Buying my 2nd SA and dealer is just as fair as the first time.
Some dealers may be taking advantage of the market and you can’t exactly blame them if there are 3.5x the boat buyers.
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Buying my 2nd SA and dealer is just as fair as the first time.
Some dealers may be taking advantage of the market and you can’t exactly blame them if there are 3.5x the boat buyers.
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Spot on Larry. Lol. Well Done.
I just returned from my appointment with Marine Products where I received a build sheet for a 21’ Max. Looks like I was offered almost exactly 7% off list with the first service included plus the discount in the pro shop. I was hoping I could get some ballast, ropes and maybe one beginner board thrown in, but maybe when I come in with my checkbook next time, I can convince him throw in a few more freebies if I promise to write out the deposit then and there.
I was pretty impressed with the value proposition, it actually came in noticeably cheaper than the Supreme I am comparing it to. The Supreme is more than a foot longer though.
Man.. just got my makai quote
~2% off, no first service, no mention of life jackets etc, $3200 in dealer prep and freight plus tax... tax is a little high, a tad over $112k otd and on the trailer for a 2021 makai with the 400 6.2.... :confused:
I tried to stop in, but they said it would be better to arrange the quote over the phone. No inventory, limited supply, it really didnt' sound like there would be an opportunity to deal(which I understand due to economics), or build a relationship.
To be honest, I'm a little put out by the dealer. I really like the Moombas over what's available in this price range in the market, but I felt as if I was being a pest just trying to get a quote. Technically they've been very helpful, just sort of a soup nazi feel from Seinfield when it comes to being able to buy a boat..
What is the typical deposit for a custom build?
Both of my Supras were $2500 and honestly that is what I offered to put down, never really questioned what was required.
It may make a difference what color or options, if you picked something crazy versus a more mainstream color scheme, that could adjust the deposit.
As long as it’s a highly desirable color scheme that the dealer can sell if you back out, the deposit should be low.
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