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Originally Posted by 4agze
I use to live in St Louise drove my altima back here just needed to pass smog and go DMV to get plates, whats the other requirements now?
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First it has to have at least 7500 miles on the odometer before you register it.
Also since it's a 49 state vehicle, you have to get all the emissions crap installed, inspected by either the C.A.R.B or the State Referee then have it smogged.
If you buy it in CA, you don't have smog the car for 5 yrs.
It's a headache and will end up costing your more in the long run. Not even worth it...
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Originally Posted by NESW20
the best way to get a good price is do your homework on a site like edmunds.com or something similar. they give dealer invoice price, which is where you want to start haggling with the salesman. they also show what other people paid in your area, so you have a reasonable expectation.
check for any and all rebates, financing deals, and other special offers, and make sure you know how they work (all the fine print).
if you can wait until the end of the calendar year, you could probably get a current-year model for cheaper than a next-year model.
i'm not sure about which state to buy in. personally, i'll go to whichever local dealership gives me the best deal with the least hassle. i'm not gonna bother traveling out of state just to buy a car. by the time you add up all travel expenses and time invested (maybe even taking time off work), it would be more beneficial for me to shop locally. also, if you're out of state and something goes wrong, you're SOL.
-Mike
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Given the hype this car is already bringing, I highly doubt you'll get invoice or even $500 above it. They are probably going to do a dealer mark up on them too until supply has been met.
If you are the guy that has to have the latest and greatest, I hope you have deep pockets or have a hook up at the dealerships.
Costco has a decent car buying program but your best bet is to deal directly with the fleet sales manager. Buying in LA will also cut down on the shipping and freight charges since Long Beach is the main point of entry.