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From MINIUSA PR:
MINI USA reported strong September sales, marking the first month the MINI convertible went on sale in the U.S. September sales of MINI automobiles were 2,917, up 27 percent from the 2,295 sold in the same month of 2003. Year-to-date, sales of MINI automobiles were level, with 25,670 cars compared to 25,720 sold a year ago.
With '05 deliveries in full force it would seem the sales numbers are back on track compared with the previous months.
<p>I guess this means I won't get a good deal on a 2005 MINI Cooper S?</p>
<p>Depends on what you mean by a good deal. Most people think a good deal is MSRP considering what you get for the money.</p>
<p>when i was first shopping for my 05 (which will be here in less than two weeks now) i thought there was such a thing as buying below MSRP. not true. if you can get MSRP and that's it, you'll be doing better than me. i, along with many others, paid a 500 dealer premium they call the “get ready” fee. what it actually gets you is floor mats and a shiny car! thing to really shop for is your APR if you're financing, or your money factor if you're leasing. you know, i was going to lease my car until i worked out the numbers and realized that buying it would be better in the long run. i'm actually now getting a loaded cooper s for just about only a little more than if i were leasing one with less options! crazy.</p>
<p>I don't think that anyone should pay anything above MSRP. All that is really going on with a “market adjustment” or “prep fee” is the dealer steeling your money. Find a trustworthy dealer and ship your car if you have to. It is worth it in the long run.</p>