Freebies Your Deals?? on the CTR

karobonas · 7th July 2008, 15:46

Hi Guys,

Didn't manage to get down to the Honda garage today for my test drive as I thought. I will have to wait till the weekend now which is another 5 days away. I hate this waiting game.

Anyways, for better preperation I just wanted to find out what deals you guys struck on your Civic Type R? i.e. what extras you got thrown in? I know every dealer offers different things when asked, I am just intrigued on how much they can give away!?

Your comments are much appreciated!

KB

mrh339 · 7th July 2008, 15:59

What deal do you want? Write down what you want and work out what you are prepared to pay for it and let the dealer wriggle and squirm until your price is met. Be realistic with a touch of optimism and hold firm until your deal is done and if the wont then walk away because there are lots of dealers out there eager for your money in the current financial climate.A 10 or 12% reduction should be achieved and remember that add ons and extras make lots of profit for the dealer.

NoNumpty · 7th July 2008, 16:06

You may get a better deal if you wait until August as the dealers will want to get rid of any pre-registered 08 plates before the 58 plates come out

checkout Honda Civic Hatchback 2.0 i-VTEC Type R 3dr Car Review Summary - What Car? and aim at this target price before starting to think about deals

karobonas · 7th July 2008, 16:10

Cheers mrh339. I am after the CTR GT on finance with Rage wheels (1250), iPod adapter (225), Posh Mats (90), Reverse Parking Sensors (400), City Pack (500), Knighthawk Black or Alabastic Silver (380). Thats a total of 2465 worth of extras. I was hoping that at least 2 of those are thrown in for free!? What you thinking?

I probably will wait till August as there is a new dealer opening up the road from me.

angie4m · 7th July 2008, 16:13

I got my Type R GT for £18600 when it was £18627 at the time but for that I got Rage Alloys, iPod Connector, Mats & Diamondbright (I didn't ask for the Diamondbright and didn't notice till 2 days later) I actually didn't really ask for anything, I was offered that as a deal when I said, hmmm those alloys look good, that or the iPod connector.

NoNumpty · 7th July 2008, 16:15

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Originally Posted by karobonas

Cheers mrh339. I am after the CTR GT on finance with Rage wheels (1250), iPod adapter (225), Posh Mats (90), Reverse Parking Sensors (400), City Pack (500), Knighthawk Black or Alabastic Silver (380). Thats a total of 2465 worth of extras. I was hoping that at least 2 of those are thrown in for free!? What you thinking?

I reckon you could push for Reverse Parking Sensors and Mats as these are dealer fitted options - unsure about the city pack, and ipod adapter but the paint is a HUK option.

Of course you'll be looking for full tank of fuel and 12 months road tax as part of the deal.

karobonas · 7th July 2008, 16:20

cheers peeps, this is helpful.. first time I have acutally purchase from a dealer so I don't really know how to approach them for deals etc...

angie4m · 7th July 2008, 16:23

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Originally Posted by karobonas

cheers peeps, this is helpful.. first time I have acutally purchase from a dealer so I don't really know how to approach them for deals etc...

I found a nice low cut V neck top worked for me in sealing the deal but not sure if that would work for you

karobonas · 7th July 2008, 16:31

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Originally Posted by angie4m

I found a nice low cut V neck top worked for me in sealing the deal but not sure if that would work for you

Your proabably right, but I will be taking my girlfriend along could make her do something similar? Although it will be a bit obvious if its raining outside...

It actually works though. My girlfriend just purchased a new fiat 500 and got pretty much everything she wanted.

Dimplyred · 7th July 2008, 18:01

I'm sure you have read about the Ipod adapter and it's limited functions, so I'd think very hard before you part with £225 for it. If you really want it then that is the sort of extra you should be pushing to get thrown in for free.

karobonas · 7th July 2008, 18:04

When you say limited functions, do you mean the fact that it doesn't work with certain models or that you can't see the track names etc?

Dimplyred · 7th July 2008, 18:13

Have a read of this in the wiki: Honda supplied iPod link - Civinfo Wiki

Also do a search for Honda Ipod there is plenty to read about it.

What I did is I took my ipod to my dealers, when I was thinking of getting it fitted, and tried the one in their demonstrator, but didn't think it was worth the price so didn't bother. See if your dealer would let you do the same.

Skyman · 7th July 2008, 18:14

IMHO, go for the money off...and only then ask for deals on the extras.

Dimplyred · 7th July 2008, 18:16

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Originally Posted by Skyman

IMHO, go for the money off...and only then ask for deals on the extras.

I would think that in the current climate, asking for money off and freebies is not totally out of the question, within reason.

Skyman · 7th July 2008, 18:19

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Originally Posted by Dimplyred

I would think that in the current climate, asking for money off and freebies is not totally out of the question, within reason.

My thoughts exactly!

nellz_bassettshonda · 7th July 2008, 19:00

[.A 10 or 12% reduction should be achieved and remember that add ons and extras make lots of profit for the dealer.

[/quote]

Thats insane , which Honda garage gave you this ??

spiersy1971 · 7th July 2008, 19:20

Last May, I got £400 off without really trying, free mats, and a decent discount on some dealer fit extras. They weren't really handing out discounts as there was a 3 month waiting list at the time.

NH Dan · 7th July 2008, 19:32

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Originally Posted by nellz_bassettshonda

[.A 10 or 12% reduction should be achieved and remember that add ons and extras make lots of profit for the dealer.

Thats insane , which Honda garage gave you this ??[/quote]

Was just thinking exactly the same!!! Let us know and we'll get our cars from them instead of from HUK lol

Mr JP · 7th July 2008, 20:33

We all know no more than £180 can be had off a new type-r

Seriously though the 10% off can be achieved, it's about what I got over a year ago.

karobonas · 7th July 2008, 21:10

So basically, I am going to ask for discount on the actual car then some free extra's..... also there is a new dealer opening up near me.. brand new honda. Do you think they will be giving exclusive offers or will be more partial to discount as they would like to get there first sales in??

p.s. I won't be bothering with the iPod adapter if they CD changer that comes with plays mp3 format?? anyone know? can't see it in the Wiki?

edit: Scratch that found that it can! iPod is a no need

7th July 2008, 15:46	#1 (permalink)
karobonas Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 30th June 2008 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 169 Thanks: 5 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	Your Deals?? on the CTR Hi Guys, Didn't manage to get down to the Honda garage today for my test drive as I thought. I will have to wait till the weekend now which is another 5 days away. I hate this waiting game. Anyways, for better preperation I just wanted to find out what deals you guys struck on your Civic Type R? i.e. what extras you got thrown in? I know every dealer offers different things when asked, I am just intrigued on how much they can give away!? Your comments are much appreciated! KB

7th July 2008, 15:59	#2 (permalink)
mrh339 Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 27th September 2007 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 477 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts iTrader: (0)	What deal do you want? Write down what you want and work out what you are prepared to pay for it and let the dealer wriggle and squirm until your price is met. Be realistic with a touch of optimism and hold firm until your deal is done and if the wont then walk away because there are lots of dealers out there eager for your money in the current financial climate.A 10 or 12% reduction should be achieved and remember that add ons and extras make lots of profit for the dealer. Last edited by mrh339; 7th July 2008 at 16:04.

7th July 2008, 16:10	#4 (permalink)
karobonas Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 30th June 2008 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 169 Thanks: 5 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	Cheers mrh339. I am after the CTR GT on finance with Rage wheels (1250), iPod adapter (225), Posh Mats (90), Reverse Parking Sensors (400), City Pack (500), Knighthawk Black or Alabastic Silver (380). Thats a total of 2465 worth of extras. I was hoping that at least 2 of those are thrown in for free!? What you thinking? I probably will wait till August as there is a new dealer opening up the road from me. Last edited by karobonas; 7th July 2008 at 16:14.

7th July 2008, 19:00	#16 (permalink)
nellz_bassettshonda Bassetts Honda Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 25th February 2007 Location: Bridgend , South Wales Posts: 332 Thanks: 25 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (0)	[.A 10 or 12% reduction should be achieved and remember that add ons and extras make lots of profit for the dealer.[/quote] Thats insane , which Honda garage gave you this ??

7th July 2008, 21:10	#20 (permalink)
karobonas Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 30th June 2008 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 169 Thanks: 5 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	So basically, I am going to ask for discount on the actual car then some free extra's..... also there is a new dealer opening up near me.. brand new honda. Do you think they will be giving exclusive offers or will be more partial to discount as they would like to get there first sales in?? p.s. I won't be bothering with the iPod adapter if they CD changer that comes with plays mp3 format?? anyone know? can't see it in the Wiki? edit: Scratch that found that it can! iPod is a no need Last edited by karobonas; 7th July 2008 at 21:29.


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7th July 2008, 16:06	#3 (permalink)
NoNumpty Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 20th May 2008 Location: Cheshire UK Posts: 513 Thanks: 19 Thanked 21 Times in 20 Posts iTrader: (0)	You may get a better deal if you wait until August as the dealers will want to get rid of any pre-registered 08 plates before the 58 plates come out checkout Honda Civic Hatchback 2.0 i-VTEC Type R 3dr Car Review Summary - What Car? and aim at this target price before starting to think about deals

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angie4m Moved on Civinfo guru Join Date: 28th September 2007 Location: Edinburgh Posts: 2,772 Thanks: 17 Thanked 32 Times in 32 Posts iTrader: (0)	I got my Type R GT for £18600 when it was £18627 at the time but for that I got Rage Alloys, iPod Connector, Mats & Diamondbright (I didn't ask for the Diamondbright and didn't notice till 2 days later) I actually didn't really ask for anything, I was offered that as a deal when I said, hmmm those alloys look good, that or the iPod connector.

7th July 2008, 16:20	#7 (permalink)
karobonas Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 30th June 2008 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 169 Thanks: 5 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	cheers peeps, this is helpful.. first time I have acutally purchase from a dealer so I don't really know how to approach them for deals etc...

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Dimplyred Super Moderator Civinfo guru Join Date: 24th August 2007 Location: Staffordshire Posts: 4,714 Thanks: 19 Thanked 132 Times in 131 Posts iTrader: (0)	I'm sure you have read about the Ipod adapter and it's limited functions, so I'd think very hard before you part with £225 for it. If you really want it then that is the sort of extra you should be pushing to get thrown in for free.

7th July 2008, 18:04	#11 (permalink)
karobonas Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 30th June 2008 Location: Essex, UK Posts: 169 Thanks: 5 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	When you say limited functions, do you mean the fact that it doesn't work with certain models or that you can't see the track names etc?

7th July 2008, 18:13	#12 (permalink)
Dimplyred Super Moderator Civinfo guru Join Date: 24th August 2007 Location: Staffordshire Posts: 4,714 Thanks: 19 Thanked 132 Times in 131 Posts iTrader: (0)	Have a read of this in the wiki: Honda supplied iPod link - Civinfo Wiki Also do a search for Honda Ipod there is plenty to read about it. What I did is I took my ipod to my dealers, when I was thinking of getting it fitted, and tried the one in their demonstrator, but didn't think it was worth the price so didn't bother. See if your dealer would let you do the same.

7th July 2008, 18:14	#13 (permalink)
Skyman Valve Cap Join Date: 6th July 2008 Location: Bristol Posts: 10 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	IMHO, go for the money off...and only then ask for deals on the extras.

7th July 2008, 19:20	#17 (permalink)
spiersy1971 Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 9th September 2007 Location: Falkirk Posts: 36 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (0)	Last May, I got £400 off without really trying, free mats, and a decent discount on some dealer fit extras. They weren't really handing out discounts as there was a 3 month waiting list at the time.

7th July 2008, 20:33	#19 (permalink)
Mr JP Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 2nd February 2007 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 855 Thanks: 5 Thanked 30 Times in 30 Posts iTrader: (0)	We all know no more than £180 can be had off a new type-r Seriously though the 10% off can be achieved, it's about what I got over a year ago.

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