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Location: Metro Detroit, Michigan
Year/Make/Model: 1998 Honda Prelude SH
Body Style: 2dr
Engine: 2.0 liter, 4 cylinder, 5 speed manual - The only way it came
Driveline: FWD
Mileage: 75,000
Color: Black exterior and interior
Major Options: None - Everything came standard
Condition:
Details of interior and exterior, including dings, scratches etc. - Fair/Good - Shines up nice. Has some chips on the hood from rocks. The windshield has seen a bit of sandblasting over the years.
Tires - Good - They have maybe another 15,000 plus left on them
Brakes - They work
Maintenance - All required/scheduled maintenance has been done
Other: Indicate prior damage/insurance claims, repaints, etc. - Rear quarter panel and driver's door was repaired and painted by the dealer. They could have done a better paint job on the quarter panel.
The car drives great and has been trouble-free. I'm debating on whether to keep it or trade it for a new toy.
Trying to get rid of:
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GT
61k miles
silver, all power, no dents or dings
auto climate control
cloth interior
sunroof
new tires
all maintanence by the book
Trying to buy:
2003 Chrysler T&C LX (long wheel base)
3.8L / FWD
45k miles
silver
power drivers seat, power doors, locks
cloth interior
newer tires
overall good condition
Dealer is asking $14,600 for the van. Whats a fair difference with my trade in?
Thanks in advance
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Don't you live down the street from Laverne and Shirley..?
In Beer town we have a 00 Pontiac GP GT (4 door..??) ... miles are low for the year, the color is good anywhere, cloth interior, slider, deep sneaks and you say the service is up to date ..... no paint, no soccer Mom interior, no wars at Wendy's..? .. if so .. then trade side, in and around the super tall $5's low/mid $6's ....
The TC has lower miles, it's an LX, good color and newer tires .... (dual breeze.?) if it's a nice one, and the dealer didn't have to drop a bunch a money into it, then it probably hits the table at around the $12ish figure ..... fair difference figure for both.? in and around the $7,5ish zipcode ....
Don't forget to let me know ....................... :shades:
Terry.
1999 Mazda Millenia (base engine)
4 door
93000 miles
Black with beige leather interior
alloy wheels
sunroof
heated seats and mirrors
upgraded stereo
power seats (passenger also)
has maybe 10 small dings caused by kids playing basketball in the driveway and mall parking lots(nothing bigger then a credit card)
interior is in good to excellent condition
engine light is on(O2 sensor)
has issues with heat getting warm and can't change the air flow settings.
tires are new
rear brakes need replacing
Thanks!
This is for my neighbor in the back. He asked to park this in my side yard as I live on a much busier street. Told him I would ask you for value. Needs to sell because of another baby and need for a van.
2001 BMW X5 AWD SUV 3.0i
White (Black leather
interior)
All available options except for Xenon (sp?) headlights
Nice looking SUV with new tires.
46,900 miles
Clean shiny paint with very very minor stone chips.
Clean inside
Avon, Oh (Far West side of Cleveland)
Service up to date at BMW dealer, don't know about brakes
3K left on extended warranty.
He put $27,900 in the window and has had a few lookers this week, but no serious bites
Thanks in advance.
Tom
(Still love the 02 Avalon you helped me on 2 years ago!!)
This is for a friend. Have not seen the car yet, let's assume it's clean.
http://www.craigslist.com/pen/car/73658266.html
2003 Nissan Sentra GXE Sedan
1.8L Automatic
Blue-gray ext, gray int.
12K miles.
Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
AM/FM/CD Stereo
Let's say it's clean (no hits/runs/fries/kisses)
Located in San Jose, CA.
Dealer asking 10995.
Thank you!
Paul
PS: Any other hobbyist out there feel free to chime-in in case or Oracle is too busy. I think my friend is pulling the trigger very soon.
PPS: Terry, I can't afford a Chateau Margaux 1787, how about a bottle of Dom Perignon instaed
#1 - 2001 S2000
Silver over red
27k miles
asking $22k
#2 - 2004 S2000
Black over black
11k miles
asking $27k
Both are stock. What do you think?
Thanks so much for the help.
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2017 911 C4S - 2025 BRZ - 2023 A6 Allroad - 2024 Genesis GV60 - 2019 Cayman
**Suggested Information for posting trade-in values:** ....
Terry.
I agree for $5k the newer '04 with the updates is worth it, but $5k is $5k, so I am hoping to get some info on what the dealer likely has in these two cars.
Let me know what other info I should include. Thanks a bunch.
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2017 911 C4S - 2025 BRZ - 2023 A6 Allroad - 2024 Genesis GV60 - 2019 Cayman
So to save $3k I probably would pass on the 2004 (don't like black cars anyway).
If the 2001 had an in-service date of less than 42 months back you could put a HondaCare warranty on it (up to 7yrs and 100k miles). If it is too old, then at that price I would pass on it. Even if I could warranty it, I might pass at price and miles - lots of LOW mile S2000s around - also the HC warranty is over $1k now for the S.
Someone in the local paper ran a 2001 w/HC warranty and 18k on it for $22k or so recently. I think this is about what I would take for mine - 16k and HC to 7yrs (from new) and 70k miles.
So at the prices shown, I would pass on both of them.
Dennis
I am interested in seeing what Terry has to say...
L-O-C-A-T-I-O-N .................
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Terry.
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2017 911 C4S - 2025 BRZ - 2023 A6 Allroad - 2024 Genesis GV60 - 2019 Cayman
Location: Dallas, TX
Year/Make/Model: 2002 Chevy Trailblazer
Body Style: LT
Engine: Std v6
Driveline: RWD
Mileage:120000
Color: Black/Gray
Major Options: leather, steering wheel controls, nerf bars, rear air controls
Condition:
Paint has chips and dings but is still shiny
Tires - see below
Brakes - good
Maintenance - runs great
Other: Windshield is cracked and the tires should be replaced in the next 6-12 months
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Did I read this right.? ... 120,000 miles.??
Bud .. this ain't no Subaru .....
For starters, if it's a Saab and you can't live without it, then let me recommend leasing that dude .. they have the resale value of 5 day old Mango's .. this way in 30/40 months you can just "turn and burn" it and just go on with something else ....
Well ............... it's a 2wd, it's a LT, V6, black in Dallas (no help), we have some leather, rear breeze, stoppers are good, we have this wavy thing in the windshield and you can see the air in the tires .... other than that, it's like brand new.! ...l.o.l... good description, thank you ...
If the breeze is Polar, the service is from yesterday, we haven't had any collisions at K-Mart, no overnighters at Maaco and no Bonnie and Clyde interior ... then trade side, in and around the mid/tall $8's, "maybe" the low low low low low low $9's on a reeeeaally good day and Pluto and Mars are in the right alignment with Venus ........ the biiiiig miles, the color and all of the other needed stuff are not your friends here ..... maybe you should have gotten a better dating service .?!?
Good luck and don't forget to let me know what happens .......... :sick:
Terry.
Location: Central New Jersey
Year/Make/Model: 2001 Audi A4 1.8T Quattro
Body Style: 4dr
Engine: 1.8 turbo 4-cylinder, 5-speed
Driveline: AWD
Mileage: 53400
Color: dark blue/black interior
Major Options: sport package (includes suspension and 17-inch wheels), moonroof, Xenons, stability control, Bose audio, cold weather package (heated seats, mirrors, ski sack) - pretty much every option available at time of purchase
Condition:
Dirty, but no problems inside or out, except some minor scratches on wheels
Tires - brand new (less than 200 miles)
Brakes - fine
Maintenance - performed according to Audi's schedule, by Audi dealer
Other: Bumper was replaced following low-speed rear-end collision
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Another Naw Jersey patron ..........
It's a 01 Audi A4 1.8T Quattro with 54k ......... we got the no-sale blue, it's a handshaker, we have new round things, bun warmers, we have the Bozo sound, it's a handshaker, slider, we have the blinders, sports stuff and it's a handshaker .. did I mention it has a handshaker.? ... the miles are low for the year, color is kinda ho-hum, we have that movin' around thing between the seats and a little hit to the transom ......
The color doesn't help, the 5 speed is a killer and we have some body work ... still - $10,5 seems a little on the light side .. unless I'm missing something, I'm thinkin' $11,0 maybe even $11,5 ............ $13,0 ..? change the color, don't have some bumper work, no curb burners and drop an automatic in it - and "Wango Tango" you might see $13 ...........
Let me know what happens .......
Terry :shades:
the location of the '99 Mazda Millenia is Central NJ
exterior color is Black with tan leather interior,
Thanks
Blonde's, gheeeeeez .................................................... :sick:
Terry.
Location: Metro Detroit, Michigan
Year/Make/Model: 1998 Honda Prelude SH
Body Style: 2dr
Engine: 2.0 liter, 4 cylinder, 5 speed manual - The only way it came
Driveline: FWD
Mileage: 75,000
Color: Black exterior and interior
Major Options: None - Everything came standard
Condition:
Details of interior and exterior, including dings, scratches etc. - Fair/Good - Shines up nice. Has some chips on the hood from rocks. The windshield has seen a bit of sandblasting over the years.
Tires - Good - They have maybe another 15,000 plus left on them
Brakes - They work
Maintenance - All required/scheduled maintenance has been done
Other: Indicate prior damage/insurance claims, repaints, etc. - Rear quarter panel and driver's door was repaired and painted by the dealer. They could have done a better paint job on the quarter panel.
The car drives great and has been trouble-free. I'm debating on whether to keep it or trade it for a new toy.
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Good description - Tanks.!
In Mo-Town .... the home of Kid Rock and that great golfer Alice Cooper ....... We have a 98 Honda Prelude SH .. the miles are looooow for the year, color is good for the area, "sounds" like some Michigan winters and driving behind some salt trucks ..l.o.l.. the sneaks are alright, the service is been handled, we have some dings and all the nice things that a 9 year old yankee driver has, plus a run and shoot to the rear quarter ......
These little dudes still get some serious $$ ... if it looks and drives like an 01, we have cold breeze ... then trade side, in and around the mid/tall $6's, maybe the low/mid $7's depending on what it looks like ....... me personally, I would run this dudette down Retail Rd .. finish any service, get a glorious detail, have all the service papers stuck to the dash, drop an Excellent 14 day 5/6 liner Ad in the Detroit paper and $9,950 *asking* and kick and scream at $9,0/$9,5 .... but take it ..... spring has sprung up in Michigan, it won't last long - properly done ......
Don't forget to let me know .......!
Terry.
See?? I am growing up..........slowly, lol.
Aka Aka Aka ... they offered you $27,000 for your truck as much as I was offfered 1st row tickets for the new Rolling Stones tour .... now, they could have showed you "$27,0" on paper .. that's why they said "pick out a used truck" this way they could show you anything on paper ... you are such a mooch.! ...l.o.l......
Stay
away
from
the
car
lots
your worse then a little kid ...........
Terry
1999 Mazda Millenia (base engine)
4 door
93000 miles
Black with beige leather interior
alloy wheels
sunroof
heated seats and mirrors
upgraded stereo
power seats (passenger also)
has maybe 10 small dings caused by kids playing basketball in the driveway and mall parking lots(nothing bigger then a credit card)
interior is in good to excellent condition
engine light is on(O2 sensor)
has issues with heat getting warm and can't change the air flow settings.
tires are new
rear brakes need replacing
Thanks!
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Naw Jersey again ... is everyone trading their vehicles in NJ.? .... good description - Thanks.!
This one has close to 100k, the color is good for the area (if it wasn't so banged-up) it probably has the Bozo sound, we have fresh skins, the O2 sensor is coughing up blood (Millenia's are notorious for it), we have cold air with the breeze blowing all over the place, the rear stoppers are weaker than pond water, and you say the interior is in pretty good shape ..... depending on the dealer, trade side .. in and around the mid/high $2's, "might" maybe get some dealer to waddle towards the low low low $3ish figure, if he's "strong like bull" ....
Happy Hunting and let me know what happens .... it's called an update.!
Terry.
has issues with heat getting warm and can't change the air flow settings."
Those two issues would make me run away as a private buyer... The O2 sensor 'cuz the CEL is on, and I wouldn't *know* it's just a lousy O2 sensor... so i would have that fixed before I trade.
And the heat 'cuz the Millenia is a luxury vehicle with automatic climate control (*right*?) and you'll be buying complicated electronic parts from the dealer to get t his fixed.
I'm thinking if you can get the heat and brakes taken care of without braking the bank, you might see just under $5 fairly easily on private sale... not the most popular things under the sun, but a nice big car with elather and stufff... it shouldn't last long an a nice spring weekend.
Just something to think about. Right now it's a rat, and it'll fetch trade $$ accordingly.
-Mathias
This is for my neighbor in the back. He asked to park this in my side yard as I live on a much busier street. Told him I would ask you for value. Needs to sell because of another baby and need for a van.
2001 BMW X5 AWD SUV 3.0i
White (Black leather
interior)
All available options except for Xenon (sp?) headlights
Nice looking SUV with new tires.
46,900 miles
Clean shiny paint with very very minor stone chips.
Clean inside
Avon, Oh (Far West side of Cleveland)
Service up to date at BMW dealer, don't know about brakes
3K left on extended warranty.
He put $27,900 in the window and has had a few lookers this week, but no serious bites
Thanks in advance.
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Clevesburg, huh...? ... hey Tom, what's the deal with your boy Kevin Winslow..? .. what was he thinkin' .?? ..... they "hand" him $40 million, and on the contract is states: No Sky Diving, No Cliff diving, No Nascar racing, No Hand Grenades, No snorting Draino and No Motorcycles .... whats he do.? goes out and buys one and runs into a wall and bust's his leg all up .......
Can we spell: "Goodbye" $40 mill .........? .. maybe he can get a job now as a hot dog vendor .. maybe.
(Still love the 02 Avalon you helped me on 2 years ago!!) -- glad I could help .....
Anyway ....... we have an 47k 01 BMW X5 3.0 awd, we have the white with the black gut's, miles are a little tall for the year, we have a few baby kisses here and there and all the stuff ..... if the rubber is deep, the service is from yesterday, no paint work and the interior doesn't have that 350lb "look" ........ trade side, the dealer probably dropped the mid/tall $22's at him, maybe $23 if he's got a good lookin' sister ........ $27,900.?? the 3.0's are aaaall over the place, the auctions are filled with them - very coooold, especially with the warranty ticking away ...... $26,0 would be aaaall the money on the planet, that's if it needs -0- ..............................
Let me know .!!!!!!!!!
Terry.
2003 Silverado 2500HD 4x4 LS
Charcoal exterior/interior, extended cab, short bed, matching fiberglass shell
6.0 gas engine, AT
26,700 miles
Power captain's chairs, Bose, 6-disc changer, XM, alloy wheels
Excellent condition, interior perfect, possibly a few faint scratches (still need to buff it up)
New tires, brakes look good, well maintained, no squeaks/rattles
Seattle area
NADA and KBB give widely varying values, so I'm not sure what to expect from a dealer appraisal.
This is for a friend. Have not seen the car yet, let's assume it's clean.
http://www.craigslist.com/pen/car/73658266.html
2003 Nissan Sentra GXE Sedan
1.8L Automatic
Blue-gray ext, gray int.
12K miles.
Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
AM/FM/CD Stereo
Let's say it's clean (no hits/runs/fries/kisses)
Located in San Jose, CA.
Dealer asking 10995.
Thank you!
Paul
PS: Any other hobbyist out there feel free to chime-in in case or Oracle is too busy. I think my friend is pulling the trigger very soon.
PS: ........ >Terry, I can't afford a Chateau Margaux 1787, how about a bottle of Dom Perignon instead
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Never mind, Dom gives me a headache .. but I'll take some A&W root beer though .....
Do you know the way to San Jose ....?
I didn't see the Vin# on this one (must be a secret) ..... we have a 03 Nissan Sentra GXE, auto, color looks good, tiny little miles, power pack with the CD and let's hope no runs no hit's or errors ...... dealer probably paid the mid/high $8's for it, "might" have $9ish in it with pack and some service, so figure $9,5 ....... $10,900.? he's not going to Maui for the next 3 weeks on this dude .. maybe $10,5ish ...... very looooow miles, hard to get and hard to find on the Left Coast, most of you guys drive 70 miles just to get a refill on your Cappuccino .....
Don't forget to let me know what happens .!
Terry.
#1 - 2001 S2000
Silver over red
27k miles
asking $22k
#2 - 2004 S2000
Black over black
11k miles
asking $27k
Both are stock. What do you think?
Thanks so much for the help.
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In the land of John Elway ..........
Spring is popping-up all over the Rocky Mountains .. so I'm sure dealers and private sales will be getting a more than average sales price for these ... ......... the 01 is the right color and the miles are low for the year, so the dealer probably paid the strong $18's low $19's for it .... $22.? he's not asking the moon, but I have a feeling $21ish gets it home ....... .....> the 04, *would the miles be 11,393..? and sold at auction on 4/27..??* ...
The miles are low, but the color is a little tuff to sell, probably paid the $23/$24ish figure and $26ish should be all of it on the retail side ..... new ones are going to be $31,0 plus the taxes .. Me personally, I would go with the 01 and save the $11 grand .... you can't use these on ski trips ..l.o.l.... just make sure you do your homework, check the Vin#'s and check the history .. be careful, the cheap ones in the paper are usually the ones that have been at Uncle Bubba's Body and Bait shop ...............
Don't forget the update ......
Terry.
At this point I just want to trade it in and not deal with a private sale, Any idea what I should expect on a trade?
Thanks
depending on the dealer, trade side .. in and around the mid/high $2's, "might" maybe get some dealer to waddle towards the low low low $3ish figure, if he's "strong like bull" ....
High $2k, low $3's...
By the way, the Saab 92x Aero is awesome.
Thanks for all of your help on this.....
Needing an approx. trade in value for a '98 Ford Mustang convertible 2d RWD.(Lafayette, Louisiana)
- 3.6L V6
-Green with light brown cloth interior
- 84300 miles
- perfect interior, with minor scratches on back bumper and a 2 by 4 inch paint
fade patch on left front fender.
- AM/FM/single cd player
- a/c, power windows, locks, driver's seat and cruise control
- rear spoiler
- Mach sound system
Thanks for your time!
Thanks for the honest feedback. I had to opportunity to run to a few dealerships today and get their appraisal of the Trailblazer. The best offer that I received was $9250 from a local Saab dealer. So that puts your estimate spot on (that would be the one with the planets in line).
With the GM family pricing that I can receive, the other vehicle would be $18900 +TTL for a 9-2X Aero with premium package. That is about $10,000 off a (inflated) MSRP, which will temporarily offset the negative equity that we will be carrying over. The decision for my wife and I is whether or not the resale value of the Saabaru will tank or if it will be about the same as it's cousin the WRX wagon.
Decisions....Decisions
Year/Make/Model: 1996/Acura/Integra
Body Style: 4door
Engine: 1.8 4cyl
Driveline: FWD
Mileage:138k
Color: Green/beige
Hi, I have a 96 Integra
(original owner, LS, 4-door, manual, 138k miles) -
finally decided to replace it,
dealer originally wanted to give me $1000,
finally upped it to $1500. I was thinking more like $2200.
Mechanically in great shape, cosmetically so-so, which was the
dealer's justification for the low price. Green, with a few dings and
scratches and one melon-sized dent on the left front fender.
One very small rust spot beneath the gas cap. Lots of stains on
the upholstery. New windshield, new rear brakes (calipers/rotors),
new timing belt @90k, changed oil every 3750, fairly new tires.
Original clutch which I assume will need to be replaced sometime soon.
The GM dealer offered $25k for my Titan against an 05 Yukon XL at invoice minus rebates. Problem there was I wasn't particularly fond of driving a soccor mom mobile and passed on it. Now I'm glad I did, the Titan did great (go figure after the last performance) with the travel trailer.
Congratulations on the new car (I think) .... $5,500.? .. like "Aka" in one of the above posts, the dealer can show you anything on paper .. he probably dropped $3,0 (or less) into this dude and showed the rest on paper ......
Remember, when trading vehicles: "the only difference, that makes the difference .. IS the difference" - whether it comes out of the left pocket or the right pocket, it comes out of the same pair of pants ~ your car and "X" amount of bucks ..... all that said ..l.o.l... I still think you did pretty good, it's not like Aero's are burning down any barn doors right now, it's a demo and they get factory support, so I'm sure the dealer was lookin' to cut and run from this Twilight Zone ......
Enjoy and thanks for the update ......
Terry.
Well ... the Subu's are stronger than the 101st Airborne in a fire fight when it comes to resale value .. the Saabs, well they're kinda like milk toast and pond water .... even though the "books" show a big number on Saab's, try getting it on trade/sale time - it's like having a painless root canal ..... but ya gotta do what ya gotta do to make the ol' lady happy, no matter what it costs ..l.o.l.... ..... whats the pay-off on the Trailblazer.?
Terry :shades:
2003 Silverado 2500HD 4x4 LS
Charcoal exterior/interior, extended cab, short bed, matching fiberglass shell
6.0 gas engine, AT
26,700 miles
Power captain's chairs, Bose, 6-disc changer, XM, alloy wheels
Excellent condition, interior perfect, possibly a few faint scratches (still need to buff it up)
New tires, brakes look good, well maintained, no squeaks/rattles
Seattle area
NADA and KBB give widely varying values, so I'm not sure what to expect from a dealer appraisal.
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Good morning Seattle ...................
Sounds like it "could" be a nice one ..... we have an 03 Cheby Silverado three-quarter ton HD, fore by fore (I have a 8am tee time) LS with the Ecab .... the miles are low for the year (actually, any year) the color works, it's a short bed, we have a matching hat, big motor, quads, the Bozo sound, (there's that word "excellent" again - no such thing) we have new round things and you say it's in pretty darn good shape ......
If there's no paintwork, no I drove thru a herd of Mooses's's's, no Swiss Army knife interior and you didn't use it as a canoe for Salmon fishing (and it's as clean as you think it is) ...... then trade side, in and around the low/mid $20ish figure, might "maybe" get a dealer to scroll towards the $21 figure, maybe ....... these things still get some real $$, I've seen "clean" ones with 100,000 miles get $10k+ (American money) so it will depend on the dealer .. lets face it, most Bimmer dealers will look at it and go "duh" and have no idea of what to do with it ........ down Retail Rd.? super clean-up, super Ad, super history and $23,900 *asking* and it goes away at $22,5/$23,5 .... nice truck, but you guys get tax savings on the difference in Washington - right.? might make a better trade .....
I have an interest in this one, so let me know what happens .. I have friends in Seattle and Tacoma, so if I don't hear back, you could get a visit from the guys in the black hats ............. :surprise:
Terry.
Needing an approx. trade in value for a '98 Ford Mustang convertible 2d RWD.(Lafayette, Louisiana)
- 3.6L V6
-Green with light brown cloth interior
- 84300 miles
- perfect interior, with minor scratches on back bumper and a 2 by 4 inch paint
fade patch on left front fender.
- AM/FM/single cd player
- a/c, power windows, locks, driver's seat and cruise control
- rear spoiler
- Mach sound system
Thanks for your time!
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Home of the Ragin' Caguns, right..? ........ we have a 98 "Stang" convert with 85k ... we have the no-sale green thing going on (but the right interior) miles a kinda maybe low for the year, we have the V6, auto.? we have the power pack, tunes, spoiler and some kind of Mach Snell kinda thing ...... if the rubber is deep, the paint isn't all burned off, the breeze is cold, the top doesn't have that "drive by shooting" look, and it looks/feels and drives like a 02 ..... then trade side, in and around the mid/high $3's, maybe the low low low low $4's -- if it needs stuff start deducting ....
If this is real nice one, then down Retail Rd it should go .. finish any service, get with the Dukes of Detail, great 4/5 liner Ad in the big paper and all the service history a blowin' in the wind and $6,900 *asking* and "convert" that thing to money at $5,9/$6,5 ..... in your area, with all of those students and faculty it shouldn't last long ....
Don't forget the update .........................!
Terry.
2001 Elantra GLS
113,000 miles
5 speed
New Tires
ALL regular maintenance
No mechanical trouble
This car has performed exceptionally well with no trouble. Just time to get into something a little bigger.
Will dealers be willing to offer anything or should I just run an ad and park it on the corner with a big sign.
Thanks
Location: Boston
Year/Make/Model: Mazda MPV ES 2000
Mileage: 71,000
Color: Black
This is the ES line with leather, premium sound, six-disk changer, premium security, roof rack etc.
A few minor dents and scratches on the body of the car. Tires have some life left, but less than 50%. Brakes are fine.
Need to have the catalytic converter replaced, but otherwise in good mechanical condition. Should I do the repair or not bother?
Thanks.
Take care.
Location: Gate City, VA
2001 Yukon XL
SLT
5.3L 8 cylinder auto
4WD
63,000 miles
White exterior, Tan leather interior
luggage rack, running boards, XM, Onstar, and husky liners
new tires, fuel pump, brakes, and front windshield (rock hit it)
very clean (some carpet stains in second row)
a few scratches on the front right quarter panel where wife couldn't pull in the garage straight.
Thanks!
Sorry for taking to long to get you the update. Been out motoring in the MINI Cooper S.
I followed you advice and got a super-fine detail (they repainted the front bumper so no more scratch marks) It looked great.
When I got the Jag in 2000, I had a red '92 Lexus SC400 to sell. I sold it to a friend. So I thought I'd try the Amazon.com ploy and sent him an email: "As someone who has purchased a red car from Roger in the past, you might be interested in..." I described the car and said I was asking $21,900 per your suggestion.
Turns out he had bee looking for a nice car for his wife. Two days after I sent the email I took the car to his house so he & his wife could look it over. An hour later he said he wanted it. I said I'd take $21,500 since I didn't have to advertise it. He wrote me a check for $22,000. The car had 8,018 miles.
Thanks again for your help.
Roger.
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Hi Terry,
Apparently, my initial post fell victum to the computer munchies.
Also nochmal mit gefuhl,
Location: Santa Monica, CA
2000 Jaguar S-Type 4.0L
4dr
V8 RWD
Mileage: 7,877 miles
Carnival Red exterior/Cashmere(tan) interior
Moon roof, Nav, Premium sound, reverse park control, sport package
The car is in very good condition. There's a small spot on the right front bumper
where it met a tall curb. Never been to K-Mart and no french fries have danced across the seats.
However, a soccer mom has been a passenger on occasion.
What can I expect on a trade-in and what should I ask if I sell it?
Thanks,
Roger.
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"nochmal mit gefuhl" -- again, there is no bones in ice cream.??? ......... ok, gotcha .....
Back to the Jag stuff .... 7,900 miles.? .. Whoa, low low low low low low miles (did I say low.?)
What, did you keep this thing tucked away in a earthquake-proof crystal cylinder..? .. right color for the area, Nav, slider, back-up beep beep, tunes, sport pack and you say it's in very good condition, except for the curb burner .... If ~ no repaints, no touch-ups, no Swiss Army knives in the seats: then trade side, in and around the super ultra tall $15's, low/mid/high $16's, might maybe "could" see a dealer dive over the $17 figure, maybe .. the only thing that might hold this back, is the color .. folks love to look/touch and see the Carnival Red's, it's the buying part that makes them scarce ...
Down Retail Rd, finish any service, a visit to the Dukes of Detail, a glorious 5/6 liner Fat Daddy Ad in the Big paper, $21,900 *asking* and cut and run at the first $20,5/$21,5 .... if it's a nice one, I bet it won't last long on the Left Coast ..
Don't forget to give me the update on this one, I will be real interested in what figures you'll be seeing ..............
Terry.
Philadelphia,Pa.
What's the real world trade value on this? Again, it's 2003 LX with running boards and a 2.7 liter V6 and presently, 33,800 miles. The only option I passed on was the sunroof.
Thanks!