February 2006 Sales Thread
03-01-06 | 05:20 PM
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Originally Posted by spwolf
yep, and GS is doing better than last year (intro), yet somehow everyone is dissapointed :-).
03-01-06 | 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by RON430
Doesn't make any difference whether anyone outside of the gearhead community knows the GS460/350, ES350, RX350, GS450h, etc. are coming or not. Lexus knows. And Lexus knows exactly when the cars will be in the dealers in volume. To some people it won't make a lot of difference but the last thing Lexus wants is a lot of the previous versions at the dealers when the upgunned versions arrive. There will probably be very minor pricing differences but the difference in the engines is, as we all know, significant. Lexus knows that some proportion, maybe a big proportion, of the outgoing engined models will need official or unofficial discounts to get rid of. I am sure a lot of us feel that the third gen 430 was just not worth the bother over a second gen 400/430 but people are going to be faced at the least with a 3K increase for 0 -60 in the mid to low 5 second range and mileage in the mid to high 20s in the 450h or the 380hp 460. Sales for the third gen GS haven't been bad but they are finally going to get the motors they should have had from the start. According to this months CAR, the LS460 is going to get mid 20s in the pure petro version. Imperial gallon is a bit bigger than ours but it sounds like the GS460 will have 80hp on mine and probably get three or four mpg better mileage. As for taking sales from the 5, it just simply wasn't competitive. The dyno engines are competitive with the 5 (finally) while bimmer has absolutely nothing to compete with the hybrid in RX, GS, LS, or ES. The GS3 has always outsold the GS4 and the difference there is even greater. I would assume that Lexus has shifted production to the new LS as well, or is about to, and I wouldn't want to have a bunch of the outgoing ones on the floor when the new LS arrives. Sales numbers may get a bit whacky here for a while until this all shakes out.
I'm sorry, but the GS460/350 are not due out till this fall. I don't believe for one minute that Lexus started reducing production last November/December in anticipation of this. We can have this discussion in the April/May/June timeframe and it might have more credibility.
Lexus MIGHT however be reducing production simply because the cars are not selling like they used to. Honda is doing this with their Pilot -but this is an old platform, not a new platform and people are ready for a redo of that vehicle.
I think we can all agree that they should not have waited to bring out the new engines. It does sound like they are incredible however.
03-01-06 | 06:21 PM
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Good things happen to those who wait, LOL.
Sounds like the GS 350 in particular may be an excellent choice.
It does seem plausible to me that Lexus would not want a glut of GS 300s and GS 430s; others on this board have predicted the resale value of those cars may plummet with the GS 350 and 460...whether they would reduce production early in the year, I have no idea.
Sounds like the GS 350 in particular may be an excellent choice.
It does seem plausible to me that Lexus would not want a glut of GS 300s and GS 430s; others on this board have predicted the resale value of those cars may plummet with the GS 350 and 460...whether they would reduce production early in the year, I have no idea.
03-01-06 | 06:23 PM
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BMW Group's 2006 Year-to-Date Sales Are on the Rise
BMW brand, Certified Pre-Owned post impressive sales increases in February
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., March 1 -- The BMW Group (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported sales of 22,018 vehicles in February 2006, an increase of 2.4 percent over the 21,496 vehicles sold in the same month of 2005. Year-to-date, BMW Group sales increased 7.2 percent, to 44,236 vehicles versus the 41,260 sold in the first two months of 2005.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW reported sales of 19,328 automobiles and Sports Activity Vehicles (SAV), up 5.3 percent compared to the 18,356 vehicles reported in February 2005. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of 38,602 vehicles compared to the 35,203 reported in the same period a year ago, an increase of 9.7 percent.
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's monthly automobile sales increased 16 percent for the month, due in part to strong 3 Series and 7 Series sales, at 15,463 versus 13,341 in February 2005. For the first two months combined, BMW automobile sales increased 19 percent to 30,918 versus 25,952 reported in the same period last year.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Sales
February sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were down 23 percent, to 3,865 vehicles over the 5,015 reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to- date, sales decreased to 7,684 vehicles from 9,251 in 2005, down 17 percent.
Certified Pre-Owned
BMW's Certified Pre-Owned sales increased 14.7 percent in February -- making it the best February on record for BMW CPO sales -- to 6,364 vehicles over the 5,546 reported in February 2005. Year-to-date, CPO sales grew to 12,125 vehicles over the 10,291 reported in the same period in 2005 for an increase of nearly 18 percent.
MINI Brand
MINI Automobiles
MINI USA reported February sales of 2,690, a decrease of 14 percent compared to the 3,140 sold in February 2005. MINI USA also reported sales of 5,634 for the first two months of 2006, a decrease of 7 percent over the 6,057 sold in the same period a year ago. Production at MINI's Oxford, England plant was halted for an extended period in December and January for expansion- related upgrades, resulting in lower inventories, which contributed to the lower MINI sales figures in the U.S.
BMW GROUP IN AMERICA
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975. ROLLS-ROYCE Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003. The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand, the MINI brand, and the ROLLS-ROYCE brand of Motor Cars; DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4 Roadster and X5 Sports Activity Vehicles. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 340 BMW passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 148 BMW motorcycle retailers, 80 MINI passenger car dealers, and 25 ROLLS-ROYCE Motor Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Information about BMW Group products is available to consumers via the Internet at:
http://www.bmwgroupna.com/
http://www.bmwusa.com/
http://www.bmwmotorradusa.com/
http://www.miniusa.com/
http://www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/
BMW brand, Certified Pre-Owned post impressive sales increases in February
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., March 1 -- The BMW Group (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported sales of 22,018 vehicles in February 2006, an increase of 2.4 percent over the 21,496 vehicles sold in the same month of 2005. Year-to-date, BMW Group sales increased 7.2 percent, to 44,236 vehicles versus the 41,260 sold in the first two months of 2005.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW reported sales of 19,328 automobiles and Sports Activity Vehicles (SAV), up 5.3 percent compared to the 18,356 vehicles reported in February 2005. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of 38,602 vehicles compared to the 35,203 reported in the same period a year ago, an increase of 9.7 percent.
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's monthly automobile sales increased 16 percent for the month, due in part to strong 3 Series and 7 Series sales, at 15,463 versus 13,341 in February 2005. For the first two months combined, BMW automobile sales increased 19 percent to 30,918 versus 25,952 reported in the same period last year.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Sales
February sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were down 23 percent, to 3,865 vehicles over the 5,015 reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to- date, sales decreased to 7,684 vehicles from 9,251 in 2005, down 17 percent.
Certified Pre-Owned
BMW's Certified Pre-Owned sales increased 14.7 percent in February -- making it the best February on record for BMW CPO sales -- to 6,364 vehicles over the 5,546 reported in February 2005. Year-to-date, CPO sales grew to 12,125 vehicles over the 10,291 reported in the same period in 2005 for an increase of nearly 18 percent.
MINI Brand
MINI Automobiles
MINI USA reported February sales of 2,690, a decrease of 14 percent compared to the 3,140 sold in February 2005. MINI USA also reported sales of 5,634 for the first two months of 2006, a decrease of 7 percent over the 6,057 sold in the same period a year ago. Production at MINI's Oxford, England plant was halted for an extended period in December and January for expansion- related upgrades, resulting in lower inventories, which contributed to the lower MINI sales figures in the U.S.
BMW GROUP IN AMERICA
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975. ROLLS-ROYCE Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003. The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand, the MINI brand, and the ROLLS-ROYCE brand of Motor Cars; DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4 Roadster and X5 Sports Activity Vehicles. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 340 BMW passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 148 BMW motorcycle retailers, 80 MINI passenger car dealers, and 25 ROLLS-ROYCE Motor Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Information about BMW Group products is available to consumers via the Internet at:
http://www.bmwgroupna.com/
http://www.bmwusa.com/
http://www.bmwmotorradusa.com/
http://www.miniusa.com/
http://www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/
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BMW Car Sales Report for February 2006
2006 2005
February 15,463 13,341
Year-to-Date 30,918 25,952
Year-to Year-to
Model February -Date February -Date
2006 2006 2005 2005
325i (E90) 3,682 7,834 0 0
325i (E46) 0 11 3,315 6,401
325Ci 311 512 317 639
325Ci convertible 294 564 463 826
325i sports wagon 0 4 75 167
325xi (E90) 1,385 2,941 0 0
325xi (E46) 0 0 706 1,554
325xi sports wagon (E90) 250 379 0 0
325xi sports wagon (E46) 0 0 83 207
330i (E90) 1,575 2,471 0 0
330i (E46) 0 2 864 1,673
330Ci 182 330 211 470
330Ci convertible 339 627 340 651
330xi (E90) 858 1,536 0 0
330xi (E46) 0 0 408 845
M3 168 289 268 527
M3 convertible 96 186 131 254
3 Series 9,140 17,686 7,181 14,214
Z4 2.5i Roadster (US) 67 144 338 648
Z4 3.0i Roadster (US) 70 119 131 270
Z4 Roadster 3.0si (US) 17 17 0 0
Z4 154 280 469 918
525i (E60) 790 1,812 1,513 2,739
525xi (E60) 581 1,160 0 0
530i (E60) 902 1,803 1,570 2,965
530xi (E60) 710 1,639 0 0
530xi sports wagon (E60) 269 551 0 0
545i (E60) 0 6 709 1,366
550i (E60) 556 996 0 0
M5 (E60) 345 867 0 0
M5 (E39) 0 0 2 2
5 Series 4,153 8,834 3,794 7,072
645Ci 0 21 311 564
650i coupe 191 426 0 0
645Ci convertible 0 16 456 864
650i convertible 397 761 0 0
6 Series 588 1,224 767 1,428
745i 0 0 397 742
745Li 0 0 704 1,494
750i 301 590 0 0
750Li 1,101 2,232 0 0
760i 6 10 7 16
760Li 20 62 19 64
7 Series 1,428 2,894 1,127 2,316
Z8 0 0 2 2
Z8 Alpina 0 0 1 2
Z8 0 0 3 4
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (light trucks) Sales Report for February 2006
2006 2005
February 3,865 5,015
Year-to-Date 7,684 9,251
Year- Year-
Model February to-Date February to-Date
2006 2006 2005 2005
X3 2.5i 49 98 440 834
X3 3.0i 1,533 2,872 1,879 3,296
X3 1,582 2,970 2,319 4,130
X5 3.0i (US) 1,669 3,569 1,906 3,637
X5 4.4i (US) 505 965 668 1,294
X5 4.8is (US) 109 180 122 190
X5 2,283 4,714 2,696 5,121
MINI Sales Report for February 2006
2006 2005
February 2,690 3,140
Year-to-Date 5,634 6,057
Year- Year-
Model February to-Date February to-Date
2006 2006 2005 2005
MINI Cooper 752 1,855 906 1,993
MINI Cooper S 1,217 2,356 1,284 2,266
MINI Cooper Convertible 220 494 520 980
MINI Cooper S Convertible 501 929 430 818
Total MINI 2,690 5,634 3,140 6,057
03-01-06 | 06:28 PM
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Mazda Reports Double-Digit Sales Increase in February 2006
- Strong Sales From MAZDA3 and MAZDA6 Lead to 13.0 Percent Increase -
IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2006; Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported sales of 23,580 vehicles in February -- a 13.0 percent increase versus the same period last year.
Mazda's strong February was led by impressive sales of its popular MAZDA3 and sporty MAZDA6. MAZDA3 reported sales of 7,536 units, accounting for a 7.0 percent increase versus last year, while MAZDA6 jumped 12.0 percent to 6,818 units sold.
The versatile MPV also saw an increase in sales as it posted sales of 1,546 units, accounting for a 3.0 percent gain over last year. MAZDA5 continues to be a strong seller as it posted sales of 2,138 units while the MX-5 Miata posted sales of 1,295 units.
"The fact that the majority of our vehicles saw an increase in sales over last February proves that the Mazda lineup appeals to a wide range of customers," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO of Mazda North American Operations. "One thing all Mazda vehicles have in common is they each contain the soul of a sports car. From the MAZDA3 to the MX-5 Miata to the MPV, each vehicle offers a different driving experience yet is still fun to drive."
Mazda North American Operations is responsible for the sales and marketing, customer parts and services support of Mazda vehicles in the United States. Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., MNAO has more than 700 dealerships nationwide.
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Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
February February % February February %
2006 2005 Change 2006 2005 Change
Mazda3 7,536 7,015 7% 13,645 12,273 11%
Mazda5 2,138 -- N/A 3,358 -- N/A
Mazda6 6,818 6,095 12% 12,000 11,457 5%
MX-5 Miata 1,295 573 126% 2,362 1,089 117%
RX-8 699 1,407 (50)% 1,335 2,428 (45)%
Protege -- -- N/A 1 1 0%
626 -- -- N/A -- 2 N/A
Millenia -- -- N/A -- -- N/A
MPV 1,546 1,503 3% 2,697 3,061 (12)%
B-Series Truck 426 558 (24)% 792 1,097 (28)%
Tribute 3,122 3,655 (15)% 5,567 6,458 (14)%
Total Vehicles
CARS 18,486 15,090 23% 32,701 27,250 20%
TRUCKS 5,094 5,716 (11)% 9,056 10,616 (15)%
TOTAL 23,580 20,806 13% 41,757 37,866 10%
MEMO:
IMPORT CAR 11,668 8,995 30% 20,701 15,791 31%
IMPORT TRUCK 1,546 1,503 3% 2,697 3,061 (12)%
IMPORT TOTAL 13,214 10,498 26% 23,398 18,852 24%
DOMESTIC CAR 6,818 6,095 12% 12,000 11,459 5%
DOMESTIC TRUCK 3,548 4,213 (16)% 6,359 7,555 (16)%
DOMESTIC TOTALS 10,366 10,308 1% 18,359 19,014 (3)%
Note: Protege, 626 and Millennia are discontinued vehicles.
03-01-06 | 06:29 PM
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Hyundai Sets Record February on Strength of Sedan Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 1 -- Hyundai Motor America today announced February sales of 34,014 vehicles, a new record for the month of February. Hyundai's newest sedans posted the largest percentage increases. Sales of the all-new 2006 Sonata grew by 41 percent and the all-new 2006 Azera and the XG350 it replaced, posted gains of 53 percent over February of last year.
"The all-new Sonata and Azera continue to gain momentum," said Mark Barnes, Hyundai's vice president of National Sales. "With Hyundai's superior safety and value, Sonata and Azera continue to resonate with consumers."
The Hyundai Advantage, America's Best Warranty, covers all Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000- mile powertrain warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 5-year/100,000-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
Following is the sales breakdown for February 2006:
"The all-new Sonata and Azera continue to gain momentum," said Mark Barnes, Hyundai's vice president of National Sales. "With Hyundai's superior safety and value, Sonata and Azera continue to resonate with consumers."
The Hyundai Advantage, America's Best Warranty, covers all Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000- mile powertrain warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 5-year/100,000-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
Following is the sales breakdown for February 2006:
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CARLINE FEB/2006 FEB/2005 CY2006 CY2005
ACCENT 1,231 3,118 2,584 5,313
SONATA 13,741 9,762 25,384 16,768
ELANTRA 8,340 9,485 16,120 16,138
TIBURON 1,097 1,250 2,116 2,174
SANTA FE 3,408 4,947 6,394 9,684
XG350/AZERA 2,052 1,345 3,859 2,419
TUCSON 4,145 4,033 7,765 7,453
TOTAL 34,014 33,940 64,222 59,949
03-01-06 | 06:30 PM
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Kia Motors America Announces February 2006 Sales
Best February Ever Keeps Company on Pace for Another Consecutive Record Sales Year
IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2006; Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best February sales ever of 20,719 units, a 1.3-percent increase over the same period in 2005 and a 3.2-percent increase year to date. Total sales are also up 14 percent from the previous month. The Sedona minivan had its best February ever and was the leading seller at 5,425 units. Both the Kia Spectra and Kia Sorrento were strong sellers, with 4,103 and 3,472 units sold respectively.
"We're extremely proud of our best February sales month ever," said Len Hunt, executive vice president and COO of KMA. "As evidenced by the all-new Sedona, the word is spreading that Kia is redefining value by surprising consumers in terms of what's possible in automotive safety, style performance, fit and finish and smart packaging."
Kia Motors America is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corp. in Seoul, South Korea. For more information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com .
IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2006; Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best February sales ever of 20,719 units, a 1.3-percent increase over the same period in 2005 and a 3.2-percent increase year to date. Total sales are also up 14 percent from the previous month. The Sedona minivan had its best February ever and was the leading seller at 5,425 units. Both the Kia Spectra and Kia Sorrento were strong sellers, with 4,103 and 3,472 units sold respectively.
"We're extremely proud of our best February sales month ever," said Len Hunt, executive vice president and COO of KMA. "As evidenced by the all-new Sedona, the word is spreading that Kia is redefining value by surprising consumers in terms of what's possible in automotive safety, style performance, fit and finish and smart packaging."
Kia Motors America is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corp. in Seoul, South Korea. For more information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com .
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MONTH OF FEBRUARY YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2006 2005 2006 2005 Rio 2,667 2,363 4,660 4,624 Spectra 4,103 3,293 6,906 6,288 Optima 1,516 3,846 2,782 7,483 Amanti 524 1,854 1,131 4,202 Sportage 3,012 655 6,223 682 Sorento 3,472 3,406 6,218 6,786 Sedona 5,425 5,037 10,909 7,543 Total 20,719 20,454 38,829 37,608
03-01-06 | 06:31 PM
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Suzuki February 2006 Sales Up 39 Percent
BREA, Calif.--March 1, 2006--American Suzuki Motor Corp. (ASMC) today announced sales of 8,542 units in February - an increase of 39 percent over February 2005 and the best February sales in company history. The new monthly sales record continues Suzuki's recent sales momentum which included record sales in January and sales of 82,101 in 2005 - the best sales year in American Suzuki's 21-year history.
ASMC's record month was led by the top-selling Forenza family of vehicles with 3,396 units sold in February - an 82 percent increase over 2005. In addition, sales of the all-new Grand Vitara increased to 2,299 units, an impressive 253 percent over last year's numbers.
"Suzuki's exciting sales momentum is continuing into 2006," said Koichi Suzuki, president of American Suzuki's Automotive Operations. "The increasing popularity of the all-new 2006 Grand Vitara and the continuing sales strength of the Forenza models helped us achieve a record sales mark for February."
Suzuki's expanding product line in the United States includes the media-acclaimed 2006 Grand Vitara, the popular Forenza sedan and Forenza Wagon, the five-door Reno, the Aerio and Aerio SX, the Verona and the Suzuki XL-7, one of the most affordable and fuel-efficient seven-passenger SUVs sold in the United States.
In addition to the strong vehicle lineup, Suzuki automobiles feature America's #1 Warranty with its industry-leading 100,000-mile/7-year, zero deductible, fully transferable limited powertrain warranty.
ASMC's record month was led by the top-selling Forenza family of vehicles with 3,396 units sold in February - an 82 percent increase over 2005. In addition, sales of the all-new Grand Vitara increased to 2,299 units, an impressive 253 percent over last year's numbers.
"Suzuki's exciting sales momentum is continuing into 2006," said Koichi Suzuki, president of American Suzuki's Automotive Operations. "The increasing popularity of the all-new 2006 Grand Vitara and the continuing sales strength of the Forenza models helped us achieve a record sales mark for February."
Suzuki's expanding product line in the United States includes the media-acclaimed 2006 Grand Vitara, the popular Forenza sedan and Forenza Wagon, the five-door Reno, the Aerio and Aerio SX, the Verona and the Suzuki XL-7, one of the most affordable and fuel-efficient seven-passenger SUVs sold in the United States.
In addition to the strong vehicle lineup, Suzuki automobiles feature America's #1 Warranty with its industry-leading 100,000-mile/7-year, zero deductible, fully transferable limited powertrain warranty.
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AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. MONTH END REPORTING
FEBRUARY CYTD
2006 2005 MTD VS. 2006 2005 YTD VS.
MTD PRIOR YTD PRIOR
YR. YR.
VITARA: 1 103 -99% 2 190 -99%
GRAND VITARA: 2,299 652 253% 4,275 939 355%
XL-7: 1,789 2,228 -20% 3,300 4,719 -30%
AERIO: 748 534 40% 1,411 957 47%
FORENZA(a): 3,396 1,865 82% 6,154 3,417 80%
VERONA: 309 782 -60% 610 1,356 -55%
TOTAL: 8,542 6,164 39% 15,752 11,578 36%
(a) Please note: Forenza Wagon and Reno sales are included in the
03-01-06 | 07:29 PM
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Down 50% -- anyone know what the deal is?
My brother bought one altho I advised him not to; I know they had to take out his entire air conditioning unit & since then I have never asked him about it again.
It is not a very practical car but I think that it looks nice -- ponder why it is not selling ...
My brother bought one altho I advised him not to; I know they had to take out his entire air conditioning unit & since then I have never asked him about it again.
It is not a very practical car but I think that it looks nice -- ponder why it is not selling ...
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03-01-06 | 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by GS69
Down 50% -- anyone know what the deal is?
My brother bought one altho I advised him not too; I know they had to take out his entire air conditioning unit & since then I have never asked him about it again.
It is not a very practical car but I think that it looks nice -- ponder why it is not selling ...
My brother bought one altho I advised him not too; I know they had to take out his entire air conditioning unit & since then I have never asked him about it again.
It is not a very practical car but I think that it looks nice -- ponder why it is not selling ...
Of note, I've never driven a car that handles like the RX-8 - so balanced.
03-02-06 | 12:06 AM
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Ron/Mike
I'm sorry, but the GS460/350 are not due out till this fall. I don't believe for one minute that Lexus started reducing production last November/December in anticipation of this. We can have this discussion in the April/May/June timeframe and it might have more credibility.
Lexus MIGHT however be reducing production simply because the cars are not selling like they used to. Honda is doing this with their Pilot -but this is an old platform, not a new platform and people are ready for a redo of that vehicle.
I think we can all agree that they should not have waited to bring out the new engines. It does sound like they are incredible however.
I'm sorry, but the GS460/350 are not due out till this fall. I don't believe for one minute that Lexus started reducing production last November/December in anticipation of this. We can have this discussion in the April/May/June timeframe and it might have more credibility.
Lexus MIGHT however be reducing production simply because the cars are not selling like they used to. Honda is doing this with their Pilot -but this is an old platform, not a new platform and people are ready for a redo of that vehicle.
I think we can all agree that they should not have waited to bring out the new engines. It does sound like they are incredible however.
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03-02-06 | 04:18 AM
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Originally Posted by doug_999
Ron/Mike
I'm sorry, but the GS460/350 are not due out till this fall. I don't believe for one minute that Lexus started reducing production last November/December in anticipation of this. We can have this discussion in the April/May/June timeframe and it might have more credibility.
Lexus MIGHT however be reducing production simply because the cars are not selling like they used to. Honda is doing this with their Pilot -but this is an old platform, not a new platform and people are ready for a redo of that vehicle.
I think we can all agree that they should not have waited to bring out the new engines. It does sound like they are incredible however.
I'm sorry, but the GS460/350 are not due out till this fall. I don't believe for one minute that Lexus started reducing production last November/December in anticipation of this. We can have this discussion in the April/May/June timeframe and it might have more credibility.
Lexus MIGHT however be reducing production simply because the cars are not selling like they used to. Honda is doing this with their Pilot -but this is an old platform, not a new platform and people are ready for a redo of that vehicle.
I think we can all agree that they should not have waited to bring out the new engines. It does sound like they are incredible however.
- The Lexus brand has a 20-day supply, and Scion has a 13-day supply. Most automakers strive for a supply of about 60 days (this is from Jan 2006).
- GS430 is special order car now for most regions.
Both of these indicate that Lexus has indeed cut the production.
03-02-06 | 06:33 AM
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Porsche Cars North America Reports February 2006 Sales
ATLANTA, March 1 -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, today announced its best-ever February sales in the United States. The company sold a total of 2,700 Porsches, an increase of 20 percent compared to February of 2005.
This record-setting performance was due to sharp increases in sports car line sales. The Boxster/Cayman series sales of 870 units was 60 percent ahead of the same period last year, while the 911 series total of 902 units was 31 percent greater than the February 2005 total. Sales of the Cayenne totaled 917 units.
"To have such a strong sales performance in our sports car model lines is very impressive," said Peter Schwarzenbauer, PCNA President and CEO. "It is also remarkable given the difficult economical environment as well as the harsh weather that hit our major Northeast markets last month."
In addition, dealers sold 482 Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicles, compared to 352 for the same period last year.
This record-setting performance was due to sharp increases in sports car line sales. The Boxster/Cayman series sales of 870 units was 60 percent ahead of the same period last year, while the 911 series total of 902 units was 31 percent greater than the February 2005 total. Sales of the Cayenne totaled 917 units.
"To have such a strong sales performance in our sports car model lines is very impressive," said Peter Schwarzenbauer, PCNA President and CEO. "It is also remarkable given the difficult economical environment as well as the harsh weather that hit our major Northeast markets last month."
In addition, dealers sold 482 Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicles, compared to 352 for the same period last year.
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Model Month to Date Year to Date
Current Prior Current Prior
Year Year Year Year
Boxster 233 302 441 561
Boxster S 99 241 251 450
Cayman S 538 0 1561 0
ALL BOXSTER/CAYMAN 870 543 2253 1011
911 Carrera 82 259 173 501
911 Carrera S 157 196 296 346
Carrera Cabriolet 98 0 205 0
Carrera S Cabriolet 208 0 370 0
Carrera 4 Coupe 47 0 93 0
Carrera 4S Coupe 88 0 175 0
Carrera 4 Cabriolet 59 0 96 0
Carrera 4S Cabriolet 159 0 298 0
All 911 Carrera models (996) 4 235 6 463
ALL 911 902 690 1712 1310
Cayenne 383 412 791 866
Cayenne S 410 401 879 849
Cayenne Turbo 73 177 172 346
Cayenne Turbo S 51 0 103 0
ALL CAYENNE 917 990 1945 2061
CARRERA GT 11 20 22 38
GRAND TOTALS 2700 2243 5932 4420
Certified Pre-Owned 482 352 944 684