Buying a Vehicle
In Canada, we're pretty used to paying more than the price we see on a price tag. The Ontario government has implemented a sales tax known as HST (13%), which many of us are too familiar with. But when buying a new car there are some other fees you may not recognize. What these fees are called might vary from dealer to dealer, but most often they'll be called "delivery and destination" or "freight and PDI." So what exactlyt does that mean? What are these fees and why do you have to pay them?
Freight
Freight, or destination, is the charge for getting the vehicle from the factory to the dealership. This could involve shipping the vehicle from across an ocean, driving a vehicle across the country or packing something up a bit more delicately. Manufacturers set the freight price based on the nameplate for the vehicle, so no matter where you are, you'll pay the same price. Most vehicles are not manufactured in Canada, so this set fee ensures that even if the vehicle is shipped from somewhere overseas like Japan, you'll still pay the same price. These costs are also standard across the country, so someone in B.C. will be paying the same fee as someone in Ontario. This fee will usually be higher with bigger and more luxurious vehicles, as the cost to transport them will be much higher than a regular compact vehicle.
PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection)
PDI, or delivery, is the charge for a technician at the dealership to inspect the car to make sure it has no cosmetic or mechanical issues from transportation. Just because a vehicle is brand new from the factory, doesn't mean it's ready for you to take home. It's also for the wash crew to run the vehicle through the car wash and make sure the car is presentable for the new owner. It also includes any final touches the vehicle may need such as filling up the gas tank and topping up fluids.
Leasing & Financing
Benefits
- May provide lower monthly payments than financing, over a shorter term
- Flexible lease terms and a range of kilometer allowances that suit your lifestyle
- Ability to turn-in your vehicle for a newer Volkswagen model or buy your vehicle at a predetermined price at lease maturity
- Drive a new Volkswagen more often!
Parts
Accessories are covered for the new-vehicle limited warranty period of 4 years / 80,000 km (whichever occurs first) when purchased at the time of new vehicle purchase. If purchased from an authorized dealer after delivery of vehicle, but during the new-vehicle limited warranty period, accessories are covered for the longer of either the remainder of that new-vehicle limited warranty period or a period of 2 years / unlimited kilometers.
Accessories are covered for the 2-year / 40,000 km CPO limited warranty extension when purchased at the time of CPO vehicle purchase with the Premium Assurance Program.
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Volkswagen
Of the Volkswagen 2022 lineup, the Atlas (V6) and the Atlas Cross Sport (V6) are rated to tow trailers.
Other models such as the Tiguan and Taos have a low towing capacity (roughly 1,500 lbs). Be sure to check with us as different trim lines may affect the vehicles capacity. The Owner's Manual of each vehicle will clearly state whether the vehicle is capable of towing or not.
Yes. Volkswagen sells some specific performance parts for various models. These may include performance exhaust, sport-tuned coil springs, alloy wheels, body kits, spoilers etc. For more information on what parts are currently available for any VW model you can contact our Parts Department at (905) 632-0222. Or visit the following webpage https://parts.roselandvw.com/accessories/Volkswagen__/Sport-and-Design.html
*please note that some parts may not be listed online, for more current and accurate information on available parts give us a call