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FAQ
Common
questions
Q.
Where are you?
A.
I work at a large Seattle, Washington area Subaru dealer, Carter Subaru
in Shoreline Wa.
Note:
this website is not authorized by Carter Subaru, they are not involved
with it nor do they sponsor, support or approve it. see
disclaimer
page. Search
Inventory, or contact
Q.
Why should I buy from you?
A.
Upfront pricing with no dealer games and a completely Hassle-free experience.
Q.
I'm not sure what model I want. How do I find out?
A. Research
the models or call and lets talk about it. Search
Inventory
Q.
I live far away from Seattle and really want to buy locally where I live.
Will you still talk to me about prices so I know what to expect from my
local dealer?
A. Yes of course,
everyone needs help from time to time. We can talk about prices. Please
remember that customer rebates, dealer incentives, and special finance
rates vary by region.
And thanks for being
upfront when we talk about not wanting to actually buy from me, it's appreciated,
so just let me know what model and price your local dealer is offering
and and yes I'll help! It's good karma ...
Q.
Fleet sales? But I only want one car...
A. One car or many,
you will still get a low price.
Q.
Do you ship cars?
A. Yes, I can help
arrange shipping, shipping is available though most
folks pick their car up.
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Q.
Why are your prices low?
A.
Volume. My prices are based on invoice and dealer incentives so
they are extremely low. Almost everything is under invoice!!
Q.
How do I get a price?
A. Once you know
the model and color choices you want you can email or call though I strongly
prefer
a phone call because it is much more efficient.
Q.
What will my price be?
A. Price varies
by model, options, and inventory (do I have a car you want?) and of course
customer rebates and dealer incentives.
Q.
Rebates and special interest rates, do I get them?
A. Yes, of course
you get them, check customer rebates,
special interest rates offered on that model. Canadian customers do
not get any rebates.
Q.
How do I pay you? Financing or cash...
A. Financing
your bank or mine. I offer Subaru special interest rates no matter where
you live in the US.
Or use your own
local bank if you prefer.
Cash and Checks-
Bank, personal checks, direct wire, credit cards, and even real cash dollar
bills accepted. Credit cards to $2500 due to bank fees.
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Q..
Do I buy a car without seeing it?
A. These are brand
new cars in new condition and you should have full confidence.
You and I communicate
very thoroughly.
You get copies of
all paperwork.
I'll fax VIN (vehicle
ID), with full information on the car, and complete pricing.
Photos are available.
Research
the models, Search
Inventory or call me and we can talk about
your wants and needs.
Read customer
comments.
Q.
Paperwork
A. I fax Purchase
Order (PO) and Info Sheet to you so you have everything in writing.
The PO has the VIN,
price details clearly spelled out. The Info Sheet has the model, VIN, and
factory options listed.
If you are shipping,
I Fed Ex all documents to you to be signed and returned.
Price, deposit,
any financing payments and/or interest rates, are all clearly explained
and all questions answered.
Q.
How do I get the the car?
A.
you drive away or I can help arrange shipping. Here is a list of shippers.
to Hawaii, Alaska
or elsewhere if you want. Eastern Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho...
why not come over and drive home (shipping is available).
Canadian
customers, I have contacts for shipping including customs.
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Q.
Warranty
A. You get the full
normal Subaru of America (SoA) factory new car warranty, honored in in
all states, at all US dealers! The warranty starts when you buy the
car or if used, when the car was first sold.
Canadian
customers, the warranty is still honored by SoA. Check
all the details.
Q.
Tax, License?
A. Pay your own
normal fees when you register/license the car in your home state.
No Washington
State fees unless you live here of course.
Bring your own license
plate or if you need a trip permit to drive away from the dealership it's
$29.00 for a 3 day Wa. State transit permit.
Q.
Do you work with companies and credit unions?
A. Yes. I have special
employee programs for Microsoft, Boeing, Weyerhauser, Safeco, Amazon, Starbucks,
Swedish Hospital, Children's Hospital, University Providence Harborview
hospital, Google, Amgen, Paccar, UW University of Washington, Fred Hutchison
Cancer Research Center, Costco, Sam's, Washington State employees (government),
Cobalt, Yahoo, PUD, Boeing Credit Union, 1st Tech CU, Alaska CU, ... ?
Are you a member
or PSIA, AASI, IMBA, Subaru VIP, prime, perks, passport programs.. Are
you a teacher, veterinarian, nurse, doctor, medical professional, works
at the PCC Puget Sound Co-op..?
Credit unions? I
work with all credit unions ...
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Q.
Canada resident buying a US spec car.
Yes, Canadians looking
for pre-owned, lightly used cars are welcomed.
I sell pre-owned
cars cross border but I can help refer you to a dealer that might still
sell new ones.
New cars:
starting January 3, 2008 Subaru of America started discouraging dealers
from selling new cars to Canada.
Customer rebates
and dealer incentives -do not- apply on cross border sales. And it can
hurt dealer allocation.
Click
here for more Canadian buyer info
Q.How
do I contact you?
A. The phone
is preferred 206.769.7821
contact
page
Note: if you are
just looking for help to buy from another dealer with no intention of buying
from me in Seattle, just tell me and let me know what they're offering
(model, price etc). It is appreciated when people are upfront.
Joe Spitz, Seattle,
Wa
phone 206.769.7821
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