New chic on the block

Misstings · 19th September 2006, 20:22

Hi everyone - been lurking in the background for months and took the plunge to join in - what a great site!!

After reading all the various posts I've decided that I have to have the 1.8 sports. Agreed a price with the local dealer on Sunday with a part-ex, only for him to go back on his word. He stated that I would have to wait 5 months for Nighthawk Black, but tried to pursuade me to buy a different model and colour. So I told him to forget it.

I've decided to go elsewhere - but not sure whether to place now or just before Xmas, as I've been told I may get a better deal around this time. Can anyone advice please.

Pottsy · 19th September 2006, 20:37

Misstings - welcome!

I think the biggest variable will be the price offered on your part ex. So I'd go round a few dealers and just ask for the "price to swap". See what they say, and make sure they know that you're ready to buy and that you're shopping around. Focuses the mind...

I doubt waiting will cause the price to swap to drop. If anything, your part ex will just go down in value - so buy now!

Finally, have you driven both the petrol and a diesel?

daz · 19th September 2006, 21:55

I ordered mine back at the beginning of the month,

The dealer/fleet agent told me that a price increase is on the way.

not sure if it is just a fleet dealer or a sales dealer too

hope this is of some help

WoolyCiv · 19th September 2006, 22:58

Welcome Misstings, I wouldn't think waiting till xmas before ordering a civic would save you money as they appear to be too popular and your part ex will be worth less at xmas.

Misstings · 21st September 2006, 00:00

Thanks for the advice guys - will resume my shopping expedition this weekend.

elfa7 · 21st September 2006, 12:53

You usually get a better deal if you wait until the last couple of days at

month end. Thats when they want to meet, or break, sales targets.

Misstings · 21st September 2006, 16:09

Oooh guess what fellas....I've gone and done it.

Placed my order today for 1.8 Sports Nighthawk Black - fog lights, spoiler, mats, 2 yrs service, a colour guard thing (forgot the technical term), with part-ex 51 reg 1.4 Peugeot 307 for 11.6K.

I'm on a tight budget so couldn't stretch for any more extras - but considering my current car is a basic model, (although 1st owner) doesn't event have AC, I felt happy with the deal.

Dealer will also sort out my cherished transfer and a bunch of flowers.

Did I do good?

Maldax · 21st September 2006, 16:25

I Didn't get a bunch of flowers!! Time to start another poll?!

It sounds like a good deal to me... But with a Civic at the end any deal sounds good to me!

Hope you enjoy

elfa7 · 21st September 2006, 16:28

If your happy with the deal, thats all that matters. You'll always get

someone say you could have got this or that.

Allan40Alt always advises people to get the door garnish. It looks good with NHB. I agree with him. Phone your Dealer now , ask for door garnish, and forget the flowers.

Maldax · 21st September 2006, 19:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by elfa7

Allan40Alt always advises people to get the door garnish. It looks good with NHB. I agree with him. Phone your Dealer now , ask for door garnish, and forget the flowers.

I must admit the door garnish is tops! Everyone who has looks at the car has commented on it!

Telboy · 21st September 2006, 20:46

Well done Misstings, now the hard bit waiting for delivary

daz · 21st September 2006, 20:50

yeah, the hardest bit is waiting.

I have been waiting 3 weeks already and i want my car now. Still got three weeks to wait.

oh well a new car is worth the wait, the wait for a new honda is even better with all that i need

hope you enjoy you purchase

Daz

Misstings · 21st September 2006, 22:31

Here's the best bit - my lovely civic is IN STOCK!!!!

basegreen · 21st September 2006, 22:37

Cripes. That was quick. When'd you get it?

Misstings · 21st September 2006, 22:54

He he he....when we girlies shop - there's no messing about!

I had the offer from last Saturday from Lookers Honda in Warrington. But couldn't do anything until my other half spoke to the dealer himself (he thought I had been on majic mushrooms) - "a NHB civic in stock, you've got it wrong" he said.

Anyway they are sorting out the registration and transfer of my plates etc. I guess the wait is as soon as I arrive in the show room with my dosh.

WoolyCiv · 22nd September 2006, 00:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by Misstings

He he he....when we girlies shop - there's no messing about!

I had the offer from last Saturday from Lookers Honda in Warrington. But couldn't do anything until my other half spoke to the dealer himself (he thought I had been on majic mushrooms) - "a NHB civic in stock, you've got it wrong" he said.

Anyway they are sorting out the registration and transfer of my plates etc. I guess the wait is as soon as I arrive in the show room with my dosh.

And another one joining the 'Dark Side'. Bet you are around at the showroom before weekend

Maldax · 22nd September 2006, 10:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Misstings

He he he....when we girlies shop - there's no messing about!

I had the offer from last Saturday from Lookers Honda in Warrington. But couldn't do anything until my other half spoke to the dealer himself (he thought I had been on majic mushrooms) - "a NHB civic in stock, you've got it wrong" he said.

Anyway they are sorting out the registration and transfer of my plates etc. I guess the wait is as soon as I arrive in the show room with my dosh.

Mine came from Lookers in Nottingham (They seemed to do a very professional job of options etc, but you might want to ask them not to stick 'Lookers' on the paintwork!! Still not worked out how to get it off!

basegreen · 22nd September 2006, 10:52

Simple. Take it to the dealer, and tell them to remove it immediately.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maldax

Mine came from Lookers in Nottingham (They seemed to do a very professional job of options etc, but you might want to ask them not to stick 'Lookers' on the paintwork!! Still not worked out how to get it off!

Maldax · 23rd September 2006, 07:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by basegreen

Simple. Take it to the dealer, and tell them to remove it immediately.

If they were not 140 miles away I would!

I think a bit of White Spirit may do the job

karlak · 23rd September 2006, 08:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maldax

If they were not 140 miles away I would!

I think a bit of White Spirit may do the job

Gently warm them first with a hair dryer.

19th September 2006, 20:22	#1 (permalink)
Misstings Valve Cap Join Date: 19th September 2006 Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	New chic on the block Hi everyone - been lurking in the background for months and took the plunge to join in - what a great site!! After reading all the various posts I've decided that I have to have the 1.8 sports. Agreed a price with the local dealer on Sunday with a part-ex, only for him to go back on his word. He stated that I would have to wait 5 months for Nighthawk Black, but tried to pursuade me to buy a different model and colour. So I told him to forget it. I've decided to go elsewhere - but not sure whether to place now or just before Xmas, as I've been told I may get a better deal around this time. Can anyone advice please.

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Pottsy Administrator Civinfo master Join Date: 10th April 2006 Location: Leics Posts: 5,441 Thanks: 22 Thanked 158 Times in 95 Posts iTrader: (0)	Misstings - welcome! I think the biggest variable will be the price offered on your part ex. So I'd go round a few dealers and just ask for the "price to swap". See what they say, and make sure they know that you're ready to buy and that you're shopping around. Focuses the mind... I doubt waiting will cause the price to swap to drop. If anything, your part ex will just go down in value - so buy now! Finally, have you driven both the petrol and a diesel?

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daz Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 17th September 2006 Location: Cheltenham Posts: 19 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I ordered mine back at the beginning of the month, The dealer/fleet agent told me that a price increase is on the way. not sure if it is just a fleet dealer or a sales dealer too hope this is of some help

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WoolyCiv 12th June 2006 1.8EX Rocketship door handle Join Date: 28th May 2006 Location: Lancashire Posts: 1,118 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Welcome Misstings, I wouldn't think waiting till xmas before ordering a civic would save you money as they appear to be too popular and your part ex will be worth less at xmas.

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Misstings Valve Cap Join Date: 19th September 2006 Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the advice guys - will resume my shopping expedition this weekend.

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elfa7 Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 8th May 2006 Location: Cheshire Posts: 1,703 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	You usually get a better deal if you wait until the last couple of days at month end. Thats when they want to meet, or break, sales targets.

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Misstings Valve Cap Join Date: 19th September 2006 Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Oooh guess what fellas....I've gone and done it. Placed my order today for 1.8 Sports Nighthawk Black - fog lights, spoiler, mats, 2 yrs service, a colour guard thing (forgot the technical term), with part-ex 51 reg 1.4 Peugeot 307 for 11.6K. I'm on a tight budget so couldn't stretch for any more extras - but considering my current car is a basic model, (although 1st owner) doesn't event have AC, I felt happy with the deal. Dealer will also sort out my cherished transfer and a bunch of flowers. Did I do good?

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Maldax Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 12th June 2006 Location: Reading, Berks Posts: 1,050 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I Didn't get a bunch of flowers!! Time to start another poll?! It sounds like a good deal to me... But with a Civic at the end any deal sounds good to me! Hope you enjoy

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elfa7 Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 8th May 2006 Location: Cheshire Posts: 1,703 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	If your happy with the deal, thats all that matters. You'll always get someone say you could have got this or that. Allan40Alt always advises people to get the door garnish. It looks good with NHB. I agree with him. Phone your Dealer now , ask for door garnish, and forget the flowers.

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Telboy Supporter Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 29th August 2006 Location: Luton Posts: 113 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Well done Misstings, now the hard bit waiting for delivary

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daz Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 17th September 2006 Location: Cheltenham Posts: 19 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	yeah, the hardest bit is waiting. I have been waiting 3 weeks already and i want my car now. Still got three weeks to wait. oh well a new car is worth the wait, the wait for a new honda is even better with all that i need hope you enjoy you purchase Daz

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Misstings Valve Cap Join Date: 19th September 2006 Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Here's the best bit - my lovely civic is IN STOCK!!!!

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Misstings Valve Cap Join Date: 19th September 2006 Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	He he he....when we girlies shop - there's no messing about! I had the offer from last Saturday from Lookers Honda in Warrington. But couldn't do anything until my other half spoke to the dealer himself (he thought I had been on majic mushrooms) - "a NHB civic in stock, you've got it wrong" he said. Anyway they are sorting out the registration and transfer of my plates etc. I guess the wait is as soon as I arrive in the show room with my dosh.