GT-R in Canada (MSRP in Canadian)

[simonfrigon]

Please post information on the GT-R debut for Canada. Also would be interesting to know what people are paying for the GT-R in Canada. I have put a 10K deposit for a grey metallic but I do not have any guarantee of delivery.

[ATLsupra]

Sorry, I have no idea if Nissan is planning to release GT-R in Canada yet. So far Nissan only announced release date for the US, and Europe. I don't think you will find any problem import one to Canada from the US though.

[trompazo]

It's definately coming. Although they havent' announced MSRP. I'm fourth on the list at one dealership. They think they will be alotted 5 this year and expect them in June.

Whether or not we can import one from the US will depend on the RIV. It's probably going to be unlikely, not that even though the bumpers are going to be the same, all Nissan has to say is that the canadian spec ignition immobilizer isn't the same as the US's and it won't come. Thats why we can no longer import many 2008+ models as of Sept 1st/07. It's all BS to protect canadian dealers sales.

[simonfrigon]

Just got news from biggest dealer in Ottawa that price will be approx 95K plus taxes

[1BADTTZ]

95K plus taxes

OUCH!

[HAYABUSA]

I just found out that in ontario the MSRP will be around $82,000 or so. Officially MSRP will be released in a couple of weeks or less in Canada.

[Ziggggy]

Does anyone have any delivery dates or costs of cars ordered here in Calgary?

Cheers,
Dave

[plasma69]

Hi dave,

as per Peter (sales manager) at Brasso Nissan Calgary, he says Nissan's MSRP will be $81,900 and they apparently are going to sell it for MSRP as he said Nissan Canada won't allow over MSRP sales.. (ya... right... and im an asian leprechan with lucky charms and gold around my face... )

[autophile1]

Hi dave,

as per Peter (sales manager) at Brasso Nissan Calgary, he says Nissan's MSRP will be $81,900 and they apparently are going to sell it for MSRP as he said Nissan Canada won't allow over MSRP sales.. (ya... right... and im an asian leprechan with lucky charms and gold around my face... )

I am also on the list at Brasso and spoke to Ernie Long, the other sales manager and he also said it will be sold at MSRP. He said he was 90% sure they would be selling a prepaid service package for $3-$5k though. I am not sure what they are planning. I am also on the list at Fish Creek and they have also confirmed that they will be selling at MSRP. Stadium might be having a private auction night (lame) and Sunridge has no clue what they are doing in terms of pricing...

Brasso has a general list running and Fishcreek is the only one that required a refundable deposit from me so far.

I am not sure how accurate these statements are, this is just what I have been told. Hope that helps!

I would be very interested to hear how the Vancouver and area dealers are treating this...

Bryan

[TangoWhisky]

I am getting the first one at Recency Nissan in North Vancouver. My GM John Rundle has been very good thus far. I am buying at MSRP and it still sounds like the car will arrive in July. So far so good!

[doors]

Please post information on the GT-R debut for Canada. Also would be interesting to know what people are paying for the GT-R in Canada. I have put a 10K deposit for a grey metallic but I do not have any guarantee of delivery.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The 2009 GT-R, which will go on sale in July 2008 at certified GT-R dealers in Canada. One model will be offered in Canada in six colours. The MSRP will be $81,900. The (5) certified GT-R retailers in Canada for the Toronto area are:

401-Dixie Nissan
Alta Nissan
Avenue Nissan
Brampton North Nissan
Oakville Nissan

[elias]

I l'm picking mine this summer for 81,900 canadian dollars. In Montreal.

[plasma69]

do you guys foresee a waiting time of 4 years + ??? im like 88 in line at brasso. hahaha... i mean sure i can wait 4 years... more aftermarket toyz for it at a better price... but still. hahaha

[trompazo]

Waiting lists always decrease rapidly once it comes out.

When the Suby STI was coming out the dealers in Edmonton had long lists, and by the second year there were unsold ones on the lot.

[plasma69]

true that. just like the RX8.... haha. i wanted it sooo badly then.... ewwwww.... gross torq, gross price and gross fuel consumption.. haha...

[primus]

I am getting the first one at Recency Nissan in North Vancouver. My GM John Rundle has been very good thus far. I am buying at MSRP and it still sounds like the car will arrive in July. So far so good!


Has yours arrived yet in Vancouver?

ETA??

[TangoWhisky]

my Tech started training today, I hope to get it next week.

[amit2009GTR]

I have recently ordered the GT-R from 401 Dixie Nissan here in Mississauga. I am due to get it in 2010. The dealer told me that the 2010 model here in Canada would be priced more than $ 81,900.

has anyone else heard this form another dealer?

i would really appreciate a response.

Thanks

[HAYABUSA]

What number are you on the waiting list? I am #11 since Feb. 19th, 08 and it is very hard time to get a hold of Greg (Sales Manager) on the phone. Last time i spoke with him, Greg showed me a letter from Nissan Canada. It stated that Dixie will be getting 7 to 9 GTR's for this year production (depending on 350z sales). I should get my GT-R early 2009 as a 2010 production car. I also never got a deposit ($5000) confirmation on paper from him. Did you or anyone get a deposit confirmation from Dixie? This could be important later. Recently I send Greg an E-mail regarding their first GT-R arrival date, since USA already began deliveries. He phoned me, but did not leave a message. Please share any info you may have on Dixie Nissan. THANX!:confused:

[amit2009GTR]

Hey i am due to get the car in early 2010 and i did receive a recepit for the 5000 downpayment. BTW did he tell u that 401 dixie will be installing a gps tracking system on ur car and that u wil have to pay for it?? he said the gps tracking system will be $3500 he also said that its necessary to buy a extended service plan with the car..??

I personally think he is trying to rip me off , so i might even go to oakville nissan and put an order there rather than be with 401 dixie, i personally dont believe him , so i a getting my money back tomorrow, let me know what u think!!

[GTRForLife]

I dunno about Dixie, but I was under the impression that in Canada, dealers were generally pretty good about sticking to MSRP. I called 6 dealerships (all in ontario, 1 in BC) and there were no markups.

When I gave my 5K, I got a photocopy of my cheque. As far as I know, the first Canadian GTR should be delivered to their customer some time this month.

I have personally not heard of the GPS thing. It says nothing about it in the manual. I would ask to see this in writing if he insists on it.

Oakville Nissan has 50+ people on their list, I'm not sure if going there will really get you your car faster. They do have a good allocation of GTRs though, as they are a top seller of Zs. The way Nissan allocates GTRS is based on a weighted score of Zs sold (25%) and all other Nissan vehicles sold (75%). The Nissan in brampton as far as I know, has the fewest people on their list, like about 20 last time I checked.


Now I have some questions of my own:
So both models in the states can get the all season tires as a factory option. But on the canadian GTR website, it says we have no options as far as all season tires. Does anyone know anything about this? I mean, we are a country that sees quite a bit of snow, so it seems ludicrous that we of all people are not offered all seasons as a factory option.

My dealer also told me that leasing wasn't an option; can only finance. However, leasing is an option in the states. I phoned Nissan Canada and they had no clue and told me to call my dealer, but like, it is Nissan that ultimately decides if a lease program is available. Anyone know much about this?

D&H is 1000 in the US. How much is the delivery charger here?

Anyone gotten any insurance quotes yet? Last time I checked, it was about 2k/year.

[amit2009GTR]

401 dixie guy said he will be installing gps tracking system , its not from nissan itself.

and yes we only get the summer tires, and its is quite stupid of nissan to do that to canadians, a Canadian spec GTR isint a Canadian Spec until it has the all season tires on it.

brampton has a leasing rate up on there website, but that dealership is horrible in service.

i am sure there will be a leasing option availabe to canadian's or atleast i hope so.

Delivery chargers as i know it from the brampton north nisan website are 1400

btw which insurance company did u get the quote from?

[GTRForLife]

If it's not factory from nissan, I'd question it. Again, I've never heard of this, nor read it in the manual. Wouldn't hurt to phone the services dept of other dealerships and ask the master GTR technician directly.

Seriously, no summer tires???? That is such a retarded move. I thought this was "anywhere, anytime". In canada, that totally applies to snow!!

Okay, are all season Dunlop tires even an option then...like, buy them separately and get it installed at the dealer. Do you know how much this would cost???

I went to the Brampton site. I can't find the lease rate, or in fact, any info about the GTR. Can you send me an URL, in case I'm like blind or something? lol

I get my insurance from Meloche Monnex, but you have to be alumni of certain groups, or part of certain professional associations to join. But I don't imagine rates from other places would be insanely higher.

[amit2009GTR]

http://www.bramptonnorthnissan.ca/research/index.htm

go to the above link and click on the gtr and then on the new page clic calculate this.

[GTRForLife]

K I found the GTR page actually, but I think that's a finance rate, not lease. I still can't believe it, no all season tire options - how is this an all season car then?? The manual says we lose performance when it's below -4C, and the tires may deform if used below -20C. Like, we can definitely have some of those temperatures here, and I don't wanna ruin the wheels. Maybe waiting for a couple of years isn't a bad idea, as Nissan may decide we need winter options here.

[GTRForLife]

I just don't get it. Canadian and US GTRs are all built to the same specs - all are considered "north america". Would it kill them to send us the same cars as they do the states???

In the manual, it suggests that because of our colder weather, we also need a different mix of coolant for the engine. Is this going to cost extra as well???

Oh btw, I dunno if anyone else has this issue, but there's a big ramp where I park. Does anyone know the clearance measurements for the GTR? I know approach angle is 11, and ground clearance is 110mm, but what about like ramp over angle, front overhang length...etc?

[amit2009GTR]

where u put down ur deposit?

[amit2009GTR]

i put my deposit down right now, cuz even oakville nissan said that the 2010 production model of gtr will more expensive that 2009. so i had to make a quick decision.

[GTRForLife]

I put my deposit down at Oakville, in June. It's hard to say, maybe that was just a sales tactic. Besides, the price isn't determined based on when you put money down, but based on what model year gets delivered. On my order form, everything is "to be decided". So there are no definites here, by any means.

[amit2009GTR]

Yeah same here. love the car though, hopefully i wont use up the tires and brakes very soon.

$ 6000 for brakes

I am just wondering, what is going to happen to the car in the winter with the summer tires and all. I live in milton and i know its get way below -20 down here!

[GTRForLife]

Well that's what I mean man, read my last few posts. We totally need all season tires if we're to use the GTR as a daily driver. The manual says that you loose significant performance under -4C, and the tires may be damaged/deformed below -20C. I mean, I love this car, but I'm not stupid, and I will reconsider my purchase if it becomes unreasonable. May not be a bad idea to get a G37x coupe which does have all seasons as an option, and wait for a future GTR model, or a G37x twin turbo. The only problem is, the GTR has a 5-6 year limited production and there's no certainty another generation would be made. And as far as I know, the twin turbo G37x (baby GTR basically) is on hold at the moment. The G37x will be here this October in showrooms, and the G37 convertible will arrive Feb 2009.

[amit2009GTR]

I initially wanted to buy the g37 as well, it just doesnt have the dual clutch system on it , nor the all wheel drive for now. I have drive the g37 sports model, with paddle shifters, and itsa nice car and way way more practical than gtr. But i couldnt resist, the 480 HP and dual clutch system on the gtr. I really hope they come out with the dual clutch , twin turbo g37x and i would be the first person in line for it.

For now i really hope , my gtr purchase goes well and i get the car.

ps. i got this documentform 401 dixie , telling me about all the noises the car makes whe its idle and information regrding the tire noise.

[GTRForLife]

Well, the G37 AWD coupe is for sure coming in this fall, the order sheets are around, and I have independent confirmation from dealers. The TT version is on hold, but will probably be made eventually. I mean, the GTR isn't a big money maker for Nissan, and if they want to recover some of the R&D costs, it only makes sense for some of that technology to filter to the Infiniti side. As well, Infiniti wasn't happy that the GTR wasn't under their name to begin with, and they do need a halo car of their own to compete with BMW. We'll see....

The GTR is a marvelous piece of engineering, but in a way, because it's designed for such high performance, it's very picky and high maintenance. It's like dating a model...sure she looks good, but man, expensive to maintain hahah. Changes shoes more often then the GTR needs new brakes.

As for the noises, download the GTR owner's manual from the net. It tells you which noises (and there are many) are normal. It's sort of scary, because then you wonder how you can ever tell what's an abnormal sound from the GTR. I dunno, I put money down cuz I didn't wanna miss out on the GTR, but certain issues have come up over the last little while. For ease of maintenance, in the end, I could very well change my mind. Again, we'll see.....

[HAYABUSA]

HEY GUYS,

YOU HAVE SHARED SOME GOOD INFO, HOWEVER YOU ARE GETTING A LITTLE BIT OFF TOPIC. LETS ALL GET OUR CARS FIRST AND WORRY ABOUT THE DETAILS LATER. I AM BY NO MEANS TRYING TO BUTT INTO YOUR CONVERSATION, BUT I THINK THAT WE MAY BE GEETING PLAYED / MISS-INFORMED ABOU THE DELIVERY PROCESS. WHAT NUMBERS ARE YOU ON THE PRE-ORDER LIST WILL DETERMINE YOUR APPROX. DELIVERY DATE. EVEN FROM THE TIME YOU PICK YOUR OPTIONS AND DEPOST ANIOTHER $5000 (ALL TOGETHER $10000 NON-REFUNDABLE AT THIS POINT), YOU STILL MAY HAVE TO WAIT UP TO THREE MONTHS FOR THE ACTUAL DELIVERY OF THE CAR. ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR VIN.#, IT STILL MAY BE WEEKS. PLEASE CORRECT ME IF I'M WRONG. SORRY FOR THE BIG PRINT, IT'S EASIER TO SEE. I'M NOT SCREAMING!:eek:

[GTRForLife]

"GET OUR CARS FIRST AND WORRY ABOUT THE DETAILS LATER"

But the problem is, we're sharing info that may determine if we get the car at all. If there are no winter options for example, then it's no deal. And as far as I know, our deposit is refundable....again, not sure what's going on in the US. It seems that your dealers are pretty money hungry. I haven't seen anyone in canada pay a cent over MSRP. And certainly, you never hear of dealers "cancelling" your order out of nowhere.

Not sure about the rest, i.e. delivery date in relation to VIN, options...etc.

[andre_c62]

In the brochure they say mix of coolant is 50-50 for cold weather but summer tires.

I just don't get it. Canadian and US GTRs are all built to the same specs - all are considered "north america". Would it kill them to send us the same cars as they do the states???

In the manual, it suggests that because of our colder weather, we also need a different mix of coolant for the engine. Is this going to cost extra as well???

Oh btw, I dunno if anyone else has this issue, but there's a big ramp where I park. Does anyone know the clearance measurements for the GTR? I know approach angle is 11, and ground clearance is 110mm, but what about like ramp over angle, front overhang length...etc?

[amit2009GTR]

hey hayabusa its true thats, what greg at 401 dixie told me to. That i need to put another 5000 once i get the vin number and then its not refundable. I seriously want a 2009 model, because i am not ready to pay 100000 or more for a 2010 gtr model. that what the dealer has been telling me, even oakville nissan said the same that the 2010 production model will be more than 100000. if i have to spend that kind of money i rather be in a italian car.

ps. did greg tel u that he will be installing a gps tracking system on ur car and that the cost of that gps tracking system will transffered to you ?? and did he tell u that u need to buy a mandatory service plan??

Please respond back soon, my decision ot get my money back from 401 dixie depends upon it. ..lol
HEY GUYS,

YOU HAVE SHARED SOME GOOD INFO, HOWEVER YOU ARE GETTING A LITTLE BIT OFF TOPIC. LETS ALL GET OUR CARS FIRST AND WORRY ABOUT THE DETAILS LATER. I AM BY NO MEANS TRYING TO BUTT INTO YOUR CONVERSATION, BUT I THINK THAT WE MAY BE GEETING PLAYED / MISS-INFORMED ABOU THE DELIVERY PROCESS. WHAT NUMBERS ARE YOU ON THE PRE-ORDER LIST WILL DETERMINE YOUR APPROX. DELIVERY DATE. EVEN FROM THE TIME YOU PICK YOUR OPTIONS AND DEPOST ANIOTHER $5000 (ALL TOGETHER $10000 NON-REFUNDABLE AT THIS POINT), YOU STILL MAY HAVE TO WAIT UP TO THREE MONTHS FOR THE ACTUAL DELIVERY OF THE CAR. ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR VIN.#, IT STILL MAY BE WEEKS. PLEASE CORRECT ME IF I'M WRONG. SORRY FOR THE BIG PRINT, IT'S EASIER TO SEE. I'M NOT SCREAMING!:eek:

[HAYABUSA]

Jes, once you put the second $5000 down the whole $10000 is no longer refundable. It is their way of making sure that you do not back out of the deal one you have picked your options. I'm not sure why this is, since the car is so popular untill now. It may be because once the "HIPE" dies down, they do not want to be sitting on several GT-R's that no one will buy late fall or winter. Eg. some may not like the color etc.

2010 GT-R V-SPec will be over $100,000 not the regualr one. The regular 2010 should be around $83,000 to $85,000. This is just my prediction so if you know otherwise, please share your info. They just want to make sure that all 2009's are sold first and to keep the "HIPE" up. As for GREG, i was unable to speak with him recently. He called me, but left no message.

The cost of the GPS system can not be forced upon you unless you are leasing the car, but they will still try. This is just a way of them making extra money, since their profit on this car is pretty low. The mandatory service plan may be a good idea for the servicing of the car, but again should not be forced upon you. I do my own work on my cars and generally do not trust to many technicians with my 100,000 g's. They may be trained, but it takes a lot of experience to become good at a car of this caliber.

Coolant is easy to do youself. All you do for winter driving is drain some from the system and add pure green coolant. There is a tool you can buy to check how strong your mix is for winter driving depending where you live. (Anywhere from -30 to -40 deg. celcius is usually ok, unless you live in the Arctic North) For Summer driving it is a good idea to add watter wetter to your cooling system eg. Royal Purple or Redline.

Winter tires 19" cost about $1500 to $2000 for all four and you should be ok with 19 inch rims. (Use a tire calculator before buying tires. It is critical to have the exact diameter on this highly computerized car)

The rotors on the car are usually good for two sets of pads, unless you wait to long to change them, (METEL TO METAL!) race or warp them. The pads are cheap. Please keep sharing your info on this site for all, especially CANADIANS. Thanx!;)

[amit2009GTR]

Thanks alot for your response. Greg was trying push all the gps and maintenance stuff on me . So i am getting my deposit back on monday. As far as gettgin a GT-R is concerned i have put my new order with oakville nissan. They are very professional and take great care of there customers. I would recommend oakville Nissan for a GT-R or any other nissan any day!

[Kickhard]

I have recently ordered the GT-R from 401 Dixie Nissan here in Mississauga. I am due to get it in 2010. The dealer told me that the 2010 model here in Canada would be priced more than $ 81,900.

has anyone else heard this form another dealer?

i would really appreciate a response.

Thanks

There is no doubt a price increase will happen. Expect 1000-1500 easy for a 2010. I read somewhere Nissan was raising the price next model year for sure

[Koukir32]

Guys, the reason the Canadian spec GTR didn't get an option for the All-season tires packages, is not without reasons, think about this, how well will those Ultra High performance All season works in snow and ice? I'm sure as hell can tell u not as good as an actual Snow tires, so why compromise both summer performance and winter traction? Instead, we get two sets of tires as do most Canadian must do with your other vehicle instead?? make sense right?

[Koukir32]

There is no doubt a price increase will happen. Expect 1000-1500 easy for a 2010. I read somewhere Nissan was raising the price next model year for sure

Seriously, I'd much rather pay 1K~1.5K more for an 2010 model year than paying something like 10~30k over MSRP for an 09. Not to mention, as usual first year production might have some flaws in QC department, as I've experienced that myself with my 03 350Z. So actually waiting for a year or so, don't really bothers me that much.

[GTRForLife]

Actually, I have all season tires right now, never had a problem either in summer or winter. But I know what you're saying - with a car like the GTR, the compromise may be more noticeable. However, that's why the all season tires are an _option_!! It means you have the option of getting them, but you don't have to, and you can get winter + summer tires. It's a matter of being at least offered the choice!

[enigma4321]

Im in Montreal, I ended up ordering mine from the US.

[HAYABUSA]

HOW MUCH WAS YOUR GTR? HOW DIFFICULT IS IT TO BRING ONE DOWN AND HOW MUCH? PLEASE SHARE YOUR INFO. WHICH DEALERSHIP DID YOU GET IT FROM? ETC.:rolleyes:

[Koukir32]

Im in Montreal, I ended up ordering mine from the US.

Actually, I am wondering would Nissan Canada still offers full factory warranty on US imported car? cause I believe Honda won't honor factory warranty if u import US car into Canada.

[Koukir32]

Im in Montreal, I ended up ordering mine from the US.

Actually, I am wondering would Nissan Canada still offers full factory warranty on US imported car? cause I believe Honda won't honor factory warranty if u import US car into Canada.

[GTRForLife]

No they won't, I asked. I thought about importing one from the US, since MSRP is like $12000 less over there for a base model. However, with all the markups, GTRs in canada actually end up costing less.

[GTRForLife]

Share? There's nothing to share except to say don't import one (if you want warranty). This is a car where they don't even want you changing the carpet in the trunk!!!

[HAYABUSA]

No they won't, I asked. I thought about importing one from the US, since MSRP is like $12000 less over there for a base model. However, with all the markups, GTRs in canada actually end up costing less.

THE MARKUPS IN USA ARE ONLY TEMPORARY. THEY WONT LAST FOREVER WITH A VOLUME OF AT LEAST 2500 GTR'S COMING INTO THE COUNTRY IN FIRST YEAR ALONE. BY NEXT YEAR THERE WILL BE MANY SITTING AT DEALER LOTS IN THE USA. JUST SAY NO TO MARKUPS AND WAIT.

[GTRForLife]

Still wouldn't import one. A car like the GTR requires warranty. It's not something you can take to any garage to get fixed if a problem arises.

[HAYABUSA]

Still wouldn't import one. A car like the GTR requires warranty. It's not something you can take to any garage to get fixed if a problem arises.

You should start reading and learn about this car before you get one. Other than the Transmission being pretty complex internally, it is still just a car. You can buy a diagnostic computer for less than $1500 that will give you any reading / code you want. If you think that Nissan trained technicians with no experience with this car will know more than you or I, boy are you in for a big surprize! I would never let them touch a car of this caliber unless absolutely necessary. You have to remember that it is not in their best interest to have your car last you forever, at some point they want you back to buy a new one.:eek:

[GTRForLife]

It's not a matter of who will do a better job, you or the tech. It's the fact that Nissan will probably void your warranty if you don't follow their specified recommendations. You may very well do a better job than your GTR tech, and that's great - by all means, import one. It all depends on how much you care about your warranty.

[Denis_Mtl]

I ask to BMW and Porsche, if you buy from US, you paid the dealer in Canada and you send the invoice to US and they reimburses you.

If you go to the US with your Canadian GT-R and have trouble, you don't town your car in Canada, Nissan US will repair it and Nissan Canada reimburses.

[Risky_Business]

what I can see...no signs of mark up here. $81, 900 MSRP + tax + the other normal add ons making it roughly $94, 500. About there or so...

It wouldn't kill the dealers to upgrade their websites but I suppose this will happen in time.

Also, my first post here. Currently with a modified 2006 350z. Some may recognize my username form my350z.com and mygtr.com.

Thanks all.

[trompazo]

what I can see...no signs of mark up here. $81, 900 MSRP + tax + the other normal add ons making it roughly $94, 500. About there or so...

It wouldn't kill the dealers to upgrade their websites but I suppose this will happen in time.

Also, my first post here. Currently with a modified 2006 350z. Some may recognize my username form my350z.com and mygtr.com.

Thanks all.


Hmm, thats not the situation in Alberta. All dealers here are asking for $119,000 plus tax.

[Risky_Business]

not good. We shall see.

[GTRForLife]

That's so retarded. The whole point of this car was good performance to price ratio.

[Risky_Business]

opened a new account and put away my first month's worth of savings towards this goal. My fiancé and I are getting married next August and our house closes this October.

I've spent two and a half years building my 2006 Z and have hardly had time to enjoy it however, this is a very intriguing prospect...

[Ev0H8t3r]

anyone in Canada looking for a 2009 GT-R?

[amit2009GTR]

am looking for a 2009!
anyone in Canada looking for a 2009 GT-R?

[GTRForLife]

I think about 500 canadians are looking for the GTR currently!

[Ev0H8t3r]

LMAO!

I will have more details soon, if you do the importing your self it would make it easier...

Jeff

[GTRForLife]

What about the warranty issue? To be honest, with all these markups, there is essentially no price difference between the US and Canada. All the dealers I've contacted said they'll stick with MSRP. Even if it's 5K over, I don't think I'd pay just because of the principle of the thing.

[Ev0H8t3r]

warenty is granted in Canada...
I have a Volvo bought in USA been in 3 countries with it, all valid, same with My GT-R when I get it it will be good here and where ever I move to...

[HAYABUSA]

What about the warranty issue? To be honest, with all these markups, there is essentially no price difference between the US and Canada. All the dealers I've contacted said they'll stick with MSRP. Even if it's 5K over, I don't think I'd pay just because of the principle of the thing.

I SPOKE WITH GREIG AT DIXIE, HE CLAIMS THAT 2010 MODEL WILL GO UP SIGNIFICANTLY IN PRICE. I FELT LIKE HE WAS JUST TESTING ME. I TOLD HIM THAT IF THE GTR IS MORE THAN MSRP, I'M OUT. OAKVILLE WILL BE ASKING A $5000 MARKUP AS A POSSIBLITY FOR 2010. AT LEAST OAKVILLE WAS MORE HONEST THAN DIXIE. I HAVE HELPED PURCHASE MANY NEW CARS IN THE PAST SIX OR SEVEN YEARS FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS. I NEVER PAYED OVER MSRP AND NEVER WILL. MY LATEST WAS A 2008 ALTIMA COUPE 3.5L AUTO. WITHOUT LEATHER, WITH A DISCOUNT OF $7500 OFF THE MSRP BEFORE TAX IN DECEMBER OF 2007. WHICH DEALERS DID YOU CONTACT AND HOW RECENTLY?

THESE DEALERS BETTER STOP PLAYING GAMES WITH PEOPLE. JUST NOT TO LONG AGO THEY ALL WERE PROMISING MSRP. IF THEY CONTINUE, A FORMAL COMPLAINT TO NISSAN CANADA OR EVEN JAPAN WOULD BE IN ORDER.

MORE INFO ON IMPORTING A GTR INTO CANADA FROM USA WOULD BE NICE. THANX!:confused:

[Ev0H8t3r]

Japan is only MSRP, I do not know much about Canada...I never paid over MSRP in my life...

[GTRForLife]

Well, as of today, I have confirmation that dealers in Canada will be marking up the GTR anywhere from 5k to 25K. Future models will also get a price hike. For 2010, around 90K.

[HAYABUSA]

Well, as of today, I have confirmation that dealers in Canada will be marking up the GTR anywhere from 5k to 25K. Future models will also get a price hike. For 2010, around 90K.

WE ALL HAVE TO STICK TOGETHER AND JUST SAY NO TO MARKUPS. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF IT IS 5K OR 25K OVER MSRP. THE CAR IS ALREADY $10,000 MORE THAN IN THE USA. MY DEALER WAS ASSURING ME JUST SIX MONTHS AGO THAT THERE WILL BE NO MARKUPS IN CANADA. NISSAN CANADA WAS NOT SUPPOSED TO ALLOW IT. WRITE TO NISSAN, COMPLAIN, ASK FOR DEPOSITS BACK, ETC. JUST KEEP SAYING NO DEAL!!!
THERE WILL BE PLENTY OF 2010'S IN THE USA AND CANADA ONCE THE HIPE DIES DOWN. WE ALL WAITED THIS LONG ALREADY, AND WINTER IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER. BE SMART.:)

[HAYABUSA]

Where Is Everyone. Lets Keep Sharing Info On This Link For All Canadians. Anything New On Gtr's In Canada?:d

[GTRForLife]

Southern Ontario here.

[Risky_Business]

:cool: No new info here. Still waiting. Still loving my Z but ready to give it up once more of these come in and MSRP is a reality.

[GTRForLife]

20 dealers in Canada, 5 in Ontario. And yes, Dixie is one of them. There's a vid on youtube of one of the guys there going to Vegas for training.

http://2009gtr.blogspot.com/2008/04/nissan-canada-announces-r35-gt-r.html


Sounds like the US now. Dealers cancelling your order, getting the car, and then flipping it for big bucks.

[HAYABUSA]

I Just Got A Call From Oakville. Their First Gtr Is In.:)

[GTRForLife]

You got a call at 3AM???

[HAYABUSA]

Yes, My Friend Is A Salesman There. They Got Their First One Late Last Night. I'm Going There First Thing At 9am.:)

[GTRForLife]

I take it you trust this "friend". In that case, any chance you can get some real information about the GTR, sales, numbers coming to the country, MSRP markups, financing...etc?

[HAYABUSA]

OAKVILLE HAS TWO GTRS. ONE SILVER AND ONE BLACK. MARKUP IS ONLY $5000 THERE, NO MORE. 2010 GTRS HOWEVER WILL GO UP IN PRICE POSSIBLY CLOSE TO 90GS+5GS MARKUP. I SILL DO NOT LIKE THE MARKUPS, BUT AT LEAST OAKVILLE IS MORE HONEST THEN SOME OTHER DEALERS. I REALLY DO NOT LIKE THE FACT THAT NEXT YEARS PRICE IS GOING UP. THEY WILL BE GETTING THEM IN PAIRS. NEXT DELIVERY IS IN APPROX. THREE WEEKS. TOTAL FOR THIS YEAR IS 12 CARS. THAT IS ALL I GOT FOR NOW. I'M GOING TO BED NOW, I WORK NIGHT SHIFTS. CHECK THE POSTS TONIGHT.:eek:

[Risky_Business]

some pretty interesting info. I am disappointed (although not surprised) with regards to the 2010's going up. I am trying to get an idea if there will be any 2009's at the msrp when the 2010's are out but if "everything is sold or spoken for" this is not likely. Not sure how accurate that is or how this will play out.

[GTRForLife]

I was told 12 as well last time I called. Now, when they say 12 "this year", does that mean this year as in the end of December, or one full year as in they'll have 12 by next August???

[HAYABUSA]

TWO CARS EVERY 2-3 WEEKS STARTING NOW.:confused:

[GTRForLife]

So if we assume 2 every 3 weeks, that's 34 cars every 12 months!! Am I dreaming?? Are they going to have around 20 cars in 30 weeks?

[HAYABUSA]

So if we assume 2 every 3 weeks, that's 34 cars every 12 months!! Am I dreaming?? Are they going to have around 20 cars in 30 weeks?

I'M SURE THERE WILL BE DELAYS SOMEWHERE IN THE MIDDLE AS USUAL. YOU ARE LIKE A KID IN A CANDY STORE, HAHA.:p

[GTRForLife]

Haha. Well, to be fair, I'm in my 20s and the GTR is most certainly candy. The main reason I ask is because I'm #17 on the list.

[HAYABUSA]

YOU SHOULD BE GETTING YOURS BY THIS TIME NEXT YEAR HOPEFULLY. THERE WILL BE A BREAK IN DELIVERY BETWEEN THE END OF 09 MODEL YEAR PRODUCRION AND RELEASE OF 10 MODEL YEAR, ESPECIALLY WITH THE PRICE ADJUSTMENT PERIOD. THERE WILL ALSO BE AN ADDITION TO THE 2010 MODEL YEAR LINEUP. A S-TUNE VERSION (RACING SUSPENSION AND FEW OTHER UPGRADES THAT VERY FEW PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT SO FAR) OF THE GTR FOLLOWED HOPEFULLY WITH THE V-SPEC (550HP AND 200-300LBS LIGHTER VERSION) ALL CARBON FIBER GTR.:confused::):D

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd170/viscountaero/r35vspecbyr34gtrpf8.jpg

[GTRForLife]

The v spec will be 520hp and only 220lb less.

As for the base GTR for 2010, since they are increasing the price, what extra are we getting, or is it just an increase in price because they know they can charge it? My biggest thing thing is being in canada, I can't understand why the GTR doesn't come with all season tires as a factory option. It does in the US, and they don't see snow as much as canadians do!

[HAYABUSA]

I'M NOT SURE WHAT THE CHANGES WILL BE FOR 2010 BASE YET, BUT AS SOON AS I DO I WILL POST IT. AS FAR AS V-SPEC GOES YOU MAY BE RIGHT REGARDING THE HP AND WEIGHT, BUT IT IS NOT 100% OFFICIAL YET. WINTER PACKAGE MAY BE ONE OF THOSE OPTION CHANGES. I HOPE THE PRODUCTION V-SPEC WILL BE CLOSE TO THE ABOVE PICTURE. ESTIMATED V-SPEC PRICE IS SUPPOSED TO BE AROUND $130GS US. IF YOU HAVE $72GS US, THEN YOU MAY WANT TO LOOK FOR AVAILABILITY IN THE US. I KNOW THAT SOME DEALERS HAVE BEEN SELLING THE GTR'S FOR MSRP. THE US AVAILABILITY IS MUCH LOVER PER DEALERSHIP, SINCE THEY HAVE A LOT MORE DEALERS LICENCED AS GTR DEALERS. ALL 2009 OR NEWER NISSANS ARE FULLY ADMISSIBLE FOR IMPORT INTO CANADA WITHOUT ANY RESTRICTIONS. I DO NOT KNOW WHAT THE COST INVOLVED IS IN BRINGING ONE TO CANADA, BUT IF YOU DO PLEASE SHARE. I AM BEGINNING TO THINK THAT IT MAY NOT BE A BAD IDEA TO IMPORT ONE FROM THE USA.:confused:

[primus]

I'M NOT SURE WHAT THE CHANGES WILL BE FOR 2010 BASE YET, BUT AS SOON AS I DO I WILL POST IT. AS FAR AS V-SPEC GOES YOU MAY BE RIGHT REGARDING THE HP AND WEIGHT, BUT IT IS NOT 100% OFFICIAL YET. WINTER PACKAGE MAY BE ONE OF THOSE OPTION CHANGES. I HOPE THE PRODUCTION V-SPEC WILL BE CLOSE TO THE ABOVE PICTURE. ESTIMATED V-SPEC PRICE IS SUPPOSED TO BE AROUND $130GS US. IF YOU HAVE $72GS US, THEN YOU MAY WANT TO LOOK FOR AVAILABILITY IN THE US. I KNOW THAT SOME DEALERS HAVE BEEN SELLING THE GTR'S FOR MSRP. THE US AVAILABILITY IS MUCH LOVER PER DEALERSHIP, SINCE THEY HAVE A LOT MORE DEALERS LICENCED AS GTR DEALERS. ALL 2009 OR NEWER NISSANS ARE FULLY ADMISSIBLE FOR IMPORT INTO CANADA WITHOUT ANY RESTRICTIONS. I DO NOT KNOW WHAT THE COST INVOLVED IS IN BRINGING ONE TO CANADA, BUT IF YOU DO PLEASE SHARE. I AM BEGINNING TO THINK THAT IT MAY NOT BE A BAD IDEA TO IMPORT ONE FROM THE USA.:confused:

Hayabusa: Thanks for the info. You seem to be really well informed. I have ordered a black on black premium GTR in the US mid-west and plan to bring it back to Alberta. When you say no import restrictions, do you mean warranty? I was told that Nissan USA would not honour the warranty outside of the USA for 6 full months. This is to discourage people from cross border buying. That's strange because there are no similar limits on Infinitis (I checked out the G37S). Cost in US was $73,500 US plus $7,500 surcharge plus shipping tax dealers etc. All-in is $84,000US which is about $89,000 cdn at today's exchange. Import costs into Canada will add another $5 or 6,000, so the prices are quite similar when all is said and done.

About 5 GTRs have been delivered to Calgary in the last 2 weeks. 3 are owned by the dealership owners and the other 2 belong to the best friends of the dealers Owner (Sunridge). Calgary dealers seem to be sticking to the MSRP so far, but impose a maintenance package so that they can recover the $100,000 they say they have to invest in order to be certified. I have heard rumours that the 2 delivered into Vancouver to the dealership owners are available "privately" for $125,000. Ouch! The dealer in Guelph is leasing his for $1400/month plus the $10k down with a $50K buy-out after 4 years. My arithmetic is bad, but that adds up to >$120.

On a recent trip to the far-east, I sat in "my car" except that it had right hand drive. Awesome; I wish they would have let me take a drive! All reports from people that have driven it so far is that it exceeds their expectations!!.

[GTRForLife]

Yeah I called the Guelph guy the day the GTR was listed (yes, I do check every single day, some times more than once a day haha) and it's 10K down, and more like 1650/mo after tax, and + 50K buy out. That's like 130K in total. And plus, I really didn't like the sales tactics he was playing with me.

The car is still not sold. That says a lot.

[Risky_Business]

type of tactics...or should I even ask? Ha.

[GTRForLife]

Oh you know, the usual. 75 cars coming to canada in total, 25 dealerships so each will get very few cars (there are 20 dealerships), and that cuz i was 17th on some other list, that i would never get the car. Basically trying to play off my love of the car, but i mean, pretty damn obvious. It's been two weeks now, the car's still not sold.

[Risky_Business]

I see that. I'll keep an eye on it. Appears to be the only one on Autotrader.ca.

What are they asking total (if you are aware)?

[GTRForLife]

130K.

[Risky_Business]

@ them. That is insanity.

[Vuk@AMS]

We had a call last week to pick up a red one at MSRP (cancelled order). We held off as we commited to other cars/projects. Once those who ordered get their fill they will be at dealer lots just like the 350Z, S2000 etc. It is a definite frenzy and a justified one. I am interested to see the value in 3 years once the full cost of ownership is realized and warranties expire? This is also when most will start modifying (after warranty) as we've witnessed with the
Z32's and then the Z33/G's.

I was also under the impression that dealers were not suppose to sell above MSRP in Canada? I know of some other dealers boasting of sales in the 120 grand range Canadian ouch!

We tried to get on a list along with one of our investors for 2 x GTR's late last Spring and no one was taking deposits yet the dealers allotments were all pre-sold early this year? Alot of interesting sales tactics. We ended up pursuing German and English sportcars to add to our Nissan Stable as we will be launching our Premium Division soon. The GTR and/or V-Spec will be added in due time :)

Regards,

Vuk@AMS
www.amszstore.com



some pretty interesting info. I am disappointed (although not surprised) with regards to the 2010's going up. I am trying to get an idea if there will be any 2009's at the msrp when the 2010's are out but if "everything is sold or spoken for" this is not likely. Not sure how accurate that is or how this will play out.

[Risky_Business]

usual suspects remain on Autotrader as of today. That white one still sitting at Guelph/Infiniti and another (black) both at $109.

[rockgtr]

got it a month ago and the wife doesnt like that the kids wont fit. I will sell it for what i have into it with taxes. Its red and in toronto.

[ghall]

I have two black on black premiums. I am a private seller in South Carolina (so no dealer taxes). Both cars are identical. One has 32 factory miles and the other has 1300 miles with the 1000 service completed. Both are in pristine condition. $81,000 and $78,000 respectively. Inquires email graham hall ghall@clemson.edu or call 803-439-2265

[primus]

Hi:
Your message is in the GTR in Canada thread, so in Canadian dollars you would need to add about $20,000 (Cdn) or 25% now in November. Import to Canada would cost about 10% more. Plus clear bra ($1000); protection ($1000) and extended warranty ($10000), plus delivery, those cars in Canada would cost around $120,000(cdn). Still a great deal for a great car. In the USA off the lot with no extras no taxes, those are excellent prices.

[primus]

Black on Black
80 km. stored indoors
Clear Bra
Protection package
You guys know all the details
In Calgary $105,000
email me or call 403-589-5495