cast_and_blast
Gold Member
I've recently gotten serious about pricing out a JD 2305. It includes:
JD 2305 with Turf Tires
62C MMM with independent lift
200CX Loader
JD Ballast Box
When I use the JD "configurator" I get a list price of $15,755 pre-tax.
I've been less than thrilled with the response and prices at my closest JD dealer so I've expanded my search as there are over 15 dealers within 25 miles of me here in MN. I've called 6 of the major dealers so far.
What is amazing to me is the vast differences in prices that I'm being quoted for the exact same setups. I've been quoted anywhere from $15.5K down to $13.7K when dealing with these folks over the phone. The higher priced dealers are always anxious to know how they "stack-up" against their competitors and are upset to hear that they are anywhere from $500 to $1.8K high. They usually want to know which dealer is selling for a low price as well.
Is there a "standard" discount that JD dealers have worked out? I've gotten the same price from 3 of them (down to the exact dollar) yet they are not owned by the same parent company.
What have you found to be the best strategy for:
a) Getting a good price from JD on the equipment you want,
b) Getting your local or hometown dealers to get more aggressive on their pricing?
Let me be clear - I do value building a business relationship with my dealer; I'm not in this to squeeze the last nickel out of the deal. Part of that relationship is getting a competitive price on the front-end. I would love to keep my business local - just not sure I want to spend the the extra $1K (this is about 7% more) to do so.
Your advice is appreciated!
Scott
JD 2305 with Turf Tires
62C MMM with independent lift
200CX Loader
JD Ballast Box
When I use the JD "configurator" I get a list price of $15,755 pre-tax.
I've been less than thrilled with the response and prices at my closest JD dealer so I've expanded my search as there are over 15 dealers within 25 miles of me here in MN. I've called 6 of the major dealers so far.
What is amazing to me is the vast differences in prices that I'm being quoted for the exact same setups. I've been quoted anywhere from $15.5K down to $13.7K when dealing with these folks over the phone. The higher priced dealers are always anxious to know how they "stack-up" against their competitors and are upset to hear that they are anywhere from $500 to $1.8K high. They usually want to know which dealer is selling for a low price as well.
Is there a "standard" discount that JD dealers have worked out? I've gotten the same price from 3 of them (down to the exact dollar) yet they are not owned by the same parent company.
What have you found to be the best strategy for:
a) Getting a good price from JD on the equipment you want,
b) Getting your local or hometown dealers to get more aggressive on their pricing?
Let me be clear - I do value building a business relationship with my dealer; I'm not in this to squeeze the last nickel out of the deal. Part of that relationship is getting a competitive price on the front-end. I would love to keep my business local - just not sure I want to spend the the extra $1K (this is about 7% more) to do so.
Your advice is appreciated!
Scott