bluez51c7

I buy my cars from my local dealer. Why do some people travel, sometimes thousands of miles, to buy from a certain dealer? Is it price? Or, am I missing something?

ss2z06

For me it’s been price every time. Although options and availability did play a role. Saved at the minimum a couple thousand.

Taevon lee

We bought our 2018 because all the dealers in Oregon did not have what we wanted in color, transmission, ect. We drove 437 mi round trip to buy what we were looking for. It was new.

bluez51c7

I order my Corvettes. I understand used cars, or, looking for one in inventory. However, people oder cars from out of state, price has to be it?

SingleTrackMinded

Price. I saved ~5k on same car by buying out of state (including transport and airfare to go inspect and sign the deal). That basically pays for the taxes. I live in a state that seems to consistently over price Corvettes.

Avanti

I can only speak for myself... I have incredibly unresponsive "local" dealers and have had for some time. That isn't to say it was always that way with all of them. I ordered my C5 locally when they had a "Vette" guy on staff who knew how many wheels they're expected to have. Over the years that changed, and dramatically. Looking to buy a C7 I tried in the surrounding towns (one city) dealer who moves quite a few Vettes, as well as my in town lacky. The responsiveness or lack there of was silly, even after I stressed that if/when I found what I wanted I'd simply write a check and drive the car away. Still no joy anywhere around where I live. And, I couldn't order with any assurance of getting one since the plant was closed awaiting the new paint facility to come online. Then, there is the entire allocation thing. Another dealer was semi-responsive until I mentioned an interest in ordering one, not liking any in stock... ha, With that in the open, he called in a kid who looked like he might have been on the job a week, effectively acting the part, while the summoner exited post haste.

So, let's see what happened online at Kerbeck's... It turned out they had precisely the exact car IN STOCK that I would have ordered for a price considerably under-sticker and lower than any of the ones I didn't want locally. I responded online and within minutes got a call from K's and closed the deal... essentially all within an hour. Interestingly, the "city" dealer rep called shortly after wanting to know if I'd decided on one of their cars--I'd already told him quite directly I have a lot of cars and no interest in buying something that isn't exactly to my liking... DUH. When I told him I'd already closed a deal on one just like I wanted I couldn't believe it. Honestly, I thought he was going to break-down and cry over the phone! "After all, you did it so fast!" he p**sed and moaned. "You didn't give me a chance." I politely thanked him for his attention to my needs (yeah right, but it's what I said) and I couldn't get off the phone quickly enough.

So, the final bit that cemented the Kerbeck's deal, that I've related here in the past. I flew (1600 mile trip) to the Philly airport, was greeted by Kerbeck's pickup-man holding a professionally-prepared placard with my name on it (among all the scribbled others), taken swiftly and courteously to the dealership (Saturday afternoon) where I was fed and coffeed to the hilt. I proceeded to inspect the car and promptly and professionally closed the deal. Because, one of the regular guys was unexpectedly off that afternoon I went with my salesman to top-off the tank before leaving for my long trip home. While getting gas the p/s on the new '17 died! Ouch! I drove it and the salesman back to the dealership. They called and got their top Vette tech to come in, on a moment's notice, who declared it beyond repair that afternoon. Hence, the sales manager told me they had an identical '18 that they would give me for the same price, taking care of all the new paperwork ASAP, AND my salesman said he'd call StateFarm to transfer my insurance... if that would be okay. I inspected the replacement, it was promptly prepped, having just gotten in, and I headed home. Fantastic trip, btw.

Oh, yeah, I failed to mention, no bogus money-grubbing add-ons at Kerbeck's... zero, zilch, nada! Now, you get the picture???

acrace

I’ve bought two new Corvettes from out of state. Both times the dealer (different ones) were about 225 miles from me.

First time it was because I was specifically looking for a configuration that was not common. Plus the dealer was known for excellent pricing and was easy to deal with over the phone.

Second time was in 2010, when a few dealers bought out inventory of other dealers that did not survive the recession. Purchasing from out of state provided me with a car that was to my configuration at a huge discount. Only way I could have gotten into a Z06.

Maxie2U

Five years ago I bought mine from MacMulkin Chevrolet in Nashua NH because at the time the local Oregon dealers where (demanding) a 10% market adjustment. I got a 12% discount from MacMulkin which is a 22% difference had I purchased locally.

TDCFPC

New York Metro and Long Island get thousands more for nearly any sports car than in less densely populated areas. Also for me the trade-in value I received was higher than the local Chevy dealers.

ManiacCop5

2 reasons. First is price. The other (and main) reason is dealers and salesmen around here play too many games. When i bought my C5 back in 99 i went to every dealer local and was met with either indifference or game playing. Its like they wouldnt give you a straight answer to anything. Finally found a tiny dealer in a small town 30 miles south of here. Salesman was honest and straight forward. They had a very small allocation and i waited 8 months to get my car but i finally got it. Their service department was top notch also. Unfortunately they went out of business a few years back.
This time for my 2019 GS i went with Mike Furman. He was a straight shooter and very helpful even with all the sales madness going on in December. Got my car and a great deal to boot. No games. Thanks again Mike!

SecondWind

I went out of state because there weren't any with my preferred color combination near me.

7LitreC5

For me it is price and selection. There is not usually much to choose from around here.

owc6

$$$

Options.

Color.



In that order.

Maybe the drive home, too!

AttyVette

Just be aware that in Texas, for example, Lemon law doesn’t cover out of state new vehicle purchases. Under the Texas Lemon Law, if your recently purchased or leased new motor vehicle develops a defect or condition that substantially impairs its use, market value or safety, you may be eligible for relief. You must have bought or leased a new vehicle from a licensed Texas dealer or lease company. The recurring problem with the car must be considered a serious defect or abnormal condition, and that problem must be covered by the manufacturer's written warranty. A serious defect is generally something essential to the car's safety and drivability. For example, malfunctioning brakes and faulty transmissions are generally considered serious defects, but a bad car radio is not a serious defect.

Thus, you are rolling the dice in Texas if you purchase / lease your car out of state that you won’t buy a “lemon”! Not sure about other states lemon laws so check your own states laws regarding this matter.

rmackintosh

In my case...this very week...it was because there were NO decent Corvettes in California at all...or out west for that matter...I took an evening and searched every western dealer....

Loki 6

I didn't necessarily want to purchase out of state from the get go. I was looking for a used Z06 with a very specific set of features and color preferences. I was not confident I'd find anything anywhere that would check even 80% of the boxes. I found a single needle in a stack of needles and made a purchase in less than 24 hours of finding it. A tad over 700 miles away.

Litfuse

For me, it has always come down to price. I have found the dealerships on the east coast, from all manufactures offer deeper dealer discounts. However, I have now found my local dealers are more willing to deal and even match these high volume dealers.

4thC4at60

I've bought three (3) of my seven (7) Corvettes out of state - but only because I was traveling and got good deals.

Darkknight1717

Because MacMulkin had the color combo and trim that I wanted. I bought a 19 GS last month, so choices were getting slim. The positive reviews they receive on this forum didn’t hurt either. Negotiation was effortless and no push for add ons or additional protection plans.

dave_2012_tt

I went used since my budget was 55,000. I also wanted a few things - 2lt, mag ride, z51, CPO, 2018, manual, and two tone seats. The only one i found was 400 miles away in Ohio - I looked on autotrader for about 3 months.