brigalowO

Hi Steve, Yes the prices are very high and that is the reason I am asking the questions. Given the euphoria of a new vehicle purchase it is easy to succumb to the moment and just spend up. We do not want to be miserable with extras, but we have to get value for our retirement money. I joined this forum so that you good people could advise me of our best options, so what experiences have you all had regarding dealer fitted options as opposed to after market,..........and which direction is the most practical, in terms of cost vs practicality. Should I shop around other dealers before we collect the car or do I push the selling dealer to come to the party? or do I simply collect the car and arrange for suitable after market suppliers to do the work and guarantee it? Does the 200 series have a problem with after market fitments or are some comments that I am getting elswhere just urban myths? Thanks again BrigalowO

Hello people, I need some kindly advice please? We ordered a new GXL TD Cruiser today, and apart from, essentially being forced into paying extra $350 for front window tinting, I passed up on the Toyota dealer fitted extras as I think they are just gouging. I might have to reconsider this after your advices. Thing is, we have to have it wired for electric brakes, (plus 12 volt power outlet for Waeco Fridge in rear luggage area) Quoted cost for just the trailer harness only, is $550. They tell me that it is a special harness to mate into their wiring system. We also rejected the factory bull bar at $2490, (no winch, but very attractive) as we would prefer an after market colour coded or alloy winch bar if it is available. Main question is, has anyone compared prices on dealer fitted options, (with full waranties) as opposed to after market accessories? The cost factor is significant, but is it practical? Thanks in advance BrigalowO