Painless Purchase of 2017 Honda Accord

Painless Purchase of 2017 Honda Accord

After months of research and waiting in hopes of keeping my 2001 Camry, I did not end up with the best car decision. This was entirely my fault. My car purchase was smooth and easy. I walked in with my list of requirements, dealer items I did not want, and a pre-approved loan. Gerardo Alfonso Yahakawa listened and immediately showed me a Honda Accord that fit my requirements. Admittedly, he tried to get me to test or look at more offerings, but I refused. He left me to myself. I was not excited about color options but did not want upgrades so made a decision. It surprised me the 2017 was not new but Certified Pre-Owned. We discussed price, I asked for a change and a Manager was called. We negotiated less than 2 mins. Paperwork was slower but used the Honda special vs. my own financing. I did miss a warranty service charge I recalled differently than on contract so was not happy w/financing dept. We had a polite discussion and I stayed w/ item but not pleased. Since Dec 11, have learned more about basic Accord. Realize I should have tried other options Mr. Yamakawa tried to get me to test. My manual seat is not as comfy as I expected. An upgrade would have come w/ better seats and some other items I don't need, but would have given me a nicer car. Mr. Yamakawa showed me the operating basics and made sure unwanted wheel locks were not installed. I am happy with my price, felt no pressure, enjoyed my interaction with salesman, and had a nice day until I went to financing for final papers. Tired by then and can only blame myself for missed charge and then keeping what I never wanted. This was the best car purchase of my life. Bill Page is close to home and I hope future service does not disappoint. Show everyone my Bill Page Honda key ring. So I missed a warranty charge but love the darn key ring. Go figure! Not even offended by ad on license plates. All paperwork in a neat folder, with window sticker and registration in glove compartment. Salesman allowed me to leave my old car on lot for 24 hrs, after offering to ride me home (10 mins). I returned next morning to get Toy Camry for donation to charity. Painless and simple.