Hi guys,
After reading into this forum a lot, ive had my eyes set on purchasing a used 2009 ralliart in NZ (they've discontinued the model here, dealers dont know why either :S).
I've read a lot about the transmissions potential problems (although since im specifically searching for problems related to it, it could be why i think theres a lot of problems related to it), and so ill be asking the dealer to see if it gets covered by the bumper to bumper warranty on it as he said he will get me this with 3 years warranty.
If anyone with experience can tell me whether the bumper to bumper warranty will cover the transmission, let me know. Because otherwise i will purchase it for 1000 nzd cheaper without the warranty.
The car in question is on this link:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used...-550836557.htm
I realise some others has asked about the price in the US, but maybe if theres anyone closer to NZ could chime in on it. And it turns out to be around 26200 USD for the above model.
Also, is there anything in particular i should look out for when i ask for the full service history of this car from the dealer?
Ive also looked at this listing, a 2010 Ralliart model with roughly the same KMs but without the recaro seats (funny how it has the speakers though, i thought it was either the full package or nothing with these models).
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used...-565174509.htm
The dealer said he could give me 31000 NZD for it - around 28000 USD. (this guy wont budge on the price at all).
Ive asked the dealer how much ill be looking at to servicing the Ralliart and hes given me a booklet which shows "Non Turb 'B' Service" for 189 NZD, and says itll roughly be around 200-300 NZD every year. However i think ive read on this forum that someone used over 1600 USD for their 35000 mile maintenance
Since the cars nearing the 50000km mark (roughly 31000 miles), could i get the dealers to do the 35000 mile service before purchasing the Ralliart?
Just a final question with the recaro seats, can they be tilted fully back like most other cars with levers on the side? I cant recall if the one i test drove had a lever on the side...
Thanks for all your help guys, ive looked into the pros and cons for this car and right now the pros are greater than cons.
Just want to make sure if the price is right (if i should ask for lower, and if so what details i could use) and if the warranty is worth it.