Where is the $19,500 Model?????

[turbomangt]

From what I've read the best about thing the Solstice is the sticker pirce of under 20K, what I want to know is where is this car? All the dealers around here are telling me 26-30k is what they want? I thought bank robbing was illegal? Gary

[Solstice baby]

It was under 20k until the dealers realized how hot it is!

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[MAKsys]

At the rate Pontiac and their dealers are pi$$ing-off the people that want this car it might not be long before you can pick one up for MSRP (or less )

[deluke]

Originally Posted by MAKsys At the rate Pontiac and their dealers are pi$$ing-off the people that want this car it might not be long before you can pick one up for MSRP (or less )

You would have to order a stripped model and it's 19995.00 with shipping.There are alot of dealers selling at MSRP. But I don't think you will find a stripped one.

[Small Dealer]

Originally Posted by turbomangt From what I've read the best about thing the Solstice is the sticker pirce of under 20K, what I want to know is where is this car? All the dealers around here are telling me 26-30k is what they want? I thought bank robbing was illegal? Gary

First off there was never a $19,500 model. Base price without any options for a Solstice is $19,995.

Secondly, very few people wanted the base model. Most order equipment with many fully loading the car to push the MSRP to $25,000 or more.

Third, the public showed that they felt the Solstice was worth more then MSRP buy listing, selling and buying the car in places like eBay.

Lastly, you are correct that bank robbery is illegal. So you must find another way to pay for a Solstice. Many have found bank loans both legal and affordable in the 5.9% APR range.



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[turbomangt]

Like I said before, I will wait for the price to come down and in time order one with a turbo. I waited when I ordered my PT Cruiser and was the first to get a Turbo at my dealer. I have no regrets, the car performs much better then the stock model. I guess when I get my Solstice I can honestly say I'll have twin turbo's

[deluke]

Originally Posted by turbomangt Like I said before, I will wait for the price to come down and in time order one with a turbo. I waited when I ordered my PT Cruiser and was the first to get a Turbo at my dealer. I have no regrets, the car performs much better then the stock model. I guess when I get my Solstice I can honestly say I'll have twin turbo's

I heard the turbo is going to be 5,000.00 more, just for the turbo alone.Now add options. Any one can pipe in if they know something different.

[brentil]

If you order early and get a signed MSRP contract like most of us did there's absolutely no issue of paying over MSRP. Also if you just do some real leg work you'll find plenty of dealers selling at MSRP still.

[brentil]

Originally Posted by deluke I heard the turbo is going to be 5,000.00 more, just for the turbo alone.Now add options. Any one can pipe in if they know something different.

If the GXP does cost $5k more for the base I'm betting you'll get far more then just a Turbocharged engine. GM is trying to compete with Mazda on this, they're not going to price themselves out of their competitions range for a base car.

[deluke]

Originally Posted by brentil If the GXP does cost $5k more for the base I'm betting you'll get far more then just a Turbocharged engine. GM is trying to compete with Mazda on this, they're not going to price themselves out of their competitions range for a base car.

Thanks.

[Fformula88]

Originally Posted by deluke I heard the turbo is going to be 5,000.00 more, just for the turbo alone.Now add options. Any one can pipe in if they know something different.

I just wanted to add that I have yet to really see any creditable rumors about what kind of price the GXP will carry when it hits market. So I would take any blanket number you hear such as this one with a grain of salt. Lots of people are speculating, but that is just wild speculation.

[Breeze]

[QUOTE=Small Dealer]Lastly, you are correct that bank robbery is illegal. So you must find another way to pay for a Solstice. Many have found bank loans both legal and affordable in the 5.9% APR range.[QUOTE]


Regarding the expected GXP, if the basic model is limited in number and priced at a premium, can you imagine how things will be for the even more scarce and arguably more desirable GXP?

[Fformula88]

Good point Breeze. Chances are the GXP will have a strong initial demand too. Hopefully, with the base Sol eating up a lot of the people who just have to have the car for it's styling, it won't be as bad. That said, I am sure some dealers will still try to gouch, and supply will certainly be tight.

One thing that may help is that the Sky Redline will also be on the market at about the same time, adding volume and dispersing some people away from the Sol.

You bring up a good question too. Supply. We have yet to really touch on how limited GM will make the GXP? Will they set a number, like 5,000 a year (25%)? Will they allow up to half?

Price is also a big factor here. If the price really jumps, it will help curtail some of the rabid demand we see now. If it is the screaming deal the base car is (and I have a feeling it will be) then who knows.

[Editguy]

Originally Posted by Fformula88 One thing that may help is that the Sky Redline will also be on the market at about the same time, adding volume and dispersing some people away from the Sol. .

But how much will it really help since they will be produced on the same line? I will be really surprised if this car in any of it's forms is easy to get for at least three years.

[jstand6]

Originally Posted by Fformula88 I just wanted to add that I have yet to really see any creditable rumors about what kind of price the GXP will carry when it hits market. So I would take any blanket number you hear such as this one with a grain of salt. Lots of people are speculating, but that is just wild speculation.

Well, the best bet is to look at the competition. The Mazdaspeed Miata's MSRP is $26,340 with only a single package (Grand Touring) available for $800 plus a few little options here and there (cargo net, chrome fuel door, perimeter alarm, etc.). However, the Mazdaspeed Miata comes pretty much loaded (AC, power windows/locks, 6-spd, LSD, upgraded suspension, Bose 6-disc, ABS, Racing Hart wheels, performance tires, body kit, etc.), with the option of leather and cloth top. I wonder how Pontiac will equip the GXP. I would imagine they will try to keep the price below what Mazda was charging for the Mazdaspeed.