Rated 8
Buying a 2011 Kia Optima, and saving $2000 off of MSRP.
The vehicle was chosen based on reviews of the car as well as test driving this and comparing to a few other models. The price of the car was also a factor in the decision.
This dealer was the first we found in Edmonton willing to negotiate on price for the Optima. We also found the sales rep we dealt with, Richard Lee, to be extremely helpful and easy to work with. He did not apply sales pressure that we experienced at other dealerships (such as insisting to introduce us to the Sales Manager before we said we made up our mind) and was knowledgeable about the vehicle.
When it came down to start talking about price, we started with the Car Cost Canada report and insisted on negotiating the final price (including tax and fees) vs the typical monthly payment that can end up distorting the actual cost of the vehicle.
I cannot say whether or not we are yet completely satisfied with the dealer, as we have not yet had too many experiences with them other than Richard.
Benjamin from Edmonton, AB
reported on Monday, October 10, 2011