Thanks for all the encouragement. Negotiating for a new set of wheels is not my forte, but I had planned this strategy out in advance so the day went well. I have been working through various dealers on the net, fielding offers, countering with updates, looking for the best deal. I landed a deal with my local dealer that was better than any of the other offers I had from the area, so I stuck with him. I had pretty much settled on the model and options we wanted, so I was armored up and ready to do battle. Turned out to be fairly smooth and drama-free. I had my facts, my financing in order, my target price, the options we wanted. It was nice to be armed with this knowledge so that I led the negotiations. I had offers from several other dealers so I was ready to walk away if things did not pass the smell test. In the end, we came to a deal and I drove away with a new set of wheels.
Now, my wife doesn't really like this part of the negotiations so she leaves it up to me. Last time I bought a new car, my son was in middle school and just starting out in scouts. Things have changed a wee bit since back then.
Still, it had been a long day and, at some point, my personality kicked in for a while. After working through the logistics of the deal for some time, she texted me about how it was going. Of course, being a real AH, sent her the following picture with the message:
Changed my mind. Decided to get a Mustang instead.
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| Size does matter |
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| Holy sticker shock, Batman! |
I don't know if anyone can really read that sticker but it is rather pricey. I really love my old Mustang but $65k? Holee meirde. That's one primo ride.
Alas, I did not go down that path. I chose something more "sensible". Something more in line with our lifestyle. Something that fits our needs for now. Seeing how I tend to name my chariots, I haven't come up with a name for her, yet, but I am taking suggestions. In in interim, let me give ya'll a peak at the latest addition to the fleet:
What to name her? Eddie? Edna? Edith? Edie? Elvis?
6 comments:
Ooooh, I like! Very Edgy! (couldn't resist). Excellent choice from a non-bailout company.
Car purchases are always exciting. I'm sure you were meticulous with your up front work.
Agg! When I saw that pic of the Mustang, I turned several shades of green. Really. I was SO jealous, that I blurted out NOOO! I'da made myself be happy for you though! :)
But yeah, Mustangs are cool to look at and fun to drive, but they're not very practical. And won't pull an Airstream. I love the look of the Edges. Sporty lookin' and useful. Congratulations on being so prepared and able to negotiate a good deal! Can't wait to hear what you name her!
I love it! I've had my eye on the Ford Edge for a while now too, but a part of me is still leaning toward something COOL. We'll see.
Congrats on the new ride. I vote for naming her(?) him(?) Elvis.
Ford is making fantastic cars now. I rented a Fusion recently and was impressed. I must trade the 2000 Ford Pickup soon and dread the whole process.
How about Silver? As in The Lone Ranger?
Love that you sent her the photo of that Mustang...
I love the new wheels! And seriously, I am super glad you did NOT go with the Mustang. While they are fun & pretty, they are not very practical!
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