2005 Honda Pricing Changes

**bigdongers** · 05-01-2005 02:16 AM

Originally Posted by gundam

I guess for starters there is no need for a discount on the Euro- why discount on something that's in high demand with tight supply?

That being said do check out the offer for this month. I think everyone will be as surprised as I was. The offers are worth more than what the savings from the duties should have bring.

To everyone who brought a new Honda in the last couple of months just keep in mind that you have brought a car that is a absolute hot property before everyone else- and that counts for something.

To everyone who wants to buy a Honda- do it in the month of Jan! There will not be a better opportunity. Recent price realignments, model changes/upgrades, spec changes and now such a great offer on most of the Honda range.

Supply is strictly limited, and for many of the models people are looking at March delivery if dealer stock runs out.

what offers are going on this month Gundam? I have not seem anything advertised in Perth and we are into January already. Can you give us some insiders info please

**cybermivec** · 05-01-2005 08:45 AM

Originally Posted by bigdongers

the iPod deal sounds interesting. I wonder if they will somehow integrate it into the stereo.

Where are the details of the Ipod deal - can't find anything on Honda's site!

**gundam** · 05-01-2005 12:17 PM

Originally Posted by cybermivec

Where are the details of the Ipod deal - can't find anything on Honda's site!

I think the ads are due to hit airwaves on this weekend, although there are un-foreseen production problems that it might be delayed for couple of days. But in the mean time your local dealer would be receiving full details of the offer within this week so if you are intending to buy your car this weekend you'll be right.

It's easy to tell whether if the dealer know about the new offer- they would have posted the "Honda January Clearance" banner on their dealership. Can't miss them.

**civiceg9** · 05-01-2005 12:32 PM

Gundam so do u have a 2005 Type S
how much u get it for?
want a reference price so I can go out and start talking hehe.

**gundam** · 05-01-2005 03:28 PM

Originally Posted by civiceg9

Gundam so do u have a 2005 Type S
how much u get it for?
want a reference price so I can go out and start talking hehe.

My car is on a lease.

As for a bargaining point, I dare say you will be getting a terrific deal along with the January offer. That would be a substantial saving in itself. The rest is whether or not the dealership you visit have too much stock of the Type S. If you are in Sydney, try Rick Damellians.

**bigdongers** · 05-01-2005 04:20 PM

so is this special only for 04 stock and not 05 built stock?

I doubt they would have that much 04 stock to clear since Jazz, CRV, Euro, Odyssey all sell pretty well. It would mainly be Civics and big Accords they would be clearing.

I am guessing they are doing drive away deals and 5 years warranty? Am I right?

Wow I just noticed the new price for the big Accords. Man the 2.4 is only 29990. This is good value! Also 34k for the V6 not bad either!

**Thorn2004** · 06-01-2005 01:41 AM

I didn't see any mention of the Integra, any price changes there? I like the new Red too, same red as the Integra has, still like my ABP better though

I can see the tradeoff with the Euro Luxury having 17 inch rims, upgraded suspension thrown in and the price staying the same, but what about the Standard Accord Euro? The prices are staying the same but there are no added benefits of buying one? Guess Honda are looking at making more profit and not passing anything on to the customers?

**gundam** · 06-01-2005 11:51 AM

Originally Posted by bigdongers

so is this special only for 04 stock and not 05 built stock?

I doubt they would have that much 04 stock to clear since Jazz, CRV, Euro, Odyssey all sell pretty well. It would mainly be Civics and big Accords they would be clearing.

I am guessing they are doing drive away deals and 5 years warranty? Am I right?

Wow I just noticed the new price for the big Accords. Man the 2.4 is only 29990. This is good value! Also 34k for the V6 not bad either!

The way I read the offer is valid for all new cars sold during the campaign. Likely to be an 05 plated vehicle unless otherwise told by your dealer. There aren't any 05 build Honda in the country yet.

The main 04 plated stock left in dealerland are UA Accords and 04 model CR-V with, along with demo vehicles.

The UA Accord is now such a value for money car that it will be an absolute disgrace if it is not selling like hot cakes. Anyone who complains about the size and firmness of the Euro should get their asses in one of these UA Accords.

**gundam** · 06-01-2005 11:57 AM

Originally Posted by Thorn2004

I didn't see any mention of the Integra, any price changes there? I like the new Red too, same red as the Integra has, still like my ABP better though

I can see the tradeoff with the Euro Luxury having 17 inch rims, upgraded suspension thrown in and the price staying the same, but what about the Standard Accord Euro? The prices are staying the same but there are no added benefits of buying one? Guess Honda are looking at making more profit and not passing anything on to the customers?

No change to the pricing of the Integra. Keep in mind that the new model was released about 3 months ago, and price was adjusted back then in anticipation of the tariff reductions.

I'm sure a lot of current Euro owners would rather Honda maintain its current price point than to discount and jeopardizethe resell value of the vehicle. Honda and Subaru are the 2 premier Japanese manufacturers that pays alot of attention to aftersales and resell value.

**Spanners** · 06-01-2005 12:01 PM

C'mon guys look at all the dates. Press release on Euro was December 22 so must have been posted here late (1 Jan) and then Tariff reduction kicked in on January 1 when Euro did drop in price to $33500.

Careful your not being too hard on Honda as the price on the Euro was hot to start with and certainly a better car then the 6. when I got involved even the sales guys didn't expect thecar to be released at the price it was so we all got a pleasant financial surprise!

I agree with the previuous comments on the demand issue.

**bigdongers** · 06-01-2005 01:51 PM

Its certainly true the the Euro is still selling very well but Honda should not use this as an excuse to not sell more of this model by passing on the tarriff savings. The Mazda 6 is a bigger volume seller than the Euro and Mazda still passed on the savings.

In November, Subaru overtook Honda for sales year to date for the first time. This is very bad considering that Subaru has a very limited line up compared to Honda. Being cocky and arrogant on pricing is one sure way to lose potential customers.