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AndyMac · 1 November 2009, 09:05 AM

I've decided to buy a new SS GMT II ceramic for my 40th birthday to add to my SS Date-just I got as an engagement present in 1992 which I wear daily. My local AD in Scotland has told me there is no chance of a discount on this model (list is £4360) but could give 3 years 0% interest free credit instead. Whilst the credit is worth several hundred pounds, should I push for a discount or are they right when the say there's no chance of getting on?

esm · 1 November 2009, 10:36 AM

unfortunately there is no discount on SS sports watches.
The best case would be the free credit offer from them. Unless you fancy a trip outside the uk (and EU) to save on tax/vat.

The GMT Master · 1 November 2009, 10:47 AM

The best chance would be interest free or a token discount (5% would be an excellent discount from a standard AD). Alternatively, the Signet Card route is another path to follow to get 10% off

hng · 1 November 2009, 02:18 PM

if you/friend going to us buy from TRF, i bought my ss gmt iic from david, there are many good guys here, can't beat their prices...

R_Lui · 1 November 2009, 02:27 PM

Hello, just wondering which shop/AD gave you 3 years 0% interest free credit? as i am interested to getting a Rolex too this year...

PeterT · 1 November 2009, 05:21 PM

Another option that could save you even more is to bid on the bay for Signet vouchers. The higher value vouchers can save you lots of money. You can use them at Ernest Jones to buy your Rolex.

Peter

PeterT · 1 November 2009, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hng

if you/friend going to us buy from TRF, i bought my ss gmt iic from david, there are many good guys here, can't beat their prices...

Import duties get in the way of importing from USA.

P.

Woody · 1 November 2009, 06:09 PM

Your other option is to buy from a pre-owned dealer - there are many well established dealers in the Uk who will be able to supply you with either a new or pre-owned GMTii-C - I have seen 1-2 year old models going for £3500 which represents a good saving. If you would like the details of any of the dealers that I have previously used then just drop me a PM.

Good luck with your search

33JS · 1 November 2009, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndyMac

I've decided to buy a new SS GMT II ceramic for my 40th birthday to add to my SS Date-just I got as an engagement present in 1992 which I wear daily. My local AD in Scotland has told me there is no chance of a discount on this model (list is £4360) but could give 3 years 0% interest free credit instead. Whilst the credit is worth several hundred pounds, should I push for a discount or are they right when the say there's no chance of getting on?

Go onto Pistonheads website Watch section and PM 'DominicH' - he's a well respected dealer and will look after you very well indeed.

james291905 · 1 November 2009, 09:07 PM

R Lui - Goldsmiths are the AD that runs the 0% 3 year interest deal, its fairly good as you can get a sub for around £80 per month, great if you havent got £3740 lying around!!

AndyMac · 1 November 2009, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R_Lui

Hello, just wondering which shop/AD gave you 3 years 0% interest free credit? as i am interested to getting a Rolex too this year...

Watches of Switzerland in Glasgow offered me 3yrs 0% (although their website only quotes 2yrs). Laings offer 3yrs too.

MikeJaye · 1 November 2009, 10:10 PM

Buy from a reputable grey dealer...Rolexroz is on this site and others and is also based in Scotland.

I've sent you a PM

Mike

Gster · 1 November 2009, 10:43 PM

Are you sure Goldsmiths do finance on Rolex over three years?
I was told by a buddy they advertise this, but Rolex is not included.....all other watches are.

You can get better deals on GMT IIc from independent UK shops IMO

ASW1 · 1 November 2009, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeJaye

Buy from a reputable grey dealer...Rolexroz is on this site and others and is also based in Scotland.

I've sent you a PM

Mike

Another vote here for Rolexroz - I was going to say exactly what Mike has ... just he beat me to it.

james291905 · 2 November 2009, 05:17 AM

Gster - Yes Rolex are included in the Goldsmiths deal, a friend of mine bought one using the deal, 20% deposit and 36 months 0% interest.

mactrack · 2 November 2009, 05:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by james291905

Gster - Yes Rolex are included in the Goldsmiths deal, a friend of mine bought one using the deal, 20% deposit and 36 months 0% interest.

After just buying my SS Daytona last week from a branch of Goldsmiths I did 20% deposit and 24 months interest free credit. I was told that it is max 36 months for online sales see here;

http://www.goldsmiths.co.uk/informat...IFC-_-13072009

but max 24 months for in store only see here;

http://www.goldsmiths.co.uk/informat...=null&coid=221

and as Rolex are not allowed to be sold online 24 months it should be. Looks like your friend got an even better deal.

A.I. · 2 November 2009, 07:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gster

Are you sure Goldsmiths do finance on Rolex over three years?
I was told by a buddy they advertise this, but Rolex is not included.....all other watches are.

You can get better deals on GMT IIc from independent UK shops IMO

Hi Gster,

Can you recommend any independants

close to Glasgow or not too far afield?

A new GMT IIc is my target!

Thanks.

Leasky · 2 November 2009, 07:51 AM

I was offered a 10% discount on a new GMTc (for cash) from Jamieson and Carry, Union Street, Aberdeen about 2 months ago.

I am a regular customer and have bought several Rolex watches from them over a 20 year period, so that may have come into the equation.

Never the less, it was a good deal and I wasnt expecting such an offer.

If you are thinking about contacting them, please drop me a PM and I can furnish you the details of the Director whom I deal with there.

Good luck.

Colin.

PS. the GMTc is a lovely watch though.....

Rolexroz · 2 November 2009, 09:01 AM

The Rolex Rep was in Scotland a few weeks ago and let it be known that a price increase was all but guaranteed before the end of the year. In addition the Submariner LV and the Seadweller have now been officially discontinued.

Whilst the latter two rumours are well known the price increase is generally (we hope) thought of as a joke. But the AD's suspect it is true and don't want to offer a discount if they can potentially make loads more by keeping their stock for a few weeks, why would they accept a low ball offer now.

That having been said, if you know where to look and how to pay..................Discounts-R-us.

Rolexroz

Lol-x · 2 November 2009, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexroz

In addition the Submariner LV and the Seadweller have now been officially discontinued.

Whilst the latter two rumours are well known........

Rolexroz

The Submariner LV has not been 'officially discontinued' to my knowledge. Rolex has never said that.

fishpond · 2 November 2009, 07:49 PM

Some employers let you purchase Signet (ie Ernest Jones) vouchers at 15% discount... so for example for £100 you only pay £85.

I did this recently and managed a 31% discount including the 16% that I negotiated with them on a YG for my wife.

33JS · 11 November 2009, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leasky

I was offered a 10% discount on a new GMTc (for cash) from Jamieson and Carry, Union Street, Aberdeen about 2 months ago.

I am a regular customer and have bought several Rolex watches from them over a 20 year period, so that may have come into the equation.

Never the less, it was a good deal and I wasnt expecting such an offer.

If you are thinking about contacting them, please drop me a PM and I can furnish you the details of the Director whom I deal with there.

Good luck.

Colin.

I and some others tend to avoid them completely due to previous 'issues'...

1 November 2009, 09:05 AM	#1
AndyMac "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Scotland Watch: Rolex SS Datejust Posts: 5	UK Discounts I've decided to buy a new SS GMT II ceramic for my 40th birthday to add to my SS Date-just I got as an engagement present in 1992 which I wear daily. My local AD in Scotland has told me there is no chance of a discount on this model (list is £4360) but could give 3 years 0% interest free credit instead. Whilst the credit is worth several hundred pounds, should I push for a discount or are they right when the say there's no chance of getting on?

1 November 2009, 02:18 PM	#4
hng "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: HaNgat Location: Jakarta Watch: Sports Rolex Posts: 648	if you/friend going to us buy from TRF, i bought my ss gmt iic from david, there are many good guys here, can't beat their prices... __________________ Cartier Tank / Suunto Stinger / 16014 / 16610LV / PAM 233 / 116520 / 14060M / 16710 / Omega Constellation

2 November 2009, 09:01 AM	#19
Rolexroz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Roz Location: Scotland Watch: Orange hand Exp11 Posts: 103	A few problems. The Rolex Rep was in Scotland a few weeks ago and let it be known that a price increase was all but guaranteed before the end of the year. In addition the Submariner LV and the Seadweller have now been officially discontinued. Whilst the latter two rumours are well known the price increase is generally (we hope) thought of as a joke. But the AD's suspect it is true and don't want to offer a discount if they can potentially make loads more by keeping their stock for a few weeks, why would they accept a low ball offer now. That having been said, if you know where to look and how to pay..................Discounts-R-us. Rolexroz

1 November 2009, 10:36 AM	#2
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	unfortunately there is no discount on SS sports watches. The best case would be the free credit offer from them. Unless you fancy a trip outside the uk (and EU) to save on tax/vat.

1 November 2009, 10:47 AM	#3
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,148	The best chance would be interest free or a token discount (5% would be an excellent discount from a standard AD). Alternatively, the Signet Card route is another path to follow to get 10% off

1 November 2009, 02:27 PM	#5
R_Lui Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Robert Location: London - UK Watch: Rolex GMT Master 2 Posts: 31	Hello, just wondering which shop/AD gave you 3 years 0% interest free credit? as i am interested to getting a Rolex too this year...

1 November 2009, 05:21 PM	#6
PeterT "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: England Watch: 16613 16710 16600 Posts: 1,021	Another option that could save you even more is to bid on the bay for Signet vouchers. The higher value vouchers can save you lots of money. You can use them at Ernest Jones to buy your Rolex. Peter

1 November 2009, 06:09 PM	#8
Woody "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Africa Posts: 1,119	Your other option is to buy from a pre-owned dealer - there are many well established dealers in the Uk who will be able to supply you with either a new or pre-owned GMTii-C - I have seen 1-2 year old models going for £3500 which represents a good saving. If you would like the details of any of the dealers that I have previously used then just drop me a PM. Good luck with your search

1 November 2009, 09:07 PM	#10
james291905 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK, Staffordshire Watch: Sub Date 16610 Posts: 22	R Lui - Goldsmiths are the AD that runs the 0% 3 year interest deal, its fairly good as you can get a sub for around £80 per month, great if you havent got £3740 lying around!!

1 November 2009, 10:10 PM	#12
MikeJaye Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: London Posts: 675	Buy from a reputable grey dealer...Rolexroz is on this site and others and is also based in Scotland. I've sent you a PM Mike

1 November 2009, 10:43 PM	#13
Gster "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Grant Location: UK Watch: Rolex GMT IIC Posts: 42	Are you sure Goldsmiths do finance on Rolex over three years? I was told by a buddy they advertise this, but Rolex is not included.....all other watches are. You can get better deals on GMT IIc from independent UK shops IMO

2 November 2009, 05:17 AM	#15
james291905 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK, Staffordshire Watch: Sub Date 16610 Posts: 22	Gster - Yes Rolex are included in the Goldsmiths deal, a friend of mine bought one using the deal, 20% deposit and 36 months 0% interest.

2 November 2009, 07:51 AM	#18
Leasky "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Colin Leask. Location: Scotland, UK. Watch: 118238 YG DD. Posts: 723	I was offered a 10% discount on a new GMTc (for cash) from Jamieson and Carry, Union Street, Aberdeen about 2 months ago. I am a regular customer and have bought several Rolex watches from them over a 20 year period, so that may have come into the equation. Never the less, it was a good deal and I wasnt expecting such an offer. If you are thinking about contacting them, please drop me a PM and I can furnish you the details of the Director whom I deal with there. Good luck. Colin. PS. the GMTc is a lovely watch though.....

2 November 2009, 07:49 PM	#21
fishpond "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: London, UK Posts: 6	Some employers let you purchase Signet (ie Ernest Jones) vouchers at 15% discount... so for example for £100 you only pay £85. I did this recently and managed a 31% discount including the 16% that I negotiated with them on a YG for my wife.

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