Search for a unicorn 2014 FRS (CA)

[torqdork]

Originally Posted by calmtigers

Haha does sound good but sadly, I will have been driving since 6am >.> not sure I want to be focusing too hard in the curvies!

Edit: how long should I stay at certain rpms?

I'm with humfrz, maybe 5-10 minutes then change gears from 6th to 5th, maybe even 4th if it doesn't exceed 4K rpm although I wouldn't worry about a few blips above that or holding speed a little longer. Then back up through the gears and repeat.

Then every half-hour take an exit ramp to gently brake and downshift through the gears to a stop to exercise the tranny then accel up the entrance ramp. Mainly avoid using cruise control during the drive home and no WOT until 1K miles (yes, I ran up to 5K a couple of times to blend with traffic and get a hint of what was coming soon).

Excited for you! Expecting pics tomorrow!

[calmtigers]

@torqdork
Thanks for the detailed guide!
I'm more excited for the day after christmas than I am christmas itself!

Hope you all are having a happy holiday, and a merry christmas

[Wes]

If you want to drive, go to Power Toyota/Scion in Cerritos, and talk to Weng Foong, he'll take care of you, I requested for no FLP and he took care of it without any hassle, tell him I referred you

[solidONE]

Originally Posted by calmtigers

I'm finally getting close to purchasing a 14 Whiteout FRS (6mt) with no add ons.
I've called in my local dealer (who I bought my 10 corolla from) and told them exactly what I wanted etc.

However, the issue seems to be that they can not 100% gaurantee that it doesn't have the front license plate drilled in.

This for me is a deal breaker. While I understand it's California law, i've seen many pick them up before they drill the front of the car.

Anyone in California have any experience with this or know a good dealership that will pull some strings to get me what I want?

I'm not sure if you have Longo Toyota dealership near you, but they do not install the front plate holder.

[fistpoint]

Originally Posted by calmtigers

So the key to no holes is a fresh delivery? Or generally it seems that way. Waiting for the dealer to call me back.

Absolutely. I guess most of us forgot to mention that part. I believe as soon as the car gets the PDI is when the holes get made. And the PDI usually occurs as soon as the cars arrive.

So yea, the "no holes please" only works on cars that are NOT currently on the lot, unless the dealer doesn't drill, which is what I found around a few dealers in Houston.

Originally Posted by calmtigers

He also told me that there is a 500$ deposit for them to have a car delivered. I'm assuming if I'm not happy with it I can tell them I don't want it. However, my worry is that they'll charge me for delivery if I want another one?

Deposit is normal practice, a non-refundable deposit is NOT normal. I played with my dealer in regard to the refundable deposit. He initially said no, until I said "well that's too bad then, thanks"...then suddenly it changes to "oh wait of course we can refund it".

If they want your business, your deposit should have in writing that it is 100% refundable. If not, walk away(hang up phone because you shouldn't be in person at this stage anyway).

Having a car delivered from another dealer is another story. They swap one of theirs for the one you want, but 2 people are being paid to drive these cars. In this case I would think no refund because they did go out of pocket to make it happen. A car being delivered to the lot as part of their normal inventory does not apply. These cars aren't ordered, they are allocated. What comes in what they get.

[calmtigers]

So what ended up happening is that I looked for a Sacramento Toyota dealer as my father was going to Sac on thursday (tomorrow).
Called one in Elk Grove because I saw that they had one with no options. Talked to the first guy in sales, who seemed a bit rude at first.

He called me back in 10 minutes and told me that there was one that just came off the truck and the guy who did the PDI had taken the day off.
My luck, white MT, no front license plate.

He even said he's going to fulfill a graduate discount (we'll hope tomorrow), and he's holding the car until tomorrow at 12!

Lets hope, that the car has no front licenseplate tomorrow and that everything goes smoothly!

EDIT: It was Elk Grove Scion!

[N1rve]

Originally Posted by calmtigers

So what ended up happening is that I looked for a Sacramento Toyota dealer as my father was going to Sac on thursday (tomorrow).
Called one in Roseville because I saw that they had one with no options. Talked to the first guy in sales, who seemed a bit rude at first.

He called me back in 10 minutes and told me that there was one that just came off the truck and the guy who did the PDI had taken the day off.
My luck, white MT, no front license plate.

He even said he's going to fulfill a graduate discount (we'll hope tomorrow), and he's holding the car until tomorrow at 12!

Lets hope, that the car has no front licenseplate tomorrow and that everything goes smoothly!

Good luck!

[calmtigers]

No car guys, it was perfect and then fucking Elk Grove Toyota wanted to give me 3.09% interested when my father has a 850+ credit score.

The search begins again. Anyone get a good percent on a 14? These guys are fucking tire kickers been here since 11am

[the new guy]

I was financed through a credit union. Get pre approved so you can walk in with a check and get your beauty!

[calmtigers]

Might go talk to a credit union tomorrow, seriously fuck these guys at Elk Grove, they kept running us around took absolutely forever

[Spartan65]

Originally Posted by calmtigers

I'm finally getting close to purchasing a 14 Whiteout FRS (6mt) with no add ons.
I've called in my local dealer (who I bought my 10 corolla from) and told them exactly what I wanted etc.

However, the issue seems to be that they can not 100% gaurantee that it doesn't have the front license plate drilled in.

This for me is a deal breaker. While I understand it's California law, i've seen many pick them up before they drill the front of the car.

Anyone in California have any experience with this or know a good dealership that will pull some strings to get me what I want?

There is one like you want sitting in front of Beaver Toyota right now in NM
Beaver Toyota

[B L U E S L A T E]

Originally Posted by calmtigers

300$ I'd rather not spend. Not sure if you've seen my corolla but it was about 1/2 from the ground and I drove that thing everywhere.

Not sure if you've tried to sell a newer car but something they will notice is repaints and replaced parts. Why would I not just wait to get what I want than pay extra for unsightly holes and later resale decrease



I have my reasons for this bud, not just me being anal

Thanks guys for all the great info and advice!
Monday I'll find out if the car my dealer found at their sister dealer has holes in it or not!

Go to Longo Toyota. Talk to Jeff Chang. He'll hook you up with a brand new FR-S no questions asked... without plate holes.

[torqdork]

Originally Posted by calmtigers

Might go talk to a credit union tomorrow, seriously fuck these guys at Elk Grove, they kept running us around took absolutely forever

Several here have mentioned this place being easy to work with and about the best rates anywhere:

https://www.penfed.org/New-Auto-Loan/

[calmtigers]

Originally Posted by torqdork

Several here have mentioned this place being easy to work with and about the best rates anywhere:

https://www.penfed.org/New-Auto-Loan/

Any brick and mortar stores? What's ridiculous is both mine and my fathers credit score is really good. Now this dealer is just trying squeeze the last penny out.

Also longo is the long term plan if nothing works out Nor Cal (sac area).. I'm here for a few days so I may as well try the credit union deal as they have one of my liking and I've driven here anyway..