2006 Sonata LX, what did you pay?

Discussion in 'Hyundai Sonata' started by Kiran Otter, Oct 3, 2005.

  1. Kiran Otter

    Kiran Otter Guest

    I'm curious what folks have paid for their 2006 Sonata LX.. with all the
    bells and whistles.

    I'm looking at one that's about $28,900.. which seems awfully high compared
    to prices from cars.com and even Hyundai's own website.

    Thanks,

    Kiran
     
    Kiran Otter, Oct 3, 2005
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    Keith Warren Guest

    $28,900 is about 4 grand over full sticker of $24,895.

    We just bought a Black 06 Sonata LX with Package 3 yesterday for just over
    $24K driveout in Atlanta which included TT&L ($300 Ad Valorem Tax and Sales
    Tax at 7.5% on the full purchase price ......no trade, it was a straight
    buy).

    Keith
     
    Keith Warren, Oct 3, 2005
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  3. Kiran Otter

    Kiran Otter Guest

    Keith, is yours the 3.3 liter? The one I'm looking at is.

    Thanks,

    Kiran
     
    Kiran Otter, Oct 3, 2005
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    Kiran Otter Guest

    Actually, let me back up a little.

    I have signed for this car but haven't taken delivery yet. I spent 7
    hours at the dealership deciding which model to buy. I originally wanted
    an Accent but.. once I drove the 2006 Sonata.. well, let's just say 235HP
    changed my mind.

    The one I finally decided on is the LX, with.. the #15 package, I
    believe. It's leather, has a sun roof, 6 CD changer in the dash, etc.

    I see the $24,895 figure in several places on-line, but they don't
    mention the actual accessories I'm getting. But I also know a sun roof
    and CD changer don't total $4K.

    Also as a side note, the only one they had in a color I liked, with all
    the options, turned out to have something seriously wrong with one or
    more tires/rims. When I drove it it felt like you were driving over
    railroad tracks constantly. They insisted they would have it fixed
    Monday and I could pick it up then, and gave me another 2006 LX as a
    loaner.

    When I go back, I'll look at the sticker and see what it says. Either
    I'm reading the paperwork wrong, or there's a you-know-what in the
    woodpile.

    Kiran
     
    Kiran Otter, Oct 3, 2005
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    Keith Warren Guest

    The $24,895 sticker on ours was for a V6 LX (the LX Only comes in the 3.3L
    V6 with an automatic) with every FACTORY option included (US wise
    anyway...The package 3 includes the 6 Disc CD changer and the Sunroof,
    everything else available from the factory is standard on the LX including
    heated leather seating, 5 spoke wheels, etc.) Ours also included the VIN
    numbers etched in all the glass for theft prevention.

    Factory sticker pricing in GA breaks down as follows:

    2006 Sonata LX Base $22895
    Package 3 $1,400 (Sunroof lists as $850 and CD at $550)
    Destination $ 600

    What I saw at a dealer in Florida were a ton of dealer add-ons that were
    there to inflate the price such as:

    Super-Duper paint protectant $399
    Pin Stripes $299
    Window-etched VIN numbers$ 199
    Tires-for-life
    Free oil changes under basic warranty
    Total Dealer sticker was $26595

    Keith

    If you want to see the actual prices and options go to www.kbb.com or the
    Hyundai site itself and build your own.
     
    Keith Warren, Oct 3, 2005
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    green99 Guest

    I just bought a 2006 GLS V6 this past Wednesday. The Hyundai sticker
    was $21,495 (no options). The DEALER sticker was $24,795 after they
    added on pin striping, glass etching (already done from the factory)
    and other useless items just to rip people off.

    I went to the Consumer Reports web site and purchased the price report
    for this car (I believe the LX was included also). The bottom line on
    my GLS was $19,400. In my region (NJ) they also had $2000 in rebates,
    bringing the bottom line to $17,400 plus tax and tags. I had a
    trade-in with about $1500 in equity too, so the total I paid AFTER tax
    (6% here) and tags and all of the other BS fees is $16,800. The owner
    of the dealership told me that this was the lowest price anyone had
    paid at his dealership for a V6 Sonata.

    I will check the Consumer Reports web site for the report I purchased
    and if it has the LX on it, I will try to send it to you. You really
    shouldn't pay a penny more than the bottom line on this report (plus
    tax, tags, etc.). Let the next sucker that comes along pay for the
    dealer's mansion.

    Eric
     
    green99, Oct 3, 2005
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    GeoUSA Guest

    Kiran,

    Concerning the rough ride on the Sonata you are about to purchase...
    It's possible the only problem is that the tires are over-inflated. My
    2006 Sonata GLS was delivered with the tire pressure at 50 psi. The
    recommended pressure (located inside the driver's door on a tag) is
    30psi! The maximum pressure on the side of the tire is 45 psi. Many
    drivers (and apparently some dealerships) do not know that you inflate
    to the pressure in the driver's door. It was a very rough ride for the
    first day until I discovered the improper inflation. The Sonatas I
    test drove also drove roughly so I suspect all were overinflated. I
    notifed the general manager at my dealership.

    Good luck with your new purchase!

    GeoUSA, moderator http://www.HyundaiExchange.com
     
    GeoUSA, Oct 3, 2005
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    Jody Guest

    28,900 sounds like Canadian price.
     
    Jody, Oct 3, 2005
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  9. Kiran Otter

    Kiran Otter Guest

    wrote in
    Thanks for the info, Eric. I emailed you back.

    I'm going to go back and find out why they are charging so much more.

    Kiran
     
    Kiran Otter, Oct 3, 2005
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    Bob Guest

    check carsdirect.com for their price, then negotiate with a dealer with
    this price in mind. or just buy it from carsdirect.com. their prices are
    good and no haggling is necessary. I bought my 2004 Sonata LX from
    them for $16,200 USD.
     
    Bob, Oct 4, 2005
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    Eric G. Guest

    Yes, I got your email. Glad to help. They are only charging that much
    because they can. It's called buyer beware. I haven't been to a dealer
    yet that gave a straight answer on that. I mean, I could understand
    charging a few hundred dollars for "profit", above their costs (like
    advertising and other overhead) but why some people pay $4000 (or more)
    extra for the same car the guy at the next desk is buying is beyond me.

    Anyway good luck with it.....and make damned sure you get those wheels
    fixed.

    Eric
     
    Eric G., Oct 4, 2005
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    Kiran Otter Guest

    Well, I made an error. My XL totaled $26,395.

    22,895 MSRP
    850 for the sun roof
    550 for the 6 disc CD changer
    600 freight
    475 for some pin stripes
    1025 for a 'protection package'

    Total comes to 26,395. I got 2K off, so 24,395.

    carsdirect.com says 24,339.
     
    Kiran Otter, Oct 4, 2005
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    Kiran Otter Guest

    Thanks for the info. They rebalanced one wheel, and it drives nearly
    perfect, but still has a bit of wheel hop somewhere.

    I checked the tires, the two front had 32 psi, one rear had 30, the other
    35 (the one they rebalanced.) I dropped it to 30 for now. I'll check the
    sticker tomorrow when I can see better.

    Kiran
     
    Kiran Otter, Oct 4, 2005
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    Bob Guest

    carsdirect.com in my zip code (Northern California)quotes
    $22,539 for an LX V6 with accessory group 3 (sunroof, 6 disc changer, etc)
    maybe you should travel to buy it?, although our sales tax is high (8.25%)
     
    Bob, Oct 4, 2005
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    Jody Guest

    400.00 for paint protection?? isnt that was the clear coats for in the first
    place?
     
    Jody, Oct 4, 2005
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    Kiran Otter Guest

    Just an update on my tire/vibration issue.

    I took the car back, and per my suggestion, they replaced all four tires
    AND rims. (Swapped with another Sonata.)

    When I test drove it again, I noticed a vibration when I broke hard. It
    wasn't the ABS.. I wasn't trying to lock up the wheels.. but it was
    obvious to the tech when he drove it too. So now it seemed as if there
    was a warped roter, or something wrong with the suspension. Everyone
    agreed it would take days to get it figured out.

    So, long story short; they replaced the car. They had another LX at
    another location in the same color and everything.

    Despite what I paid for the car, I think the real value came through in
    how the dealership treated me. Even the factory rep for Hyundai was
    there yesterday.. (I was there from 8:30am to 7pm.. but didn't regret the
    time spent,) and he took a real interest in me and the problem, and even
    some comments I had about the car, like the cruise/set lights being too
    bright at night, and no station/track change button on the steering
    wheel.

    This was the Rick Case dealership in Davie Florida. After being there all
    day, I think there were about 2 people I didn't talk to. Everyone was
    very nice, took an interest in me and was supportive. It was unlike any
    experience I've ever had at a car dealer. They repeatedly thanked me for
    having patience with them. Never once did it get into a pissing match
    about the problem or anything.

    Now I have a new Sonata.. and of course with my luck.. there is an issue
    with it as well. Apparently the adhesive paper they put on the body when
    shipping, wasn't removed before the sun baked it, so the adhesive
    affected the clear coat finish above the rear doors. So I'll have to go
    back again and have them resolve that, but at least it's not a mechanical
    issue.

    Now I just have to wait until 1,500 miles before I can (cough) enjoy that
    3.3 liter V6. ;)

    Kiran
     
    Kiran Otter, Oct 6, 2005
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