Triumphrat

spybond · 11-16-2006

Does anyone have any words of encouragement for my negotiation on the purchase of a 2007 Bonneville Black?

I read on the Wiki that you shouldnt put a deposit on a bike that you haven't seen. (Oops - I already did that). Anybody have any reasoning there? Does anyone have any experience on what kind of discount/deal can be had on a base Bonneville?

Thanks in advance!!

Lance

sweatmachine · 11-16-2006

don't pay for setup fees, I think I read that Triumph reimburses the dealers for this. They'll try to tack that BS on there and it will cost you another 200-500 bucks.

jimmyc · 11-16-2006

Ask for discounts on helmets, jackets, gloves, etc. since you put the deposit down with good faith. Worth a try...

Ridge · 11-16-2006

My dealer knocked off only about $300 in fees and gave me a 10% discount on parts, clothes and accessories for the year.

I bought my 2006 this time last year and they were not negotiating anything as they were very confident (and rightly so) that they would be moving a lot of product without giving anything up.

If your willing to get a 2006 instead, they might be willing to make some deals. This is when they like to move out the 2006 inventory to make room for the 2007s

Besides, (not to sound like a jerk but) negotiating after you have put a deposit down isn't exactly dealing from the power position. They know they have you on hook, so be prepared to pay the price.

Good luck! :wink:

(nice choice on the color, btw)

[ This message was edited by: Ridge on 2006-11-16 15:26 ]

spybond · 11-16-2006

Thanks for the feedback.

Any other information on deals that have been made is much appreciated. I feel like this is really different than buying a car. So - not sure how to attack it.

I don't want to feel the burn later when I find out I could have saved $1k.

:-D

rodburner · 11-16-2006

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On 2006-11-16 20:25, spybond wrote:

I don't want to feel the burn later when I find out I could have saved $1k.

:-D

The ONLY way to avoid that is to NEVER look or compare what you paid,to what others paid. Trust me,just do the best deal you can,then FORGET what you paid. :-D

DrEnglish · 11-16-2006

The overall experience and the relationship with your dealer are more important than a few hundred bucks. It's nice to get a good deal, even better to get good service and have a local dealer you can depend on when you need to.

And remember, you always get the best deal buying something you like from someone you like to do business with.

meatwagon · 11-17-2006

spy bond,heed the wise words of Rodburner and Dr English.Its gonna cost ya alot of money anyway you look at it by the time you are done personalizing it.Matt Capri is a great guy and you will be OK in the long run.
Just don't race him on the freeway :-D .You won't win.
Congrats on the new bike and I will see you sometime I'm sure.
And yeah it's way different than buying a car.

spybond · 11-17-2006

Thanks guys!

You are completely right. I am a sales guy.. I know its all about relationships... what do you do? Matt at South Bay rocks.... David at LA Cyclesports is an honest man. All in all, my experience has been A++

I guess this leads to a new post... where to service

Additionally, ordered the kit to "prevent blueing" - how long do I have to get this thing on? It seems like it isnt as easy as I would have hoped.

Lance
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Bonnie makes me smile

steviek · 11-17-2006

See if you can get a discount on any extras you might want to fit, especially if it's Triumph parts as I reckon dealers probably get a good markup on those. I got 25% off the centre stand, which brought it down from ludicrous money to just plain expensive :wink: