Buying Advice 2320 price what do you think?

[AKfish]

Just had a "heart-to-heart" discussion with my local dealer regarding my recent purchase of a JD 5075M from a dealership that's 4,700 miles away!!

They wouldn't budge from 7.5% below the JD website numbers! Of course, that's exactly what they did with the previous 2 tractors I've purchased in the past 7-8 years as well! So, I wasn't surprised...

That said, it was a painstaking process to even get them to move towards 7.5% off. They'd only move after I provided competing bids from other dealers.

We all need local dealers... but, those dealerships must also recognize the basic rule of competition as well. 'Cause we ALL have to pay our bills and as much as we might like it - the dealer isn't gonna pay for my heat and lights if I come up short - any more that I'd offer to pay his overhead; if he comes up short!

Long and short message - beat the bushes - for dealerships that are close enough that you might be able to trailer the tractor yourself (or with help from a buddy) or with the help of a shipping company.

With those numbers in hand and head - visit your local guys - and bring donuts!

AKfish

 

[JDOneDay]

From what I hear, the dealers in Maine rarely come off of list price. Many travel to NH or Mass to get a better price.

Tell the dealer you look at the web site and the prices there are lower. Ask him to explain where he is getting them. That is the least he could do for you. :thumbsup:

 

[JDGreenGrass]

From what I hear, the dealers in Maine rarely come off of list price. Many travel to NH or Mass to get a better price.

Tell the dealer you look at the web site and the prices there are lower. Ask him to explain where he is getting them. That is the least he could do for you. :thumbsup:

Not always true.

I know of 2 guys that have been very satisfied with price out the door.

But, service after the sale is questionable. Which sort of makes sense to me...The Ag Tractors seem to take priority over the compacts. In other words, farmers who have had long relationships with the dealer comes first.

 

[dmay]

I have no direct experience with this dealer but online they are offering a brand new 2011 - 2520, FEL, MMM advertised for $16,999:

Compact/Utility Tractors, John Deere Tractor and Loader 2520 4WD- Mutton Power Equipment

 

[smalltown]

Thanks Dmay yes I have looked at their ads! Quite a discount from what i have been quoted.

 

[RaisedonDeere]

I have no direct experience with this dealer but online they are offering a brand new 2011 - 2520, FEL, MMM advertised for $16,999:

Compact/Utility Tractors, John Deere Tractor and Loader 2520 4WD- Mutton Power Equipment

Mutton power are excellent people to deal with and no sales tax if you live in any state but indiana. All you have to pay for is shipping and price varies by location. Don't rule them out they have been selling tractors by far cheaper than any dealer around my area.. :thumbsup:

Ask for Javan or Shane @ Mutton power. 1-888-284-9606

Loader removal video @ Mutton power

YouTube - How To: Remove a Loader on a 2000 Series John Deere

 

[smalltown]

Well got another quote from dealer on a new 2520 after showing him the JD configurator price. Told him I wound probably need to buy used as the cost for new was to high, but wanted to try one more time. Still wants ~ $4,000 more than JD configurator price.
2520: 62D mower, 200cx loader 53" bucket #46 backhoe, and engine block heater $25,852 :confused2:.

P.S. Really would prefere to buy local, but my options seem to be running out quickly. Heck I thought buying a car was a pain!

 

[JDOneDay]

Still wants ~ $4,000 more than JD configurator price.

What did he give as his reason for being so far over MSRP?

 

[smalltown]

Wouldn't really give a reason, but thought his numbers were good.

 

[JDGreenGrass]

Well got another quote from dealer on a new 2520 after showing him the JD configurator price. Told him I wound probably need to buy used as the cost for new was to high, but wanted to try one more time. Still wants ~ $4,000 more than JD configurator price.
2520: 62D mower, 200cx loader 53" bucket #46 backhoe, and engine block heater $25,852 :confused2:.

P.S. Really would prefere to buy local, but my options seem to be running out quickly. Heck I thought buying a car was a pain!

That's ridiculous. Sounds to me like he doesn't want to sell you a tractor. His loss.

smalltown....I feel for ya. It must be like:mur::mur::mur:

Boy, I think I would tell him to take a long walk on a short pier.

But, the real rip-off happens when the next guy walks in and buys it at that high price.:confused2:

Really too bad for what you are going through. Be patient...a nice used tractor just might pop up on CL>

Best wishes.