Fit FREAK.net

Go Back   Unofficial Honda FIT Forums > The Honda Fit and Jazz Forums > General Fit Talk

General Fit Talk General Discussion on the Honda Fit/Jazz.

Welcome to Fit Freak!
Welcome to Fit Freak,

You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, at no cost, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, so please join our community today!


Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #41 (permalink)  
Old 04-06-2006, 03:47 AM
New Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Raleigh, NC
Posts: 2
Rep Power: 0
sascholl is on a distinguished road
I gave a $500 deposit to my dealer last month to be placed first in line to test drive the car once it gets to the lot. Yesterday several salesmen from the dealership went to Greensboro to learn about and "play" with the car. They were, also, given competitor cars to test drive for comparison.
My dealer said it was really fun to drive and the interior was extremely versatile. He said it was a good solid ride.
Reply With Quote
  #42 (permalink)  
Old 04-06-2006, 05:41 PM
New Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Forest, VA
Posts: 12
Rep Power: 0
willee51 is on a distinguished road
Unhappy Deposit??????

Have e-mailed two (2) dealers, one here at home, & the next closest (50-mi) away. A weeks has passed with NO response
Reply With Quote
  #43 (permalink)  
Old 04-06-2006, 05:51 PM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Philadelphia
Posts: 164
Rep Power: 4
plus_c is on a distinguished road
willee, you need to call these dealers on the phone. E-mail slips though the cracks far too easily. Or better yet, go to the dealer. Trust me, once you can get their attention they'll be more than happy to take a deposit.
Reply With Quote
  #44 (permalink)  
Old 04-07-2006, 08:18 PM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: USA
Posts: 69
Rep Power: 4
VTECRoadWarrior is on a distinguished road
True, willee51. Some of these dealerships don't check their e-mails, as crazy as that sounds.
Reply With Quote
  #45 (permalink)  
Old 04-07-2006, 09:42 PM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Mexico, MO
Posts: 65
Rep Power: 4
gpmo is on a distinguished road
After reading Confessions of a Car Salesman, maybe it's on purpose. If they see internet sales disrupting their chance at "ups", maybe they figure that if you are serious, you will call or drop in. This may be a red flag to consider when selecting a dealer.
Reply With Quote
  #46 (permalink)  
Old 04-07-2006, 11:04 PM
big Fit's Avatar
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: U.S.A. PACIFIC NORTHWEST
Posts: 502
Rep Power: 233175
big Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to livebig Fit relies on Rep Points to live
good idea going bad

I have been told that this new car the Fit is to be an entry level car for college folks and first time buyers. It is a good Idea however They are not doing a good job. A civic dx meets the discription in that catagory much better
Reply With Quote
  #47 (permalink)  
Old 04-08-2006, 02:37 AM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Philadelphia
Posts: 164
Rep Power: 4
plus_c is on a distinguished road
Are you kidding me? The Civic has NO features for the price. Power nothing, no a/c...in contrast, for about the same price, the Fit has all the features I want, has much more versatile interior space, and handles better.

As a first time buyer, the Fit is exactly what I want - efficient, affordable, versatile, equipped with the features I want, and Honda reliability. I've already put down a deposit.
Reply With Quote
  #48 (permalink)  
Old 04-08-2006, 03:40 AM
phillyb's Avatar
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: northridge, simi valley, ca
Posts: 89
Rep Power: 4
phillyb is on a distinguished road
the civic dx has power windows and mirrors. are you kidding me?
Reply With Quote
  #49 (permalink)  
Old 04-08-2006, 03:47 AM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Philadelphia
Posts: 164
Rep Power: 4
plus_c is on a distinguished road
I don't remember it having PW/PL...probably because I was stunned at the total lack of features. No radio and no a/c, which is essential for the South. overall, at the price point I'd much rather have the Fit.
Reply With Quote
  #50 (permalink)  
Old 04-08-2006, 04:11 AM
phillyb's Avatar
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: northridge, simi valley, ca
Posts: 89
Rep Power: 4
phillyb is on a distinguished road
yeah sure. i can totally understand that. the fit is an awesome deal. i hate the civic dx. hate it. i was under the impression that my dealership wouldn't get any because it just doesn't make sense in socal to get a car without a/c. but then we got one, then we got two. we actually sold one. i have no idea how, but we sold one. and then we got two more.

hahahaha, get this...we added a/c to one and a radio and it's more than an lx
Reply With Quote
  #51 (permalink)  
Old 04-10-2006, 11:10 PM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Philadelphia
Posts: 164
Rep Power: 4
plus_c is on a distinguished road
Just an update....

I put down a $200 deposit on a Fit Sport Manual in Blaze Orange on Friday. I'm working with Vann York Honda of High Point, NC. Final price is $16,509.60, after 3% sales tax and doc fee. No dealing unfortunately, but at least I'm not over MSRP.
Reply With Quote
  #52 (permalink)  
Old 04-10-2006, 11:39 PM
New Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Posts: 5
Rep Power: 0
fishstick is on a distinguished road
Take note. Mudflaps do not fit the Fit Sport and are not needed...due to skirting.
__________________
Fishstick
Reply With Quote
  #53 (permalink)  
Old 04-10-2006, 11:41 PM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Philadelphia
Posts: 164
Rep Power: 4
plus_c is on a distinguished road
heh, I knew negotiating those off was a good idea. Thanks for the info.
Reply With Quote
  #54 (permalink)  
Old 04-11-2006, 01:47 AM
New Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Raleigh, NC
Posts: 2
Rep Power: 0
sascholl is on a distinguished road
I'm so happy for you Plus-C. I'm sharing in your joy!!! Did you get to test drive it? That Orange is really looking appealing to me. Does anyone know what the other colors will be?
Reply With Quote
  #55 (permalink)  
Old 04-11-2006, 07:48 AM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: USA
Posts: 58
Rep Power: 4
fit_ness is on a distinguished road
Quote:
Originally Posted by plus_c
Final price is $16,509.60, after 3% sales tax and doc fee. No dealing unfortunately, but at least I'm not over MSRP.
$16,509 is lower than MSRP + "$550 Shipping and Handling" = ~$16,720
Reply With Quote
  #56 (permalink)  
Old 04-11-2006, 11:21 AM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Philadelphia
Posts: 164
Rep Power: 4
plus_c is on a distinguished road
sascholl - Didn't get to test drive it, but I'm happy too. Going to be taking delivery in mid-May. Don't let the Triangle dealers take you for a ride, you shouldn't pay more than what I'm paying for mine.

fit_ness - MSRP + destination is $15,720, not 16,720.
Reply With Quote
  #57 (permalink)  
Old 04-11-2006, 11:50 AM
dougiepants's Avatar
Avid FitFreak Poster
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Middletown/Front Royal, Virginia, USA
Posts: 1,768
Rep Power: 5
dougiepants is on a distinguished road
Send a message via AIM to dougiepants Send a message via MSN to dougiepants Send a message via Yahoo to dougiepants
I purchased the Fit Sport in Manual $16,993.49 out the door... That was with tax, title, and everything else. This is in Bloomington, Illinois
__________________
Advan - RG - "White" *Brand New* 15x6.5 +35, SA3R - "Blue Lip" *Used* 15x6.5 +42
Goodyear GS D3 - 195/50/15 x 2
J's Racing - 50RR Titanium Exhaust "Blue",
Front Strut Bar, Front Strut Bar, Rear Strut Bar, Lower Bar, C-Pillar Bar
T1R - B-Max Coilovers
Spoon Sports - Duracon Shiftknob,
Tank Covers, Short Antenna, Lug Nuts "Blue"


More to come...

ODORLESS IMPORTS PHOTOGRAPHER

Reply With Quote
  #58 (permalink)  
Old 04-11-2006, 11:52 AM
Member
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Philadelphia
Posts: 164
Rep Power: 4
plus_c is on a distinguished road
If you don't mind me asking, how much are tax and title, etc. in Illinois where you are? Here in NC, tax is 3%, or about $471 for this car, and title is $50.
Reply With Quote
  #59 (permalink)  
Old 04-11-2006, 12:21 PM
Frequent FitFreak Poster
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Palm Bay, FL
Posts: 605
Rep Power: 4
FondaFit is on a distinguished road
Quote:
Originally Posted by VTECRoadWarrior
True, willee51. Some of these dealerships don't check their e-mails, as crazy as that sounds.
I agree on the e-mail issue. I test drove a Vibe awhile back and told the salesman I'd check their inventory on line. He complained that even though they set up a website, they're bad about maintaining it or checking e-mails.
Reply With Quote
  #60 (permalink)  
Old 04-11-2006, 11:29 PM
dougiepants's Avatar
Avid FitFreak Poster
iTrader: (0)
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Middletown/Front Royal, Virginia, USA
Posts: 1,768
Rep Power: 5
dougiepants is on a distinguished road
Send a message via AIM to dougiepants Send a message via MSN to dougiepants Send a message via Yahoo to dougiepants
Taxes totaled $1,065.49
__________________
Advan - RG - "White" *Brand New* 15x6.5 +35, SA3R - "Blue Lip" *Used* 15x6.5 +42
Goodyear GS D3 - 195/50/15 x 2
J's Racing - 50RR Titanium Exhaust "Blue",
Front Strut Bar, Front Strut Bar, Rear Strut Bar, Lower Bar, C-Pillar Bar
T1R - B-Max Coilovers
Spoon Sports - Duracon Shiftknob,
Tank Covers, Short Antenna, Lug Nuts "Blue"


More to come...

ODORLESS IMPORTS PHOTOGRAPHER

Reply With Quote
Reply

Tags
consumer, edmunds, reports, tmv, vs

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

 
Go


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 04:13 AM.

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.7.3
Copyright ©2000 - 2009, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.2.0