Author Topic: New ride on the way (Read 825 times)

Wetson · « **on:** July 18, 2011, 10:36:57 am »

Well the time has come. After being treated like crap at City Buick Chevrolet Cadillac (GM isn't gonna be successful unless the attitude of their sales department changes... can you say douche bag?... that's another thread story) while asking about the CTS and LaCrosse, I walked out and vowed never to step foot in that dealer again.

I stopped by Acura Sherway to ask a question if I could special order a car in Basque Red (Only available in the states) and I smelled HUNGER. Took advantage of it while I was there even though the lease on my 08 TL isn't up until May. I Walked out with a purchase agreement for a black on black 2012 TL with tech package.

Delivery is estimated for the end of July. Had to be ordered from factory so it's sitting in a bunch of pieces on a cargo ship coming from Japan and in a factory somewhere in Ohio.

The modifications that Acura made to the front end for 2012 are much better although I'm already getting comments such as "Does it come with a supply of carrots?" and "Does it come with a dental plan that covers orthodontics?" LOL.

Ended up negotiating a lease at 2.15%, Freight and PDI cut in half, only $500 as deposit and a remaining $1800 due on pick up with monthly lease payments of $660 taxes in. They wanted my existing 08 TL tech because it only has about 30 000 KM's on the odometer.

SO EXCITED!

1TSX · « **Reply #1 on:** July 18, 2011, 10:44:25 am »

Quote from: Wetson on July 18, 2011, 10:36:57 am

Well the time has come. After being treated like crap at City Buick Chevrolet Cadillac (GM isn't gonna be successful unless the attitude of their sales department changes... can you say douche bag?... that's another thread story) while asking about the CTS and LaCrosse, I walked out and vowed never to step foot in that dealer again.

I stopped by Acura Sherway to ask a question if I could special order a car in Basque Red (Only available in the states) and I smelled HUNGER. Took advantage of it while I was there even though the lease on my 08 TL isn't up until May. I Walked out with a purchase agreement for a black on black 2012 TL with tech package.

Delivery is estimated for the end of July. Had to be ordered from factory so it's sitting in a bunch of pieces on a cargo ship coming from Japan and in a factory somewhere in Ohio.

The modifications that Acura made to the front end for 2012 are much better although I'm already getting comments such as "Does it come with a supply of carrots?" and "Does it come with a dental plan that covers orthodontics?" LOL.

Ended up negotiating a lease at 2.15%, Freight and PDI cut in half, only $500 as deposit and a remaining $1800 due on pick up with monthly lease payments of $660 taxes in. They wanted my existing 08 TL tech because it only has about 30 000 KM's on the odometer.

SO EXCITED!

Congrats! That is a hellva deal.

Now now, you know why they wanted your 08'

I just noticed on Acura.ca that a Lease on a MDX is at 1.0% for 39 months.

safristi · « **Reply #2 on:** July 18, 2011, 11:50:42 am »

..Congrats on the new BUGS BUNNY

..................$666 a month that's wot half a Condo sale in Jane/Finch....

.

someones getting a lightly used car........on return.

May all yer Sales! be downwind and to hot chix........... and WETONE's at that

....

Julie · « **Reply #3 on:** July 18, 2011, 12:06:34 pm »

Cool! Make sure to post pics.

TopGun · « **Reply #4 on:** July 18, 2011, 12:21:18 pm »

Quote from: Wetson on July 18, 2011, 10:36:57 am

....

SO EXCITED!

That's great Wetson...never had the disdain for the Acura snout that's shared by many. Very sorry to hear about your GM experience...maybe they're too busy selling Camaros.

There's likely lots of hungry people in Acura stores these days!

Wetson · « **Reply #5 on:** July 18, 2011, 01:30:19 pm »

Quote from: safristi on July 18, 2011, 11:50:42 am

..Congrats on the new BUGS BUNNY ..................$666 a month that's wot half a Condo sale in Jane/Finch.... .

someones getting a lightly used car........on return.

May all yer Sales! be downwind and to hot chix........... and WETONE's at that ....

Hot chix? I'll do business with just about anyone.

safristi · « **Reply #6 on:** July 18, 2011, 01:43:26 pm »

Lose the GOLD BLAZER and yer assistant.........

.......Sol(i)d GOLD....advice........

Guy · « **Reply #7 on:** July 18, 2011, 02:25:56 pm »

Congrats! Maybe I should try the same trick with my TL too!

Snowman · « **Reply #8 on:** July 18, 2011, 03:44:19 pm »

well done!...we are excited for you.

dr_spock · « **Reply #9 on:** July 18, 2011, 06:13:16 pm »

Congrats Wetson.

Erik · « **Reply #10 on:** July 18, 2011, 06:29:45 pm »

Great car that. I am sure you will love it.
Is it still available with the manual?

Jaeger · « **Reply #11 on:** July 18, 2011, 06:46:30 pm »

Orthodontics... too funny....

Congrats man, that should prove to be a really sweet ride for you. Pics are mandatory.

Jaeger

Winklovic · « **Reply #12 on:** July 18, 2011, 07:20:50 pm »

Congratulations! Anxiously awaiting pics.

Ice · « **Reply #13 on:** July 18, 2011, 10:34:21 pm »

Awesome! I like the new (and old) TL despite some of it's looks. The revised version looks much better too! Pictures please!

quadzilla · « **Reply #14 on:** July 19, 2011, 09:40:30 am »

Congrats on the new car.

Quote from: Wetson on July 18, 2011, 10:36:57 am

...my existing 08 TL tech because it only has about 30 000 KM's on the odometer.

You don't drive very much do you.

BlackS40 · « **Reply #15 on:** July 19, 2011, 09:59:30 am »

Congrats Wetson!! The TL is an awesome car!! You will have to tell the GM story, however. Given GM's well known past history, it amazes me that they don't treat possible customers better. I guess some things will never change.

Wetson · « **Reply #16 on:** July 19, 2011, 10:59:52 am »

Quote from: quadzilla on July 19, 2011, 09:40:30 am

Congrats on the new car.

Quote from: Wetson on July 18, 2011, 10:36:57 am
...my existing 08 TL tech because it only has about 30 000 KM's on the odometer.

You don't drive very much do you.

I do but mostly short little trips here and there. Plus we still have our 2003 Accord. Still looks damn good to.

TopGun · « **Reply #17 on:** July 19, 2011, 11:04:15 am »

Quote from: BlackS40 on July 19, 2011, 09:59:30 am

Congrats Wetson!! The TL is an awesome car!! You will have to tell the GM story, however. Given GM's well known past history, it amazes me that they don't treat possible customers better. I guess some things will never change.

In the last couple of years I've gone to see about a CTS-V, a Camaro, a Mustang (at least thrice

), a BMW M3, a Fiat 500, a Charger, and a Civic Si...the worst experiences by far were at Honda and Budds BMW...the other experiences were fine.

My WORST experience ever was at an Acura store a long, long time ago.

Julie · « **Reply #18 on:** July 19, 2011, 10:24:30 pm »

^ BlackS40, there was a thread a while back about best and worst experiences at a dealership, and it was all over the map.

Doesn't seem like there were any consistent trends, so I think it really depends on the individual dealership and not the brand.

BlackS40 · « **Reply #19 on:** July 19, 2011, 11:49:45 pm »

Quote from: Julie on July 19, 2011, 10:24:30 pm

^ BlackS40, there was a thread a while back about best and worst experiences at a dealership, and it was all over the map.

Doesn't seem like there were any consistent trends, so I think it really depends on the individual dealership and not the brand.

Oh, I agree, Julie....but no GM dealership should be treating customers like crap. From my personal experience (I did own a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am), it wasn't negative at all, but there was still some "old-school" tactics used.