How much does the 3 hatchback usually go for?

[SteveK2003]

I'm in the market for a new/new-to-me car in the next 4-6 months, and the 3 is on my list. I like the 5-door but it is significantly more expensive than the sedan.

How much do they typically go for on after haggling?

[freakray]

My recommendation would be to check out Edmunds.com and look at their TMV price guide as well as NADA.com to find out the actual dealer invoice on the car.

[5DoorMan]

I just purchased the 2005 5 door model for a hair over $17,000. A Consumer reports print out suggested I start haggling at $16,000. My father has a plan through his work that enabled be to get $1,000 off the suggested retail price. I didn't get many of the bells and whistles but I did get the moonroof/6 CD changer and everything else was standard. If you think about it, its a hell of a deal for all the standard amenities. Hope this helps...
Sweet ride!

[Mike72771]

I bought mine in July 2004 for 17,300. with the six disc/moonroof package. I would have sprung for the ABS and airbag package if they had the colors I wanted, but they didn't


Overall I am very happy with my 3.

[SteveK2003]

Thanks guys. Hmm, 17K is a little too close to a new Impreza 2.5 RS, which is pretty much my ideal car and the base for everything else: Unless it's a killer deal, anything close to that price loses out to the RS.

The 3 5-door is pretty slick though: Throw AWD in that puppy and we have a different ball game.