Freebies from dealers.

[dr1ft3r]

I'm just wondering what dealers threw in for you guys when you purchased the car. All i got was 2 free oil changes and a coffee mug.

[eqlso]

Just a mazda umbrella.

[WhiteSpeed3]

Nothin

[bubba1983]

free tints...and a hat for my dad...who wouldn't leave the guy alone till he got his damn hat!

[3GFX]

I got a hat. But he's always nice when I return to the dealer. I appreciate that.

[MattC]

I got nothing but my car out of the transaction,

did all of my haggeling trying to get more for my trade in and was too worn out to push Jeff for free clothing or housewares :)

[EvilEric]

Wait, there's swag when you buy a car now? What's the clothing stuff look like.

[Caz]

I recieved the following for my 3 and the tribute fromt he dealer.

Wheel locks, mazda car cleaning kit (bucket, wash mit, sponges, etc.) Snow Brush, Water bottle, key chain, zoom zoom stickers and a bottle of touch-up paint.

As a bonus I got to see Jeff (aka TheBiz) do his half hour PDI/comedy routine for each car. It was much funnier the first time. LOL

[3GFX]

As a bonus I got to see Jeff (aka TheBiz) do his half hour PDI/comedy routine for each car. It was much funnier the first time. LOL


Hmmmm......I will need a video for my enjoyment :pop

[Jeff-TheBiz]

As a bonus I got to see Jeff (aka TheBiz) do his half hour PDI/comedy routine for each car. It was much funnier the first time. LOL

Heh, don't forget to tip your waitress...

[/lounge singer voice]

[Wild Weasel]

I got a bottle of wine that I haven't yet opened. I mean... how good can car dealership wine really be? I'm a little afraid. :chuckle

I also got the model of the MS3, though that wasn't from the dealer.

Most importantly though, I got around $1400 off. Now THAT is some swag!! :bana

[dr1ft3r]

I got a bottle of wine that I haven't yet opened. I mean... how good can car dealership wine really be? I'm a little afraid. :chuckle

I also got the model of the MS3, though that wasn't from the dealer.

Most importantly though, I got around $1400 off. Now THAT is some swag!! :bana

Bottle of wine?? Must be some fancy high class dealer you go to.

[Wild Weasel]

I bought the car through a broker who sent me to Avante. The wine even has their own printed label on it. :chuckle

[Caz]

Wine made from a kit is $2-3 a bottle max. and even cheaper if bought in a larger volume. So it isn't a big value that said even if it tastes awful, you can get the deposit back on the bottle. LOL

[Jeff-TheBiz]

It is fantastic on salad with a little Olive Oil.

[Wild Weasel]

It is fantastic on salad with a little Olive Oil.

:chuckle

I'll try to remember to write a review if I ever get around to drinking it. :)

[craigrodrigues88]

I got winter mats and locknuts and am supposed to get a watch but they havent sent the damn thing yet..

[cyberscorpi0]

I got "Thank you for your Business".http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/evilgrin/evilgrin0040.gif

[MattC]

I kinda wish I didnt get locking wheel nuts now, is it too late to give them back? I don't want a refund i just dont want to look at them anymore! :chuckle

[Xerox]

I got wheel locks (but really, these should come standard), cargo net and I think a pretty good deal on the car itself.

[EvilEric]

I kinda wish I didnt get locking wheel nuts now, is it too late to give them back? I don't want a refund i just dont want to look at them anymore! :chuckle

Why i thought they are alright, unless your one of the guys with gun metal or black rims

[Xerox]

I kinda wish I didnt get locking wheel nuts now, is it too late to give them back? I don't want a refund i just dont want to look at them anymore! :chuckle

Would you rather return to your car in a parking lot only to find it raised on some bricks with the wheels removed???

Maybe you can sell them since they are not standard equipment some member's might not have them.

[garboui]

heres my opinion for wheel lock on stock rims.

--scenario one - no locks
if theyre stolen and you find your car on blocks sure its a pain but then its up to your insurance to replace them.

--scenario 2 - locks
the theives will most likley be able to get the locks off anyway as its not hard if you know how to resulting your car in the situation of scenario one. or. they can get the locks off so they leave your car there with 4 loose or missing nuts that you may not notice. now you drive away and you will probably cause alot more harm to the car or even worse youreself. now wouldnt this be more of a pain?

this goes along the same lines of people in the country leaving their doors unlocked. they would rather have whatever small things stolen than have to pay for the replacment of a new door/ window etc.

[Xerox]

heres my opinion for wheel lock on stock rims.

--scenario one - no locks
if theyre stolen and you find your car on blocks sure its a pain but then its up to your insurance to replace them.

Yes, your insurance will replace them but I try to avoid claiming anything. Mainly cuz there's a deductible, it's a pain, your premium could go up (depending on your insurance)....I don't really trust insurance companies...but that's just me.



--scenario 2 - locks
the thieves will most likely be able to get the locks off anyway as its not hard if you know how to resulting your car in the situation of scenario one. or. they can get the locks off so they leave your car there with 4 loose or missing nuts that you may not notice. now you drive away and you will probably cause alot more harm to the car or even worse youreself. now wouldnt this be more of a pain?


I agree that if a thief really wants something they will get it. I know that wheel locks can be broken off the hub but the main purpose is to act as a deterrent. Thief will most likely not even bother with the trouble if they know that there's another car without wheel locks.

[bluntman]

A bottle of champagne and a bottle of touch-up paint.

Essentially they're condoning driving while under the influence, but they give you the means to cover up any sort of minor scrapes on your car if you were driving under the influence.

:D

[p-o-g-i]

From Ontario Mazda (Dixie/ 401), I got an in-home surround sound system (Panasonic... from Future Shop). It's not wireless..... but hey, beggers can't be choosers. System sounds great so I have no complaints.....

[flyinb22]

I got wheels locks and a Mazda watch.

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u255/flyinb22/2007%20MazdaSpeed%203/watch.jpg

[iconicrocket]

Free wheel locks.

[bubba1983]

weird, i thought the wheel locks came as standard equipment? i got them as standard equipment, no haggling or nothing..

[Xerox]

I got wheels locks and a Mazda watch.

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u255/flyinb22/2007%20MazdaSpeed%203/watch.jpg

Does the watch "feel" cheap? I ask cuz I got a free watch when I bought a Mazda accessory (during a promotion) and although it looks oookay it feels really cheap - light weight and thin material. I didn't expect much from it but I'm just curious about yours.

[Xerox]

weird, i thought the wheel locks came as standard equipment? i got them as standard equipment, no haggling or nothing..

I think some delealers just automatically throw it in as standard.

[WLS ZMZM]

It seems there really is no standard... I bought my car @ Avante, Got the bottle of wine.. its not the price of it that really matters. but the fact they take each purchase as a celebration with their customers. I also got the wheel locks, a great deal on the car, 2 key chains and the tires I wanted on the car and of course a few bottles of water heheheh... and I get greeted by the guys who hooked me up everytime Im at the dealership... so no complaints here

[dr1ft3r]

A bottle of champagne and a bottle of touch-up paint.

Essentially they're condoning driving while under the influence, but they give you the means to cover up any sort of minor scrapes on your car if you were driving under the influence.

:D

:chuckle

[Broli]

i got my rear step plates and hood deflector thrown in
first car i got i got an xbox (that was the promotion at the time)

[Flagrum_3]

I got my rear step plates, hood deflector, all-season mats, wheel locks, and a touch-up pen thrown in. (The promotion at the time was an additional year/20k warranty and no payments for 3 months)


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[S.F.W.]

I got wheel locks(they were on the car at pick up), and an extra year of warranty. Though, I don't think these items were really free, just negotiated into the purchase price.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

Though, I don't think these items were really free, just negotiated into the purchase price.

BINGO.. Nothing is actually free.

Unless the salesperson pays for them out of their pocket, and some do, and use the purchase on their tax return.

[BiG-ED]

i got 2 bottles of avante wine, wheel locks, ipod adapter, block heater, and a touch up pen. also a good deal and a friendly experience

edit: still knowing some of this stuff isnt "free", it still feels like it :)

[Xerox]

I got wheel locks(they were on the car at pick up), and an extra year of warranty. Though, I don't think these items were really free, just negotiated into the purchase price.

Right. That's why I try to squeeze more out of 'em after they've given me a price on the car.

[Flagrum_3]

Right. That's why I try to squeeze more out of 'em after they've given me a price on the car.

That's exactly what I did and I know I got a pretty good deal on the car to start with and SFW the extra year of warranty was a temporary promotion from Mazda Canada, no negotiating required,so I would say it was a freebee.


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[S.F.W.]

Flagrum, my car is a late '04, there was no warranty promo at the time

[Flagrum_3]

Flagrum, my car is a late '04, there was no warranty promo at the time

Well sorry to hear that, so I guess yours was negotiated! but I did mention it was a temporary promotion (summer '05)....I just got lucky I guess!


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[Jeff-TheBiz]

Well sorry to hear that, so I guess yours was negotiated! but I did mention it was a temporary promotion (summer '05)....I just got lucky I guess!

Actually, Mazda Canada Inc. has never given a 4yr Warranty for free with the vehicle, unless it is a factory demo. But some dealers have been known to throw it in as a 'promo' for a limited time...



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:bang WTF?

[Flagrum_3]

Actually, Mazda Canada Inc. has never given a 4yr Warranty for free with the vehicle, unless it is a factory demo. But some dealers have been known to throw it in as a 'promo' for a limited time...




:bang WTF?


Well I stand corrected, I thought for sure it was a Mazda wide promotion or maybe I'm mistaking it for the 3months no payments deal! Either way I count myself lucky!!


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[whiteomega]

if you count the haggling i did, i got the wheel locks, engine block heater (bought mine in calgary), 3m protection mask, and $100 off the rust protection.

[edit: and the mazda all-weather floor mats]

[irietek]

I got 100 gas card, bottle of champaign, touch up paint.. annnnnnnnd i believe that was it.

[Cardinal Fang]

I got wheel locks from Jeff when he was at Avante. When he told me I was getting them as a gift I swear he said I was getting a free lap dance from him. Because if you say Lap Dance and Wheel Locks fast enough they sound very similar.

*Walks off to check hearing*

[MattC]

free jeff lapdance eh, hide your girlfriends!!

[commander]

I got free water bottle from Avante... I didn't buy from Avante... I bought from Airport Mazda of Toronto and they provided one posh silver Mazda key chain (even though I have two keys) and 1 yr's free service - didn't take much haggling for that one. I should have asked for more freebies come to think of it now!

[ParsM3GT]

I got nothing. :( Well I guess maybe something. I only paid a fraction of the price for leather. But I didnt walk out with any free goodies in my hands. Wheel locks I had to buy, touch up paint had to buy and bug deflector had to buy.

[fini]

I asked if my sales guy could throw in this nice looking keychain. it was in the shape of a damper.. .SPRING LOADED!!! But I got rejected.. the thing was like 10 bucks.

I wasn't all that pleased with my sales process.

[Fish]

I recieved the following for my 3 and the tribute fromt he dealer.

Wheel locks, mazda car cleaning kit (bucket, wash mit, sponges, etc.) Snow Brush, Water bottle, key chain, zoom zoom stickers and a bottle of touch-up paint.

As a bonus I got to see Jeff (aka TheBiz) do his half hour PDI/comedy routine for each car. It was much funnier the first time. LOL

Wait, what? There's feebies and a show?? :pop

Sweeeeet!

[starwind]

Are food and beverage supplied for the show ?

:pop

[saintjames7]

All I got was a handshake from the Salesman. :complain

[Zubbie]

I got a blue Mazda cooler, but it sucks as I found out when camping when I opened it up and all the ice was gone and my beer was warm.

[asif9t9]

Free BBQ promotion. It's a cheap one, but I actually needed one.

Wheel locks were never discussed but were on the car when I picked up. I felt like that guy in the VW City Jetta commercial.....like I was stealing. I actually didn't say anything.

And $1410 off the MSRP.

Oh, and since it was the middle of the afternoon when we were negotiating.....and waiting to find out the value of the trade-in, the salesmen shared their takeout Chinese with my wife and I.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

Wait, what? There's feebies and a show?? :pop

Sweeeeet!

Don't forget to tip your waitress.



Are food and beverage supplied for the show ?

:pop

I'll see what I can do.. :)

[jaym3]

i got free tinting =)

[asif9t9]

I'm pretty sure something subbed out like tinting is not really "free".

[JonsMazda]

did i mention that i got free luxury package upgrade? well, i did :D

[bluntman]

It would be interesting to know if the people who received "freebies" either bought or leased their cars.

I bought mine (freebie: champagne and touch-up paint, 2004).

[Zaku_4]

nothing!

not even touchup paint, wheel locks, floor mats, etc.

lol oh well

[Caz]

Are food and beverage supplied for the show ?

:pop

I believe donuts and water were included.

[sp3GT]

I'm on a lease I got absolutely NOTHING!!!

[SABIO]

I'm on a lease I got absolutely NOTHING!!!


I leased my 3....with no charge A/C...

If the dealer won't "sell for less" go somewhere else!

Never do a lease based on full list...just like you would never buy a car full list.

Which dealer was it??

Edit: The touch-up paint is not free, it is in the price, you just don't see it.

[EvilDeadFan]

Free winter mats, Free block heater, free oil changes for 5 years, and a kit with free stickers, pens, playing cards all mazda branded etc etc etc. Oh and a cd with the zoom zoom song on it, ha.

[sp3GT]

They did give me more money for my trade in though. If that counts. lol

[GMONTEATH2007GT]

The wine is Good.. I know the people that own Avante....Great people. Best Dealership around

[SABIO]

The wine is Good.. I know the people that own Avante....Great people. Best Dealership around



Thank you for all the support (and critique) this car club has given us the past few years.

Due to rising costs of doing business, we can no longer offer discounts to the car clubs that we have proudly supported. We hope that we can continue to provide great service to everyone.

Raymond Kwan
Parts Department
Avante Mazda

Yup, they are the best.................

[starwind]

I believe donuts and water were included.

What kind of donuts ???

:pop

[jstro]

Just got mine a few days ago...I got nothing. My salesperson was a good guy, but I didn't even get a hello from the Sales Manager when I came in to pick up the car!

[asif9t9]

Do all dealers do have that referral program? If I refer someone to Erin Mills Mazda, they get $250 off the car, and I think I get a cheque for $100. They'll all be nice to you if you're referring more business.

[zoomette]

For the first 2 people that I referred to avante, I got $100 each referral, the next 2 referrals they claimed they stopped that

[p-o-g-i]

From Ontario Mazda (Dixie/ 401), I got an in-home surround sound system (Panasonic... from Future Shop). It's not wireless..... but hey, beggers can't be choosers. System sounds great so I have no complaints.....

I got the above noted, on top of the floor mats, wheel locks, and Mazda watch..... but I think these 3 were standard giveaways.

So I go the all weather mats and wheel locks when I picked up the car...... the home stereo surround sound system came 1 week later..... and the watch finally came 2 months later.

[SABIO]

I wonder if M.o.T gives freebies to new car buyers...:chuckle

I wil let ya know Sat.:whoa

[dr1ft3r]

At agincourt, when i picked up the car it had a car-cover on it with streamers and balloons. it was a nice touch...they wouldn't let me keep the car-cover though.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

Do all dealers do have that referral program? If I refer someone to Erin Mills Mazda, they get $250 off the car, and I think I get a cheque for $100. They'll all be nice to you if you're referring more business.

$250 off the car? Wow... that's pretty bad, no wonder they can afford to give the referrer $100.



I wonder if M.o.T gives freebies to new car buyers...:chuckle

I wil let ya know Sat.:whoa

Sorry, only on the Mazda3... :chuckle

[starwind]

Sorry, only on the Mazda3... :chuckle

Do tell...

:pop

[asif9t9]

It's an "extra" $250 off the negotiated price. I believe both the $250 and the $100 are covered by Mazda.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

It's an "extra" $250 off the negotiated price. I believe both the $250 and the $100 are covered by Mazda.

Not the case... Mazda doesn't provide and referral bonuses.. if money is paid out, it is costed to that deal.

[SABIO]

I got a couple Biz-ness cards:chuckle, Some Zoom-Zoom Stickers (2), M.o.T plate cover, wheel locks and of course the M.o.T keychains (2).

:bana2

[Aitch]

Sorry, only on the Mazda3... Do tell...

:pop

Yes, please elaborate! lol

[Swerny]

i got sweet f-all.

I did get free Mazdaspeed his and hers watches though from Mazda Canada

[jaM3ican]

i got nothing

[RallyPlaya]

I Got a Mazda Cleaning Kit: window rim cleaner etc and 3 Mazda Watches. They threw in hood deflector and the keyless entry. I Bought a Gx 07 Sedan brand new with power option and the extra speaker option came to 26,600 with Taxes @ Erin Mills Mazda in May

[Speedy2008]

Nothing in this world is free. We all got what we paid for right? All of the so-called "extras" that some of you received are all factored into the bill of sale. It's all just word play. A simple way for dealers to reduce buyer's remorse.

[Bean]

Touch up paint, HUGE gym bag, thats it. Would have loved a watch or a lanyard

[mazdas3sporte]

i got "warranty" lmao wtf is that supposed to mean eh????? hahaha and 3 years oil change minus the labour.....(ya i kno) and mats , full tank of gas (which are supposed to come with any car anyways and wheel locks

[Malcolm991]

1 free oil change

[Nick]

i asked for rubber mats but came out with nothing, they even forgot the carpet mats so i went back for them =]

[M3!]

I got, touch up paint and "come back when you are ready for another car"

[b.rabbit]

TM3 lanyard ('cuz they ran out of the Mazda keychain I think)
ZoomZoom decal
wheel locks

and i think that's all :)

[RX9]

opps, i dont wanna say, i think i get too many stuff from dealer.:pop

[-gb-]

I bought a Mazda 3 and all I got was this crappy key-chain.



... just kidding. :chuckle

[x_o_k_x]

Ajax Mazda - Wheel locks, music cd, floor mats and stress relief... haha

[sudz]

A cup of coffee. :-(

[alhope34]

I got wheel locks, all-weather mats and a mug. The mats and locks were added after the deal was finalized, I asked for them when I went to pick up the car. (Just because I was so excited I forgot to ask before signing the final deal. First brand new car!)

[dumpbear]

I got a Mazda blanket (with associate holder/handle) from Bay Mazda in Belleville... Kept it in the trunk all winter too as my emergency blanket so if i got stranded somewhere I'd be found in style!

[MazdaGal]

I got mazdaspeed ladies watch-thats it :[

[Bean]

I would LOVE a Mazdaspeed watch. All I got was touchup paint and BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE now a year later

[MikeyGT]

I would LOVE a Mazdaspeed watch. All I got was touchup paint and BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE now a year later

+1. i'm on the same boat as you. never EVER going back to markham mazda

[Bean]

Mine is Dave Wood. I dunno, sent them several emails and spoke to them and they are denying anything is wrong with the car yet it pings terribly

[MSMitch]

:chuckle

Probably the only thing you can get from the in-house bottles they give is bad breath :chuckle

I'm just jealous, I just got a keychain - and I still have bad breath!!! :blush