Aston Martin dealer discounts?

Aston Martin dealer discounts?

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max b

Original Poster:

267 posts

187 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Does anybody know what sort of margins Aston work to on used cars they are selling?
Do they like to barter, or once a price has been discussed that is it?

I would like to buy a v8v roadster, 57/08 vintage and the lack of private cars is forcing me towards the main dealers, who in the conversations seem very good in their knowledge etc but seem to play cards close to chest in regards pricing and what they can do.

Just needs some background from others who have had more dealings with AM?

Thanks

Glendower

145 posts

158 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Try Gary at Grange Essex Aston Martin, did a great deal on a new roadster, got a good discount off list plus ve good price in px for my 4.3 Roadster. Aston give incentives to the dealership based on how much available stock is hanging around,

Jockman

17,988 posts

166 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Dealers work on 10-15% depending on the market Max. Remember, on that age car they will be throwing in a £1.4k Extended Warranty too smile

In the open season, their stock is rotated quickly so they have no reason to negotiate. This is close season, especially for Roadsters.

The key, as always, is to get the car you want at an acceptable price, whilst making the vendor believe they have won the negotiation. They will be thinking the same way.

Some Manufacturers over the last few years - BMW - have not reduced their prices per se, rather they have thrown a lot of optional extras into the mix as standard. Not sure on Aston's policy.

You could make clear rears or premium stereo, for example, a condition for paying the required price smile

robgt

2,586 posts

168 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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If you are adamant about a convertible now is probably the best time. Stick with a main dealer.
Try calling Rachel at Broughtons in Cheltenham,
Good luck

JohnG1

3,485 posts

211 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Glendower said:
Try Gary at Grange Essex Aston Martin, did a great deal on a new roadster, got a good discount off list plus ve good price in px for my 4.3 Roadster. Aston give incentives to the dealership based on how much available stock is hanging around,
Yeah - and ask him where's my teddy!

cayman-black

12,856 posts

222 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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JohnG1 said:
Yeah - and ask him where's my teddy!
Wow he,s really pissed you off JohnG1. laugh

Mr Purple

337 posts

201 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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While we are on about teddies, i was promised one for my boy from Jonathan at Grange Welwyn , that never showed either - must be a Grange issue ;(

robgt

2,586 posts

168 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Under promise over deliver. Call Rachel!!

Jockman

17,988 posts

166 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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JohnG1 said:
Yeah - and ask him where's my teddy!
I know a good therapissed drunk John.

Helped me get over my DMS bacon butty syndrome smile

Glendower

145 posts

158 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Jockman said:
JohnG1 said:
Yeah - and ask him where's my teddy!
I know a good therapissed drunk John.

Helped me get over my DMS bacon butty syndrome smile
Decided discounts better than furry toys

Jockman

17,988 posts

166 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Glendower said:
Decided discounts better than furry toys
Go for both Mr Dower - you know it makes sense !!

Was at Le Meridien in Mount Charles not so long ago - you're making me ever so jelas smile

Wobbly

551 posts

179 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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I offer 8% less than the asking price on a DB9 Volante three weeks ago at Grange, and was turned down point blank. Didn't even come back with a counter offer.

cayman-black

12,856 posts

222 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Wobbly said:
I offer 8% less than the asking price on a DB9 Volante three weeks ago at Grange, and was turned down point blank. Didn't even come back with a counter offer.
Really? That sounds a good offer to me.

tarks63

326 posts

224 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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DB9 Volantes in dark colour,dark interior are fetching asking prices even now.
I have been looking for the past 3/4 months.
Finally got one of Stratstones but had to pay the asking price plus £800 to include a clear light upgrade and change all the Walnut to piano black facia.
I know of a 2005/55 plate Black on Black DB9 Volante with 14500 miles, 1 previous owner in very good nick that has become available again that I put an offer on a month ago.
It is a private sale up in Welwyn,Herts.
If interested let me know and I can email you his details.

ShortTimers

112 posts

172 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Max B, I’m doing a similar thing at the moment. I’ve seen grange drop about 6-7% on a couple of cars.... one was very high spec in black 07 reg but 08 spec low mileage... I also looked at another black one with a very interesting history and the indy was up for a deal.

JohnG1 & Mr Purple, if I get mine from Grange I’ll make sure I get them to sort the teddies out :-).... I must admit I hadn’t realised they were an optional extra... sports suspension..... engine upgrade... high gloss grill... teddy bear ;-) BBut defo adding it to the list now.

Wobbly

551 posts

179 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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cayman-black said:
Really? That sounds a good offer to me.
I thought it was a strong offer, but obviously not.

Thanks Tarks63, I was looking for a silver or tungsten car, I wasn't too fussed about the interior colour as long as it wasn't to garish
On Wednesday,I paid a deposit on a 07 Titanium Silver with Black leather, I should be collecting the end of next week or early the week after.

tarks63

326 posts

224 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Good luck with it.
I have been really impressed with the car especially when compared to my DB7 Vantage Volante.Massive improvement in the drive,equipment and feel.
Hope you enjoy it as much as I have this week.
Would post some pictures but all I managed to upload was a golf club!!

max b

Original Poster:

267 posts

187 months

Saturday 31st December 2011
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Thanks for the replies all.
It certainly seems there is more than the 4% off I was offered to try and close a deal on a car today by one of the main dealers but it all depends if they want to play ball or not.

So aside from clear rear lights and the most important teddy, should I even try and ask for anything else if I end up negotiating on any other cars....or do you think I'll get thrown out from Aston dealers if I ask for a 10% discount, clear rear lights and a teddy laughlaugh

ShortTimers

112 posts

172 months

Sunday 1st January 2012
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The teddy might be pushing it but its worth a try... it is teh new year and the sales are onbounce

ShortTimers

112 posts

172 months

Sunday 1st January 2012
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max b said:
Does anybody know what sort of margins Aston work to on used cars they are selling?
Do they like to barter, or once a price has been discussed that is it?

I would like to buy a v8v roadster, 57/08 vintage and the lack of private cars is forcing me towards the main dealers, who in the conversations seem very good in their knowledge etc but seem to play cards close to chest in regards pricing and what they can do.

Just needs some background from others who have had more dealings with AM?

Thanks
Just spotted this car... http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3258152.htm I'm sure this was up for 52/53k yesterday... its now at 49k..... so looks like the sales have started!!!clap