[tomcecc]

Hi there, Does anyone know how to find which dealership are consider high volume in the NC, SC, or Va region.

Also, I'd like to pick up a new OB, but don't need it until end of summer (Sep-2013), would it be better to deal for a 2013 OB in September or potential have to pay more for a 2014. I'm hoping the power lift gate option is available in the 2014 as it's nearly a deal breaker for me as of now.

My interest is in the 3.6 Limited w/Moonroof and would likey accept 10-12% below MSPR before taxes. Does it seem likely a deal like that would be availalbe on the 2014 OB

Thanks

 

[upflying]

Dealer Rater is probably a good source. Why is "high volume" important? Sometimes big dealers also means big profits.
http://www.dealerrater.com/

 

[tomcecc]

hi upflying: My understanding was the high volume dealers are able to make the best deal (from a buyer's perspective) of course.

 

[upflying]

hi upflying: My understanding was the high volume dealers are able to make the best deal (from a buyer's perspective) of course.

Ok, as long as high volume isn't a limiting factor. Any dealer is capable of making a "best deal".

 

[immortal_suby]

Fairway subaru in Greenville, SC is a great one to work with. The sales manager has a track record of moving cars and is actively trying to be the largest volume dealer in SC. Ask for saleswoman Jan Doss.

 

[fun2drive]

Best deal I saw was to use the forum advice which is to send out emails to dealers withing 100 miles of where you live and request the lowest price for your requirements.
I found that this worked best whether you were ordering or buying off the lot or one coming in.
I got 11.6% off MSRP which I was very happy with.
Expect 1/2 the dealers to respond with offers.
There is a thread about this I think someplace on the forum...

 

[Tom28]

I purchased from Vic Bailey in Spartanburg, SC and was very happy with them.

I also checked out every last dealership in the Charlotte and Raleigh areas. None of them could compete with ole' Vic. Especially in the stupid high doc fee department.

 

[se7enty]

Best deal I saw was to use the forum advice which is to send out emails to dealers withing 100 miles of where you live and request the lowest price for your requirements.
I found that this worked best whether you were ordering or buying off the lot or one coming in.
I got 11.6% off MSRP which I was very happy with.
Expect 1/2 the dealers to respond with offers.
There is a thread about this I think someplace on the forum...

that's what i did. ended up buying mine from Southern States Subaru in Raleigh, which is the opposite of a high volume dealer, but i got a super awesome deal. i'm not sure why high volume matters.

 

[iainb]

Why does the dealer have to be "high volume"? My dealer (see sig) is definitely mid to low volume and they gave me a better price than either Edmunds or TrueCar were showing for my area and they had to do a dealer trade to get it.

 

[upflying]

Why does the dealer have to be "high volume"? My dealer (see sig) is definitely mid to low volume and they gave me a better price than either Edmunds or TrueCar were showing for my area and they had to do a dealer trade to get it.

X2, to me "high volume" means "high overhead". Mega-dealers have a lot of expenses and employees, each with their hand in the cash drawer.
I bought my OB through the internet manager. I never went to the dealer except to pick up the car.

 

[GasGuzz]

As alluded, 10-13% off sticker. Low/med/high volume dealer, that’s their problem.

 

[romicva]

They are in MD, but very close to VA and they move a lot of Subarus:
Fitzgerald Auto Malls New and Used Car Dealership Maryland - Pennsylvania - Florida - Washington DC - Virginia

 

[vr4Legacy]

I bought my LGT from Flow Subaru in Winston Salem NC. They have a pretty big and broad dealership network in NC. Very friendly and a great service department. I'd buy there again if I were in the area.

Flow Subaru | New 2012 - 2013 Subaru & Used Car Dealer in Winston Salem Serving Greensboro, Mount Airy, High Point

But I agree with all the others as far as "high volume' is concerned.