Ordering a Yaris! - Toyota Yaris Forums

spudventues · 12-01-2006, 04:39 PM

I've emailed a few dealers in my area, but they take forever to respond. So, I'm just wondering, what do you have to do as far as payment when ordering a Yaris? like just a deposit, or what?

yuiedie · 12-01-2006, 06:29 PM

you should try calling them, that should get you a much quicker and accurate response. as far as deposits go, it may depend on your credit. it may be different in your area so ask the dealer.

60 Somethings · 12-01-2006, 08:04 PM

Second Yuiedie's suggestion - call them, or visit them if you can (maybe making an appt first by phone).

What you are going to be asked for depends on several things - 1) How salesman views you, 2) What dealership wants salesmen to do, and 3) If somebody begged-out of a deal he was counting on, 5 minutes before you talked to him.

We bought two new Toyotas this year - a 4Runner in late Feb and our Yaris HB in May. We went in on a Costco referral in Feb and quickly settled on a Gray, V8 Sport. Dealer had to trade for it - we were asked for credit card imprint, nothing was actually charged although he mentioned $500, I think. With the Yaris, which took three weeks to arrive, he didn't ask for anything.

Probably, because we are older (early 60's & retired) credit was never discussed until we said we'd put down $X and finance rest at Toyota's 2.9% rate. After all this time, I know our credit history, so I do not worry about it - if they do not want to lend us money, it's their problem and their lost business.

On the Yaris, I told him up front we'd pay cash. Both were very smooth, hassle-free deals. Just gave them a personal check at delivery.

We dealt with the Fleet Mgr both times. He has so much business, he does it by appointment only. We saw him deliver quite a few new Toyotas besides ours. I wish I could have sold telephone systems that way.........lol.

I don't know your age or background, but be polite, straight forward and hopefully you can find a good salesman to deal with, too.

drdavidr4u · 12-04-2006, 05:02 PM

I put down $500 when I ordered, waited 18 weeks, but I got exactly what I wanted and I'm thrilled with my Yaris!

KittenRD · 12-05-2006, 01:07 AM

I would suggest showing up at the dealer.

why? · 12-05-2006, 02:08 PM

It depends on what the dealer wants, but there is absolutely no reason to have to put too much down on a deposit. $100 should be fine. If the salesperson tries to make you put down more, simply tell him no, and go find another salesperson that will let you put down $100.

boris13 · 12-05-2006, 05:29 PM

I put down $300 at the dealer. The salesman said, "We usually get a $500 deposit," but he sure as heck took my $300.

Billstein · 12-26-2006, 11:26 AM

I never put anything down,I have found a deposit wont get you the car,being in the right place at the right time does.

12-01-2006, 04:39 PM	#1
spudventues I've made a post! Drives: Yaris Liftback [someday soon] Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 1	Ordering a Yaris! I've emailed a few dealers in my area, but they take forever to respond. So, I'm just wondering, what do you have to do as far as payment when ordering a Yaris? like just a deposit, or what?

12-01-2006, 08:04 PM	#3
60 Somethings Old Folks View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris LB, 2006 4Runner V8 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Vancouver, USA Posts: 222	Second Yuiedie's suggestion - call them, or visit them if you can (maybe making an appt first by phone). What you are going to be asked for depends on several things - 1) How salesman views you, 2) What dealership wants salesmen to do, and 3) If somebody begged-out of a deal he was counting on, 5 minutes before you talked to him. We bought two new Toyotas this year - a 4Runner in late Feb and our Yaris HB in May. We went in on a Costco referral in Feb and quickly settled on a Gray, V8 Sport. Dealer had to trade for it - we were asked for credit card imprint, nothing was actually charged although he mentioned $500, I think. With the Yaris, which took three weeks to arrive, he didn't ask for anything. Probably, because we are older (early 60's & retired) credit was never discussed until we said we'd put down $X and finance rest at Toyota's 2.9% rate. After all this time, I know our credit history, so I do not worry about it - if they do not want to lend us money, it's their problem and their lost business. On the Yaris, I told him up front we'd pay cash. Both were very smooth, hassle-free deals. Just gave them a personal check at delivery. We dealt with the Fleet Mgr both times. He has so much business, he does it by appointment only. We saw him deliver quite a few new Toyotas besides ours. I wish I could have sold telephone systems that way.........lol. I don't know your age or background, but be polite, straight forward and hopefully you can find a good salesman to deal with, too. __________________ We are the proud owners YARI - He's a loaded Silver LB with ATTITUDE! Last edited by 60 Somethings; 12-04-2006 at 05:21 PM.

12-05-2006, 02:08 PM	#6
why? Only Happy When it Rains View User's Garage Drives: Yaris LB Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: harnett county NC Posts: 4,097	It depends on what the dealer wants, but there is absolutely no reason to have to put too much down on a deposit. $100 should be fine. If the salesperson tries to make you put down more, simply tell him no, and go find another salesperson that will let you put down $100. __________________ Colin Chapman disciple

12-26-2006, 11:26 AM	#8
Billstein Whew Who.. Drives: 2 Yaris Hatchs and Tacoma Join Date: May 2006 Location: So. Ca. Posts: 78	I never put anything down,I have found a deposit wont get you the car,being in the right place at the right time does. __________________ "HERS"2007 Yaris Hatch BlazzingBlue Power everything Sirius Radio FullSyn Oil 50% tint windshild35% front 5% rear Keyless Entry Alum TRD Shift Knob TRD Exh Tip 17" racing harts/Falkins TRD Cold Air Intake "HIS"2007 Yaris Hatch MedSilverMetallicPower PQ Package 17" Wheels Spoiler TRD ExhTipStiletto100 Radio Armrest 50% tint windshild 35% front windows 5% rear Aluminum TRD Shift Knob Keyless Entry VIP Alarm TRD Cold Air Intake

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12-01-2006, 06:29 PM	#2
yuiedie Drives: '07 liftback Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: CA Posts: 66	you should try calling them, that should get you a much quicker and accurate response. as far as deposits go, it may depend on your credit. it may be different in your area so ask the dealer.

12-04-2006, 05:02 PM	#4
drdavidr4u Drives: Yaris Lftbk Black 5spd TRDrims Join Date: May 2006 Location: NY/NJ Posts: 47	I put down $500 when I ordered, waited 18 weeks, but I got exactly what I wanted and I'm thrilled with my Yaris!

12-05-2006, 01:07 AM	#5
KittenRD Drives: Metallic Meteorite Liftback Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Harvard, Massachusetts Posts: 109	I would suggest showing up at the dealer.

12-05-2006, 05:29 PM	#7
boris13 Drives: 2007 Yaris Liftback, 5-speed Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Royal Oak, MI, USA Posts: 167	I put down $300 at the dealer. The salesman said, "We usually get a $500 deposit," but he sure as heck took my $300.