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Apr 7, 2006 12:54:44 AM

M3Armand: Junior; Loc: Boston, MA; Posts: 69, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 2, 2006

2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

I typically purchase my cars at 5% over invoice - BMW's, Infiniti, Lexus, Cadillac (yikes! but it was for my parents), etc.

My MSRP on my Boxster S is $66995 or $67k. Their price to me was $5k off or $62k. I was hoping for $61300. Should I just take it at $62k? I really don't have time to "shop". I felt that 5% over invoice or 10% off (Porsche has about 15% margin) was plenty.

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Apr 7, 2006 8:47:36 AM

The Groom: Expert; Loc: EU; Posts: 1779, Gallery; Registered on: Jan 23, 2005; Reply to: M3Armand

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

You can consider yourself lucky (or a really good negociator

) that you got so much off! I don't think anybody on this board has gotten 7.5% off so far.
In some countries, Porsche dealers don't even sell below MSRP. Not even free mats or Porsche caps.

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Apr 7, 2006 8:51:12 AM

cookie monster: Senior; Loc: US , United States; Posts: 564, Gallery; Registered on: Dec 8, 2005; Reply to: The Groom

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

In HK, we get no discount and no free mat... Porsche caps? no way... they are selling like hot cakes and the waiting list is like a 3-4 months for boxster and more for cayenne so consider yourself a lucky man...

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Apr 7, 2006 9:37:05 AM

charliepug: Co-Pilot; Loc: Australia; Posts: 227, Gallery; Registered on: Mar 15, 2005; Reply to: cookie monster

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

Ditto here in Australia.. what discount? they'll say "take it or leave it". Having one dealer in every state I guess just does not help at all. However I did get some small "extras" thrown in.

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Apr 7, 2006 12:24:08 PM

russell l.: Newbie; Loc: north of nyc; Posts: 16, Gallery; Registered on: Mar 13, 2006; Reply to: charliepug

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

PM me-I don't want to advertise the name of a dealer who offered me 6500 off MSRP for a 06 987 S--I persomally paid even less- (MSRP-$6850)

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Apr 7, 2006 1:41:33 PM

AJVIP: Expert; Loc:; Posts: 1862, Gallery; Registered on: May 30, 2005; Reply to: M3Armand

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

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M3Armand said:
I typically purchase my cars at 5% over invoice - BMW's, Infiniti, Lexus, Cadillac (yikes! but it was for my parents), etc.

My MSRP on my Boxster S is $66995 or $67k. Their price to me was $5k off or $62k. I was hoping for $61300. Should I just take it at $62k? I really don't have time to "shop". I felt that 5% over invoice or 10% off (Porsche has about 15% margin) was plenty.

Take it. I had a car priced at roughly 66K but my MSRP was brought down to 61K.

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Apr 7, 2006 1:58:55 PM

dreamcar: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Hampshire , United Kingdom; Posts: 8797, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 19, 2004; Reply to: cookie monster

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

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ptcja said:
so consider yourself a lucky man...

Yes... and no! Discounts new equals depreciation used. So in countries where Porsche give no discount and carefully manage supply (as happens here in the UK) means you will benefit come sale time.

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Apr 7, 2006 2:04:08 PM

993Targa: Rennteam Pro; Loc: ZH , Switzerland; Posts: 2522, Gallery; Registered on: Sep 16, 2004; Reply to: dreamcar

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

Maybe the Boxster is in bordeaux red, cream interior, Tiptronic, 16" wheels and a blue top?

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Apr 7, 2006 3:14:16 PM

easy_rider911: Rennteam VIP; Loc: London , United Kingdom; Posts: 22190, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 8, 2004; Reply to: dreamcar

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

Yeah man - but the best of both worlds is to buy your car in the EU where you get a cracking discount and then sell it eventually in the UK where the lack of discounts keeps resale prices higher!

PS: people I have spoken to who have sold cars in the UK which they bought elsewhere in the EU have said that the haircut they suffered was small compared to the discount they enjoyed on purchase.

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Apr 7, 2006 4:09:16 PM

dreamcar: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Hampshire , United Kingdom; Posts: 8797, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 19, 2004; Reply to: easy_rider911

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

Yes, then you do get the best of both worlds! But my comment was aimed at the US buyers that do get, in comparison with any other market, comparatively large discounts - and there are any number of US buyers on Rennteam complaining about how much money their cars are losing, both Boxster and Carrera.

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Apr 7, 2006 4:25:06 PM

turbokuo: Junior; Loc: SoCal; Posts: 88, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 30, 2004; Reply to: dreamcar

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Deals vary based on location but in LA without negotiating I'm getting that % off on a 07, here they are doing $1,000-$1,500 invoice on 06's..tons of Boxsters on lots.

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Apr 7, 2006 4:30:56 PM

dreamcar: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Hampshire , United Kingdom; Posts: 8797, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 19, 2004; Reply to: turbokuo

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

As I stated previously, that situation would not happen here in the UK. Very rarely see an unsold new car here, unless it is a cancelled order. Even used cars, up to 12 months old have a sticker price close to new, particularly Carrera S. Surely the best option in the US financially is to buy low mileage used and let someone else suffer the hit when they first drove off the dealers forecourt?

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Apr 7, 2006 6:19:26 PM

M3Armand: Junior; Loc: Boston, MA; Posts: 69, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 2, 2006; Reply to: dreamcar

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

I forgot to say that this is for an "ordered car" and not currently in inventory. Here's my car:

Total $66,995
Destination $795
Boxster S Base Price $54,700
G1 Guards Red
V5 Cabriolet Roof in Cocoa
TD Sand Beige Standard Leather

397 19 inch Carrera S wheel $1,550
551 Windstop
$375
640 Sport Chrono Package Plus $920
573 Automatic Climate Control $550
509 Fire Extinguisher $140
P16 Porsche Communication Management (PCM) $2,970

PPB Preferred Package Plus $4,995
P15 Power Seats
342 Heated Seats
680 BOSE(r) Surround Sound System
692 Remote six disc CD autochanger
P74 Bi-Xenon lighting system with washers
P12 Rain Sensor / Dimming Mirrors
446 Wheel Caps With Colored Porsche Crest
CFM Color-Keyed Floor Mats

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Apr 7, 2006 7:15:04 PM

MattTheCarNut: Pilot; Loc: Austin, Texas; Posts: 329, Gallery; Registered on: Jun 12, 2005; Reply to: dreamcar

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

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dreamcar said:
As I stated previously, that situation would not happen here in the UK. Very rarely see an unsold new car here, unless it is a cancelled order. Even used cars, up to 12 months old have a sticker price close to new, particularly Carrera S. Surely the best option in the US financially is to buy low mileage used and let someone else suffer the hit when they first drove off the dealers forecourt?

Yes, that is the way to play the game in the U.S. However, if you are particular about colours and spec buying a low-mileage pre-owned Porsche is hard.

So, ordering your Porsche the way you want it *AND* getting $5-6K off the sticker is AWESOME.

But, I do see the other side. I knew the U.K. had higher prices and no discounts when new. But, I didn't know this benefited resale.

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Apr 7, 2006 7:36:30 PM

dreamcar: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Hampshire , United Kingdom; Posts: 8797, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 19, 2004; Reply to: M3Armand

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

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M3Armand said:
I forgot to say that this is for an "ordered car" and not currently in inventory. Here's my car:

Total $66,995
Destination $795
Boxster S Base Price $54,700
G1 Guards Red
V5 Cabriolet Roof in Cocoa
TD Sand Beige Standard Leather

397 19 inch Carrera S wheel $1,550
551 Windstop
$375
640 Sport Chrono Package Plus $920
573 Automatic Climate Control $550
509 Fire Extinguisher $140
P16 Porsche Communication Management (PCM) $2,970

PPB Preferred Package Plus $4,995
P15 Power Seats
342 Heated Seats
680 BOSE(r) Surround Sound System
692 Remote six disc CD autochanger
P74 Bi-Xenon lighting system with washers
P12 Rain Sensor / Dimming Mirrors
446 Wheel Caps With Colored Porsche Crest
CFM Color-Keyed Floor Mats

Brilliant spec.

If I am feeling flush enough to purchase another Porsche, guards red with sand beige leather is the way I'd go. I'd like seal grey with sand beige, but wtsnet would accuse me of copy-cat

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Apr 7, 2006 8:45:49 PM

AJVIP: Expert; Loc:; Posts: 1862, Gallery; Registered on: May 30, 2005; Reply to: M3Armand

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

We had similar spec...mine was also built to order and I got a great discount. Go for it.

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Apr 7, 2006 10:16:02 PM

05Boxster: Newbie; Loc: Boston; Posts: 35, Gallery; Registered on: Mar 25, 2006; Reply to: AJVIP

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

If I could make a suggestion, I would recommending skipping at least the auto climate control. I have it and rarely use the "auto" feature. Keep your five hundo. I also live in MA, so PM me if you want a contact at another dealer to compare with....

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Apr 7, 2006 11:07:30 PM

M3Armand: Junior; Loc: Boston, MA; Posts: 69, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 2, 2006; Reply to: 05Boxster

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Hi guys...it's official...I'm a waiter!!! And thanks for all of the advice and opinions!! I look forward to making contributions myself!!!

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Apr 7, 2006 11:33:52 PM

The Groom: Expert; Loc: EU; Posts: 1779, Gallery; Registered on: Jan 23, 2005; Reply to: M3Armand

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

Congratulations!

I suggest you step away from this board until the car arrives, though. If you listen to us, you'll end up throwing in countless options until the dealer has to turn you down for your own sanity.

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Apr 8, 2006 11:37:58 AM

dreamcar: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Hampshire , United Kingdom; Posts: 8797, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 19, 2004; Reply to: 05Boxster

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

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05Boxster said:
If I could make a suggestion, I would recommending skipping at least the auto climate control. I have it and rarely use the "auto" feature.

I agree. Waste of money.

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Apr 9, 2006 4:55:30 PM

wtsnet: Rennteam Pro; Loc: Bath, UK; Posts: 2430, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 19, 2004; Reply to: dreamcar

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dreamcar said:I'd like seal grey with sand beige, but wtsnet would accuse me of copy-cat

Wouldn't dream of it dear chap. Don't worry, we'd still be able to tell them apart - I've scratched my mark on mine with a 5p coin.

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Apr 9, 2006 5:04:28 PM

wtsnet: Rennteam Pro; Loc: Bath, UK; Posts: 2430, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 19, 2004; Reply to: The Groom

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

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The Groom said:
Congratulations!

I suggest you step away from this board until the car arrives, though. If you listen to us, you'll end up throwing in countless options until the dealer has to turn you down for your own sanity.

I would second the congratulations on spec, and wish you well for the wait. Better start exercising your face muscles in advance - you'll be grinning lots on delivery day.

(Oh, and... rear centre console in leather!!

)

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Apr 11, 2006 7:10:44 PM

Porsche-Jeck: Rennteam Master; Loc: Rheinland , Germany; Posts: 4856, Gallery; Registered on: Jun 27, 2005; Reply to: M3Armand

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

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M3Armand said:
Hi guys...it's official...I'm a waiter!!!

Congrats ! BTW: I saw a Guardsred Boxster with Sand interior and Cocoa top at a dealer nearby - looks really awesome in the flesh

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Apr 12, 2006 1:44:14 AM

M3Armand: Junior; Loc: Boston, MA; Posts: 69, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 2, 2006; Reply to: Porsche-Jeck

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

Uuuggghh!! The wait's been killing me already... and it's only been a few days... Take a look at the outgoing car, though...

http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/armand_aqu...quino/my_photos

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Apr 12, 2006 2:21:24 AM

AJVIP: Expert; Loc:; Posts: 1862, Gallery; Registered on: May 30, 2005; Reply to: M3Armand

Re: 2006 Boxster S - Ok deal?

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M3Armand said:
Uuuggghh!! The wait's been killing me already... and it's only been a few days... Take a look at the outgoing car, though...

http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/armand_aqu...quino/my_photos

You're not gonna miss it one bit

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