Real-World Trade-In Values

rroyce10 · April 2003

...... Ok, we have a GMC 1500 Ecab, 4x4 Z71, with the 5.3 and a "stump puller" rear end .. black in Dallas .. need to have all those dent's and dings taken out.

Double nickels for miles, the miles and the color aren't going to be your friends here .. unless I read your description wrong, it sounds like a $15/$16,0 vehicle to me on a trade .. $17 ..? maybe if it had 25k.

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

..... Sorry, I was talking to myself when I hit your post ..

       >>but we covered the numbers on that a while back<< - and I couldn't figure out that part .. l.o.l..

          Aaalll righty then -- it's a 00 with 28k, it's an EX, it's an auto, it's red, it's a 4wd- if it's a clean one and it needs -0-, in and around $13 on a trade ...

              Terry :-)

sstem · April 2003

Hi guys,

I'm hoping you can give me a ball park on this car. I have a red, 4 dr, '99 GT, 61200 miles, pwr seat, CD, sunroof. It looked new inside and out until my neighbor smashed it in my driveway. Nashville, TN area. Now it has had $6300 in repair. Yes, I know it should have been totaled, but his insurance company had them repairing it before I knew what was happening. Anyway, I am left trying to get rid of it. I don't really want to go the private party route as I'm 7 months pregnant and just want to get the best I can and get in a new car before baby arrives. Please help!

Shelly

dlubin · April 2003

Guys,

Boston Area, 2001 Pontiac Montana, 17,000 miles, Blue exterior, gray interior. 8 passenger.

Loaded - Every option but leather, including the MonatanaVision system (VCR and DVD). 'Sport package', sliding door, fold-flat third row, CD, traction, alloys, air compressor, lower trim, rear air, wireless headphones, the works.

Wife wants an SUV, trying to figure out how painful the trade /sale will be...

Thanks for the help!

-Dan

cstowe · April 2003

Hey boys, it has been a while, gald to see you are still at it.... Here goes:

2000 BMW 528i auto, prem pkg (cows and trees on the inside), roof, 47K mi, "anthracite silver" (dark grey), BMW certified. Dealer wants 27,9

or

1998 BMW 528i with the same goodies plus rear airbags in a lighter silver with 52k mi, BMW certified. Dealer wants 21,9.

That seems like a big spread for 2 years and 5K miles.

Thoughts?

mayerzd · April 2003

It likes you guys are busy but I could sure use your help:

2000 VW Jetta GLS VR6, 38K miles, dark blue, leather, 16in alloy wheels, CD changer, heated seats, manual trans.

I'm looking to trade it in either in Colorado or in Texas depending on when I move.

Thanks for the help.

rroyce10 · April 2003

..... Hello Shelly .. yep, I remember this one from the other posts, pregnant ..? -- don't blame me, I was home that night

         I really don't know what to tell you about this one .. lot's of damage and it's been repaired. I can't see it, so I can't say "how" it came out. Without the accident, it "may" be worth "around" $5,500 .. you can try some dealers and carmax and see what happens ..

       I wish I was more help ...

              Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

..... Is it a Sport model with the Vision option ..? - or is a Ext van Vision ..?

Terry.

mbednorz · April 2003

... is calling my name!

Hey, Terry, you're looking lonelier than the Lone Ranger when Tonto's on vacation!

Looking to buy a used 2002 Lexus IS300 from a Lexus dealer here in Houston, Texas. Dark grey, beige leather, auto, 12k miles, power seats, spoiler, deep tires, looks like new inside and out. Whadda ya think?

Thanks in advance!

dlubin · April 2003

Thanks!!

karl · April 2003

2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, 4x4, 28K miles, no options at all (so it has 6 cyl engine, Selec-trac transfer case, basic goodies like pwr windows/locks/mirrors, CD, A/C, alloy wheels). No leather/ sunroof/ upmarket sound/ tow pkg. Exterior color sage green, interior black cloth. Overall very nice condition, minimal scratches on exterior, but interior looks brand new. Tires good, everything drives "tight".

I'm looking to buy this Jeep, not trade it in. Local (Northern Nevada) dealership lowest price was $18,350 before TTL. Good deal ?

-Karl

tboner · April 2003

... but I'm pretty happy. In less than 10 days, I bought the 94 Geo Prizm LSi with 106K on the clock and sold the 87 LeSabre.

I probably "overpaid" for the Geo at 25 Benjamins but a verified one owner, garage kept car with slider and a handshaker, and all the service records indicating the 30,60,90K services, and brand new Goodyear rubber ( sneakers, belts and hoses), I don't have any regrets.

I think I took the guys head off with the Buick at 13 Benjamins for the 87 with 130K clicks on the clock.

So all in all, I think I did really well, and like the smaller Geo much better. Although, I may see if I can get the power lock hardware or just buy a retrofit kit for that...

I won't save enough in gas to make up the $1200 difference. But I expect fewer repairs for the simpler car over the next couple of years.

I have a bit more room in the driveway too. It's like half the Buick just disappeard 8^)

TB

cstowe · April 2003

Sorry Terry, the 528s are in New Orleans.

rroyce10 · April 2003

..... Ok Dan, we have low miles, the color is just kinda ok, we have the Disney package and all the stuff without the leather .. Montana's and Ventures aren't burning down any barns right now .. trade side, the high $14's, might see the low low $15's if it's puuuurfect, glows in the dark and needs -0- ...

I hope this helps ....

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

...... $27,900 is a little stiff and so are the miles .. let's say they stepped right up to $22/$23,0 to make a deal, let's do some service, certify, detail, a little this and that, let's use $24 to the table - $26,0 is A L L the money for a high mileage 00 .. the 98 "seems" to be the better deal, should see that one at $20,0 and some change -- lot's and lot's of "5's" running around right now .. even in "Naw Leans" ..

Terry,

cstowe · April 2003

Gracias Amigo. That is about where I was thinkin. 24-25K is probably fair to the dealer. I doubt I could get below 24...but you never know.

CTS

hicaira · April 2003

Hi Bill & Terry:

Got a new 530i and need to sell the Toyota myself:

1995 Avalon XLS
Loaded (leather, climate, disc changer, moon, etc)
Diamond White Pearl
New rubber
Great body & paint (very minor dings/scratches)
Great interior
Runs perfect

Downside:
119,000 miles
Soon due for 120k service (and timing belt)
Power antenna DOA (at least it's up!)
Slight tranny leak ($350 est), but no drips (yet)

Valencia, CA.

Ad goes into the paper this weekend. What should I ask, and what should I take?

Thanks guys,

HiC

rroyce10 · April 2003

..... Sounds kinda nice, right color and the miles are low .. I would think $27ish would make everyone happy ..

Terry.

atlcarguy · April 2003

Hey dealer offered $5400 trade-in for 2000 malibu. Car is not an LS, but has pw, pdl, cd player, records, good rubber(9K on tires) dark brown, clean, not dings or dents,and 44K miles. I've only had the car a week and a half. How much better can I do if I sell it? Dealers in area are asking 9-10K for same car. I only paid $4000 for it.

blackcurrant · April 2003

Green or blue or black..straight up...no previous drama...looking to buy...
What's the money in New England and/or NY?

Thanks guys!

tioman · April 2003

We are thinking of buying a 2000 Volvo S70 (non turbo)with 55000 miles on it. The dealer is quoting us a price of around 16,000, including the certified/limited warranty. It's pretty loaded--leather, seat heaters, cd/am/fm stereo, power everything, sunroof, etc. Are we crazy to buy a used Volvo with so many miles on it? What are your thoughts on the price? We seem to be only hearing negative things about Volvo upkeep and are having a hard time tearing ourselves away from our maintenance free Honda!

atlcarguy · April 2003

While I can't tell you wether the price is right, I can tell you about volvo ownership. My family is on it's second turbo volvo and will probably buy a third. The first was a 1989 760 Turbo which was traded in on the current 1998 V70 Cross country. The 1989 didn't have a single problem, other than regular service, from 1 mile to 120,000 miles when it did become costly. The 98 XC70 has 89,000 miles on it and has only had a couple problems, both of which were part of the all-wheel-drive system. Volvo's do seem to require their routine service, when it's suppost to be done so check service records. Just my 2 cents!

dmuzyka · April 2003

Look carefully at that '98 S70...that is the ONLY Volvo model that Consumer Reports recommends staying away from. We just unloaded ours (75K) for $6000...leather, sunroof, power seats. It needed about $6000 worth of work (AC, ABS system, transmission work...). It was cheaper to dump it (we took a bath!) and we went RUNNING back to a Toyota. The Volvo was solid and safe...but unreliable. Too many other people are selling solid, safe, reliable cars these days....

qbrozen · April 2003

who mentioned a '98 S70? did i miss that one? must have. I see an '00 s70 up there and a '98 XC70. Oh well. Old age I guess.

my '98 has been great, by the way, but that's all detailed on the S70 board.

tioman - I think that's alot of miles for $16K for ANY car (unless its a ferrari or a collectible), but that's just my preference.

qbrozen · April 2003

sorry to keep doing this, Terry, but could use another number.
How about this one?

'01 mazda tribute DX 4x4 automatic
power windows, locks, mirrors
CD player
keyless entry
13K miles

still in NJ. Don't know color. Let's say white. Dealer has it advertised at $15,9.

rwmiller · April 2003

I am looking for a trade in value for a 1996 Altima GXE

82K miles
new tires
minor scratches on roof, no accidents
dark blue with blue/grey interior
many new engine components (alternator, water pump, power steering pump)

located in Washington DC / Baltimore suburbs of MD

Thanks for your help,
Bob

sobers · April 2003

Terry/Bill, PLEASE HELP. Need advice & pricing on a 1998 LEXUS ES300, 55,000 miles, Leather, Moonroof, Heated Seats, Good Tires (30K+ more miles prob'ly), Clean condition, Silver (Dark Brown) Very Nice color exterior & interior (Dark Gray?), NO CD though.

Help please!!!!!

rroyce10 · April 2003

...... Must be a pretty nice one (44k.?) that a dealer offered $5,400 .. Me personally, I would grab some ad's, get a great detail by a pro, (can't cost more than $100) .. run a Great 5 liner Ad in the largest paper in your area for $8,900 and take the first $7,5/$8,500 ..

          This is kinda like a "baby lottery ticket" .. $4,000 ..? you stole that puppy .. now is the time to cut it loose, another 6/7 weeks and it won't be worth much more than that ...

            Good luck and let me know ...

               Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

..... You little devil, where have you been ..?

55k on a 98 ES, where the heck is the CD ..? anyway, probably has $13ish or so in it, I would think $15ish would be fair for both ...

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

........ Great Job on the Lesabre .. $1,300 ..? wow, need a job ... ?

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

...... The miles are a little Tall for the year, but in Nevada folks like to travel .. $18,3 seems fair .. try him at $17,5/$17,9 and see what happens ...

Terry.

tboner · April 2003

The buyer may come back and buy the Caddy Deville wheels for $200. I let him have five photos of the car with those wheels on it...

He seemed to like the look.

If I thought I could stand people for extended periods of time... or maybe if this whole computer fad finally peters out...

Thanks,

TB

rroyce10 · April 2003

..... It's got some miles, but you knew that l.o.l. needs some work, you knew that too .. right color and the rubber is deep.

It's probably worth "around" $5ish on a trade, needs $800 to make it right, with everything done you could ask $8,900 .. with it needing stuff, I'm thinking $7,500 -- what were you thinking ...?

Terry.

mbednorz · April 2003

You're a gentleman and a scholar.

rroyce10 · April 2003

...... Hey bud, your another one that hasn't been around for a awhile ..

           Green or blue or black ... ? what ..? was it used in Iraq as a camouflage vehicle ..?

            You know the drill, good service history, deep in rubber, checks out fine, no rust, no WMD in the back seat .. thinkin' they have $4,0 in it .. sounds like a double nickel sale to me ...

               Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

..... You are quite welcome ..

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

karl · April 2003

Thanks Terry -- I wound up buying it at $18,175. It's pretty much immaculate inside, only a few scratches outside. I don't think the prior owner was a Nevada resident; this Jeep doesn't show any signs of harsh winter use.

-Karl

sobers · April 2003

1999 Accord EX V6 with 40K miles, Silver, Certified, good tires & clean condition

sobers · April 2003

Thanks a bunch on the lexus. We are also checking the accord I mentioned above

cstowe · April 2003

Terry,

Are the IS300s doing that well in the aftermarket? Edmunds says full dealer retail is only 26K. They say the 2001s are in the 23k range for average.

What do you think about these cars?

CTS

clpurnell · April 2003

sister's friend is looking at a pearl white 00 millenia premium with roof, leather and bose. It has 44k miles on it. What would be a good price to try to get this vehicle for.

rroyce10 · April 2003

....... Let's take a look here .. we have a dark blue VR6, with a handshaker and 38k .. nice little "pocket rockets" ..

The color is fine for Colorado, might bite you in Texas .. the miles are a little stiff and it doesn't have one of the things between the seats that you only have to move forward and back a few times ... depending on the dealer, trade side, in and around the $11's.

Terry.

clpurnell · April 2003

A couple more

01 Mitsu galant ES V6 Silver over gray
Roof
alloys
Premium sound with changer
53k Clean no accidents in NJ

03 Honda Ody EX
No leather, RES or NAV
Full power incl dual sliders and cd
4100 miles in H-town

TIA and keep up the great work!!

rroyce10 · April 2003

...... These are great vehicles, will run to 150/200k++ properly serviced, contrary to CR, remember CR thinks Hyundai is a great vehicle - so in my book they don't count anymore.

Is $16 a little tall ..? yeah, I think so .. if it had 25/35k then it might be worth it, even with the warranty, $15,0 "feels" right.

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

..... DX, no leather no roof, with 13k .. probably has $13/$13,5 in it, this time of the year $15,0 would be all of it ....

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

.... You did fine ..!

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

...... 40k, it's an EX V6 and it's certified .. ya know the drill, super clean, new sneakers, no paintwork, great history .. $13ish in it, should be able to take this one out for $14,5/$15 ..

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

........ Doesn't sound bad, needs a little this and that .. then I gotta think $2,500 - $400, so figure $2,000, that should purchase you a nice vehicle that will run til' 180/200k ...(?)

Terry.

rroyce10 · April 2003

...... This is a personal thing .. is it a well built vehicle, yeppers, will it run forever, oh yeah .. but I feel Lexus missed the market on this one .. I can't tell the difference between a IS300 and a Mazda Pro 5 .. but, still a well built vehicle, I think Lexus was on the hunt for the BMW "3" market and missed it ..

O1's are doing "around" $21ish at the auctions .. I can't tell how Edmunds' retrieves it's info, sometimes they are close, and sometimes they are off the target .. as is Nada, KBB, black book, Galves, etc ...

Terry.

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