Wait, aren't you the same guy from the other thread that is just now looking to start your first full-time job??? Obviously it's your money and you can do what you want, but just be sure that you're in a position to buy a "premium" car.
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Wait, aren't you the same guy from the other thread that is just now looking to start your first full-time job??? Obviously it's your money and you can do what you want, but just be sure that you're in a position to buy a "premium" car.
If you're looking BMW, 328xi is the way to go.
Would you consider Lexus IS250? It also comes in AWD.
You are correct, however I have worked almost 40 hours my whole life, just with 2 part-time jobs. I can afford it. I just thought with the full-time job I was worth more.
Yea, I wish 34,000 Minimum for a new one.
They must hold their resale value extremely well, 2009s are right around 29,000-31,000
I am seeing a list price from about 37,000 to 42,000. I don't know how dealers of Audis work and how much they will bend what I would do is go to an Audi dealership and talk to them for awhile. If 30,000 is what you have, it's what you have. Tell them you will give them 30,000 for one. They will say no way, I gaurentee it, but leave all your contact information. I bet they call you back. Don't budge until they get at least very close. My rule of thumb has always been not to pay more than 75% of retail including trade in on a brand new vehicle. I've done it twice and succeeded on that goal both times. The last time it was two months. If they don't call you back in a week or two, give them a call and just check in. If you're young they will probably think you aren't serious. They were 6,000 off when I first talked to them. Another thing I would tell you is that if you can, wait until next fall. There's a little heat on them then to get rid of the stuff that's been sitting there and they are more willing to work. Again, I have no idea how dealers of the higher class cars deal. My experience has always been in domestic stuff and if I were to guess, they probably are a little more flexible due to volume. I don't know that you will get a new one for the money you want to spend but you aren't out anything and maybe they will get a trade or something and they will remember you. Both times I bought new vehicles they were from the people I thought it was least likely they would get to my number.
There seems to be some decent options here as well:
Audi Certified Pre-Owned Cars Sioux Falls | Graham Automotive
2007 was actually the last "major" upgrade, when it changed to its current body style. 2010 was a "minor" change, when they changed the engine compartment hood and front fascia slightly to mimic the Nissan Maxima. There was also a minor change to the detailing in the interior as well.
Or the new one could have problems and your resale value could hold stronger than before. I know it isn't likely but it's possible. I would also think with that happening you could maybe find a crazy deal on a new one if you have patience.
