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I just test drove one of the cars seen in the OP search results. A new FR-S in Steel going for 23k. I was hoping that the 2017 refresh would come with an improved interior, since I really dislike the center console design and HVAC controls on the existing models. Since that's not happening, I figured I might as well shop the current market for a good deal.
I would prefer Halo and without a spoiler, but the only one they had in white was an auto and I want a manual. Having never shopped at a Scion dealer, I asked if they would negotiate on the price. I even told them that although the car is not exactly the one I want, if they would come down a little more on the price we could close the sale. They wouldn't do it. They were pretty serious about the pure pricing policy, and the price they advertise is the only price they can accept.
Interesting story on the test drive- there was a weird smell and sound coming from the engine bay on my test drive. The salesman dismissed it, of course, but I knew something was amiss. So I pulled over and popped the hood and inside the engine compartment there was a family of rabbits that had made a nice little home against the transmission bell housing. They were visibly terrified. I can only imagine how it must of been for them as I ran through some slalom maneuvers on an empty road behind the dealership, and then did a nice brake test from 60. Poor guys. Who knows how long it's been since anyone else test drove that car. I bet they spent the whole winter in there without ever being bothered until I showed up.
I'll keep an eye on that car as I look at some other options, including lightly used models. I like the red stitched knee pads and other little upgrades on the 2015+ models, but I'm tempted to save some money and buy a 2013 Hot Lava. The car looks really nice in that color.
Will
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