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From: res1@mhuxl.UUCP (STEALEY)
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Subject: Re: Honda Accord recomendations or complaints?
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Date: Thu, 9-May-85 08:50:56 EDT
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> >   My wife and I are considering the purchase of a honda accord ( sedan
> >   or LX ) in the near future. I would be interested in hearing
> >   coments/experiences good or bad with either of these cars. And for
> >   those who own these do you feel that the added expence of buying the
> >   LX over the sedan is worth the price. ( a difference of about $2000 )
> >
>  
> My wife and I are also considering a honda accord. We are in the process
> of dealing with a local dealer. I would apprecaite if someone can tell
> us what is a reasonable price to pay in getting an accord sedan
> or a LX. Please send net mail as soon as possible. thank you.
> 
> Lu

I recently bought an Accord 4 Dr (my second Accord). The New Jersey dealer
attempted to add on $1000 to the sticker price of $10,400, including a 6 week
wait. Add-ons of $2000+ are common for Preludes. After telling the dealer
that I was serious about buying a car, and preferably a Honda, but was
adamently opposed to extra markups I was told "Sorry, but thats our policy."
Two days later the price dropped by $500. Five days later the price 
dropped $500 more and one miraculously appeared on the showroom floor
that "a customer could not get financing on." The only catch-- it had to
be off the books by the end of the month.  When I picked up the car the  
saleslady gave me a stack of business cards to pass out to prospective customers

and offered to send me $25 for each sale she made as a result of my recommenda-
tion.  Shortage of cars? Be firm, polite, and take your time, $10,000 is
a lot of bread.
Ever consider a Saab? Check out what $12,400 will buy. No hassle, competent 
dealer, no markup and twice the car, + 33mpg on trips, 28000 flawless miles!

Rick Stealey