Prices to Aim For Right Now?

[Roy2001]

Who knows what the future will bring? It could be bigger discounts or no cars at all.

A ~$5K discount is decent. Combined with other incentives, it makes for a very affordable vehicle.

Agree price is good after all incentives.

 

[Landshark]

Lithia Honda in Medford, OR had a Touring and 2 Base models shown in inventory last week. A bit of a drive from Sacramento, but scenic. No idea how they’re priced.

Funny, we had ours delivered to Oregon from a CA dealer nearly 2 years ago.

 

[Roy2001]

Lithia Honda in Medford, OR had a Touring and 2 Base models shown in inventory last week. A bit of a drive from Sacramento, but scenic. No idea how they’re priced.

Funny, we had ours delivered to Oregon from a CA dealer nearly 2 years ago.

California should have $1500 incentive.

BTW, I am not in a hurry. I need a car next fall, but can buy any time in between. Given the chip shortage that would last for 2-3 years, maybe it is a good idea to get the Clarity now. I guess I can sell it any time with little depreciation. Supposely, our county provides $1000 rebate, California hs $1500, plus federal credit, total is 10k incentive.

 

[jeko44]

Yes, I agree with landshark, but no cars at all seems more likely. If you're getting that deal now, and you're ready to buy, I wouldn't pass it up if there are no others to be found.

 

[Roy2001]

The dealer keep tell me CA rebate applies to only Sacramento county even though they were listed as participating dealer.

 

[kfoss]

Super frustrating that Californians with Costco get $5K on the hood from Honda, but as an buy-curious Illinois resident "best we can do is $800 off MSRP". Guess its used for me!

 

[Landshark]

The dealer keep tell me CA rebate applies to only Sacramento county even though they were listed as participating dealer.

Not sure what’s going on down there. At last check, Sacramento was still part of California. The Clarity PHEV is eligible for a $1000 California STATE Rebate. There may be other incentives available at the county or city level, or from certain utility companies.

Also note: Some dealers are clueless.

 

[Landshark]

Super frustrating that Californians with Costco get $5K on the hood from Honda, but as an buy-curious Illinois resident "best we can do is $800 off MSRP". Guess its used for me!

Or, buy from a CA dealer and arrange for transport to your state.

 

[Sthomasa]

Confirmed today. Very few in So Cal. Dealer not expecting any more in, no 2022.
Dealer offered to find one in some other state (guess where there is no electric?)
Love the clarity. Sadly, not replacing 19 with 21.

 

[Agzand]

Confirmed today. Very few in So Cal. Dealer not expecting any more in, no 2022.
Dealer offered to find one in some other state (guess where there is no electric?)
Love the clarity. Sadly, not replacing 19 with 21.

Sounds like he wants to sell you a different car.

 

[Sthomasa]

Sadly, there is only the Rav4 Prime that would be in the running. At around 50k, ( could buy a base Rav4 for 26k) I think way over priced.
My guess is the next phev from Honda will be a CRV. Did I read Europe already has?
But who knows, boat load could show up.
Until then, enjoying my Clarity.

 

[Agzand]

Sadly, there is only the Rav4 Prime that would be in the running. At around 50k, ( could buy a base Rav4 for 26k) I think way over priced.
My guess is the next phev from Honda will be a CRV. Did I read Europe already has?
But who knows, boat load could show up.
Until then, enjoying my Clarity.

There are two new PHEV SUVs coming to the market: Hyundai Tucson and Ford Escape PHEV. They have lower EV range but I think they have adequate range. There will be a new Outlander PHEV next year.

 

[insightman]

Sadly, there is only the Rav4 Prime that would be in the running. At around 50k, ( could buy a base Rav4 for 26k) I think way over priced.

However, can you actually find a Rav4 Prime for sale? Its price appears to be what the market will bear.

 

[Landshark]

FWIW:

 

[Mowcowbell]

Sadly, there is only the Rav4 Prime that would be in the running. At around 50k, ( could buy a base Rav4 for 26k) I think way over priced.
My guess is the next phev from Honda will be a CRV. Did I read Europe already has?
But who knows, boat load could show up.
Until then, enjoying my Clarity.

Actually you can buy a PHEV from Chrysler - the Pacifica plug in Hybrid. 32 miles of EV range and plenty to find under $40K new. $45K if you want a fully decked out Limited model. Also qualifies for the full $7500 federal tax credit as it has a 17kW battery under the middle row seats.

 

[PHEVDave]

Super frustrating that Californians with Costco get $5K on the hood from Honda, but as an buy-curious Illinois resident "best we can do is $800 off MSRP". Guess its used for me!

Keep looking, though. I live in IL and found a Clarity in MI about 3-1/2 hours away and was able to get a little more than $4000 off MSRP (last October). There were better deals in CA at the time, I think, but that’s a different story.