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*Also, what would the benefit of slapping new shoes on her be? Would I see a return on investment for doing that, or is it pretty moot if I'm trading tomorrow?*
Wondering if you can give me a trade in value for the following...
2003 Murano SL
Silver outside... black inside
2WD
Central FL (Tampa/Orlando)
just under 31k miles
Premium Package (Leather guts, sunroof, Bose 6 disc sound system, power everything, HID headlights)... No Nav, DVD or Traction Control, though
a small ding on each side of her... plus the front driver's corner of the bumper has a pretty good scrape in it from a parking lot pole, but not a hole or anything though. Also, the car has a few paint chips on the front end (the paint on the Murano is so thin!)
Tires are original and pretty worn (about 75% maybe)... Alternator is less than 500 miles old and, other than the few mishaps mentioned above, she has been babied and Zainoed since day one, so the paint really shines when clean.
I've got a dealer making me a great offer on a vehicle if I buy by Monday... trying to get in there in Sunday, because of Halloween. If you can't respond by then, no biggie! kbb shows about $19,500 and that doesn't sound too bad, but I want to make sure I get my full value for it.
Also, what would the benefit of slapping new shoes on her be? Would I see a return on investment for doing that, or is it pretty moot if I'm trading tomorrow?
You've helped me before and I really appreciate it, Terry! Thanks!!!
~vg
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Halloween .....? oooh, scary ..................
in Bucks territory .... we have a 03 Murano SL 2WD .. the miles are low low low, the exterior color is good, the interior color is bad, we got the Bozo sound, slider, Prem pack, hydes, HID, the rubber has left the building, we have some baby kisses and a few love bug attacks ......... trade side, in and around the super tall $18's low/mid $19's depending on the dealer ... leave the rubber alone, a dealer can drop $250 and have it done and $150/$200 for the scrape .....
Happy hunting, happy Halloween and let me know what happens ..... by the way, what are you trading for and whats the pay-off ....?
Terry.
The wife and I decided to go fun and get a convertible... right now were both torn between a Crossfire (for the two seater speed demon in us both) and a Solara (for the sensible, yet fun loving refined demon in us both).
I figured the Solara would be a problem to negotiate on, since they are in such high demand, but the salesguy was offering me sub $30k for one without me even working on them. The Crossfire is no sweat, because they want to sell those so bad they are slitting their own throats to move them...
If you didn't have to worry about hauling kids around, which would you choose? Obviously the Toyota will be reliable and it's almost Lexus-ish... but the Crossfire is such a fun car to look at and to drive... It's apples to oranges, I know...
We've got much less than 19k to pay off on the Mo, so no sweat there. *phew*!
Thanks a ton for your input and replying so quickly, Terry!!
~vg
*Obviously the Toyota will be reliable and it's almost Lexus-ish*
... then the advice has to be to get a Crossfire. Used.
-Mathias
Had to move things back til tomorrow... I appreciate everyone's input so far. Thanks!
~vg
WBAEV53424KM05402
'04 BMW 330i 4 door sedan, 3.0 six, 6 speed, 15k miles, Red over grey alcantra mouse-fur. ZHP Performance Package, which includes Sport Package bits plus other stuff, Premium Package (roof, etc.)
I haven't seen it, but let's say it's condition is what to expect for a 15k bimmer. The highway Toyota dealer website it's at links to a supposedly clean Carfax. The asking price is $31,995, which is significantly below others of same year and more miles. O what say Terry on a real transaction price? TIA
You the man, someone sent me over to this board to get your advise. I have a '96 Lexus GS300 with 114K miles. The car is clean has all options including the "gold" package. One minor ding between the LR fender well and the rear door, it is hardly noticable. Approx 20% of the rubber left.
I am considering trading the car in and have looked at a variety of sources for trade-in value. Everything I have seen says $5,500 to $6,800 for a dealer trade-in. Went shopping on Saturady for a VW Passat and the dealer first offered me $3,800 and said they could come up to $4,500 but that was the final offer.
I live in Northern New Jersey, any idea of the value?
Thanks for your help.
2000 Honda Accord
EX Coupe
3.0 Liter V6, Automatic
77,000 miles
Dark Green Exterior, Tan Leather Interior
Sunroof, power driver seat, power windows, locks, air, CD (single), AC
New brakes (all 4) 4,000 miles ago
Tires 20% worn
Oil changed every 4,000 miles
Transmission, radiator serviced a few months ago
Interior is clean, but not spotless, driver's seat is worn on the outside seam
Now the bad news
She's started her first job and has that new car itch. I'm trying to get her to wait until spring, but she wants to get some idea of what her car is worth. I'm trying to decide, trade or private sale. I know the color, accidents and exterior condition are no help.
Thanks for all your help.
WBAEV53424KM05402
'04 BMW 330i 4 door sedan, 3.0 six, 6 speed, 15k miles, Red over grey alcantra mouse-fur. ZHP Performance Package, which includes Sport Package bits plus other stuff, Premium Package (roof, etc.)
I haven't seen it, but let's say it's condition is what to expect for a 15k bimmer. The highway Toyota dealer website it's at links to a supposedly clean Carfax. The asking price is $31,995, which is significantly below others of same year and more miles I've seen on advertised elsewhere. O what say Terry on a real transaction price? TIA
I'm just hoping to get an expert's opinion -
Location: St. Louis, MO
Year/Make/Model: 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo
Body Style: SUV
Engine: V6 automatic
Driveline: 4WD
Mileage: 70,000
Color: Sandstone (Darker gold)
Major Options: leather, both front seats power and heated, premium sound with 10 disc changer (all factory), power sunroof, power heated mirrors, Electrochromatic Rear View Mirror, auto on/off headlights, overhead console, alarm, sunscreen glass
Condition:
- Body and paint are in good shape (no accidents), interior kept clean
- Tires – have 20,000 miles on them, brakes in good order
- Maintenance – regular checks/fluid changes
- Other - no prior damage/insurance claims or repaints
Edmunds TMV Trade - $7,092
Also wondering if there would be a significant advantage to waiting until Dec-Jan-Feb (winter driving season) to trade in an SUV.
Thanks! This is a great resource.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
Orange County California
2006 Honda Accord EX-L Sedan
4cyl/Auto
Silver/Black Leather
Sunroof, power everything, cd changer, bun warmers, Power drivers seat.
2k miles.
Thanks for your help.
thanks,
My brother is looking to trade his SUV for a Bimmer. Here's the details:
*2001 Ford Expedition 2WD
*"No Boundaries" edition (sorta between an Eddie Bauer and XLT)
*Black ext with grey leather int
*4.6L V8
*73K miles
*All the usual power goodies you'd find on an XLT
*Custom Sony CD stereo system
*17" alloy wheels
*Trailer Tow
*3rd row seat
*Newish tires
*No accidents
*French fry invasions have been cleaned up quickly so interior is very nice for a family hauler
*A few minor dings and scratches on the paint but otherwise paint is nice and glossy. Vehicle is garaged at night.
*Maintenance is perfect. He works for a NASCAR team so he knows his wrenches from his spark plugs. Synthetic oil, frequent tire rotations, etc etc.
*In metro Charlotte (natch)
I got a line on an MDX of the color/model/year that is more or less exactly what I've been looking for. Worked out a deal, but haven't yet signed papers. Need info fast. The question now is... am I nuts?
Okay, the obvious answer to that is, yes, but am I nuts for this particular deal.
Outside bean town
1999 CR-V EX
5MT and AWD
113K miles
Silver
Added roof rack, alarm, tow hitch, and heated moo hides
In clean condition (minor scratches, one ding)
Tires 'bout 50% worn
Brakes and everything else are good.
2 rear-enders! But no damage to painted parts (muffler and bumper skin have been replaced)
Trading for a 2004 MDX Touring in silver with 33K miles. No options. Very clean condition.
The dealer is offering me $6,000 for the CR-V and selling the MDX for an even $32K.
*If you take the Toyota vs. Chrysler argument to its logical conclusion....
... then the advice has to be to get a Crossfire. Used*
2004 Honda Accord EX V6
non-navi
Black exterior/tan leather
Options are:
17-inch wheels from 6-speed coupe (stock are 16s)
tint
rear lip spoiler.
Miles: 20k
Location: Houston
Car is in very good condition, and is always garage kept.
Thanks, Chris
Wondering if you can give me a trade in value for the following...
2003 Murano SL
Silver outside... black inside
2WD
Central FL (Tampa/Orlando)
just under 31k miles
Premium Package (Leather guts, sunroof, Bose 6 disc sound system, power everything, HID headlights)... No Nav, DVD or Traction Control, though
a small ding on each side of her... plus the front driver's corner of the bumper has a pretty good scrape in it from a parking lot pole, but not a hole or anything though. Also, the car has a few paint chips on the front end (the paint on the Murano is so thin!)
Tires are original and pretty worn (about 75% maybe)... Alternator is less than 500 miles old and, other than the few mishaps mentioned above, she has been babied and Zainoed since day one, so the paint really shines when clean.
I've got a dealer making me a great offer on a vehicle if I buy by Monday... trying to get in there in Sunday, because of Halloween. If you can't respond by then, no biggie! kbb shows about $19,500 and that doesn't sound too bad, but I want to make sure I get my full value for it.
Also, what would the benefit of slapping new shoes on her be? Would I see a return on investment for doing that, or is it pretty moot if I'm trading tomorrow?
You've helped me before and I really appreciate it, Terry! Thanks!!!
~vg
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Halloween .....? oooh, scary ..................
in Bucks territory .... we have a 03 Murano SL 2WD .. the miles are low low low, the exterior color is good, the interior color is bad, we got the Bozo sound, slider, Prem pack, hydes, HID, the rubber has left the building, we have some baby kisses and a few love bug attacks ......... trade side, in and around the super tall $18's low/mid $19's depending on the dealer ... leave the rubber alone, a dealer can drop $250 and have it done and $150/$200 for the scrape .....
Happy hunting, happy Halloween and let me know what happens ..... by the way, what are you trading for and whats the pay-off ....?
Terry.
FOLLOW UP:
Well, I worked the local Toyota dealer via phone and fax regarding the price. I had a potential buyer of the car (was going to sell it for about $21k to a friend) fall through at the last minute, so I dropped the Murano in as a trade at the last minute.
Worked the Solara down to $600 over invoice before TTL and then watched as the manager of the place tried to low ball me at $17k for the Mo. After a polite arguement over their numbers, he went back and offered me $18,500 instead. Seeing as how I got more than I was looking for on the new side, I figured I was making out like a bandit and agreed.
Thanks to EVERYONE who offered advice on this deal. It is greatly appreciated!!
~vg
This one is tough because of a rebuilt engine. Does this add or subtract value? Anyway...
Durham, NC
1998 Chevy Blazer LT 4WD
4DR Wagon
Vortec 4300 V6 OHV 12V SFI Engine
100K Miles
White exterior/Beige leather interior
Options: Towing package, underbody shield package, roof rack, running boards, bug deflector, side window deflectors plus everything that comes standard with the LT package (basically loaded except for a sunroof).
Condition: Very good. Paint looks new. Small dent in the rear bumper on the far right. Tires with 12K miles on them. Well maintained.
Other: Rebuilt engine at 71K miles. Runs great without any problems. Airbag light comes on intermittently.
My wife thinks we can get $6,500 but I think she is off her gourd. I would be happy with $5K. Your opinion is appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
It is a low top conversion van. It has:
1999 Chevy Express Conversion Van they asking $10,000
30004 zip code (ga, near atlanta, ga)
Sherrod EVO I Conversion Package
brown/beige/taupe color
80k miles
no tv, dvd, etc.
not a high top
has quad seating
sofa seats in the back
power seats
cloth interior
Rear Air
Supposed to be extended size
towing package
running boards
alloy wheels
good tires
minor wear (good condition, not excellent)
mechanical good
never wrecked
5.7 V8
:confuse:
In the land of the Falcons ... we have a 2004 Honda Odyssey EX-RES with 16,000 short miles ............. the color is right, no soccer Mom interior, no affairs at Maaco, good color and no battles at K-mart ........ trade side, in and around the mid/high $20ish figure, might maybe see the low low low low low low $21 figure .....
Now, we want to flip the 04 Ody for the 03 MDX..? ....... the MDX has 55k (kinda tall) good color, nav, rubber is kinda deep and you "think" it's pretty fat daddy for an 03 ....... the dealer might have paid the super tall $22's, low low $23's for it ... figure a this and that (no CPO.?) and it might hit the table at the tall $23's low low $24's .... figure a little profit - and you might be trading for your Ody and in and around the $4ish figure ...... I think you're going backwards .... what are they asking ....?
We did the deal. They gave us $21000 for the Odyssey EX-RES with 16k and sold us the MDX Touring with 55k for $22300. Total difference $1300.
On a side note, it appears my dear husband is FINALLY ready to sell his LS. Carmax offered $5500 for an immaculate 94 Lexus LS400 Anniversary Edition with 126k. The car has new tires, white exterior with tan leather. Nakamichi, heated seats, traction, 6-disc changer. Should we take it an run or sell it private party?
The LS ....? .. $5,500 is fair, very fair .. that said, LS's get some serious $$ even on the Retail side with big miles (small miles for the year) that's why the dealer isn't afraid of it .....
Me personally.? .. I would run this dude down Retail Rd .. serviced, paperwork, super bath, BIG Ad, blah-blah-blah and: $8,900 *asking* and cut it loose for $8/$8,5 ..... big market on these, maybe the 21 year old kid, maybe the 45 year old guy in his mid-life crisis, could even be the retired guy that wants the big name and the reliability ..... unlike the risk of a Benz or Bimmer ..l.o.l.....
Terry.
3.0 6 cylinder auto
blk with grey interior, 76700 miles
good condition has been detailed
5000 miles on tires & brakes are good
Would appreciate trade in, private party value.
Looking for a vehicle to yank a boat around. Thank You.
"We did the deal. They gave us $21000 for the Odyssey EX-RES with 16k and sold us the MDX Touring with 55k for $22300. Total difference $1300."
Me too. Picked mine up last night. We traded the 5MT CR-V (115K miles) for $6K. Drove away with a 2004 MDX-t (33K miles) for $32K. Probably not the best deal I could have gotten, but I don't think I got ripped (right?).
Maybe we'll bump into one another at the next MDX rally.
Anyway, I was overly optimistic on the value of our MDX, and so the price differential is higher than expected on doing this deal. My wife and I decided that we should maybe just "make do" and keep the MDX. Then, wouldn't you know it, we finally get a call on the MDX from a buyer who may be interested at $29k (meeting with him tomorrow), and the dealer called back with another $500 on the trade, offering $26,000 (apparently the Acura dealer now has a live one). 8.1% tax savings puts that pretty close to the $29k private party sale.
So, perhaps the smart thing to do is to just keep our current ride (it usually is, isn't it?), but I told my wife if we do want the van, this is a good deal. We'll see.
All the advice given out here is invaluable. Thanks.
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2017 911 C4S - 2025 BRZ - 2023 A6 Allroad - 2024 Genesis GV60 - 2019 Cayman
Who knows, they might do it. You already left the dealership.
04 Honda Accord LX
4dr sedan 4 cylinder automatic with less than 5k miles
Desert Mica I think (gold metallic) and beige cloth
neither of the 2 options Honda offered
no dents, no scratches, no paint, smells new
sits in the garage most of the time
80yr old mother-in-law sorry she didn't get more bells and whistles
now that she's got a new hip, she's ready to rock and roll. . .lol
I think it's 19 months old so plenty of warranty left
Trade-in value? Private sale probably not an option. Thanks.
Location: Detroit Metro area
1995 Pontiac Bonneville SE
3.8L V6 FWD
Mileage: 104k
Color: Green/Charcoal interior
Options: Power drivers seat, p/w, p/l, not much else
Condition:
- Bought the car in Texas three years ago with only 40k miles on it. No rust anywhere
- All fluids maintained per manuf. maintenance schedule
- Tires at 50%
- In the last few months: New shocks, new intake plenum, new engine computer, alignment, rad flush.
- Has cracked windshield, I have not fixed it because it's on the passenger side only
- Paint in good condition, very few door dings/scratches, definitely above average for a 1995.
- Interior is also nice, no french fries, sucker sticks, or bubble gum
I'm thinking asking $3k and cut her loose at $2,5. Is this a fair asking price or should I aim higher/lower?
Thanks!
Sterling Heights, MI (Detroit Metro)
2003 Ford F-150 Supercrew Lariat 4x4
5.4L/auto
33500 miles
(no sale)Dark Green out, tan leather in
Options: moonroof, captains chairs, heated front seats, power pedals, power rear slider, LSD, FX4 off road package, towing package
Extras: side steps, soft bed cover, 2-way remote starter, plastic drop-in bedliner, 3M Scotchcal hood/roof
Tires - 33" BFG AT's 50%
Brakes original and solid
Oil changes 3000-3500
All service records which have been minimal
Body perfect - no dings
I'm interested in trade in and private party values should be. Edmunds TMV gives me $18.7k/$20.4k.
Thanks!
Live in Omaha, Kansas City area. Car is pristine, garaged over last winter, 16K miles, all books records(clean). Has leather seat option and blue paint.
Thanks for your help.
Ethan
Year/Make/Model: 2005 Infiniti G35
Body Style: 4dr sedan
Engine: 3.5 liter V6 cylinder, automatic
Driveline: RWD
Mileage: 3,150
Color: Silver exterior, with gray leather interior
Major Options: Sunroof, no Bose, no Navi
Condition: As new, no dings, no scratches, no wear
Other: No prior damage or anything else weird
I am willing to put my Tag Heuer in the glovebox for the right price
A cracked windshield will indicate to any buyer that the car has not been taken care of properly. Plus it will not pass any safety inspection. Most insurance companies will not insure it until the glass is replaced.
$3000 is fair asking after a good detail and the windshield fixed, should see $2500 in short order. Might even get the full $3000+ if it had nearly new tires and a full inspection on the seat by a good ASC mechanic along with the windshield fixed. Shouldn't last long if done right and not over priced for the market. At $3,000 you might not even need an ad in the paper if it were ready to sell and drive. Just put the for sale sign in it when you go shopping at Wal-mart and any high school sporting events, making sure it is parked were it will be well visible.
I've sold a number of cars with cracked windshields. I've been willing to deduct from my asking price for the cost of a replacement window, but not $1500 off. Many states don't have safety inspections. I don't know about the sellers state. When I insure a car my insurance company has never asked me about the windshield.
Not necessarily. I know up here in Alaska you could have the windshield replaced, drive 1/2 mile and it'll be broken again. Vehicles in Alaska tend to drive around with the "Alaskan" windshield, it just gets too expensive to replace it every time it gets cracked. I'm sure there are other states that are the same way. Insurance companies up here don't even ask about the windshields anymore.
Cracked windshields (as does a very dirty car) on an otherwise nice looking car indicate to most buyers no pride in ownership, hence the car may be beat up where you cannot see it. Especially when a windshield is under $300 for most domestic vehicles installed!!!! You either want it to be an easy sale for the most money, or you want to unload the beater to the first buyer with any kind of cash offer in hand.
A 10 year old Domestic with 100K. The only way to get top dollar for the car is to make it look like it is worth top dollar. Otherwise you are feeding to the market of someone who needs a car today and has usually one maybe two paychecks worth of cash on hand.
As for the windshield being cracked. It is a clear safety violation in virtually all States that you can be pulled over by the police. Get a mechanical safety violation ticket, it gets reported even if you fix it, your insurance could go up, if you do not fix it usually within 30 days, you also have to pay the fine.
Alaska's market doesn't count. This car lives in the upper midwest.
prz614@aol.com
No, the original poster will be having the heart attack when Terry posts his answer.
I really like the MDX. Drives great for something of it's size and the 3.5L is plenty peppy for daily driving.
I would be suprised if the actual cash value after a used car manager appraises the trade in is over $6,000.
The Kia dealer has used 2005 Spectras that were ex-rentals and less than 20K on them advertised all the time for $7,999. The 2004s are advertised for usually $5,999.
I want to trade in my 2000 nissan frontier 4x4 xe king cab.. its a 5 speed,58000 miles, very good condition inside and out. tires are pretty worn. matching cap(about $1000). I want to trade in for 2006 titan. Just wondering also if you usually get more for trade in like a nissan for nissan at a nissan dealership as opposed to nissan for a ford at a ford dealership. would appreciate any comments on the value. thanks
Many Thanks!!!
Atlanta, GA
2003 Mustang GT convertible automatic
Mileage: 15750
Color: black/black
am/fm single CD, ac/heat, cruise control, pwr. driver seat, tilt wheel, traction control/speed control, pwr. windows & locks, dual front air bags, rear spoiler, ABS, alloy wheels
Terry said:
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$15,900 *asking* and cry and whimper at $14,5/$15,0 .. but take it ...... if he does it right, he'll sell it quickly ... if he nickels and dimes it, then so will be the offers ... clean cars get clean money and dirty cars get .. well, sometimes ya hafta to make a planter out of em' ...
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You may want to increase your stake in any potting soil companies you hold. He had it detailed, then started at $17,500. He's now down to $16,500 and is still complaining about the lowballers.
Depreciation hurts, but pride hurts more.
Ok, just sold my old (2002) accord and bought a new....of course the minute I buy a new car I get a new job with a company car. How much is getting out of this one going to hurt me Terry?
Orange County California
2006 Honda Accord EX-L Sedan
4cyl/Auto
Silver/Black Leather
Sunroof, power everything, cd changer, bun warmers, Power drivers seat.
2k miles.
Thanks for your help.
I live in Saint Louis, Missouri. I have a 2005 Jeep Liberty Limited 3.7 liter engine, 4WD, automatic, with every option and upgrade except the navigation system. It has 13,000 miles on it and I keep it in a show room condition, and I also bought the extended warranty with maintenance and oil changes. There is nothing wrong with the car, I just dont like it. I wanted to know what price I could expect as a trade in? I wanted to take advantage of not paying another $1,300 in sales tax, or do you think I would do better selling it on the street? Thank you in advance.
Cat