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The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I shared this on CCBA, but since I started it here, I'll quickly share some results from our shopping this past weekend, taking into account Q's advice:
The Jetta we liked (2010 Jetta LE, 29k miles) came to a deal of our Hyundai plus $1,500. We were working with the manager we know well, so feel comfortable this was their best offer (and they let us walk). That was compared to Q's advice of $1,000 BACK to us for the deal.
We saw the Audi A3 at the Acura dealer while we were checking out the TSX. After some back and forth, we got to a deal of our Hyundai plus $1,000 for the A3 (2008 FWD, Auto, 37k miles).
Not to say we couldn't find a better deal on a Jetta, but the deal on the Audi seems to be a better relative value.
Thanks for the feedback!
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Am I to take that as it is indeed a good deal on the Audi? : )
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Miles are ultra-low compared to the others that have gone through. Closest had 48k miles and reported as above average. That got $14k. The only blue one had 74k and got $13,600.
so I think it is a real strong offer.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
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Is the Mini Convertible a better buy at this price point? Am I missing something out there?
Might not be alot of choose from in Pittsburgh. Winter would be the time to buy it, though. I see a few with mileage in the 50k-70k range in the warmer states that are right around $15k at the block, so your pricepoint could be had from the right dealer at the right time.
Personally, I'd probably take a look at the EOS, too. I'm not sure of the reliability of the folding hardtop, but there are several right around that same auction value for '08s, but with lower miles, such as a silver one with 41k that went through PA recently. This is a 4-cyl Luxury model, BTW. The Komfort model is quite a bit cheaper. That one in PA with 67k only got $11k.
Another favorite of mine is the Volvo C70. Again, you get the hardtop, but you get a more generous back seat. Might be a tad more expensive, depending on the options. I see one with 58k that got $15,500, but one with 52k that hit $17k.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I agree there aren't a ton of any of these out there right now in the Burgh.
We will need a 3rd car next summer. Our options are to buy one of these or lease something small and fun.
Thanks again.
They are both sweet looking rides but an unreliable foreign car is a looming money disaster.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
I shopped arounda lot and the cars you mention couldn't even fit my pre-teen kids.
I gave up and got a Miata. The Chrysler is an option, and the Audi A5 is decent. The rest are penalty boxes, especially the Mini and 1 series.
A neighbor just got a Miata as a toy. And a Miata would be great since it would fit in our garage easily. However, it would be nice if the family could ride in the "toy" every so often.
My 8 and 10 year old boys can ride in the back seat for an "around-town" trip. In fact, they're pretty comfortable - at 6' 3", I'm the one who's punished, since I have to put my seat so far forward.
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Get a Mustang V8, sounds great even when driving slow.
Looking for a retail #, not going to be traded in.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
If you are selling... well, its a Corolla. It would trade for $3500-$4k, auction for $5k, and hit a dealer's lot probably for $8995. I'd be bold and try for $7995, but, when push comes to shove, cutting it loose for $6k has to be an option.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Though... In THIS market, who knows..
-Mathias
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I couldn't even guess as to a number. Check the Z boards and look at what folks are asking for others and price it accordingly.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.ee92042/
Could be out of his range of expertise, but he deals with a lot of oddball vehicles.
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Location: NY
Year/Make/Model: 2010 Prius 4
Body Style: hatchback
Engine: hybrid 4 cylinder
Driveline:
Mileage: 58,000
Color: black/ dark grey
Major Options: solar roof package, Navigation system, Sirus radio, hand-free phone, back up camera, safety connect, illuminated sills, Preferred accessory pkg, leather heated seats
Condition: very good, never had body work, no dents or dings
clean inside
Tires - new 2013
Brakes - good
Maintenance - well maintained at one dealership,
Other: no damage or insurance claims
It might help to know what brand you are looking at.
Your car seems like a pretty good trade in.
KBB says our current Prius should be worth $16,000 for a trade in, while we are only being offered 13,000. The dealer says we could get into the new car for nothing down and a $60 higher monthly payment, but I think we are being taken on the value of our trade in.
Danger, Will Robinson! If you're looking at the monthly payment rather than the individual components, they're probably taking you on the trade in, interest rate, and various other bogus fees.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
Yes, it was. A very very common promotion. I get at least one of those a week, and most are for vehicles I don't even own anymore.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
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Ok, so you want to pay me $35k for a vehicle that you can't currently give away new versions of? Riiigght.
*Excludes specialty vehicles. [pretty confident they'd consider my Leaf a specialty vehicle]
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
Wanted to get everyone's opinon on this deal. Also, on the carfax, in about 15 months the previous owner put on 30,000 miles. Should I be concerned about that?
Carfax here: http://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistory/p/Report.cfx?partner=CBT_4&vin=WDDHF5GB5BA3- 94992&cs:rv=2tPbSxfBxH135lvkvxMwYrf1h2RWpN09G1npL7BxpMz37SVZM3r2
Location: Los Angeles, CA
2011 Mercedes e350
4dr
3.5 liter 6 cylinder
RWD
34,000 miles
silver
P1 package and AMG sport package
asking $32k
Good deal?
Also, is there a best time of year to buy used/CPO vehicles? Time when most vehicles come off lease possibly...I am thinking summer? I can wait on my purchase so that is why I ask.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
As long as it has those things, the price is actually a good one for CPO. Even for non-CPO, my target on the car would be $30-31k. So only ~$1500 more for CPO is good.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S