Scarab - Dealer negotiations, your experience?

[Fromwithin142]

Hi all,
As you may have seen my earlier post, will be in the market next year for a 215ID.
I hope to be able to get a decent deal at the Toronto international boat show.

Curious to those that purchased new, what did you ask for with regards to discount or throw-ins?

I know every Dealer is different and depending on what incentives the OEM is throwing at the market at the time will also come into play.
How much wiggle room did you find you had?

Thanks for any input

 

[Dean P]

Here's what I do and shoot for:

1. Let them know you're serious
2. Ask lots of questions with a lot of enthusiasm
3. Extended warranty
4. Maintenance service deals
5. Coastguard Kit
6. Better anchor in the front with 6' chain
7. Additional anchor in the back with 4' chain
8. Dual batteries
9. Upgrade sound system
10. Better amp and speakers
11. Life jackets
12. Fenders (larger the better)
13. Upgraded trailer
14. Boat cover
15. 15' dock lines
16. Mirror
17. Full tank of gas
18. Hats, shirts, shorts (if no, 10-20% off)
19. Don't be afraid to walk, give them your number
20. Kill them with kindness!!!

Welcome to the forum !!! Good luck. Let us know how you make out.

 

[Fromwithin142]

Thanks Dean P.
Yes I'll certainly be haggling with them, it's not a small expense!

Was more curious as to what others ended up getting with their negotiations to somewhat see where the "bar" is..

 

[James R Whitten]

I got my 195 hoi for 42.5 at the Houston boat show. Just haggling with them. Told them I had a deposit on a Yamaha and said if you want me to buy your boat this is what I need.