I purchased on Nov.12th. The MSRP on my loaded up 2008 ES 350 was 42421 (this is the factory MSRP).
The invoice price was 37732.

Invoice price on my 2008 (verified by 2 dealers)

car 33720
rear airbags 200
full spare 164
HID lights 652
power rear sunshade 168
nav 2230
park assist 400
prem plus 2058
wood steering 264
preferred acces package 117
rear spoiler 199

total 37732

They came down to $100 over invoice plus their fees of $399, so I paid $499 over invoice.

(I originally made the deal at 500 over invoice, and when I saw the fees in the financing office I told them I was very upset and was not going to pay 900 over invoice, and they caved in).

I was able to get them down to 5.9% for a 5 year loan putting 10,000 down.
(they originally wanted me to take 6.4).

So, when you say you paid so much over invoice, remember you have to include all the dealer's fees so we are all working with the correct numbers here. I ended up getting about 10 percent off the MSRP (4190).

I believe the only way to get this deal is to go through the internet. I told them I was definitely going to buy, and if they could beat my other deal I would go through them. I drove the exact car I wanted, and checked for the transmission problem ( I had no problems with the tranny at all, and I checked closely). I also drove it in 40 degree weather and listened for the valve noise (the car did not make any valve clattering noise at any point, and I checked closely). I also checked for any rattles and wind noise from the driver side (again no problems).

I was so impressed with the car that I purchased it. I compared it to the Infinity M and it compared very well. (the M has a more impressive interior around the console, but it costs thousands more). I owned a 2003 infinity G, and I think this car is nicer, more luxurious, but my G was not loaded like this one is.

At first they doubted me. They wanted to know how the other dealer let me go if I was willing to pay 500 over invoice, and when I said it was an internet deal, they agreed to the price right away. (keep in mind they were really agreeing to 500 plus the 399 doc fees they thought I was going to pay). But in the end I got it at 499 over invoice and I am happy with that. I realize some people have gotten even better deals than this, but I feel I paid a fair price.

I post this simply to let you know that it can be done, but it takes work on your part. I wish everyone the best, and I am crossing my fingers that the 08's have none of the 07 problems. If I have any problems I will post them right away. Best of luck to all.

(Update: I wrote this on Nov. 12, and now I have 400 miles on the car. No problems at all. I love the car!)

 

Thanks for the write up on your experience. Once I sell my car, I'll be actively shopping too so it's good to hear recent shopping experiences.

 

Good for you on getting the dealer fee waived!!. These fees vary by state and are pure profit.

 

That is a great deal! Down here, they don't deal that easy; internet or in person!