2018 Infiniti Q50 3.0t Luxe Quote

Just got a quote on a Q50 3.0t Luxe. I’m interested in getting input on how to get them to go lower, particularly on the down payment. Would it be smarter to pay the taxes and fees up front or is that effectively the same as making a down payment? Their quote is:

MSRP:$39,945
Selling Price:$31,494
Taxes and fees:$3,008.38
Residual: 53%
39 months
12K miles a year
$3,000 down
$357.23 monthly payment

Thanks.

Where are you located?

There were two recent posts of the same car by @nyclife at 215/month w/ VPP or @HN308 at 230/month for NJ and CT residents.

This one is in Texas.

$3000 down equates to around 80-90 on top of the $357 payment, which will effectively put your payment at $450. That’s not a good deal.

Are you in Houston?

Search the forum for people who have found Infiniti deals in Texas

Hi. Last year I got the infiniti Q50 signature 12K, no money down, drive off with first month and DMV
$349/month ($367 with the tire package rolled in)-- this included taxes and everything.
The signature is a V6, with nav, moonroof, power seats, keyless entry and bluetooth.

This was a good deal in NY