Akira 0 Posted February 1, 2011 Does anyone know how the margin of AD's is? I can't believe they have 100% markups, but I really don't know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brightlight 0 Posted February 1, 2011 Why can't you believe it? Have you any idea of stocking costs, costs of premises, staff, advertising, security, aftersales, taxes, etc, etc? IMO you're bloody lucky if it's only 100% markup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andygt 0 Posted February 1, 2011 Old prices but shows the markups: http://www.watchbasics.com/rolex_prices.htm Basically AD's buy from Rolex at 60% of the list price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akira 0 Posted February 1, 2011 Why can't you believe it? Have you any idea of stocking costs, costs of premises, staff, advertising, security, aftersales, taxes, etc, etc? IMO you're bloody lucky if it's only 100% markup. Dunno I just couldn't But there is no reason not to have 100% markup Thanks for the link Andy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
solkryssare 109 Posted February 1, 2011 Old prices but shows the markups: http://www.watchbasics.com/rolex_prices.htm Basically AD's buy from Rolex at 60% of the list price. Do you think AD employees can buy watches at 60% off as well? If so, I'm done with this design shit! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akira 0 Posted February 1, 2011 Old prices but shows the markups: http://www.watchbasics.com/rolex_prices.htm Basically AD's buy from Rolex at 60% of the list price. Do you think AD employees can buy watches at 60% off as well? If so, I'm done with this design shit! The sister of a good friend of mine works for Vente-privee.com and got her Rolex for wholesale price. I just got told yesterday and that's why I was asking.... Don't know which model she has yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
offshore 0 Posted February 1, 2011 There ya go, ...60% off =150% on, and thats reasonably close to "normal" margins. Also it depends on whether the dealer is buying, or stocking on consignment, and any "specials" being offered. I have seen brand watches with 90% off RRP as a special to clear stocks...including some medium to high end swiss product. O/S Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andygt 0 Posted February 1, 2011 60% of the list price not off but still a good discount if you can swing it, Akira. Just remember your buddies at rwg if you do Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akira 0 Posted February 1, 2011 60% of the list price not off but still a good discount if you can swing it, Akira.Just remember your buddies at rwg if you do I definitly have to check it out. vente-privee's list prices are allready discounted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
solkryssare 109 Posted February 1, 2011 Akira. Hit me up with the new Explorer II that Im sure will be released this year! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverspeed 10 Posted February 1, 2011 I think Rolex employees can/may buy one piece a year for own usuage or for direct family and I doubt it is with 60% discount....certainly not on the SS models Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d1isthe1 0 Posted February 1, 2011 (edited) In India Ethos gives a straight 20-25% off depending upon the customer, lately i was at another store and the Carl F Bucherer travel tec GMT it was 35% off and since i'm a good customer they offered me a 45% discount.... it was surely temping and was a steal at that price (imo). They usually do have huge margins. Edited February 1, 2011 by d1isthe1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
