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Ruff · 30 December 2008, 01:52 PM

Is 10% a good discount for models like the DSSD, GMTIIc, and the GV or should I try to get more. The AD wouldn't get off MSRP before the holidays, but now is willing to give me 10%.

Whiskey · 30 December 2008, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ruff

Is 10% a good discount for models like the DSSD, GMTIIc, and the GV or should I try to get more. The AD wouldn't get off MSRP before the holidays, but now is willing to give me 10%.

I suggest you give it more time.

Wait for April 2009 to go watch shopping. 10% too low. I believe 20% is attainable by April.

casadecamporolex · 30 December 2008, 02:02 PM

Agreed.....the prices are good now and will be fantastic soon.
All the prices will de-value due to the supply/demand curve and if you have cash, it's "Let's make a deal"!!!! with Monty Hall.

cars4life · 30 December 2008, 02:04 PM

Get it if you're comfortable. Discounts really get bigger as time passes. But if it will make you happy to get it now.. why not? I'm happy when i got my GMT IIc with 5% discount. Goodluck!!

wantonebad · 30 December 2008, 02:04 PM

My compadres have answered correctly IMHO, but just to be clear, 10% in this market ain't great. If an AD offered me 20% I would probably purchase from them, short of that I would go grey. again JMHO

leopardprey · 30 December 2008, 02:05 PM

10% is a fair and good discount, especially on the SS sport models. For a TT model or Datejust, you maybe able to swing 15%.

BigHat · 31 December 2008, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

10% is a fair and good discount, especially on the SS sport models. For a TT model or Datejust, you maybe able to swing 15%.

Lots of factors are involved. Chain store or "Mom and Pop" AD? The area that you live in also plays a role.

I think Leopard's comment above reflects the "par of the course" reality up until this latest economic downturn. You can read a lot of posts here, but as a general rule I haven't seen bigger discounting at a significant level--yet.

High end GM'ers like AF and SL are always good options but an SS GMT-IIC is only 6% off retail at SL last time I checked.

MrCowboy99 · 30 December 2008, 02:30 PM

get more

MrCowboy99 · 30 December 2008, 02:30 PM

get more

Ruff · 30 December 2008, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by MrCowboy99

get more

I'm assuming you mean more discounts not more watches?

MrCowboy99 · 30 December 2008, 02:28 PM

get more

MrCowboy99 · 30 December 2008, 02:29 PM

get more

CanuckRolex · 30 December 2008, 02:35 PM

Time to go grey market if the greedy AD's think they can sell something that no one can afford at this time.

The same watch at a grey market dealer is 30-40% off the AD MSRP.

rcarney · 30 December 2008, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by CanuckRolex

Time to go grey market if the greedy AD's think they can sell something that no one can afford at this time.

The same watch at a grey market dealer is 30-40% off the AD MSRP.

Agreed with the note above. You can find a very reputable grey market dealer and get a new one with the box and papers for at least 30% off. With the run up in Rolex prices in recent years, I say that the grey market is the way to roll back the clock on those recent price increases and get a great price.

dxn · 30 December 2008, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by CanuckRolex

Time to go grey market if the greedy AD's think they can sell something that no one can afford at this time.

The same watch at a grey market dealer is 30-40% off the AD MSRP.

If the profit margin for the AD is 40% then how can the grey dealer offer
40% off?

Ruff · 30 December 2008, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by dxn

If the profit margin for the AD is 40% then how can the grey dealer offer
40% off?

good question, I'd like that answer too

CanuckRolex · 30 December 2008, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by dxn

If the profit margin for the AD is 40% then how can the grey dealer offer
40% off?

Because grey dealers are not forced to buy watches directly from Rolex for Rolex's wholesale prices and therefore can sell for cheaper as well.

082013 · 30 December 2008, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by CanuckRolex

Because grey dealers are not forced to buy watches directly from Rolex for Rolex's wholesale prices and therefore can sell for cheaper as well.

You think a grey dealer can buy from an AD, cheaper than an AD can buy from Rolex direct? I am confused.

charliec · 30 December 2008, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by CanuckRolex

Because grey dealers are not forced to buy watches directly from Rolex for Rolex's wholesale prices and therefore can sell for cheaper as well.

oztimelord · 30 December 2008, 09:36 PM

If you need to get a discount to justify a purchase why buy in the first place.

Nice to get 10% for these models

slvrstar · 30 December 2008, 02:38 PM

If financially, you're comfortable, then get it. You get to enjoy it, which is priceless. As far as the discount is concerned, if Rolex has another price hike, their typical 10-15% increase on their hot models, even if you get 20% discount, it will put you back at where you are today.

bodybump · 30 December 2008, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruff

Is 10% a good discount for models like the DSSD, GMTIIc, and the GV or should I try to get more. The AD wouldn't get off MSRP before the holidays, but now is willing to give me 10%.

squeeze it to 25% they might give in...

CanuckRolex · 30 December 2008, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by bodybump

squeeze it to 25% they might give in...

Still a rip off compared to a reputable grey market dealer price.

busa180 · 30 December 2008, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by bodybump

squeeze it to 25% they might give in...

25% of a GV at an AD. Dude i dont think so. Tell me, did you get 25% of your Daytona,if so, can i have the name of your AD.

charliec · 30 December 2008, 09:31 PM

Buy when you want to buy. If you wait till April in hope of a further 10% discount you risk the wraith of the dreaded price increase for the beginning of the financial year (here in UK anyway).
Who cares about what you pay so long as you are happy paying that sum. You're not in the flipping business are you? No, exactly. Enjoy your watches my man and don't worry about the next man and his bargain or not bargain watch.

barstoolman · 31 December 2008, 11:01 AM

Recently was offered a GV from my AD at list, no tax (in Los Angeles, that translates to a 8.25% savings/discount). On the GMT II-c, DSSD, Subs, etc., about 17% discount

GrandDaddy · 31 December 2008, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by bodybump

squeeze it to 25% they might give in...

The OP is talking about a real Rolex, not the ones from Divisoria.

onkyo · 30 December 2008, 03:02 PM

If the AD won't go higher % off I would go grey. There are many reliable grey dealers out there or contact TempoKing here and see if he can help you. Good luck.

scrarycat · 30 December 2008, 03:52 PM

maybe they just want to dump the piece even if it means a slight loss. over predicted the market when buying, need the cash elsewhere, fire sale, the model was not as popular as they guessed.

Ruff · 30 December 2008, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by scrarycat

maybe they just want to dump the piece even if it means a slight loss. over predicted the market when buying, need the cash elsewhere, fire sale, the model was not as popular as they guessed.

the GMTIIc, DSSD, and GV, still seem to be pretty popular, not like 6 months ago, but selling for a loss doesn't seem reasonable

30 December 2008, 01:52 PM	#1
Ruff Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: US Posts: 43	Is 10% a good discount or should I try to get more? Is 10% a good discount for models like the DSSD, GMTIIc, and the GV or should I try to get more. The AD wouldn't get off MSRP before the holidays, but now is willing to give me 10%.

30 December 2008, 02:04 PM	#5
wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	My compadres have answered correctly IMHO, but just to be clear, 10% in this market ain't great. If an AD offered me 20% I would probably purchase from them, short of that I would go grey. again JMHO __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

30 December 2008, 09:36 PM	#20
oztimelord "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Rene Location: Australia Watch: PN 6241 Daytona Posts: 466	If you need to get a discount to justify a purchase why buy in the first place. Nice to get 10% for these models __________________ Regards Rene PN 6241, 6239, 6263, 16520, 116509, 116520

30 December 2008, 09:31 PM	#25
charliec "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: UK Posts: 969	Buy when you want to buy. If you wait till April in hope of a further 10% discount you risk the wraith of the dreaded price increase for the beginning of the financial year (here in UK anyway). Who cares about what you pay so long as you are happy paying that sum. You're not in the flipping business are you? No, exactly. Enjoy your watches my man and don't worry about the next man and his bargain or not bargain watch. __________________ Milgauss GV DSSD SS Daytona White Mid-size DJ Tudor 18ct Prince

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30 December 2008, 02:02 PM	#3
casadecamporolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Louie Location: CDC/FCGC Watch: 116619LB Posts: 1,329	Agreed.....the prices are good now and will be fantastic soon. All the prices will de-value due to the supply/demand curve and if you have cash, it's "Let's make a deal"!!!! with Monty Hall.

30 December 2008, 02:04 PM	#4
cars4life Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 132	Get it if you're comfortable. Discounts really get bigger as time passes. But if it will make you happy to get it now.. why not? I'm happy when i got my GMT IIc with 5% discount. Goodluck!!

30 December 2008, 02:05 PM	#6
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	10% is a fair and good discount, especially on the SS sport models. For a TT model or Datejust, you maybe able to swing 15%.

30 December 2008, 02:30 PM	#8
MrCowboy99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mac Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,367	get more

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MrCowboy99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mac Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,367	get more

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MrCowboy99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mac Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,367	get more

30 December 2008, 02:35 PM	#13
CanuckRolex Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 282	Time to go grey market if the greedy AD's think they can sell something that no one can afford at this time. The same watch at a grey market dealer is 30-40% off the AD MSRP.

30 December 2008, 02:38 PM	#21
slvrstar Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: usa Posts: 165	If financially, you're comfortable, then get it. You get to enjoy it, which is priceless. As far as the discount is concerned, if Rolex has another price hike, their typical 10-15% increase on their hot models, even if you get 20% discount, it will put you back at where you are today.

31 December 2008, 11:01 AM	#26
barstoolman Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 801	Recently was offered a GV from my AD at list, no tax (in Los Angeles, that translates to a 8.25% savings/discount). On the GMT II-c, DSSD, Subs, etc., about 17% discount

30 December 2008, 03:02 PM	#28
onkyo Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Pav Location: Manhattan Posts: 11,495	If the AD won't go higher % off I would go grey. There are many reliable grey dealers out there or contact TempoKing here and see if he can help you. Good luck.

30 December 2008, 03:52 PM	#29
scrarycat Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: USA Watch: 26mm pres DJ Posts: 49	maybe they just want to dump the piece even if it means a slight loss. over predicted the market when buying, need the cash elsewhere, fire sale, the model was not as popular as they guessed.

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