Dealer Price "Wiggle" Room


What is the convention, if any, with respect to bargaining with a dealer when purchasing new equipment? Is there a rule of thumb on mark up? Does one automatically look for a 5% or 7% or 10% (or more or less) reduction on the price?
jenniethecat

Showing 1 response by panzercat

I have found quite a few stores that don't want to offer any discount on individual pieces, even if they are large ticket items, they stick to the list prices. Their exceptions are if you are buying a system or many pieces then they may offer a discount on the package, or if they have seen you in the store and kinda know you, and business has been slow, then they may give you a 5% or 10% discount. They usually have a private sale, or other special sale a few times a year where can get a discount on the new stuff and better discount on the floor models or close outs. I have found a few dealers that took the time to get to know me and talk about my preferences etc. They give me a 10% off of anything I want without asking, and then give better discounts when they can. Its a nice way to keep a customer coming back, if you know you can get a decent deal from a dealer without even asking or haggling over the price.