Newbie: Am I Getting a Good Price on my First Scooter?

[rweggert]

Hello, PCX world! I just put a deposit down on my first ever scooter - a 2018 White PCX150J - sight unseen and undriven. I'm taking the word from all of you that this is a great choice for my first scooter and hope to pick it up in two weeks when I return home. I found the scooter online at a reputable authorized Honda dealer and it was the only PCX in stock.

My questions: Did I get a great deal or not? The dealer quoted me a price of $2,650, well below list. However, they added $300 for dealer freight, $288 for dealer setup, and $499 for titling/processing - nearly $1,100 in fees. My original quote was $3,199 but when I complained about the high fees, they lowered the price on the scooter but not the fees (which I'm fine with). So, out the door with sales tax: $4,073?

Also, the invoice shows the model number is PCX150J - with an added J at the end. What does this mean? Am I getting a non-standard model PCX? With such a low quoted price, I'm wondering if I'm not getting what I'm expecting.

Looking forward to sharing my thoughts and experiences with all of you!

[GeorgeSK]

"out the door" for 4 is not a bad price, but it is not a super price. I would not be unhappy, mind you, but it is not like they gave you the deal of a lifetime (although the price for the scoot itself DOES seem very good - its the adders that add up).

Enjoy your new ride, but put some money into your gear. Helmet obviously, but jacket and gloves too. If you want to go even further, riding jeans make a lot of sense. Regular blue jeans are pretty much useless in a slide.

Oh yeah - no idea what the J means.

[gn2]

Jalapeno.
Its the hot tuned up version...

[Mel46]

Both of our 2013 models cost close to that out the door, so it is about par for the course.

You will find that it is a great scooter for that price. Just keep a few things in mind.
1. If you are short you may have a problem touching the ground. There are some women on this forum who have that problem. My wife has that problem.
2. Getting a taller windshield will probably become a necessity. When you ride the wind will build up on your chest and try to push you off of the bike. Taller windshields divert the wind around you. There are quite a few choices in windshield height and style, so ride it a little and then determine what you don't like before adding accessories.
3. You can purchase a tail box if you expect to carry additional items, such as books. It is also a good place to store your helmet if the underseat storage is full.
4. BUY A GOOD HELMET, GLOVES, AND JACKET. This is not a toy. It tops out in the mid 60 mph range. At that speed you can really get hurt, if not killed.

Aside from that, enjoy your ride. It is a HONDA. Take care of it and it will give you many years of enjoyment.

[you you]

Jalapeno.
Its the hot tuned up version...

[GlassMan]

$3800 O T D at Dupage Cycle on North Av !!

[PCX150Rider]

OTD for 4 is about what I paid for my 2017 last year. And it was a new one out of a crate. I didn't have to take the floor model. I didn't buy any extras as far as extended warranty etc. . .. But I did buy Honda oil and Honda coolant the same day I closed the deal on the PCX. Wanted to have it on hand to do the first maintenance at 600 miles myself.

I've been riding motorcycles for years so I already had helmets etc. . ..

[WhiteNoise]

I think I paid about the same as you rweggert, maybe a $100 less? Not bad deals.
Oh and on the letter J you asked, I'm not sure myself but if you're truly concerned, call your salesman. If he doesn't know tell Him to find out.

Wait! Maybe it's your salesman's first or last name initial, "J" for Jim, or Jackson, or even Jim Jackson
No, that would be "JJ" then. Hmm...
For all we know, it could be a "salesman's code" when he makes a sale I'm joking....I think ??

> So WHEN do you get your B.U.Tee New White Stallion? Show n Tell us when she moves in <

Heh gn2 - that is Funny!

[gn2]

The new model OTD in 2018 at $3800 is a total bargain.
Back in 2012 they were $3800, and that was for the pre-eSP 125
http://www.hondapcx.org/viewtopic.php?p=7079#p7079

[big bear]

My 2016 pcx was close to 4 grand out the door too, they had it listed at 2999 but with all the fees it ended up at almost 4 grand

[WhiteNoise]

Welcome aboard our forum(s) big bear
Sounds like we're among the norm that paid "$4,000" OTD - I'm good with that

For those that paid less: Good for You! Smile. Ride
For those that paid a bit more: You'll be Smiling soon enough. Just Ride
For those that paid too much: Learn from the experience. Don't hammer yourself. Ride = Smiles