[nicolegordon]

Model Purchased---------- Modern Steel Passport Elite, Black Interior
Accessories Added-------- None. (Will add 8yr/120K/$0 HondaCare for $1395)
MSRP----------------------- $44,675
Discount off MSRP-------- $2,952 (including $500 for military discount)
Vehicle Traded------------- 2010 Subaru Outback 3.6R Premium
Trade-in down payment--- $9,300
Price out the door was approximately $44,500 (TT&L, $499 dealer fee)

Purchased in Alabama but titled in Florida.

Had another offer for $44,600 out the door. Vehicle price was $39,915 with $500 military discount, but $799 doc fee and a $1200 dealer package (nitrogen, pinstripe, wheel locks, paint protection, etc) raised the price.

Feel pretty good about the deal and my wife absolutely loves the new vehicle. Can't wait to put some miles on.

 

[nicolegordon]

Thanks. We really enjoyed the Outback...9 years and zero problems. If the Outback had 5K towing capability it would have made the decision more difficult. The Ascent (tows 5K) is really nice, but the size, 3 rows of seating, and the idea of towing with a turbo 4 didn't appeal to us. I was almost going to pull the trigger on an RTL-E Ridgeline, but once the Passport was announced the search was over.

 

[nicolegordon]

Honda also offers a maintenance plan that may be discounted further if purchased at the same time through some dealerships. The maintenance plan for 48 months and 60k miles is $855 (additional $200 discount) and covers all required maintenance from the maintenance minder, to include oil changes, cabin filter changes, etc. The $1395 price for HondaCare is pretty much dealer cost... So about as low as you can get.

Fur a quote on different policy terms check out College Hills, Saccucci, or Hyannis Honda. These the routinely provide the lowest price for the Honda are policies. You can purchase from any dealer, so be sure to shop around.

 

[nicolegordon]

Personally I think you should be able to get another $1500 to $2000 discount. There are quite a few dealers out there willing to discount further.

Check CarGurus.com for the model you are looking for then extend the search nationally and check the prices. If you are willing to travel you can use that as leverage. A $200 airplane ticket is worth saving a thousand or more dollars.

 

[nicolegordon]

emilgram, if you are in South Florida, check out Braman Honda:

https://www.bramanhondapb.com/new-inventory/?q=model_Passport

You might be able to work on them a little more because they add some dealer supplied options. However, even with those options, it is still a significant discount off MSRP. Might be a good choice if they have the color that you want.