Please Read This.....
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 2,626
Likes: 1,347
From:
RE: Please Read This.....
The Stealers are making a profit. I od not begrudge that but they will bang you everywhich way they can and at multiple angles simultaneously if you allow it.
Security system msut come with the bike they'll say or you must buy an extended warranty or how about, "this came form the factory with $1,300 worth of chrome - it was a special variant."
Doc fees, set-up fees, fee-fees (that's the fee they charge for processing your other fees) and every other darned fee you can think of - and some you owuld never think of.
Security system msut come with the bike they'll say or you must buy an extended warranty or how about, "this came form the factory with $1,300 worth of chrome - it was a special variant."
Doc fees, set-up fees, fee-fees (that's the fee they charge for processing your other fees) and every other darned fee you can think of - and some you owuld never think of.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 2,626
Likes: 1,347
From:
RE: Please Read This.....
ORIGINAL: Jehu
The Stealers are making a profit. I do not begrudge that but they will bang you everywhich way they can and at multiple angles simultaneously if you allow it.
Security system msut come with the bike they'll say or you must buy an extended warranty or how about, "this came form the factory with $1,300 worth of chrome - it was a special variant."
Doc fees, set-up fees, fee-fees (that's the fee they charge for processing your other fees) and every other darned fee you can think of - and some you owuld never think of.
The Stealers are making a profit. I do not begrudge that but they will bang you everywhich way they can and at multiple angles simultaneously if you allow it.
Security system msut come with the bike they'll say or you must buy an extended warranty or how about, "this came form the factory with $1,300 worth of chrome - it was a special variant."
Doc fees, set-up fees, fee-fees (that's the fee they charge for processing your other fees) and every other darned fee you can think of - and some you owuld never think of.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 1,308
Likes: 0
From: Detroit
RE: Please Read This.....
you know what? i had question the same thing a couple times.... i had purchased a sportster, rode it for 3 months put over 2000 miles on it and then took it in late for the 1000 mile service, i walked by my FXDBI that was there when i bought my sportster and it had been sitting there for three monthswith no play. i was in love with the bike when i saw it but thought i wouldnt be approved.. the tag on it was just over 15,000.. i didnt have any idea of the base mrsp of the bike and at the time i didnt care. i asked , would it be possible to sell back my sporty and try an get the bob? my one eyed sales chick said ill check and came back stating that they would give me full retail value back for my sporty but id have to accept the sticker price on the bob no barganing. i got approved to my suprise and left half hour later on the damn thing happier then $hit flushed! i paid a bit more then alot of others buti was treated great with my trade in an got what i wanted... after i saw the base mrsp i was alil flustered but its behind me now and i cant change it.... deal is done , enjoy the bike, make the payments, its well worth it.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 2,167
Likes: 0
RE: Please Read This.....
I worked for a Metric dealer in the early 90's and know for a fact they didn't make squat off bike sales. All their income came from shop labor and the parts department. Minimum markup on any part was 100%.
You did fine, no need to feelyou got hosed.
You did fine, no need to feelyou got hosed.
Elite HDF Member
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 4,929
Likes: 8
RE: Please Read This.....
Wake up guys .... What do think they are in the business for ... Just to make friends? Welcome to theworld of retail. Sure they may make a profit. But profit isn't calculated until AFTER the expenses are paid. When was the last time you paid commercial property taxes or utilities?Costs money to make money in thisworld.
RE: Please Read This.....
You got a better deal than I did.
Including factory sales incentives, maybe they are making +/- 10% bottom line profit? They have chit to pay for too. If you are pissed, find an indy in your area to take care of all your parts/service needs.
Would you rather take your money and go down the street to the Honda...Yamaha...Suzuki....Kawi...etc shop and hand over your 20K to them?
Didn't think so.
Ride it and enjoy it. You are doing well.
MV
Including factory sales incentives, maybe they are making +/- 10% bottom line profit? They have chit to pay for too. If you are pissed, find an indy in your area to take care of all your parts/service needs.
Would you rather take your money and go down the street to the Honda...Yamaha...Suzuki....Kawi...etc shop and hand over your 20K to them?
Didn't think so.
Ride it and enjoy it. You are doing well.
MV
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 3,124
Likes: 255
From: From Long Island, now in So. Cal
RE: Please Read This.....
ORIGINAL: jdizzie
So, last night I was at the stealer....
...and saw what they paid for the FXDWGI from the MOCO.....
my chest hurts.....
I paid 18,966 w/ mini detachable backrest and bob tail rack
This price is out the door.....includes title, tax, reg, prep and parts installed....OUT THE DOOR.
They paid for the bike 17,130...... difference of 1836..... about 10%
what dou y'all think ???
Did I get robbed......
Could I have done better.....
Did you????
Lemme know......
So, last night I was at the stealer....
...and saw what they paid for the FXDWGI from the MOCO.....
my chest hurts.....
I paid 18,966 w/ mini detachable backrest and bob tail rack
This price is out the door.....includes title, tax, reg, prep and parts installed....OUT THE DOOR.
They paid for the bike 17,130...... difference of 1836..... about 10%
what dou y'all think ???
Did I get robbed......
Could I have done better.....
Did you????
Lemme know......
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 1,763
Likes: 5
From: Minnesota
RE: Please Read This.....
You bought a WG, hell it's worth double what you paid in comfort and quality anyway. 
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Southpaw Super Glide: A Left-Hand-Drive 1979 Harley FXE Built to Fit the Rider
Verdad Gallardo
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
