Finally placed my order, and perhaps some useful info...

I have been lurking here for a few months researching the Stelvio and finally pulled the trigger a few days ago - many thanks for the helpful people and information here.

My wife and I have always had an SUV and a sedan (plus a little old roadster for sunny days) but last summer we replaced the BMW X5 with a 2nd sedan. Then we got a puppy that grew to 70lbs in 6 months and I am no longer keen to carry him on the back seats of my BMW 535i. So back to needing a small SUV that drives well in the $40k-$65k range (Mazda CX-5 up to BMW X3 M40i - also considered BMW X1/X2/X3, Jaguar E-Pace and F-Pace, Subaru, Audi Q5, Porsche Macan, MB GLC43 etc). The Stelvio hit the sweet spot in terms of styling, performance, space and value and I have always been a fan of the marque as I grew up in Europe and had a chance to drive many different Alfas a long time ago.

I have leased my last 15 vehicles and always had them built to order as I don't mind waiting a few months and I am very particular about getting what I want when spending so much money (BMW has this really well figured out including tracking every step of the build and even the ship carrying the car from Germany). I also negotiate pretty hard and find it enjoyable (do most of it through emails and phone calls so I don't get too emotionally involved). I thought people here might find some information about order codes and invoice pricing etc helpful so I put this together:

Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport - MSRP $46,495 (invoice $43,916)
Includes Alfa Rosso Paint PRR ($0), Black Performance Sports Leather DLXX, 20" x 8.5" Sport Wheels WPF (will powder-coat them black)

OPTIONS
CODE - MSRP (INVOICE)
RCA = Harman Kardon Premium Audio - $900 ($810)
RAN = NAV with 8.8 Display - $950 ($855)
AJG = Driver Assistance Static Package - $650 ($585)
AJJ = Driver Assistance Dynamic+ Package - $1,500 ($1,350)
JHS = Headlamp Washers - $250 ($225)
XTL = Gloss Yellow Brake Calipers with Black Script - $0 ($0)
TBC = Compact Spare Tire - $450 ($405) - Includes air compressor, does not raise floor height like in X3
XFR = Trailer Tow Hitch - $450 ($405) - Needed to carry bikes, you lose trunk kick sensor
RFP = Apple CarPlay (includes RF5 Android Auto) - $200 ($180) - pay $100 for Apple CarPlay and $100 for Android
AMU = Ti Sport Performance Package (LSD and active suspension) - $1,200 ($1,080)
XGZ = Leather Package (dashboard and tops of doors in stitched leather) - $995 ($896)
and Destination - $995 ($995)
TOTAL MSRP: $55,035 (invoice $51,702)

Note I did not get the following options that others might want:
XSP = Red Calipers, XS9 = Black Calipers
GWJ = Sunroof (hate them)
AHM = Convenience Package
NHK = Engine Block Heater

It is worth mentioning that the first three Alfa dealers I spoke to did not have a clue about availability of RFP Apple Carplay and had never heard of AMU Sport Performance Package or XGZ Leather Package - all options I really want. Finally found a few dealers that had sales managers that were very helpful and went to the manufacturer configurator (instead of the out-of-date public website) and gave me the correct information and codes. Note that there is a markup of about 5.5% on the base vehicle (invoice to MSRP) and 10% for all options.

Currently in the NE of USA there are up to $3750 in incentives if you are leasing (including $1500 for conquest from BMW et al which is huge - just need to show registration on other car). It is not too hard to get the vehicle for below invoice, and then then apply rebates to get to $7k or more below MSRP. I was quoted a build/delivery time of 13-18 weeks from several dealerships and of course rebates and lease terms (money factor) could change by that time, so I just focussed on getting a good sale price in writing and confirmed the build with a deposit. PM me if you want more information in this area or any questions to do with leasing.


Looking forward joining the family here once I get my new Alfa in June - can't wait. :smile