Now It's Up to the Dealers/Customers
05-30-2018, 01:44 PM
#1
Now It's Up to the Dealers/Customers
OK so the official pricing is out and dealers are starting to get the 2019 RDX in inventory as well. So now what? Are the dealers all going to think they can sell at sticker (or above) and are the customers going to make that look like a smart move? People like to bash dealers for their tactics when it comes to dealing on a new and improved model but it takes two to tango as the saying goes. I recently turned in my 2015 RDX lease and went in a different direction altogether after six Acuras (another post for another day) but I am really curious to see how this all plays out. I think the pricing of the 2019 RDX is fair (relatively speaking) but in general I would think people would lean toward getting a big discount on a competing brand (that brings it closer to Acura pricing) than pay sticker for the Acura. I hope people on this site are honest about what they really paid when they start to show off their new RDX's, since it seems like so many of the forum members think they are best friends (lol) with the GSM at their local dealers and will get the deal of the century on something with little to no deals/discounts/incentives. Or maybe they will buy or lease something else when they encounter what will likely be the initial lack of pricing flexibility from the dealers. On a related note, am I the only person who just can't quite get over how expensive all of these SUV's are these days? You pick any of the "near" luxury or luxury brands and they are all well into the mid $40k to mid $50K range or even higher. Anyway, I will be interested to hear what kind of buying/leasing decisions people are making with the 2019 RDX and/or if they decided to stick with Acura at all.
05-30-2018, 01:49 PM
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05-30-2018, 01:52 PM
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Also, people will pay whatever they want to pay. If you're coming on here in hopes to plea with people to not pay MSRP or more, it's not going to happen.
Also, who cares what someone else pays? If they wanted a discounted Q5, they would go that route. Clearly people here want the newest car possible, and although a Q5 may cost more off the bat, it's not offering you anything all that different than the RDX. So in essence you're paying the same money for the same content under a different badge.
Also, who cares what someone else pays? If they wanted a discounted Q5, they would go that route. Clearly people here want the newest car possible, and although a Q5 may cost more off the bat, it's not offering you anything all that different than the RDX. So in essence you're paying the same money for the same content under a different badge.
05-30-2018, 05:00 PM
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Also, people will pay whatever they want to pay. If you're coming on here in hopes to plea with people to not pay MSRP or more, it's not going to happen.
Also, who cares what someone else pays? If they wanted a discounted Q5, they would go that route. Clearly people here want the newest car possible, and although a Q5 may cost more off the bat, it's not offering you anything all that different than the RDX. So in essence you're paying the same money for the same content under a different badge.
Also, who cares what someone else pays? If they wanted a discounted Q5, they would go that route. Clearly people here want the newest car possible, and although a Q5 may cost more off the bat, it's not offering you anything all that different than the RDX. So in essence you're paying the same money for the same content under a different badge.
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05-30-2018, 06:32 PM
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New RDX is really awesome and you better believe Acura dealers know it and will have you paying for it. From Acura, "the right car at the right time". I could almost hear cha-ching after the end of that.
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JoelEDC (05-30-2018)
05-30-2018, 07:17 PM
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I think you're right. I'll be curious to see if the dealers lose any sales to other makes because of it. Or if people will just pay list or wait things out till there are some discounts and incentives on the table.
05-30-2018, 07:34 PM
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05-30-2018, 07:39 PM
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Some folks will be willing to pay MSRP to get the car now. More power to them. Others will wait for the initial demand to drop off, and will probably get bigger discounts around year end.
One advantage the RDX has over the Q5 for me is that it is being built in an existing factory in the United States. The Q5 is being built in a new factory in Mexico. My Audi was built in Germany. I probably would not have bought one built in a new factory in Mexico.
One advantage the RDX has over the Q5 for me is that it is being built in an existing factory in the United States. The Q5 is being built in a new factory in Mexico. My Audi was built in Germany. I probably would not have bought one built in a new factory in Mexico.
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05-30-2018, 08:35 PM
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Given the SUV market right now, its not likely we will see incentives for a long time. A lot of people expect near or exceeding record monthly sales for RDX. I believe it. This will only fuel aggressive pricing from dealers. Its a question of how bad or good it will get depending which side you are on
05-30-2018, 08:50 PM
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Some folks will be willing to pay MSRP to get the car now. More power to them. Others will wait for the initial demand to drop off, and will probably get bigger discounts around year end.
One advantage the RDX has over the Q5 for me is that it is being built in an existing factory in the United States. The Q5 is being built in a new factory in Mexico. My Audi was built in Germany. I probably would not have bought one built in a new factory in Mexico.
One advantage the RDX has over the Q5 for me is that it is being built in an existing factory in the United States. The Q5 is being built in a new factory in Mexico. My Audi was built in Germany. I probably would not have bought one built in a new factory in Mexico.
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05-30-2018, 11:21 PM
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OK so the official pricing is out and dealers are starting to get the 2019 RDX in inventory as well. So now what? Are the dealers all going to think they can sell at sticker (or above) and are the customers going to make that look like a smart move? People like to bash dealers for their tactics when it comes to dealing on a new and improved model but it takes two to tango as the saying goes. I recently turned in my 2015 RDX lease and went in a different direction altogether after six Acuras (another post for another day) but I am really curious to see how this all plays out. I think the pricing of the 2019 RDX is fair (relatively speaking) but in general I would think people would lean toward getting a big discount on a competing brand (that brings it closer to Acura pricing) than pay sticker for the Acura. I hope people on this site are honest about what they really paid when they start to show off their new RDX's, since it seems like so many of the forum members think they are best friends (lol) with the GSM at their local dealers and will get the deal of the century on something with little to no deals/discounts/incentives. Or maybe they will buy or lease something else when they encounter what will likely be the initial lack of pricing flexibility from the dealers. On a related note, am I the only person who just can't quite get over how expensive all of these SUV's are these days? You pick any of the "near" luxury or luxury brands and they are all well into the mid $40k to mid $50K range or even higher. Anyway, I will be interested to hear what kind of buying/leasing decisions people are making with the 2019 RDX and/or if they decided to stick with Acura at all.
do make a difference. Plus they love my trades, since they are really low mileage and in immaculate condition. Now, I DO have a big question this time for the '19 RDX. I AM wondering what he will price it to me for.
I do NOT expect him to ask for MSRP. So, when we "talk" I will pass on what my price will be. Plus, he is getting more RDX's than the other dealers in the Region, for a lot of reasons. They are #1 in sales each year, and
he remodeled the entire facility to the tune of $5M plus. So, with more RDX's to sell he can be flexible with certain buyers. His choice....he's the GM, but, he's also part owner.
I'd be shocked to see Addendums with "mark ups" for the RDX. Didn't see it when the '13 Gen 2 arrived. But, I didn't see what other dealers were doing around the country. Just don't expect to see it on a mass produced car.
Anyone paying OVER MSRP is crazy. Just like setting that money on fire as soon as you drive it off the lot. And, honestly, doesn't everyone know that your RDX will depreciate 6 to 10% not long after you drive it off
the lot?? It will....so paying over is nuts on top of paying MSRP....'cause you lose double. That's why you "work the best deal"...IF once they start dealing. First few days, weeks, not much normally. Too much excitement AND
they know they can snag some buyers early on at MSRP and they (the buyers) are SO HAPPY and thankful like they got a gift!! Really???? LOL!!!
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05-31-2018, 07:56 AM
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05-31-2018, 08:16 AM
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05-31-2018, 09:22 AM
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If this actually happens, then paying MSRP for a RDX might be the best you can do.
"Trump reportedly said he wants to stop German luxury car imports in the US." https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/mark...rYC?li=BBnb7Kz
"Trump reportedly said he wants to stop German luxury car imports in the US." https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/mark...rYC?li=BBnb7Kz
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JoelEDC (05-31-2018)
05-31-2018, 10:48 AM
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Actually, I am best friends with my..GM...don't know the GSM. I only do business with my GM. 4 new Acuras from him and he gives me deals I KNOW he does not give to those walking in for the first time. Multiple purchases
do make a difference. Plus they love my trades, since they are really low mileage and in immaculate condition. Now, I DO have a big question this time for the '19 RDX. I AM wondering what he will price it to me for.
I do NOT expect him to ask for MSRP. So, when we "talk" I will pass on what my price will be. Plus, he is getting more RDX's than the other dealers in the Region, for a lot of reasons. They are #1 in sales each year, and
he remodeled the entire facility to the tune of $5M plus. So, with more RDX's to sell he can be flexible with certain buyers. His choice....he's the GM, but, he's also part owner.
I'd be shocked to see Addendums with "mark ups" for the RDX. Didn't see it when the '13 Gen 2 arrived. But, I didn't see what other dealers were doing around the country. Just don't expect to see it on a mass produced car.
Anyone paying OVER MSRP is crazy. Just like setting that money on fire as soon as you drive it off the lot. And, honestly, doesn't everyone know that your RDX will depreciate 6 to 10% not long after you drive it off
the lot?? It will....so paying over is nuts on top of paying MSRP....'cause you lose double. That's why you "work the best deal"...IF once they start dealing. First few days, weeks, not much normally. Too much excitement AND
they know they can snag some buyers early on at MSRP and they (the buyers) are SO HAPPY and thankful like they got a gift!! Really???? LOL!!!
do make a difference. Plus they love my trades, since they are really low mileage and in immaculate condition. Now, I DO have a big question this time for the '19 RDX. I AM wondering what he will price it to me for.
I do NOT expect him to ask for MSRP. So, when we "talk" I will pass on what my price will be. Plus, he is getting more RDX's than the other dealers in the Region, for a lot of reasons. They are #1 in sales each year, and
he remodeled the entire facility to the tune of $5M plus. So, with more RDX's to sell he can be flexible with certain buyers. His choice....he's the GM, but, he's also part owner.
I'd be shocked to see Addendums with "mark ups" for the RDX. Didn't see it when the '13 Gen 2 arrived. But, I didn't see what other dealers were doing around the country. Just don't expect to see it on a mass produced car.
Anyone paying OVER MSRP is crazy. Just like setting that money on fire as soon as you drive it off the lot. And, honestly, doesn't everyone know that your RDX will depreciate 6 to 10% not long after you drive it off
the lot?? It will....so paying over is nuts on top of paying MSRP....'cause you lose double. That's why you "work the best deal"...IF once they start dealing. First few days, weeks, not much normally. Too much excitement AND
they know they can snag some buyers early on at MSRP and they (the buyers) are SO HAPPY and thankful like they got a gift!! Really???? LOL!!!
05-31-2018, 03:23 PM
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Nuke
For me, it is very much about long term reliability although I am intriqued enough about the RDX to hold off my purchase until the end of 2018 or early 2019 until I can review early purchasers comments etc. I currently drive one of the early 2004 Tsx’s purchased spring of 2003, mind you the vehicle had proven itself as a Honda Accord for several years in Europe. The car is reliable enough I am not hesitating to drive it across Canada and up into Northern British Columbia later this year. Previously I drove a 1992 Integra for 10 years, 300,000 km before giving to the kids for an additional 100,000 until it could not pass required emission tests. I also had a very reliable 1998 CRV that my wife drove for 7 years until it was T boned by a car running a red light. The RDX would replace a 2005 Nissan Xtrail that my wife drives, well maintained and going to one of the kids. If I end up having any doubts about the RDX reliability, the replacement would be a Honda CRV touring, likely model year 2019, that has worked out the bugs now. No lease for me, no additional extended warranty just cash for an RDX tech with trailer hitch and wiring or a Honda CRV touring with a hitch and wiring as I want to keep my vehicles for a long time. There is a chance I will also negotiate Nokian WRG4 SUV ALL WEATHER tires if available at the time to replace the OEM’s, otherwise going with the WRG3.
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If this actually happens, then paying MSRP for a RDX might be the best you can do.
"Trump reportedly said he wants to stop German luxury car imports in the US." https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/mark...rYC?li=BBnb7Kz
"Trump reportedly said he wants to stop German luxury car imports in the US." https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/mark...rYC?li=BBnb7Kz
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JoelEDC (06-01-2018)
06-04-2018, 02:57 PM
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I've never paid over *invoice* for any car I've ever bought. So if it was me, I'd just wait for the hype to die down, and also wait for the 2020 MY so that some of the bugs are worked out. But seeing as none of my cars need replacement any time soon, I might not be in the market until the 4th gen RDX.
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06-04-2018, 09:58 PM
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I've never paid over *invoice* for any car I've ever bought. So if it was me, I'd just wait for the hype to die down, and also wait for the 2020 MY so that some of the bugs are worked out. But seeing as none of my cars need replacement any time soon, I might not be in the market until the 4th gen RDX.
Even though the car has been out for a year people are still paying over the MSRP and the greedy dealers are just raking in the money...its crazy!
06-05-2018, 01:21 AM
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Three Wheelin'
Take a look at the civic type-r. Those are adjusted market value all day in every Honda dealership. I just saw one for $10k over MSRP. ($45k for a civic!). Supposedly people still pay it.
Even though the car has been out for a year people are still paying over the MSRP and the greedy dealers are just raking in the money...its crazy!
Even though the car has been out for a year people are still paying over the MSRP and the greedy dealers are just raking in the money...its crazy!
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