Advice for heavily discounted GLAs at Downtown MB?

[oilerfan4lyfe]

Noticed on FB that Downtown MB is selling 2020 GLAs that are brand new for $33,900. That is $6000 below dealer cost according to Unhaggle. They come with warranty to 2025. Does this seem a little too good to be true? Could someone not drive this for 1-2 years and sell at a minimal loss? Hoping some of the knowledgeable MB beyonders can chime in. I know nothing about Mercedes.

[lilmira]

making room for 2021? the 2020 will look immediately dated when the new ones land. Pretty fair deal based on that I think.

[ercchry]

Possibly were ordered for car2go duty, with them pulling out of all NA markets they now have a surplus... combine that with covid and perfect recipe for fire sale.

Would probably lease out well... fun little cars with some practicality

[Buster]

My GLA45 is for sale if you're into it.

[Mys73ri0]

Possibly were ordered for car2go duty, with them pulling out of all NA markets they now have a surplus... combine that with covid and perfect recipe for fire sale.

Would probably lease out well... fun little cars with some practicality

https://www.mercedes-benz-downtowncalgary.ca/inventory/search?stock_type=New&make=Mercedes-Benz&body_type=Convertible%7CCoupe%7CHatchback%7CSUV%7CSedan&model=GLA&page=1&page_length=20

considering they have about 100 of em all the same specs in grey white or black looks like it... amazing deal though - nav and avante garde package... probably cant even get a rav4 or crv at that price

[Xtrema]

Noticed on FB that Downtown MB is selling 2020 GLAs that are brand new for $33,900. That is $6000 below dealer cost according to Unhaggle. They come with warranty to 2025. Does this seem a little too good to be true? Could someone not drive this for 1-2 years and sell at a minimal loss? Hoping some of the knowledgeable MB beyonders can chime in. I know nothing about Mercedes.

They probably over ordered and got stuck with it. Probably a very base model that very few willing to take on. As well as GLB has already landed and is 10x better in utility, interior quality and tech. Nobody in their right mind will pick a GLA over GLB at the same price.

It's a good price you if are ok with base audio system. The system should have CP/AA support.

I don't know about driving for 1-2 years with minimal loss. Wholesale of used car has dropped 10% but given they took 20% off MSRP and give you 1 extra year warranty, it may be set you back to the normal depreciation curve.

[Xtrema]

https://www.mercedes-benz-downtowncalgary.ca/inventory/search?stock_type=New&make=Mercedes-Benz&body_type=Convertible%7CCoupe%7CHatchback%7CSUV%7CSedan&model=GLA&page=1&page_length=20

considering they have about 100 of em all the same specs in grey white or black looks like it... amazing deal though - nav and avante garde package... probably cant even get a rav4 or crv at that price

Interesting. They are CPO with 90kms on them.

No wonder they got 5 year warranty.


Possibly were ordered for car2go duty, with them pulling out of all NA markets they now have a surplus... combine that with covid and perfect recipe for fire sale.

Would probably lease out well... fun little cars with some practicality

Why black tho?

[oilerfan4lyfe]

Thanks for the replies. One of their sales guys confirmed they got them from Car2go at a heavily discounted price.
It does suck that none of them have the upgraded sound system. Their demo models with more KMs are listed for higher prices.
They're not willing to allow leases through MB finance on these.

[schocker]

Can't figure out what options they have to make them the $49k msrp pricing. Looks like all have navigation and most I think have parking/360 cam. Had been looking out for an suv for my sister, so this is pretty great deal.
Vin does comfirm car2go
https://www.mbdecoder.com/decode/WDCTG4GB0LJ662399

2U0 Car2go packages

[killramos]

Thanks for the replies. One of their sales guys confirmed they got them from Car2go at a heavily discounted price.
It does suck that none of them have the upgraded sound system. Their demo models with more KMs are listed for higher prices.
They're not willing to allow leases through MB finance on these.

MB owns Car2Go

[lasimmon]

MB owns Car2Go

Well you mean Daimler AG and BMW.

[killramos]

Well you mean Daimler AG and BMW.

No Car2Go has always been MB.

Sharenow is the MB BMW JV that bought Car2Go shortly before they pulled out of our market.

So Car2Go as we know it has always been MB only.

[lasimmon]

Well ya but car2go doesn’t exist anymore. Was just being cheeky. Might be wrong too though haha

[adam c]

If these are all former car2go, I would stay away, those were treated worse than rental cars

[HiSpec]

Thanks for the replies. One of their sales guys confirmed they got them from Car2go at a heavily discounted price.
It does suck that none of them have the upgraded sound system. Their demo models with more KMs are listed for higher prices.
They're not willing to allow leases through MB finance on these.

I believe a lot of dealerships are required to buy out their old (but new) stock. Which in this case the 2019 CLA/GLAs with 90km on the odometer are consider as 'pre-owned' so that's why you can't lease them.

[ExtraSlow]

If these are all former car2go, I would stay away, those were treated worse than rental cars

These were intended to become car2go fleet, but never entered service.

[Xtrema]

If these are all former car2go, I would stay away, those were treated worse than rental cars

The 97 doesn't look like they have been put into service. All under 90km, which is MB talk for new car.

But I bet they were registered under Car2Go but was never put into rotation and Car2Go just quit and stranded these.

[Disoblige]

Group deal, buy 10 total for $30k all in each?!

Haha jk. Too bad this car is so god damn ugly.

[C4S]

My GLA45 is for sale if you're into it.

Green .. right?

[schocker]

The 97 doesn't look like they have been put into service. All under 90km, which is MB talk for new car.

But I bet they were registered under Car2Go but was never put into rotation and Car2Go just quit and stranded these.

Seems like it. They have like 70+ 2019 CLA which have carfax for rentals, all <9000km for around $29k so those must have been part of the actual fleet.

[Buster]

Green .. right?

yup.

[Team_Mclaren]

fuck that's cheaper than a base model Rav4/CRV

[88CRX]

Well that’s a hell of a deal. Must resist urge to upgrade our savage Fit.

[2020]

Anybody what the finance/lease rates are?

[Disoblige]

Anybody what the finance/lease rates are?
Oh wow, look, first try.

Here you go, my Aspen lord.
http://tiny.cc/vu9onz

[jwslam]

Doesn't look like these things have many options. Are they all dealer installed?

[eglove]

Doesn't look like these things have many options. Are they all dealer installed?

They are fulled loaded with NAV, carplay, 360 camera, handress tailgate etc and everything,

[got_mike33]

Man that is certainly tempting at that price. They include 3-years prepaid maintenance as well.

[Darkane]

I wish the gla didn’t require premium.

Too much of a differential for big time kms between the fuels.

[pheoxs]

Wonder what kind of financing is available on it since it's technically being sold as used?

[schocker]

Wonder what kind of financing is available on it since it's technically being sold as used?

Should just be 0.99% for 24 months for cpo off the website.

Rate Details

24 months 0.99%
36 months 2.99%
48 months 3.49%
60 months 3.99%
72 months 4.99%

[2020]

Should just be 0.99% for 24 months for cpo off the website.

Rate Details

24 months 0.99%
36 months 2.99%
48 months 3.49%
60 months 3.99%
72 months 4.99%

Thanks!
I might grab one of these as my daily beater.

[pheoxs]

Thanks!
I might grab one of these as my daily beater.


Location: Aspen SW

Checks out.

[sabad66]

Is it really accurate to call these things SUVs? To me they are more a crossover but i am completely naive to the world of Mercedes.

Anyone know if these have more interior room in the back than an Audi Q5? Kinda tempting just based on the price but no point in wasting mine or the dealer's time discussing if i'm losing room than what i have now.

EDIT: actually found this comparison: https://www.thecarconnection.com/car-compare-results/audi_q5_2018-vs-mercedes-benz_gla-class_2018

looks like the rear seat is way smaller so that's a no-go with my 2 car seats (one rear facing). oh well.

[gpomp]

I can't believe these were $50k brand new when a $25k Golf or Mazda3 has a nicer interior. I guess $34k makes it more palatable...

[88CRX]

Is it really accurate to call these things SUVs? To me they are more a crossover but i am completely naive to the world of Mercedes.

Anyone know if these have more interior room in the back than an Audi Q5? Kinda tempting just based on the price but no point in wasting mine or the dealer's time discussing if i'm losing room than what i have now.

More space then a Q5? Not a chance. The GLA is a small vehicle.

[rage2]

The GLA is only roomy if you have the AMG race seats. I hear there's a green one available.

[sabad66]

More space then a Q5? Not a chance. The GLA is a small vehicle.

yeah just realized that. the front seats are actually quite similar but rear you lose a lot of space.

[Xtrema]

So SCW only cover powertrain for year 4 and 5. You want full coverage, you need to upgrade to ELW at a discount.

It's a compact SUV and smaller than the old Tiguan. But I don't think you'll find a AWD vehicle with 250lb/ft of torque a this price range with 5yr/120k warranty.

[C4S]

yup.

And somehow I thought it was Lease.... ��

[2Legit2Quit]

Just got home from checking them out, it's a good deal overall for the sake of the vehicle, price, and warranty.

Biggest drawbacks are the interior space feels small, not terrible but small. I'm 6'5 so I'm pretty tall and sat comfortably in it, both in the front and back but compared to a CR-V it feels considerably smaller. I'd compare this to a HR-V or something similar in the crossover world. We have a dog so that's the biggest barrier for us, with the backseats folded upright there's no way he would be comfortable, so that leaves you with folding the seats down or having him in the back seat...not end of the world stuff but then what do you do if you have passenger(s).

Other negative is the financing, since these have been registered once they aren't offering the 0.49% they have for "new" vehicles and were offering 3.99% on a 5 year term which is blah.

Might be good for some folks as overall it is a good deal in general and depending on ones situation.

[Buster]

And somehow I thought it was Lease.... ��

I really should start leasing, but I usually just buy my cars cash. My green one had a cheap financing offer so I took it, but that's rare for me.

[Disoblige]

Just got home from checking them out, it's a good deal overall for the sake of the vehicle, price, and warranty.

Other negative is the financing, since these have been registered once they aren't offering the 0.49% they have for "new" vehicles and were offering 3.99% on a 5 year term which is blah.
Good information!

Too bad about the financing as I think it would be very popular for many folks if it offered a low finance rate.

With that said, I wonder if this means there is more incentives if someone bought it as a cash deal? Curious to see if anyone pulled the trigger on one without financing.

By the way, it was $33,900 before, now it is $34,900. They increased the price by $1k?

[HiSpec]

Good information!

Too bad about the financing as I think it would be very popular for many folks if it offered a low finance rate.

With that said, I wonder if this means there is more incentives if someone bought it as a cash deal? Curious to see if anyone pulled the trigger on one without financing.

By the way, it was $33,900 before, now it is $34,900. They increased the price by $1k?

I would assume it is due to a fair amount of inquires.

[2Legit2Quit]

You can still get it for $33,900 if you don't want the 3 year maintenance plan, that's the $1k increase.

Sales guy that helped us today said they sold 10 yesterday and more on the move today, local purchases and out of province buyers who are paying to have the vehicle shipped to them.

I don't see them budging on the price as there's no real need to since someone is going to buy the stock. I asked and was told no, negotiated trade in value though. Not sure if a full cash purchase would open any doors.

[riander5]

I really should start leasing, but I usually just buy my cars cash. My green one had a cheap financing offer so I took it, but that's rare for me.

whats greeny selling for?

[RX_EVOLV]

Just saw the ads that they also have 2019 CLA250 for $250/month lease with $0 down, or <$30k. Didnt click on the link but that seems so cheap

[ExtraSlow]

$250/mo, holy hell that seems like a good deal.

[oilerfan4lyfe]

I ended up going with the 2019 CLA 250 lease deal. Most the CLAs have between 5,500 and 10,000 KM on them. They still had a lot of them left in DT as of yesterday, other dealers are matching DT's posted promo if they also have the '19 Car2Go CLAs. IMO I think this car is a rip off for it's supposed new price, but I have no idea what else you can lease for this cheap.

Full terms:
Monthly payment of $248.48 + GST = $260.90 total, includes all fees, $0 down. Interest rate is 4.99%, 24,000 KM/year, 2 year term. The deal is through MBFS, so I assume it will qualify for a loyalty discount if getting a new MB later on.
Has first three payments waived, car is Star Certified and has 2 year warranty with limitations on top of regular warranty. Depending on in service date, warranty will run out in 2024 or 2025.
"A" servicing was done on mine, "B" servicing in about a year, guessing somewhere around $600 for that.

Price Breakdown:
MSRP $33,999.00
Options $790.25 (no idea why)
Adjustment $-4,369.25
Net $30,420.00
Filing fee $19.96
Financed amount $30,439.96
Residual $27,344.00
Implicit Finance Charge $2,867.56
Total Lease Cost $6,261.60

I tried desperately to make them cover the one payment I have left on my existing non-MB vehicle but they wouldn't budge even a dollar. Tried asking for less KMs/lower int rate/cover the next servicing, all was a straight no.

I wanted to get mine before posting on here, in case Xtrema decided to put it on RFD for the Ontario folks to get at (I'm kidding, I don't care that you put it on RFD).

Stolen from the website:

Local, NO ACCIDENTS, Warranty Until October 2024, Nearly New Car Mileage, and Highly Equipped with the Avantgarde Edition & Navigation Packages! AVAILABLE FINANCE RATES FROM 0.99% & 3 Payments Waived! This Incredibly Priced 2019 CLA250 4MATIC 4 Door Coupe offers a brilliant list of key features such as; Remote Start, Apple CarPlay, Google Android Auto, Auto Dimming Mirrors, Power Folding Side View Mirrors, Panoramic Sunroof, COMANDNavigation w/ MB Apps, THERMOTRONIC Auto Climate Control, LED High Performance Headlamps, Foot Activated Trunk Release, Keyless Go, and 18 Inch 5 Spoke Wheels w/ All Season Tires!

[adam c]

Can you post the link?

How long is the term?

[oilerfan4lyfe]

Can you post the link?

How long is the term?

https://www.mercedes-benz-downtowncalgary.ca/inventory/used/2019-mercedes-benz-cla-calgary-alberta/17594202

There's one of them...can search their website. Exterior colors are Gray, White, Black. All interiors are black. 2 year term.

[adam c]

Oh CLA thought it was also on the GLA

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Wow that CLA deal is very tempting, only problem is I don’t need a fourth vehicle haha

[oilerfan4lyfe]

Oh CLA thought it was also on the GLA

They told me I couldn't lease the GLA. Not sure if anyone else has gotten them to bite on that, but I'm guessing not since they seem to be selling rapidly.

[adam c]

What’s the term and buyout?

[black300]

The CLA is a good deal if you are planning to lease and return it after 2 years. I am assuming there is no buy back option anyhow.

Looks like they have tons remaining. Just not sure how stingy MB is when returning the vehicle for extra end of lease charges.

[Team_Mclaren]

What’s the term and buyout?

It's a 2 year lease. And the buyout should be sky high @ 250/MONTH

[Darkane]

I sort of with this was happening with civics or something.

CLA is cool for that price.

Edit: lol, my typo makes it sound like I have a lisp. I will leave it as is

[adam c]

Ah I see it now
Reading > me

Yea buyout would be huge

[oilerfan4lyfe]

The residual is listed at $27,344.00. They heavily discounted the MSRP - listed it at $33,999 rather than the $45K or whatever the car would have been new.
I'll edit my post above with full details on MSRP/List/etc. for others.

[ercchry]

Especially at 5% on a lease (interest on full vehicle cost)

If you have warranty for the full time you have it though, why not for that price? Tons of these cars had CELs and were like 5k kms over due for maintenance every time I would get in one. Long term ownership is not advisable haha

[black300]

Haha I used to drive them into DT with Paddles all the time and I would say 70% of the vehicles always said check coolant.

I am assuming this is a closed lease, not like the Raptors that were Open Lease.

[ercchry]

Haha I used to drive them into DT with Paddles all the time and I would say 70% of the vehicles always said check coolant.

I am assuming this is a closed lease, not like the Raptors that were Open Lease.

Could smell that DCT every time I got out :rofl:

Auto stop off, sport mode, paddles, paddles, paddles :rofl:

[oilerfan4lyfe]

Could smell that DCT every time I got out :rofl:

Auto stop off, sport mode, paddles, paddles, paddles :rofl:

And this is why I don't plan on keeping the car once the lease expires haha.

[Tik-Tok]

Pretty sure the cheap lease is so they can test out which ones survive long enough to resell.

Either way, I'm here right now, about to sign the lease, lol.

Mercedes really is the new Civic

[black300]

How many approx. are remaining Tik-Tok?

[oilerfan4lyfe]

Pretty sure the cheap lease is so they can test out which ones survive long enough to resell.

Either way, I'm here right now, about to sign the lease, lol.

Mercedes really is the new Civic

Were they willing to give you any sort of discount? I didn't go DT, so I'm curious if you had any luck perking up the deal even more.

[adam c]

Were they willing to give you any sort of discount? I didn't go DT, so I'm curious if you had any luck perking up the deal even more.

Which location did you go to?
I’d prefer a closer location to me but lone star doesn’t appear to have the same offer

[Tik-Tok]

Theres 50+ remaining, but only 10 or so if the $250 ones that are "higher" kms. A 5-6000km unit is $340/month.

They're as expected, not blemish free, and the better they look, the more expensive they are.

I got one with just over 10k, for $230 a month, but they're fixing the curb rash and the few rock chips there are.

[Darkane]

Theres 50+ remaining, but only 10 or so if the $250 ones that are "higher" kms. A 5-6000km unit is $340/month.

They're as expected, not blemish free, and the better they look, the more expensive they are.

I got one with just over 10k, for $230 a month, but they're fixing the curb rash and the few rock chips there are.

$230?! For 24k kms??

Excellent.

[Team_Mclaren]

Word has it it's an open end lease?

[oilerfan4lyfe]

Word has it it's an open end lease?

How can someone tell? I have my offer to lease. Doesn't say open or closed on it.

[bigboom]

That has to be an open ended lease. No way MBFS is going to want to take those back in two years at $27K.

[redblack]

Closed lease - excellent deal
Open lease - run

[Tik-Tok]

I haven't actually signed any lease yet as they only have one finance guy working. Didn't feel like hanging around for hours. If it is open, there's no chance I'm taking it, lol.

[adam c]

Signed, pick up Tuesday

[black300]

I haven't actually signed any lease yet as they only have one finance guy working. Didn't feel like hanging around for hours. If it is open, there's no chance I'm taking it, lol.

I just came here and asked. The salesman said it’s Closed.

[Tik-Tok]

I just came here and asked. The salesman said it’s Closed.

Oh thank fuck.

We're all going to have to have a Car2Go meet one day :rofl:

[tonytiger55]

Whoooaaaa... $260.90 a month for 2 years... Thats hell of a deal.
Oh the temptation to get out of my ageing Samurai and into something modern..

[msommers]

Yes Tony yes!

[adam c]

Mines 273, but I opted in for prepaid maintenance as they aren’t including it anymore, however they still cover 3 months of payments

[ExtraSlow]

I mean, your current ride isn't likely to cost you $6300 in the next two years, so this is likely more expensive, but......

Buuuttt, this is probably one of the cheapest possible ways to be driving a brand new car for 2 years.

[adam c]

My ‘youngest’ vehicle is 2011, so this is nice to have luxury and features I don’t currently have

[ExtraSlow]

It's a great deal. I was speaking specifically to Tony, because I know he's cheap like me.

[Darkane]

Definition of budget balling. Love it.

[adam c]

Gotta start somewhere

[tonytiger55]

I mean, your current ride isn't likely to cost you $6300 in the next two years, so this is likely more expensive, but......

Buuuttt, this is probably one of the cheapest possible ways to be driving a brand new car for 2 years.

Oh FFS. I wanted a relaxing weekend. This is going to fuck with my head now.
I was not expecting my Samurai to go this long. I need new winter tyres this year. Electrics are starting to go. I need to do some basic rust work. But... park the Samurai in the parkade nursing home... and then a new car.... A new MERCEDES car for two years..

[adam c]

There was a lot of people there, need to go in by appointment but even then people were walking in without asking about the deals

[black300]

Oh thank fuck.

We're all going to have to have a Car2Go meet one day :rofl:

Apparently Mercedes Canada is leasing these, I believe open leases are only done through third party lenders. For example the Raptors that were selling a few months ago.
I probably will have them write it on the contract just for reassurance purposes.

Haha what color did you get? I did not get one. I was looking for my brother and went with him. He got white.

I think I will get the pre-paid maintenance worked into the payment as well. Works out be $264 all in

[Tik-Tok]

Apparently Mercedes Canada is leasing these, I believe open leases are only done through third party lenders. For example the Raptors that were selling a few months ago.
I probably will have them write it on the contract just for reassurance purposes.

Haha what color did you get? I did not get one. I was looking for my brother and went with him. He got white.

I think I will get the pre-paid maintenance worked into the payment as well. Works out be $264 all in

White as well. The grey is blah, and I hate owning black cars in this province. (plus the ones I saw needed a serious power polish)

[black300]

There was a lot of people there, need to go in by appointment but even then people were walking in without asking about the deals

Yes, I saw some Asian come in walk-in and they said sorry can't see anyone without an appointment. This was around 4:00pm, he pulled the I tried to "book an appointment but the server was not letting me" I am pretty sure he got to see someone.

For someone who owns a business this is perfect and that is exactly why my brother jumped on it.

- - - Updated - - -


White as well. The grey is blah, and I hate owning black cars in this province. (plus the ones I saw needed a serious power polish)

I didn't even get to see the one we were getting, the salesman assured all curb rash, dings and dents will be fixed.

[adam c]

^^ what time were you there? I was there around that time too

I found mine in the parking lot

[black300]

I left around 4:45 from the dealership I think. They have lots, some are in the front area where customers parks and they have tons in the back where the gated fence is.

I sat in a black one to get a feel in the fenced area.

[bigboom]

Ok. I take it back, closed end lease, like adamc I went with white $273/month tax and prepaid maintenance. First three payments are also waived as an incentive.

[D'z Nutz]

How are the GLAs in terms of long term reliability and maintenance costs, post warranty period?

I keep telling myself I don't need a new vehicle, but damn at these prices they're tempting and I've always really liked the look of them.

[yipb]

Not sure about its reliability, but these are amazing deals for just leasing. Have fun with it for two years and just return them. Similar to that tlx deal back in 2015

edit: only cla can be leased

[bigboom]

The lease deal is only on the cla, the gla is better to purchase.

[rage2]

How are the GLAs in terms of long term reliability and maintenance costs, post warranty period?

I keep telling myself I don't need a new vehicle, but damn at these prices they're tempting and I've always really liked the look of them.
The early models had a rash of transmission problems which was mostly because of the TCU. Ate through clutches way quicker than it should have. That’s all fixed now and doesn’t affect the newer model here. That’s your expensive fix if things break, DCTs aren’t very serviceable. Haven’t heard any long term problems otherwise. We had our 2015 B which had the exact same drivetrain for 4 years and 80k kms, drove the same as it did new. Rock solid.

All the wear items like brakes are available in the aftermarket much cheaper than oem from the dealer. IIRC complete set of discs and pads were like $300 aftermarket vs $1600 from dealer haha.

[D'z Nutz]

The early models had a rash of transmission problems which was mostly because of the TCU. Ate through clutches way quicker than it should have. That’s all fixed now and doesn’t affect the newer model here. That’s your expensive fix if things break, DCTs aren’t very serviceable. Haven’t heard any long term problems otherwise. We had our 2015 B which had the exact same drivetrain for 4 years and 80k kms, drove the same as it did new. Rock solid.

All the wear items like brakes are available in the aftermarket much cheaper than oem from the dealer. IIRC complete set of discs and pads were like $300 aftermarket vs $1600 from dealer haha.

Thanks Rage. Maybe I'll go schedule a test drive.

[Team_Mclaren]

That has to be an open ended lease. No way MBFS is going to want to take those back in two years at $27K.


Nice that you checked, cause MBFS does have open end leases (They call it Unlimited Kilometre Lease). 260/month close end is a great deal on a 2 year dump it lease. So tempting but i dont need anther car....