Might be trading in for a new CRZ... - Honda CRZ Forum: Honda CR-Z Hybrid Car Forums

sohcsol · 09-17-2011, 05:39 PM

Yes, its true I already have a CRZ. Some of you know about the problems Ive had with it, and Ive been back and forth with the dealer service department a few times now. They say theres nothing wrong with the car and theres nothing more they can do, however I can still notice that something isnt quite right under very specific conditions. Most people probably wouldnt notice it at all.

So today I stopped by the dealer to see if they had any new ones on the lot I could test drive and see if it felt any different. They didnt have one, but said they could take mine on trade (for a loss on my part) and put me in a new one for about the same payments. This is something Ive actually considered so we talked for a bit.

I was able to work them down to a very good number, they offered me about $2300 less than my loan payoff for the car, but took $2200 off the sticker price for the new one which they still would need to track down from another dealer. Id be paying half the interest compared to my current loan and only $15 more a month for a shorter term.

Im strongly considering taking this offer, starting with a clean slate on the car. The only work Id be losing are the poorly tinted windows and claybar job I did a while back. All other mods Ive already taken off of my car.

What do you guys think about this offer? Its making me a little nervous to jump at this deal. Although I have been thinking a white one could be nice

The dealer is already tracking one down for me, so itd be kinda hard to back out at this point but Id still like your opinions.

JCRZ · 09-17-2011, 06:10 PM

I'd say take the deal

jujun · 09-17-2011, 06:30 PM

Go for it! Save yourself from all the trouble...

northbridge · 09-17-2011, 06:35 PM

shorter term, lower interest rate, newer car and the only con is $15 more a month? Id do it in a heartbeat.

Scotty001 · 09-17-2011, 06:55 PM

^ Ditto - But drive the new one first and try to replicate your issue.. Before you take the plunge and sign on the dotted line.

sohcsol · 09-17-2011, 07:45 PM

Okay thanks, I was leaning that direction too. And they are going to let me drive the new one before signing.

Only other thoughts were possibly to sell it and buy a new one, could potentially get more than the 17.7k trade in value but would feel bad knowing the car has issues.

Also considered if itd be worth waiting for a 2012, but im thinking probably not.

CRZCT · 09-17-2011, 07:58 PM

If your state gives a trade in allowance then your getting probally over a grand extra depending on tax rate , assuming your state does this of course .

wizkid057 · 09-17-2011, 08:33 PM

I'd jump on it. $15/mo more to reset the odometer? s**t.......

sohcsol · 09-17-2011, 09:46 PM

Well, its only 6000 miles Im gettin back but will be kinda nice. there were a few nicks and scratches bothering me too, so hopefully the new one will be flawless.

We had some good times, idk why when Im getting the exact same car but its kinda sad to leave her....

I think Ill get over it

lldsandsll · 09-18-2011, 09:49 AM

you guys are forgetting the most important part of the trade. he'd be getting a white one. do it man, white is awesome.

09-17-2011, 05:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
sohcsol Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 564	Might be trading in for a new CRZ... Yes, its true I already have a CRZ. Some of you know about the problems Ive had with it, and Ive been back and forth with the dealer service department a few times now. They say theres nothing wrong with the car and theres nothing more they can do, however I can still notice that something isnt quite right under very specific conditions. Most people probably wouldnt notice it at all. So today I stopped by the dealer to see if they had any new ones on the lot I could test drive and see if it felt any different. They didnt have one, but said they could take mine on trade (for a loss on my part) and put me in a new one for about the same payments. This is something Ive actually considered so we talked for a bit. I was able to work them down to a very good number, they offered me about $2300 less than my loan payoff for the car, but took $2200 off the sticker price for the new one which they still would need to track down from another dealer. Id be paying half the interest compared to my current loan and only $15 more a month for a shorter term. Im strongly considering taking this offer, starting with a clean slate on the car. The only work Id be losing are the poorly tinted windows and claybar job I did a while back. All other mods Ive already taken off of my car. What do you guys think about this offer? Its making me a little nervous to jump at this deal. Although I have been thinking a white one could be nice The dealer is already tracking one down for me, so itd be kinda hard to back out at this point but Id still like your opinions. __________________ 2011 CR-Z EX, 6MT, CBP, #7960

09-17-2011, 06:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
JCRZ Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: West Hartford, CT Posts: 1,782	I'd say take the deal __________________ "For those 17 seconds or more, I'm free..."

09-17-2011, 07:45 PM	#6 (permalink)
sohcsol Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 564	Okay thanks, I was leaning that direction too. And they are going to let me drive the new one before signing. Only other thoughts were possibly to sell it and buy a new one, could potentially get more than the 17.7k trade in value but would feel bad knowing the car has issues. Also considered if itd be worth waiting for a 2012, but im thinking probably not. __________________ 2011 CR-Z EX, 6MT, CBP, #7960

09-17-2011, 09:46 PM	#9 (permalink)
sohcsol Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 564	Well, its only 6000 miles Im gettin back but will be kinda nice. there were a few nicks and scratches bothering me too, so hopefully the new one will be flawless. We had some good times, idk why when Im getting the exact same car but its kinda sad to leave her.... I think Ill get over it __________________ 2011 CR-Z EX, 6MT, CBP, #7960

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09-17-2011, 07:58 PM	#7 (permalink)
CRZCT Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 106	If your state gives a trade in allowance then your getting probally over a grand extra depending on tax rate , assuming your state does this of course .

09-18-2011, 09:49 AM	#10 (permalink)
lldsandsll Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: S. Florida Posts: 1,603	you guys are forgetting the most important part of the trade. he'd be getting a white one. do it man, white is awesome.