Vinceng Turbocharged January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 (edited) There was apparently a buying frenzy over the weekend of 7 and 8 Jan after COE dipped on 5 Jan bidding. Cycle &Carriage, for example has raised prices of its Kia Cerato Forte by $2K as of 10 Jan. But the salesman told me that he can hold existing prices for me if I commit by this Sun. While in writing, buyers must take at least 50% loan and in-house insurance, I was also told this "can be discussed and they can be flexible." So those keen to commit still have room for negotiation. Probably a good time to commit as prices are expected to rocket once quota is further reduced this year. Edited January 10, 2012 by Vinceng ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyvern 1st Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 I guess this would be the last train for car sales... After this round, COE would expect to rise. Those dealers would then be facing a hard time... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longg8 Clutched January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 There was apparently a buying frenzy over the weekend of 7 and 8 Jan after COE dipped on 5 Jan bidding. Cycle &Carriage, for example has raised prices of its Kia Cerato Forte by $2K as of 10 Jan. But the salesman told me that he can hold existing prices for me if I commit by this Sun. While in writing, buyers must take at least 50% loan and in-house insurance, I was also told this "can be discussed and they can be flexible." So those keen to commit still have room for negotiation. Probably a good time to commit as prices are expected to rocket once quota is further reduced this year. 2 words to the dealer... F off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nf0rc3r 1st Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 2 words to the dealer... F off. Yes. Quota for Cat A increases this next 6 months due to scrapping of all the old civics.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ithunk 1st Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 There was apparently a buying frenzy over the weekend of 7 and 8 Jan after COE dipped on 5 Jan bidding. Cycle &Carriage, for example has raised prices of its Kia Cerato Forte by $2K as of 10 Jan. But the salesman told me that he can hold existing prices for me if I commit by this Sun. While in writing, buyers must take at least 50% loan and in-house insurance, I was also told this "can be discussed and they can be flexible." So those keen to commit still have room for negotiation. Probably a good time to commit as prices are expected to rocket once quota is further reduced this year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relagsingh 4th Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 Looking at the car prices now is really making me vomit... A puny A1 for 146k?????? [dizzy] A spanking new C180, A4 1.8 or a 320 about 2 yrs ago are going for 130 to 140k!!! That's excluding other discounts, rebates, gifts, accessories, service credits blah blah... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Des_k 1st Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 I dont really think it is a good time to buy... At $46k Cat A.... all the new cars price are at 80 to 100k ... Why rush to buy ? I think we buyers have to alway remember demand high, supply low = High COE price... Let those really no choice but have to buy or those rich until no way to spend to buy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Des_k 1st Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 For your information, there are more COE quota from Feb to Aug 2012, it is officially announce on newpaper. If all rush to buy then the COE will be higher... Vinceng, are u dealer ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiadaw 6th Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 Looking at the car prices now is really making me vomit... A puny A1 for 146k?????? [dizzy] A spanking new C180, A4 1.8 or a 320 about 2 yrs ago are going for 130 to 140k!!! That's excluding other discounts, rebates, gifts, accessories, service credits blah blah... Which variant of A1? But A1 is a very nice car, with superb built quality for a small car. But should wait for the slightly more pratical sportback with 4 seats. It would make a good 2nd car for city commute in my view. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula Turbocharged January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 You mean 4 doors? Current A1 is 2 drs and 4 seater.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ithunk 1st Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 i think the audi TT is a nice vehicle but now ppl will go for A5 or S5 and then the RS5 all in the 180k to 200k range and 300 to 400k and up for the RS5 Audi RS5 4.2 FSI Quattro http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.ph...311&DL=2381 $355,000 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ithunk 1st Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 hot hatch Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stiener 1st Gear January 10, 2012 Share January 10, 2012 The movement will always see resistance at any given price. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maroon5 5th Gear January 11, 2012 Share January 11, 2012 mcf pple really smart Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yuan 6th Gear January 11, 2012 Share January 11, 2012 hot hatch It is a cute car. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duckduck Turbocharged January 11, 2012 Share January 11, 2012 so an old man driving it n it looked like his mistress or daughter's car... really too cute.. might end up attracting faggots instead hahaha Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonTan 2nd Gear January 11, 2012 Share January 11, 2012 The small car dealers know of the higher quota. But they smart to play into the mind of car buyers. I think those that buy now are those that made money from stocks or properties. I also know of colleagues who buy recently, because they Feel rich due to their only HDB appreciated in value. One told me, his only HDB now worth $600++, if he cash out, he will be half-millionaire. So he feels that he is able to afford a new 520 to suit his new status. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laworder17 1st Gear January 11, 2012 Share January 11, 2012 For your information, there are more COE quota from Feb to Aug 2012, it is officially announce on newpaper. If all rush to buy then the COE will be higher... Vinceng, are u dealer ? Can provide the link? Would like to see the article. Thanks ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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