2009 Subaru Tribeca has been priced!

[thenwhat]

For those of whom are interested in monitoring the new price of 2009 Subaru Tribeca, the new prices of 2009 Tribeca were out in May 7, 2008.
Quoted from Subaru Canada News, @ http://www.subaru.ca/WebPage.aspx?Ar...&WebSiteID=282
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The base Tribeca remains an extremely well-equipped luxury SUV, and the only major change is the price: at $39,995, the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is a full $2,000 less than the 2008 model. The Tribeca Limited Package, which now offers an enhanced range of standard equipment such as third row seating, DVD entertainment system, and a new monitor system with a backup camera, will sell for the same price as the 2008 model-$45,195. The 2009 Premier Package, with the same outstanding standard amenities as its predecessor, will decrease a significant $4,300 in price, to $48,195.
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It seems to me that the cross-boarder shopping indeed made Subaru thinks twice on that new MRSP, but still a big price gap (about 9K) compares to the south. And if they still can offer a similar cash rebate of 8K like they did for 2008 Trebica, then I will be tempted..... But that is just a daydreaming I think...

[henry495]

I am disappointed by how little Subaru has dropped the price of their 2009 model. There is still $9k gap for the Tribeca and about $7k gap for the Forester.

[izzyzz]

I am disappointed by how little Subaru has dropped the price of their 2009 model. There is still $9k gap for the Tribeca and about $7k gap for the Forester.

+1. This does nothing to remove the incentive to shop in the U.S..

[luck11]

The cash incentive for ALL 09 models has been cut that in half to only $4K. Sucks.

Also, they dropped the 5 passenger Limited. It is only available in 7 passenger with DVD....I need neither.

I was interested the Limited 5 passenger with no DVD. We don't travel nearly enough nor far enough to justify a DVD in the vehicle. Waste of money.

And, Subaru has not included the telescoping steering wheel in the 09 either, even though it was avail on the 08 outback. At 6'4", I need it to compensate for putting my seat back. Also, all competitors have it standard.

Anyway, I hope the US comes out with its 09 trims and pricing soon.

[henry495]

The cash incentive for ALL 09 models has been cut that in half to only $4K.

Where do you get this info. about cash incentive for 09 models?

[luck11]

Where do you get this info. about cash incentive for 09 models?

From my dealer, who expects to receive their first 09s this week.

[bionicbadger]

And, Subaru has not included the telescoping steering wheel in the 09 either, even though it was avail on the 08 outback. At 6'4", I need it to compensate for putting my seat back. Also, all competitors have it standard.

The outback only telescopes a small amount, less than 2 inches.

[luck11]

The outback only telescopes a small amount, less than 2 inches.

If my 05 Outback XT had an extra two inches, I would be happy camper. 2 inches makes a huge difference when you have to drive with arms outstretched.

[rogerrabbit168]

Where do you get this info. about cash incentive for 09 models?

From my dealer, who expects to receive their first 09s this week.

which dealer is that?

[GOLDFLEET]

Where do you get this info. about cash incentive for 09 models?

From my dealer, who expects to receive their first 09s this week.

your dealer is full of it!
Subaru Canada has not released ANY details on 09 Tribeca's yet EXCEPT the price! nothing on the incentives, or an ETA. Trust me I AM A DEALER!
Also the 09 Tribecas have not yet been released from Compund so if he thinks he'll have it in a week hes yankin yer chain!

but Ill sell you any Subaru for $500 over invoice until the end of May 2008.
so email me or PM me or give me a call and Ill set you up good!
1-888-513-5338 ext 207 dylana@goldfleet.com

[GOLDFLEET]

+1. This does nothing to remove the incentive to shop in the U.S..

How about not as many options, no warranty coverage, and by the time you pay all your taxes at the border and have any necessary upgrades done to meet canadaian standards your only saving about $2000, Not to mention the fact that you have to pay CASH, and the US will NOT accept any canadian trade ins, leaving you to sell your trade on your own!?! hmmm???

but Ill sell you any Subaru for $500 over invoice until the end of May 2008.
so email me or PM me or give me a call and Ill set you up good!
1-888-513-5338 ext 207 dylana@goldfleet.com

[luck11]

How about not as many options, no warranty coverage, and by the time you pay all your taxes at the border and have any necessary upgrades done to meet canadaian standards your only saving about $2000, Not to mention the fact that you have to pay CASH, and the US will NOT accept any canadian trade ins, leaving you to sell your trade on your own!?! hmmm???

but Ill sell you any Subaru for $500 over invoice until the end of May 2008.
so email me or PM me or give me a call and Ill set you up good!
1-888-513-5338 ext 207 dylana@goldfleet.com

Rule #1: Don't trust anyone that tells you "trust me".


There is info on 09s via press release. ETA and incentives, well that is what my dealer told me and I have been with them for 8 yrs. Perhaps because they are high-volume they get more access to info, priority on allotments, I don't know. We'll find out soon enough. I am on training this week, but need to bring my Outback for an oil change next week, so, I will find out then.

Not sure what you're talking about less options....there are more variations of vehicles (based on 08 MY) in the US than Cda, except some are features are options in US. Can you justify your statement?

Warranty coverage: Again you're full of BS. Warranty for US vehicles in Cda is covered by Subaru of America. Diff is, you pay for warranty service and submit invoice to SoA for reimbursement. I have this in writing from SoA because I wanted to ensure everything I read was in fact true. Don't believe me, contact SoA yourself. This approach may not be palatable for everyone, but but don't say there is no warranty.

Cost: $2K?? Invest in a new calculator. I was seriously considering an 08 last year so did detailed calcs myself. After taxes, fees (no duty on Soobs), and even taking into account the lost tax savings you get from trading in a vehicle in Ontario, and the cash discount in Cda, I still would have been $6 K richer by buying in the US for an identically equipped Tribeca Ltd. There are lots of on-line resources that give you details about bringing a car into Canada....google it.

Cash: Yes, so? If you read my previous post, you will see that I talk about cash (the $4 K discount) to buy here in Cda as well, so as to compare apples to apples, not apples to oranges are you are doing. In other words, I would pay cash here as well to take advantage of the incentive.

Trade ins: yes they do accept trade ins. I saw a US vehicle on a lot here in Ottawa. Difference is, you get lower value for US trade in than equiv Cdn trade in. So what? Sell it yourself, or if you keep it long enough the differ in trade in value between a Cdn or US vehicle will be negligible. Or trade it in to a US dealer when you buy your next US Subaru

So, who is full of it here? Convenient that you trash the US option without backing up your statements and are also a Cdn dealer who is offering to sell to anyone that will contact you. Hmmmm.....salesperson version of an ambulance chaser perhaps?

Anyway, I have wasted enough of my time here responding to your false stmts. If you don't have something useful to add, please don't waste our time here trying to sell us cars. Don't call us...we'll call you....NOT!

[henry495]

luck11 can you clarify whether the $4k applies to '09 Subaru Forester as well as the Tribeca?

Thanks.

[luck11]

luck11 can you clarify whether the $4k applies to '09 Subaru Forester as well as the Tribeca?

Thanks.

Henry, unfortunately, I cannot. The $4K was only in reference to the 3 variations of the Tribeca because it is the only Subaru of interest to me for my next vehicle. I will do my utmost to remember to ask when I'm at my dealer next week if you can wait that long.

Cheers.

[luck11]

Rule #1: Don't trust anyone that tells you "trust me".


There is info on 09s via press release. ETA and incentives, well that is what my dealer told me and I have been with them for 8 yrs. Perhaps because they are high-volume they get more access to info, priority on allotments, I don't know. We'll find out soon enough. I am on training this week, but need to bring my Outback for an oil change next week, so, I will find out then.

Not sure what you're talking about less options....there are more variations of vehicles (based on 08 MY) in the US than Cda, except some are features are options in US. Can you justify your statement?

Warranty coverage: Again you're full of BS. Warranty for US vehicles in Cda is covered by Subaru of America. Diff is, you pay for warranty service and submit invoice to SoA for reimbursement. I have this in writing from SoA because I wanted to ensure everything I read was in fact true. Don't believe me, contact SoA yourself. This approach may not be palatable for everyone, but but don't say there is no warranty.

Cost: $2K?? Invest in a new calculator. I was seriously considering an 08 last year so did detailed calcs myself. After taxes, fees (no duty on Soobs), and even taking into account the lost tax savings you get from trading in a vehicle in Ontario, and the cash discount in Cda, I still would have been $6 K richer by buying in the US for an identically equipped Tribeca Ltd. There are lots of on-line resources that give you details about bringing a car into Canada....google it.

Cash: Yes, so? If you read my previous post, you will see that I talk about cash (the $4 K discount) to buy here in Cda as well, so as to compare apples to apples, not apples to oranges are you are doing. In other words, I would pay cash here as well to take advantage of the incentive.

Trade ins: yes they do accept trade ins. I saw a US vehicle on a lot here in Ottawa. Difference is, you get lower value for US trade in than equiv Cdn trade in. So what? Sell it yourself, or if you keep it long enough the differ in trade in value between a Cdn or US vehicle will be negligible. Or trade it in to a US dealer when you buy your next US Subaru

So, who is full of it here? Convenient that you trash the US option without backing up your statements and are also a Cdn dealer who is offering to sell to anyone that will contact you. Hmmmm.....salesperson version of an ambulance chaser perhaps?

Anyway, I have wasted enough of my time here responding to your false stmts. If you don't have something useful to add, please don't waste our time here trying to sell us cars. Don't call us...we'll call you....NOT!

Oh yes, and I forgot to add. Most Subarus do not require any modifications to get them to Cdn stnds. An inspection at an authorized centre (ie. Cdn Tire) is required though. Soobs are one of the easiest vehicles to import. There are some dealers that will do much of the import paperwork for you if you're willing to drive far enough. One is Patriot Subaru in Maine who has a section on their web site specifically for Cdns, but I am sure there are more that offer the same service. We vacation nearby, so I will be visiting them this summer.