Flash, iRock(welcome back by the way), others looking for TV of any brand
I met a dealer (Huns MG Road ) and without any negotiations he has quoted 67K for 51D550. (Forgot to ask him about glasses).
Further he has indicated further drop for group buy across brands/models except Sony (Sony has very strict policies regarding pricing).
I personally am inclined towards Panasonic 50ST30 which was quoted for 98K (7K lower than Pana brand shop Baner's price a week before) more-so because of its "non-reflective" panel as it will face a 6ft wide door to a terrace. For the same reason I was also looking at Sony 46HX925 @1.49L but its price / size ratio is getting way high and I was not impressed with its SD quality either.
Later in Maharashtra EC MG Road, I came to know that Diwali offer for 51D550 plasma is 2 free 3D glasses. We might get it from Huns itself at the said price but it will have to be confirmed. MEC guy was not ready to negotiate unless we are ready to book.
Couple of weeks before I had checked Samsung brand shop in sakal nagar and they were not getting below 72K for 51D550. Although I did not mention group buy to them, I think they were a bit reluctant to negotiate.
Vijay sales baner road did not have any plasma on display and I got info from the salesman that none of other branches do. Not sure if they sell though
Dealers remaining, besides Mahveer as quoted by mailalok, are Croma/Next/Reliance digital. If anyone stays near Kothrud and can check Mahaveer it would be great else I will do that next weekend.
I generally find Croma/Next at Aundh expensive for almost everything. Have not checked Reliance digital.
Overall I have a feeling that Huns is most open to negotiations and is ready for group discount across brands/models altough I am open to opt for any other better offers.
I would suggest lets list down the TVs we are looking for and can talk with him/others for best prices that they can offer.
iRock, Flash : Samsung 51D550
amol12 : Panasonic 50ST30