TLMDXRDX

Thanks guys. I was told on July 5 that it was scheduled to be built on July 11 and arrive on July 17 or 18. It followed that schedule exactly and arrived at the dealer on July 17 and I picked up yesterday on July 18. I talked to several different dealers and the big dealers like the one I used which is the largest in Illinois seems to have a bit more bargaining power in getting what they want and getting information on the production process.

TxLady

billyt1963

Chreph

Sorry, TxLady - I hadn't been back on the forum until now but I see that you found some others. I wound up going through the seller "acuradeals" and spent a tad more than you but I was rushing and it wound up being way cheaper than the msrp of $179 that my dealer was offering them at. Looking forward to getting the black chrome "RDX" soon, too. I haven't really researched to see if there are any black acura emblems for the '19 RDX since I'm assuming it's probably not the exact same size as any other acura models' emblems but it's worth a shot. I'm not really a fan of chrome accents and, unless you spring for higher-priced packages, most manufacturers like to include chrome trim standard and tout it as a "feature"

Chreph

Also - I used to be big into my car forums back in the day (haven't really been since I got rid of my genesis coupe in 2014) and holy crap this site design takes me back to the 2002. Not meant to be a dig but just an observation. It didn't really hit me until I recognized all the same 'emojis' from the elantra forums when I was 18 haha.

MI-RDX

Fingers crossed that the entire supply chain is working that way. I was told production 7/15-19 (rolling off the line as I'm typing this maybe?) and arrive at the dealer week of 7/23.

skarface

Someone posted an AWD a-spec for about 43,500...so about a $3k discount with the loyalty rebate.

froston13

I got my A Spec (FWD) for $500 off MSRP.
I also got the dealer addons for free, so it came out to about $44,400 before tax, title, and registration. No extraneous fees.
I will note that the same dealer is now *strictly* only selling at MSRP. They told me I was one of the first to look at the cars, so they were willing to slightly deal, but now they have gotten so much interest and sales they won't budge.
They told me this when I went in to pick up my hold refund (I held the car for 5 days while I thought about it; they only had one in Apex Blue, and I thought they would have sold it). That hold/deposit was refundable anyways (it wasn't factored into my actual deal), and it turns out a few people tried to buy my car while it was being held!

Fury63

Well I've officially joined with club with my first Acura. Picked up my Advance AWD White/Parch today and already have 120 miles on it! I have to say I love it. My deal was similar to others - $500 off MSRP, remote start for just under $500 and all weather mats were included. I purchased it as opposed to leasing. My last few vehicles have been leases but I plan to keep this in the family for a while. It's a beauty for sure.

I really like the Acura mats. I had WeatherTech in my Q50 and I think it was TxLady who observed they were slippery - agreed. IMO the OEMs are worth looking at.

I'm crossing my fingers for those who are still waiting for theirs to arrive that they get a call soon.

Hou-RL

Congrats Fury63 and enjoy the new RDX!!

Madd Dog

MI-RDX

That's about my deal ($650-$700 off) when you consider the (MSRP, + Accessory/Installation Price) - What I'm Paying

russianDude

maxwayne

Hello. I went to John Eagle Acura in Houston, TX to test drive a red FWD with Tech trim. They only had couple of SH-AWD A-Specs and told I don't really need an AWD in Houston.

Test drive was good. Felt braking took longer than anticipated to come to stop. Then the sales guy told to change the mode to Sports. It was better then. Apart from this ride felt good and I liked the car.

​​​​​​Now coming to pricing - they quoted me MSRP. They are yet to send their quote. But, they added something called 'Luxury Shield' for $1795 on top of MSRP. They said it is a charge they put on all new cars even on the pre certified one. It sounded strange to me. Luxury Shield package included - some car tracking app, tint guarantee etc.. Don't remember everything.

My question is does this luxury shield charge is normal? I am interested in leasing this and just strated shopping around yesterday. Never owned Acura before. Thanks.

MI-RDX

I know. My deal was roughly $700 below what the MSRP plus accessories would have cost - not that it cost the dealer anywhere near that much.

russianDude

With my 2008 rdx they wanted like $500 for door moldings. I bought them from online acura dealer, and it was like $200. Took me like 30min to install them, its pretty easy, they have self adhisives. They make tons of money on this stuff....

skarface

You should be able to negotiate getting at least $500 off MSRP if you are on this forum and have the knowledge of the prices everyone else is paying, but maybe your area is not competitive and doesn't need to offer anything off. In that case, I would open up my search to other brands, unless you are dead set on the Acura. Or just wait a bit and prices should get better. The $1795 charge is pretty much pure profit for them and they should be ashamed to say they put it on every vehicle. Negotiate that down to $0 or insist you don't need it lol.

maxwayne

Thanks for your reply. Yes, I am aware of the $500-1000 discounts folks are getting on this in general. I am also seeing that KBB and Edmunds fair purchase price / true market value is very close to MSRP. I just went for a casual test drive yesterday and asked for their best quote. I am definitely not paying MSRP and will negotiate further.

I was really surprised with their luxury shield quote. So wanted to ask here since I saw couple of buyers were from around Houston metro area. Are they lying about putting this on every vehicle ? At the very least, this should be optional if customer doesn't want to pay for it.

I am planning to go to 3 more Acura dealerships for their quotes.


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russianDude

skarface

You might have better luck contacting the internet managers at each dealership if you have decided you want to buy the 2019 RDX right now. Might save you some time instead of driving to each dealership and dealing with each of their pitches and negotiations. You have much more power when you can just not answer an email or phone call.

Their website lets you purchase a car online and their is no mention of a mandatory $1800 profit charge lol. Luxury shield is actually listed as $1295 on their website under "Service & Protection Plans". Either way, I wouldn't deal with that salesman anymore if he said it was mandatory. Nearly everything is negotiable. I can't imagine what they would claim is mandatory when you get in the finance room and they spring the rustproofing, warranties, service contracts on you.
https://express.johneagleacura.com/e...02228?unlock=1

DWG

It would be interesting to hear what the other three dealers have to say.

97ws6

I wish I could hear that! I checked out an Advance and A-Spec in Chesapeake, VA. As I walked up to the A-S the salesman said whatever that says on the sticker add $3,000 to it! I said you're kidding? He said not negotiable. We left. Inventory is moving but I'm not paying that. Will probably have to go to Maryland as we did for our last new car.

DWG

As if the price adjustment wasn't bad enough, the salesman was a jerk about it. Wonderful.

Madd Dog

97ws6

To be fair he said it in the most friendliest way possible. Haa. He was just matter of fact about it. I can get a nice GM family discount but I'm not thrilled with the styling of any of them. GM, GMC, Cadillac or Buick.
We just have to wait this out I suppose.

MI-RDX

And most, if not all, have auto stop/start that cannot be turned off.

Hou-RL

Maxwayne,

The brakes feel too soft and run long initially when purchased. I experienced that feel also when I purchased my 2019 RDX. Once they are bedded in they will start to work as they should. Miy brakes are working just fine now that I have put about 1000 miles on mine.
This is not the time to lease and they will make you pay more currently for a lease. I would wait until Acura has better offers for leases.

DWG

Same. I keep trying to like a GMC or Buick because of a relationship with the dealer but I just don't appreciate them that much.

russianDude

dcmod

I agree with russianDude, be patient and you will reap the reward ..
Also, a lot of you are saying that the best discount off MSRP is $500 , but I thought I saw Txlady received $2000 off the MSRP . Is that correct ?

skarface

Not the best discount but pretty much the minimum you should expect to get. I've seen up to $3000 off an A-spec AWD model on another forum.

Madd Dog

zo0mie

Got ours here in the Mid-Hudson Valley area. A modern Steel, A-spec that comes equipped with SH-AWD. Came with wheel locks at no additional charge. Got the loyalty and military appreciation discounts. Plus a nice trade-in allowance on a 2015 RDX that needed a new set of shoes and had some gouges on the bumper. The RDX A-spec is very impressive to look at and drive.

Hou-RL

MAXWAYNE,


I talked to John Eagle and they like to play a few games but they are willing to negotiate but they didnt have much in stock when I wanted to buy. Sale Manager will try to see what he can get away with and if you fall for it then he will ad on. If he sees that you are interested in none sense then he will negotiate on a much level playing field..
You are wasting time talking to a salesman.Go directly the the internet sales manager, Sales Manager or GM. Tell them your offer and negotiate on the car in stock you want. If they dont have it in stock, negotiate on via email and wait for the car to come in to purchase. Bad time to lease RDX as prices are not good I would wait on that lease..

russianDude

Rybear

skarface

What's the residual payment if you want to buy it at the end of the lease?

Hou-RL

Your discount was average with what people are currently paying. It wasn't a bad deal for the current sales. Hope your money factor didnt give the discount back to them.
BTW....what is the residual on your base RDX deal? I suspect 57% but would like you to confirm please.

Rybear

Rybear