to the dealer w/ me just because he liked the cars. I wasn't even planning on buying the car that day and the next thing I know my dad and i are in the manager's office dealing. my dad got all pissed because the guy wouldn't deal so finally the manager offered the car for invoice price...i think 23,450. i bit. it was odd becuase i didn't want my dad dealing for me (heck, i'm 24), but he started the argument so i just let him go. turned out pretty good for me i guess. i put 9K down and I pay a little over 300 a month.
3k should keep you quite awhile in school. i didn't start running through a bunch of cash until i was 21 and started boozing at the bars.
3k should keep you quite awhile in school. i didn't start running through a bunch of cash until i was 21 and started boozing at the bars.
03-07-2003, 02:29 PM
#38
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I know I already stated my opinion on this, but am going to give it to you again, as well as some other advice......
Listen to the "older" folk on here and DON'T GET THE CAR!.
Since you say you won't drive it much while at school, your better off getting something sporty, in good shape , CHEAP, that suits your needs! Heck since it seems your folks are the one's who are really paying for most of it anyway, make 'em a deal.......Tell em you'll get a cheap USED car now, and when you GRADUATE college, then you want an STi or something similar in the price range, since no one know's what's on the market 4-6 yrs from now.
Think of it this way, they win now, since it cost's less (and so do you) and YOU win later, having a college degree AND a sweet new ride AFTER you graduate!
Like someone else said, (and I agree) You may WANT the car, but you don't really NEED it!
(honestly, not sure why we're wasting our breath, since I'd bet he had decided he Was going to take it, Before ever asking, and just looking for Re-assurance, and Justification......)
Listen to the "older" folk on here and DON'T GET THE CAR!.
Since you say you won't drive it much while at school, your better off getting something sporty, in good shape , CHEAP, that suits your needs! Heck since it seems your folks are the one's who are really paying for most of it anyway, make 'em a deal.......Tell em you'll get a cheap USED car now, and when you GRADUATE college, then you want an STi or something similar in the price range, since no one know's what's on the market 4-6 yrs from now.
Think of it this way, they win now, since it cost's less (and so do you) and YOU win later, having a college degree AND a sweet new ride AFTER you graduate!
Like someone else said, (and I agree) You may WANT the car, but you don't really NEED it!
(honestly, not sure why we're wasting our breath, since I'd bet he had decided he Was going to take it, Before ever asking, and just looking for Re-assurance, and Justification......)
03-07-2003, 02:31 PM
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Car Info: 2002 Impreza RS 2.5
the $
Ok, I know you all are not going to like this but. I am in College and i have a 02 Impreza. And at the start i have a lot of $ BUT, you will spend a lot of it on Girls, food, gas. Now if you have the $ but do not want to get a WXR or Sti b/c of the insurance. Go for a RS. Put some "go fast parts" on it and then you will have a car that is as fast as a WXR for hafe the $
03-07-2003, 07:50 PM
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Well it sounds like you've already made up your mind and are looking for people to support your idea. That's fine, we all need some support and encouragement for big decisions like this. 
My humble advice: Your college is paid for, so you will have a lot of disposable income. The smartest thing you could do is put some of that money away into a money market or IRA so that when you do graduate you'll have a good nest-egg to start from. Don't assume that graduating college will land you in a high-paying job. I have several friends, engineering graduates, who still are out of good work. One has been working in a photo lab for the past year making peanuts. He always complains how broke he is.
I wish to God I could have saved some money during college. As it stands, I have a really good job now but most of it gets sucked away through student loans and I have little equity and savings. I always thought of myself being very frugal with my money, but now I see where I could've been much wiser. The future is MUCH closer than it appears so don't ignore it! Always have a backup plan...
If you can put some money away AND by a new car, kudos to you!
My humble advice: Your college is paid for, so you will have a lot of disposable income. The smartest thing you could do is put some of that money away into a money market or IRA so that when you do graduate you'll have a good nest-egg to start from. Don't assume that graduating college will land you in a high-paying job. I have several friends, engineering graduates, who still are out of good work. One has been working in a photo lab for the past year making peanuts. He always complains how broke he is.
I wish to God I could have saved some money during college. As it stands, I have a really good job now but most of it gets sucked away through student loans and I have little equity and savings. I always thought of myself being very frugal with my money, but now I see where I could've been much wiser. The future is MUCH closer than it appears so don't ignore it! Always have a backup plan...
If you can put some money away AND by a new car, kudos to you!
03-09-2003, 08:24 AM
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Re: the $
Originally posted by BeoWulf73
Ok, I know you all are not going to like this but. I am in College and i have a 02 Impreza. And at the start i have a lot of $ BUT, you will spend a lot of it on Girls, food, gas. Now if you have the $ but do not want to get a WXR or Sti b/c of the insurance. Go for a RS. Put some "go fast parts" on it and then you will have a car that is as fast as a WXR for hafe the $
Ok, I know you all are not going to like this but. I am in College and i have a 02 Impreza. And at the start i have a lot of $ BUT, you will spend a lot of it on Girls, food, gas. Now if you have the $ but do not want to get a WXR or Sti b/c of the insurance. Go for a RS. Put some "go fast parts" on it and then you will have a car that is as fast as a WXR for hafe the $
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