I had a unique situation where as the deposit for the vehicle on order was just dropped and I came in to fill his place. I think I actually paid much more. I'm not exactly sure on the amount but it was to secure the vehicle as myself first on the list and to cover shipping. Obviously my deposit went towards the financing of the S5.

 

Not sure what shipping cost he is talking about. I paid $1,100 over invoice for my 2011 S5 which I felt like was an OK deal. They did however make me put a $2500 deposit down to order the car ($2500 because of the Audi Exclusive Paint). At purchase I was able to put that $2500 towards my down payment or just get it back.

 

I don't think this is at all unusual for S5s, I've heard as much as 3K being put up to order, especially if you want something unusual or specia. Back when I ordered a 2002 M3 Silver with Cinnamon, I had to put up 5K - The going deposit to order an R8 (for a confirmed slot) is 20K - some saying it is NOT refundable - but in reality most would. Just be sure you know what the terms and conditions of your order contract state - READ it and decide to abide or walk - the dealer will do the same - usually no more or less.

 

$750 is a good price. My destination charge was $875...

 

I think this $750 shipping is something on top of the $875, he was unclear so I'm trying to ask him about this. This $750 is not mentioned as any sort of deposit or anything, so just seems like pure profit for the dealers (the way I interpret it right now).

If I am already charged $875 for destination, then I have no idea what the 750 is for. However, for my sake, I would hope you're right SanMiguel and he only charges me $750.

Also, I know S5 is a hot car, but its been out 3 years plus there around about 8 Audi dealers within 1-2 hour of DC, so I figure I could get a good deal - hoping for 500-750 above invoice.

Btw, I am doing a lease and not looking to put anything down.

 

I have never heard of any "shipping charges" when it comes to ordering the car. When I ordered my vehicle the person I worked with only had me put down $500 dollars and was fully refundable in an event I changed my mind. That $500 dollars went towards my cost of the vehicle. I would try other dealerships. Sounds like they are just trying to sneak in more profit.

 

Ya, definitely looks like more profits, as charging destination and some $750 "shipping" doesn't make sense.

Thanks zee, I will definitely contact West Broad in richmond.

 

I paid a $500 refundable deposit when I ordered my 2010 S5 Cabriolet last Spring

 

It sounds like the salesman is asking for more than $1,700 over the invoice. I would definitely confirm this and then go to another dealer and negotiate a price.

 

Turn out I was able to get him to go down to $750 over invoice (down from $975). He said the $750 shipping was to transfer another vehicle (it wasn't clear in his first email). So right now, I'm looking at 750+100 processing in MD.

The richmond dealer ended up with 500 over invoice, but wanted 499 processing fee.

Both places want full price for audi care.

I actually ended up at another audi dealer close to my house who wanted msrp and 10% deposit...crazy...

 

Find out how far it is being transported and then contact that dealer to find out if they'll deal.

 

Sounds like a good deal to me. I paid $1000 over invoice on an S5 cab order in MD + $99 processing.

 

I actually ended up getting $500 over invoice +100 processing at a diff dealer in MD - so I'm gonna make that deal.

Not bragging or anything - just providing info that there are good deals to be had during the winter time in case people are looking

 

pay to ship

My dealer made a deal with another dealer to buy their car and had to ship it 1800 miles and charged 750 extra. could this be it?:moped:

 

Yes, that would make sense. I had a family member who paid a similar fee for their car for that exact purpose.