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Hi Gents,
I have been looking for a GranSport coupe recently and test drove an '06 today with a tad over 6K on the odometer. I noticed what seemed like "torque steer" where the steering wheel would pull sharply to the left when doing a gear change at high RPMs. I noticed that if I kept my foot on the acceleration during the shift (as it should be) it alleviated the symptom somewhat. The dealer attributed it to uneven tire pressure--which he measured after the drive (front tires were each 2 lbs. low, and the rear driver's side was 7 lbs. low). Does this seem feasible, or am I looking at a more serious problem?
Secondly, regarding pricing... car is priced at $75900 w/ skyhook, all leather interior, special leather headliner, premium sound, CD changer, heated seats, & xenons. Is this a good price, and is there ever any room to bargain with a dealer? The guy we spoke to today said the price was essentially non-negotiable. Any recommendations?
Much appreciated,
-Christopher
I have been looking for a GranSport coupe recently and test drove an '06 today with a tad over 6K on the odometer. I noticed what seemed like "torque steer" where the steering wheel would pull sharply to the left when doing a gear change at high RPMs. I noticed that if I kept my foot on the acceleration during the shift (as it should be) it alleviated the symptom somewhat. The dealer attributed it to uneven tire pressure--which he measured after the drive (front tires were each 2 lbs. low, and the rear driver's side was 7 lbs. low). Does this seem feasible, or am I looking at a more serious problem?
Secondly, regarding pricing... car is priced at $75900 w/ skyhook, all leather interior, special leather headliner, premium sound, CD changer, heated seats, & xenons. Is this a good price, and is there ever any room to bargain with a dealer? The guy we spoke to today said the price was essentially non-negotiable. Any recommendations?
Much appreciated,
-Christopher