[s-cars] Re: Dealer Discount Parts

[hmarcnguyen at netscape.net]

Scott wrote:
 
> The best I have found was Park Place Audi in Rochester MN @20% off list (with
> ACNA Membership Number).  That presents an interesting situation I have 
> uncovered.  Call around to 3 to 4 Audi Dealers and give them a few (dealer only) 
> part numbers to quote.  You will get different pricing from each dealer.  
> Dealers must put a markup on their pricing across the board.  That is really 
> frustrating when attempting to get the best price.
>
> Does anyone have a relationship with a dealer that would recommend buying 
> parts?  I'm going to be placing an order for over $2000 in the next week. I just 
> want to get treated fairly w/o the markup BS.
 
I've noticed in the DC-Baltimore area, dealer prices on the same part vary greatly as well.  The markup seems to be in part based on the specific location of the dealer.  The ones in "higher rent" areas have corresponding higher prices.  When I bought my Bolero wheels a number of years ago the list price at Criswell Audi in Annapolis 45 miles from DC, about was what was listed on the Audi USA website.  The list price at Audi of Alexandria and HBL, both of which are in the immediate DC area was 10-15% higher then the "list" price.  Obviously, I went with Criswell and their 15% ACNA discount.  I've had good luck with Criswell since then.  Joe Malatesta is the parts manager, is an Audi Club member, and very helpful.  Their number is 443-482-3280.  Don't know if they can beat Park Place, but I've been happy with them.
 
It's good to be back on the list...
 
Marc
'85 urQ (about to under go AAN conversion)
'01 A4 (SCCA ITE)
'02 Tundra 
former '93 urS4
former '87 4kq
former '74 Fox
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