[PitStop]

Are most consumers paying msrpFor the Defender Max Limited?

When I was shopping there were plenty of dealers attempting to sell for MSRP, but a little shopping and price matching dealers against one another, I very quickly found pricing lowered a few thousand below MSRP. Dealers in my area had plenty of units in stock (unlike a few years ago) and were willing to get more competitive on pricing.

 

[Roadking023]

Thank you

 

[christisk]

Thank you

Did you ever end up getting a new Defender? I know I saw you checking out threads on Defenders and asking a lot of questions maybe even found a $3k promo?

 

[Space Ghost]

These prices are what has me concerned. I live on VA disability. I did just put in for my retirement though from the guard, so that will help once that comes in. I should have about a year and a half of back pay coming, so I'm guessing I could drop $20K down in cash. I'm still deciding if I even WANT the limited. I prefer to not even have doors on in the summer. (unless it's raining of course) I'd just as soon put on a roof & windshield, the call it done. Heat for the winter for plowing would be cool, but the only real reason I'm thinking of the Limited... is so the wife will be happy in the AC.

Hell, I'm a crippled old soldier with a service dog who is always with me anyhow... so maybe we should just go riding without her... lol. My previous dog (RIP Brandy) was even called "the other women" by the wife...

My used quad bike I have now was 3 grand, and here I am looking to get into a SxS at 10 times the price. BTW, the unit I'll be getting... the Defender HD10 6x6. Just not sure if the base model or splurge for the Limited yet. I do know that a '24 base model could be had for a good deal if I were to walk in with the cash in hand... but most places only have a Limited in stock.

 

[Roadking023]

Did you ever end up getting a new Defender? I know I saw you checking out threads on Defenders and asking a lot of questions maybe even found a $3k promo?

I didn’t. The 4 dealers in Tennessee I dealt with won’t sell below MSRP. I’m not in a rush. I’ll sit tight and see if they offer a substantial rebate or negotiate below MSRP. I want to add some extras on the machine also

 

[PitStop]

Did you ever end up getting a new Defender? I know I saw you checking out threads on Defenders and asking a lot of questions maybe even found a $3k promo?

I’m suspect this varies regionally, but I can tell you the can-am cash rebate on my 2024 in December was $1,500. Beyond that it was just finding which dealer was willing to negotiate the most on their price.

There were no rebates on 2025 models and naturally dealers in my area were not motivated to discount 2025s

 

[PitStop]

These prices are what has me concerned. I live on VA disability. I did just put in for my retirement though from the guard, so that will help once that comes in. I should have about a year and a half of back pay coming, so I'm guessing I could drop $20K down in cash. I'm still deciding if I even WANT the limited. I prefer to not even have doors on in the summer. (unless it's raining of course) I'd just as soon put on a roof & windshield, the call it done. Heat for the winter for plowing would be cool, but the only real reason I'm thinking of the Limited... is so the wife will be happy in the AC.

Hell, I'm a crippled old soldier with a service dog who is always with me anyhow... so maybe we should just go riding without her... lol. My previous dog (RIP Brandy) was even called "the other women" by the wife...

My used quad bike I have now was 3 grand, and here I am looking to get into a SxS at 10 times the price. BTW, the unit I'll be getting... the Defender HD10 6x6. Just not sure if the base model or splurge for the Limited yet. I do know that a '24 base model could be had for a good deal if I were to walk in with the cash in hand... but most places only have a Limited in stock.

Soldier, thank you for your service. It’s people like you that make our country the best place in the world to live.

Was there a question you had ?

 

[Roadking023]

These prices are what has me concerned. I live on VA disability. I did just put in for my retirement though from the guard, so that will help once that comes in. I should have about a year and a half of back pay coming, so I'm guessing I could drop $20K down in cash. I'm still deciding if I even WANT the limited. I prefer to not even have doors on in the summer. (unless it's raining of course) I'd just as soon put on a roof & windshield, the call it done. Heat for the winter for plowing would be cool, but the only real reason I'm thinking of the Limited... is so the wife will be happy in the AC.

Hell, I'm a crippled old soldier with a service dog who is always with me anyhow... so maybe we should just go riding without her... lol. My previous dog (RIP Brandy) was even called "the other women" by the wife...

My used quad bike I have now was 3 grand, and here I am looking to get into a SxS at 10 times the price. BTW, the unit I'll be getting... the Defender HD10 6x6. Just not sure if the base model or splurge for the Limited yet. I do know that a '24 base model could be had for a good deal if I were to walk in with the cash in hand... but most places only have a Limited in stock.

I think most people will agree that the price on these machines are too high. It also comes with a one year warranty. Just one year. I guess people are willing to pay then why would they lower the msrp. Thank you for your service sir

 

[Roadking023]

I’m suspect this varies regionally, but I can tell you the can-am cash rebate on my 2024 in December was $1,500. Beyond that it was just finding which dealer was willing to negotiate the most on their price.

There were no rebates on 2025 models and naturally dealers in my area were not motivated to discount 2025s

I’m assuming I’ll have to wait till the end of the year to find a ‘25 machine for less than MSRP

 

[PitStop]

I think most people will agree that the price on these machines are too high. It also comes with a one year warranty. Just one year. I guess people are willing to pay then why would they lower the msrp. Thank you for your service sir

Guys this is a topic that has been deliberated for generations. Quads used to be sold for a couple thousand at best, now they are 7, 8, 9, 10k plus.

Inflation, costs increase, willingness to pay more, all factors. Prices won’t ever come down. Buy it today for the current cost, or wait and pay more. It’s an unfortunate truth

 

[Space Ghost]

Soldier, thank you for your service. It’s people like you that make our country the best place in the world to live.

Was there a question you had ?

I don't know for sure as I'm still deciding... Probably still have about another month before my retirement comes in (guy says it takes about 90 days) but for those of you with the Limited... was it really worth the extra 10K for the AC and heat, or was that what you were looking for anyway?

Being older now I DO like being comfy, but after 28 years riding in Army trucks, I can handle a basic vehicle just fine too. I mostly just want the capability of the vehicle itself.

 

[AZ8]

I don't know for sure as I'm still deciding... Probably still have about another month before my retirement comes in (guy says it takes about 90 days) but for those of you with the Limited... was it really worth the extra 10K for the AC and heat, or was that what you were looking for anyway?

Being older now I DO like being comfy, but after 28 years riding in Army trucks, I can handle a basic vehicle just fine too. I mostly just want the capability of the vehicle itself.

If you really don’t need the A/C, check out the XT Cab model. You’ll have heat and depending on add ons, will be much cheaper than the Limited.

Not sure of your location. I live in northern Arizona at 7000 feet. Heater is a must, A/C would be nice for a month or two in the summer but really not needed.

Good luck in your search!

 

[Montana mountain family]

I will be honest living in the mountains of Montana we only used the A/C twice in 1600 miles and that was only in the middle of the day in the summer I would agree you could save some money if you really don't need A/C it's just one more thing to quit working at some point and cost $ to fix but for us we thought if it gets smokey and it does at some point every summer from the fires we could have the windows closed and keep cool as well ,but our SxS before this one did not have A/C and worked just fine for several years .

 

[PitStop]

I don't know for sure as I'm still deciding... Probably still have about another month before my retirement comes in (guy says it takes about 90 days) but for those of you with the Limited... was it really worth the extra 10K for the AC and heat, or was that what you were looking for anyway?

Being older now I DO like being comfy, but after 28 years riding in Army trucks, I can handle a basic vehicle just fine too. I mostly just want the capability of the vehicle itself.

Space, only you can decide if the full cab and HVAC is necessary / “worth it” for your situation.

Is it required, absolutely not. It’s nice, primarily because having a fully sealed cab allows you to keep the dust and debris out. No way you are riding in the dusty summer with your windows up without AC.

If you’re stressed about the cost, why bother?

 

[Tug Hill]

I don't know for sure as I'm still deciding... Probably still have about another month before my retirement comes in (guy says it takes about 90 days) but for those of you with the Limited... was it really worth the extra 10K for the AC and heat, or was that what you were looking for anyway?

Being older now I DO like being comfy, but after 28 years riding in Army trucks, I can handle a basic vehicle just fine too. I mostly just want the capability of the vehicle itself.

Worth every penny, I plowed 8" of snow this morning @6degF with a sweatshirt on.

 

[CanAmRancher1]

If you really don’t need the A/C, check out the XT Cab model. You’ll have heat and depending on add ons, will be much cheaper than the Limited.

Not sure of your location. I live in northern Arizona at 7000 feet. Heater is a must, A/C would be nice for a month or two in the summer but really not needed.

Good luck in your search!

They unfortunately dont have the xt cab model in the 6x6. Its all or nothing.

 

[AZ8]

They unfortunately dont have the xt cab model in the 6x6. Its all or nothing.

Ooops! Didn’t catch that. My bad.

 

[Space Ghost]

If you really don’t need the A/C, check out the XT Cab model. You’ll have heat and depending on add ons, will be much cheaper than the Limited.

Not sure of your location. I live in northern Arizona at 7000 feet. Heater is a must, A/C would be nice for a month or two in the summer but really not needed.

Good luck in your search!

I'm in NW Indiana. Very cold in winter, pretty hot in summer. I normally don't go trail riding in winter, just plowing, so I can dress up for it. If you're not going 30 mph in the wind, it ain't too bad. (However if I had a heated cab, that may change) The AC would be nice for the wife, and at times it can be 90+ out in the summer... and raining. Other than that, I normally like the ability to hop in & out easily. I even drive my truck with windows down whenever possible, and I ride a Heritage Softail.

Had to sell 7 guns for that...

I still have time to decide. I have discovered that the Limited has other upgrades. The better front diff, & 30" tires to start, and the power dump bed. They also say the suspension has an extra inch of travel.

 

[PitStop]

The limited does not come with the power dump.

 

[Montana mountain family]

That is correct it does not , not sure why not even my old I say old but it wasn't that old john gator 2015 model s4 had a motorized dump bed I would think eventually it may come with one or a option and it may be an option from can am already my dealer didn't mention it. So I am not sure about that .