Buying a new 2019 GT1 with 195 miles on it?

[StingerHopeful]

So I was just informed that the 2019 GT1 I'm about to buy doesn't have the 5 miles recorded on all the paper work I've been dealing with. It has 195. Would you be worried about this or even accept this, and is there any recourse such as more discount, etc? I have already booked my plane ticket to pick up the car so I feel as if that tanks my negotiation power. Thoughts?

 

[StingaGT]

If you fly there, it will definitely put you on a weaker position for negotiation. unless you make all that before making the trip.
just my opinion.
is the deal that good to fly there?

 

[StingerHopeful]

If you fly there, it will definitely put you on a weaker position for negotiation. unless you make all that before making the trip.
just my opinion.
is the deal that good to fly there?

The deal is good, but I'm more concerned about the mileage and the fact it wasn't disclosed. Wanted everyone's opinions on how they would feel or what they would do. I feel 195 miles isn't a lot but if I'm being taken right now I would definitely want to know.

 

[ScottM]

I'd be careful as some things are too good to be true. If the mileage was incorrect, what else could be incorrect? Just my two cents.

 

[MerlintheMad]

Ferris Bueller Syndrome. They didn't lie, but one of their service or sales flunkies went joyriding before your car gets out of their hands.

 

[GRStinger]

Before you fly out there, ask the dealer if they've been using it as a "demo" and to take/send-you a picture of the center display that shows the to-date miles-per-gallon. At 195 miles, if it's like 10-12 MPG or less, you know that one of the salesmen has been beating the crap out of it for a day-or-two. No bueno. Use it for more of a discount. If it's like 15+ ... probably OK. Either way I wouldn't get overly concerned - it's got a 60K bumper-to-bumper warranty after all. (Plus -hey, it's had a shake-down cruise already). My 2 cents.

 

[Capital AL]

That would definitely raise a red flag because if that car was a demo or something similar, it was probably driven very hard. Personally I would look for one with lower mileage. A new car should not have more than like 10 miles on it. If there is not another model with lower mileage available that you like, then definitely I would want some kind of discount.

 

[P22Tyler]

I would definitely make them explain where the miles came from, and don't let them claim they just made a mistake when they input the mileage. 190 miles in test drives seems unlikely to me. How did you find out the mileage was incorrect, did they just volunteer that info suddenly? Also, are there dates for this paperwork that say when this mileage was entered?

The MPG suggestion from @GRStinger sounds like a good idea to me too.

 

[Rob M]

The deal is good, but I'm more concerned about the mileage and the fact it wasn't disclosed. Wanted everyone's opinions on how they would feel or what they would do. I feel 195 miles isn't a lot but if I'm being taken right now I would definitely want to know.

If the mileage wasn't disclosed how do you know it has 195 miles? There's a difference between documented mileage at a point in time vs what is on the odometer at time of sale where it gets documented again. The vehicle is likely being used for test drives, or may have been driven from one dealer to another. 195 miles isn't a big deal. Mine came with 500. Consider it extra warranty coverage. Most people probably don't realize that the first 2 or 3 miles on the vehicle while being moved around the port of entry can be some of the most abusive moments a car will ever see.

 

[Capital AL]

If the mileage wasn't disclosed how do you know it has 195 miles? There's a difference between documented mileage at a point in time vs what is on the odometer at time of sale where it gets documented again. The vehicle is likely being used for test drives, or may have been driven from one dealer to another. 195 miles isn't a big deal. Mine came with 500. Consider it extra warranty coverage. Most people probably don't realize that the first 2 or 3 miles on the vehicle while being moved around the port of entry can be some of the most abusive moments a car will ever see.

500 miles seems like way too many miles for a new car. That should be listed as a used car.

 

[Rob M]

500 miles seems like way too many miles for a new car. That should be listed as a used car.

A "new" car is by definition one that has never been previously titled and registered. While 500 miles is more than most new cars go before being sold, it doesn't take all that many test drives to get to that point.

 

[Ozstung]

It sounds like it was/Is on its way to becoming a demo. Call them out and say the miles reflect a demo not new car. As someone sayed look at the economy reading that will indicate what sort of driving it's had. If they've reset it then they're hiding something.

 

[Kgh31386]

I’ve asked this exact question and my thoughts are this:
1. If the car will break down in less than 200 miles, why would I buy one even with 0 miles? Do I abuse mine? Nope. But it’s good to know it can handle some spirited driving or fun on the toll road. Plus I see a LOT of guys on here who track their car, launch it all the time, and live pretty much above 5000 RPM with well over 20k miles...no sweat.
2. Could have been a dealer trade.
3. The GM or someone could have used it until their executive demo came in. A lot of times they pop in a car until their “true” demo comes in that they use for about 3k miles.
4. When people buy a used or CPO car, it almost never dawns on them about whether or not it had 5, 10, or 700 miles when delivered new.

Bottom line, check it out thoroughly and enjoy it. If you notice ANY knick or cosmetic scratch, have them knock off money or throw in free service. I noticed a small knick from the seatbelt and they took $200 off.