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Apparently there is no change in pricing between the 2007 RX350 and the 2008 model. Base price of an AWD remains the same, so also the price on all options. So we are probably looking at pretty much the same MSRP on the 2008 models, if what I read (and hear) is right. Have read in some other forums that 2008 is going at about $3500 belwo MSRP. Any input anyone , on pricing ?

Well, the true invoice of the car (MSRP 41612) I am looking at is $36476 (and this is inclusive of dest charges) , but dealer inv is around $36894 - the additional $418 probably being Advertising fees, and some other fees local to the region. Dealer reps (as well as Carsdirect.com) acknowledge that such fees are usually added on. Anyway, thanks for all the input - it did help a lot and hopefully I'll be able to get a good bargain with my recently acquired knowledge from the forum.

1000 over invoice for a 41612 MSRP !! Do you mean the true invoice , which is around 36476 , or dealer invoice (which tacks on around $420 for BS fees) ? Would really like to close one out this w/end, so want to get the whole picture before that. Also, any thoughts on which dealership is good ? Rockville, Silver Spring ?

Why is 4k "optimistic" in the DC region, when cars are being sold at around invoice in nearby NJ ? Why is the DC metro not competitive ?

Am in the market for an ES350 Prem plus package with Navigation, MSRP $41612. Have been researching a couple of dealers in the Washington DC area . What is a good price on the car in this region ? Have read in some other forums that folks have got $4k below MSRP - dont know whether that holds true in the DC Metro area. Would appreciate any input from the gurus of DC. Intend to buy, not lease.