Pricing Question for LS430

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Jul 9, 2005 | 05:52 PM

aerodragon

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Pricing Question for LS430

guys,

how much rebates can I expect when buying a new 2005 model LS430 in August?

thanks.

Jul 10, 2005 | 11:47 AM

ultra63

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MUCH less than a caddy or Lincoln. Lexus controls its production volume so well that "05's are gone by the time '06's arrive without having a fire sale on the '05's. if you are keeping the car a long time go for the '05. If it is for 3-4 years an '06 is probably cheaper in the long run than a year older '05 tho I expect few changes for the '06 430.

Jul 10, 2005 | 05:13 PM

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thanks for your reply.

so far I have been quoted around $6.5K off MSRP. Not sure if this is a good deal.

Jul 10, 2005 | 06:58 PM

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That's pretty standard, but some folks on CL have gotten more. Usually on higher optioned configurations.

Jul 10, 2005 | 07:58 PM

aerodragon

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can someone suggest on how to get more rebates?

thanks.

Jul 11, 2005 | 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by aerodragon

can someone suggest on how to get more rebates?

thanks.

There are no "rebates" on LS430's. That's an american econo-box tactic. It reduces the value of every car of that model on the road, therefore Lexus doesn't do it. Lexus doesn't really like discounting their cars at all, but reality says they must in tougher times.

at 6500 off- you are already looking REAL good. I wouldn't push your luck. You do have some possibilities-

1. Call other dealers in other cities or states near you. Ask them what color and options they have and if they have what you want in stock- tell them a price you are trying to match- but they have the color you want- something like that... Just bargain.

2. In Texas LFS has something called Tax Credits where instead of 8.125% sales tax you only pay .125%. This saves another 3-4 thousand. I have NO idea if other states do this. It is only available on some cars and some finance plans. You CANNOT do it on a lease over 48 months.

3. beg