What does 'carriage price' mean?

[EstherDella]

Carriage price refers to the total price of goods loaded onto a vehicle, which is: goods price + short-distance freight price + local surcharge + dispatch fee = carriage price. Car (ship) board price: refers to the delivery price of goods sent to the train (port) at the departure station (port), including the ex-warehouse price, short-distance transportation and handling fees. The carriage price in the coal industry: refers to all costs except the train freight before the coal is loaded onto the train and about to be dispatched. It includes the pithead price of coal, taxes, truck freight, various taxes and fees at the train station, and railway planning fees. Floor price: in the stock market, when the market is oversold and many stocks can no longer fall, the price formed is called the floor price, which is the trading price on the stock market (unless otherwise specified, it includes taxes).

[StDaisy]

I'm the kind of person who often helps friends research car purchases. The ex-factory price (or "invoice price") is essentially the base price of the vehicle itself, excluding additional costs like taxes, insurance, and other fees. When a 4S dealership quotes a price, it's usually this ex-factory price, which gives you an idea of the car's value. However, the actual out-the-door price includes many add-ons—such as a ~10% purchase tax, several thousand yuan for insurance, and license plate fees ranging from hundreds to a thousand yuan—so the final price is significantly higher. During negotiations, focus on bargaining down the ex-factory price, especially for popular models where dealers often mark up prices. Comparing quotes from multiple dealers can save you a substantial amount. Don’t just fixate on this price—also consider brand resale value, as Japanese cars often offer better long-term value. Understanding the ex-factory price is your first step to saving money; don’t be fooled by the surface number.

[LaSophia]

Last week, I bought a car on my own for the first time. The salesperson mentioned the 'ex-factory price,' and I thought it was some new term. Upon asking, I realized it's the base price of the car, excluding any additional fees. At the time, I thought it was quite cheap, but later a friend reminded me that the 'on-the-road price' is the complete cost, including insurance and registration fees. I asked the salesperson why they didn’t just quote the full price, and they said the ex-factory price is used to attract customers and make negotiation easier. When I was comparing different brands, Honda’s ex-factory price seemed more reasonable, and I ended up saving a lot in the final deal. My advice to beginners is not to just focus on the numbers—check the manufacturer’s suggested retail price online as a reference to avoid getting a bad deal.

[DiMargaret]

After selling cars for so many years, the base price naturally refers to the bare price of the car, which is the foundation. Our quotes start from this point. You can understand it as the factory price, and then negotiate additional configurations or promotional activities on top of it. This price is quite flexible when buying a car, and you can usually bring it down a bit with some negotiation.

[StMackenzie]

I worked in a car repair shop for decades. The 'car board price' is the market's reference price for vehicles, representing the base price of the car. When buying a car, be cautious as dealers may add service fees or bundle sales on top of this. Comparing prices before making a purchase is the most reliable approach. The concept of 'car board price' also applies to used cars, but you must consider the vehicle's condition and depreciation—don't just look at the surface price.