Lack of Honda Fit Inventory
#21
09-06-2018, 07:02 AM
Yeah, there are getting to be fewer and fewer available. What's getting really rare are manuals since they don't make a whole lot to begin with.
Maybe worth sitting back and seeing what unfolds if you can wait a bit. They are still made in Japan. Maybe we'll get some imported to fill the gap.
Maybe worth sitting back and seeing what unfolds if you can wait a bit. They are still made in Japan. Maybe we'll get some imported to fill the gap.
#22
09-06-2018, 07:18 AM
the only fit model i want to talk about is the 6speed LX. lol. 
I yeild.
it does feel like it with no magic seat....
"Curses!" *runs off screaming "lalalalala" with fingers in ears*
"Curses!" *runs off screaming "lalalalala" with fingers in ears*
Last edited by knope; 09-06-2018 at 07:19 AM. Reason: More 'ing'
#23
09-06-2018, 10:55 AM
Now that was funny!
You know...at the end of the day, we all just like what we like. I personally love Fit's. Heck, we kept ours despite not having a use for it just because we love the darn thing.
That being said, I always feel the need to point out the Civic Hatchback to anyone shopping a Fit because the numbers don't lie and it's something new offered by the same company we all like. I'm thrilled to see the Civic Hatchback return to the US and I think the Sport Hatchback with 6-speed manual is probably the smartest buy right now for anyone that likes quirky hatchbacks and aren't looking to spend Golf R or Type R money.
Still love Fit's though!
You know...at the end of the day, we all just like what we like. I personally love Fit's. Heck, we kept ours despite not having a use for it just because we love the darn thing.
That being said, I always feel the need to point out the Civic Hatchback to anyone shopping a Fit because the numbers don't lie and it's something new offered by the same company we all like. I'm thrilled to see the Civic Hatchback return to the US and I think the Sport Hatchback with 6-speed manual is probably the smartest buy right now for anyone that likes quirky hatchbacks and aren't looking to spend Golf R or Type R money.
Still love Fit's though!
#24
09-06-2018, 02:34 PM
Maybe it's just local to me?
Or just my imagination.
But a frustrating thing about being a Honda Fit owner, is I've never felt Honda supports or promotes The Fit with much enthusiasm. I routinely drive past a local Honda Dealership, and if you looked at their parking lot, and the vehicles they bring up front to be seen and promote, you wouldn't even know they sell a small hatch-back.
I realize it's Honda's "entry level" offering, but it's a good one.
With Ford evidently looking to reduce or discontinue most sedan and hatch-back sales in North America, I actually worry about the long term health of the Fit model line. As the entry level offering the profit margin just can't be that big on a Honda Fit compared to other models. Could Honda decide to simply stop offering it?
In Europe and Asia, there are environments where subcompacts are almost a necessity, due to congestion and street size. I would imagine they will never totally disappear. BUT...Honda certainly doesn't promote the Fit in North America. I've watched Honda commercials that don't even mention it as part of the line.
I've met a lot of people, who do a double take, when I tell them I drive a Honda Fit. They don't even know what it is.
I think among people specifically interested in hatch-backs, the Honda Fit has a great reputation. But if it is not something you are specifically looking for? Honda doesn't do much in terms of advertising or support to perhaps convince someone to take a look.
Or just my imagination.
But a frustrating thing about being a Honda Fit owner, is I've never felt Honda supports or promotes The Fit with much enthusiasm. I routinely drive past a local Honda Dealership, and if you looked at their parking lot, and the vehicles they bring up front to be seen and promote, you wouldn't even know they sell a small hatch-back.
I realize it's Honda's "entry level" offering, but it's a good one.
With Ford evidently looking to reduce or discontinue most sedan and hatch-back sales in North America, I actually worry about the long term health of the Fit model line. As the entry level offering the profit margin just can't be that big on a Honda Fit compared to other models. Could Honda decide to simply stop offering it?
In Europe and Asia, there are environments where subcompacts are almost a necessity, due to congestion and street size. I would imagine they will never totally disappear. BUT...Honda certainly doesn't promote the Fit in North America. I've watched Honda commercials that don't even mention it as part of the line.
I've met a lot of people, who do a double take, when I tell them I drive a Honda Fit. They don't even know what it is.
I think among people specifically interested in hatch-backs, the Honda Fit has a great reputation. But if it is not something you are specifically looking for? Honda doesn't do much in terms of advertising or support to perhaps convince someone to take a look.
Last edited by jackle0001; 09-06-2018 at 02:35 PM. Reason: grammer
#27
09-06-2018, 10:18 PM
bought my fit last friday, here in so cal theres not a plethora of them but i didnt have to go far to find a manual trans LX in a color id accept (is there another choice other than white??).
i had to go 10 miles from home, 20 from work, as the 2 dealers between work and home did not have a manual trans. the dealer i went to, had 14 fits, one MT.
other dealer 30 miles away, had 4 manuals.
it only took me about 20 minutes to find what i was lookin for.
i had to go 10 miles from home, 20 from work, as the 2 dealers between work and home did not have a manual trans. the dealer i went to, had 14 fits, one MT.
other dealer 30 miles away, had 4 manuals.
it only took me about 20 minutes to find what i was lookin for.
#29
09-06-2018, 10:37 PM
i have noticed there are just WAY TOO MANY car dealerships. every city has a car row, and theres literally a dealership for almost every manufacturer (exotics excluded) about every 10 miles, maybe less.
#30
09-07-2018, 09:13 AM
#31
09-07-2018, 03:00 PM
Some are comparing two cars with very different costs, nearly $4000 more for average price paid for the Civic hatchback. On the average, that's 22.6 percent more. I bought my Fit LX CVT because it was functional and relatively inexpensive to purchase. My Fit is a keeper. The Civic never came into consideration because of the additional cost.
2019 Honda Fit EX FWD MSRP $18,160 Invoice $17,673 Average Price Paid $17,748
2018 Honda Civic Hatchback EX FWD MSRP $23,250 Invoice $21,600 Average Price Paid $21,478
2019 Honda Fit EX FWD MSRP $18,160 Invoice $17,673 Average Price Paid $17,748
2018 Honda Civic Hatchback EX FWD MSRP $23,250 Invoice $21,600 Average Price Paid $21,478
Last edited by wasserball; 09-07-2018 at 03:03 PM.
#32
09-07-2018, 03:43 PM
Some are comparing two cars with very different costs, nearly $4000 more for average price paid for the Civic hatchback. On the average, that's 22.6 percent more. I bought my Fit LX CVT because it was functional and relatively inexpensive to purchase. My Fit is a keeper. The Civic never came into consideration because of the additional cost.
2019 Honda Fit EX FWD MSRP $18,160 Invoice $17,673 Average Price Paid $17,748
2018 Honda Civic Hatchback EX FWD MSRP $23,250 Invoice $21,600 Average Price Paid $21,478
2019 Honda Fit EX FWD MSRP $18,160 Invoice $17,673 Average Price Paid $17,748
2018 Honda Civic Hatchback EX FWD MSRP $23,250 Invoice $21,600 Average Price Paid $21,478
#34
09-07-2018, 08:34 PM
I just spoke to my local Honda dealer this morning and they do not expect any new Fit inventory until February.
It's going to be slim pickings for whoever really wants one... time to sell my 2016 with 15K miles and full warranty until 2021?
Nah... unless... the price is right?
It's going to be slim pickings for whoever really wants one... time to sell my 2016 with 15K miles and full warranty until 2021?
Nah... unless... the price is right?
#35
09-08-2018, 11:00 PM
I just spoke to my local Honda dealer this morning and they do not expect any new Fit inventory until February.
It's going to be slim pickings for whoever really wants one... time to sell my 2016 with 15K miles and full warranty until 2021?
Nah... unless... the price is right?
It's going to be slim pickings for whoever really wants one... time to sell my 2016 with 15K miles and full warranty until 2021?
Nah... unless... the price is right?
#36
12-13-2018, 02:35 PM
The lease runs out on my 2015 Ex in Feb and my dealer has been trying to get me to go for a Civic since there are no more Fits but I'm not biting. I just called the leasing co. and I can extend it month by month to buy some more time until they do come back.
#37
12-13-2018, 02:42 PM
They are back in production and rolling out. You should be in plenty good shape to pick what you want by Feb.
#38
12-13-2018, 04:51 PM
I would also check Honda's website for deals on the Fit. Up here in Canada Honda is offering a 2% APR reduction to anyone who orders a Fit by the end of 2018. I'd do it in a second as my Fit was written off but I need a car soon.
#39
12-14-2018, 07:40 PM
looks like honda sold about 670 units last month. as expected, they never did import j-land GK's to cover mexico's line down due to flooding. and inventory is scarce but still available. people really lost interest in these hatches.. only the Kia Soul sells well at about 8000+ units.
#40
12-15-2018, 08:23 AM
Well, it’s hard to sell what you don’t have and obviously Honda doesn’t care as long as they figure they can up sell, up sell, up sell.