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You should visit some car lots up here.....you will be shocked. My favorite is the older 4WDs, heck if it runs you can get anywhere from $3000 to $5000 for it no matter what it looks like. I sold my 88 F-150 2WD reg cab, 5-speed, 6-cyl, base model...didn't even have A/C for $2000 a couple months ago, oh, did I mention it had 184,000 miles on it. Hmmm, what would it have been worth in your neck of the woods. In the newspaper on any given day there is an 86 Subaru going for $1000 or more. Gotta love Alaska!!
Rust, dirty, cracked windshield.
It was really sad looking.
TB
I'm new here although I've been lurking for awhile. I'd like to ask a bit of an unusual question. Could you advise a ballpark figure for a trade or personal retail on a 2001 Honda Civic LX sedan, silver, automatic with aprox. 2,000 miles. I realize that on a new model information may be limited as far as actual trades being made & that this is probably not a good time to trade or sell a car so new. Thanks for any help.
Chuck
I think it ought to be worth about $21K.
Terry?
Bill
Well, a 2000 Like that is worth about $11K-12K...
Methinks.. Hmm... $13K?
Trick is, that car has a retail value of about $1K back of original invoice (Since it seems that $500 over invoice or so is where new ones seem to sell). So then it's wholesale value is about $2K-3K back of THAT number...
Hope this helps
Bill
You are looking in or around that $20,000 ish++ number..and, if it's -jam up - ..more towards the $22,000 figure....
I hope this helps..
Terry.
That $13,000 number..it's a Honda ..maybe a little more on any given day....
Terry.
Thanks in advance!
P.S. I know this is not alot of info - best guess will be fine.
The miles a great, that will help a lot...and if the condition ..is, let's say great..no dings, dent's etc... you know the drill ---- you are in that $12,500/$13,000 ish figure....if it's a 2 wheel --- and not.. a Ls...you in that $8,000 zip code....
Maybe this helps...
Terry.
Thanks again for your input.
A better way to describe this, would be......let's say, your vehicle has 68,000 miles...and no upgrades --- and a few dings and dents which are ..very apparent..and of course, tires and service is needed in 5,000 miles...I have to think, a dealer is going to be looking at the vehicle -in or around- that $17,000 figure and less....
So, in the long run....you get what you..--- Care for....
I hope this helps....
Terry.
I got another call from the Acura dealer. He has a black on black '99 RL with 31k miles that he wants me to look at. He says it's just about perfect. They are asking $31k. What would be a fair price? Around $29k? If it's as good as he says, I may have to jump on it, and take the hit trading my Explorer. (ouch) Assuming I let the dealer play the over allowance card, what would be a fair trade difference? I'm thinking $15-16k.
I guess I'll have to pull the toys out and sell or use them in the next vehicle.
Thanks guys.
Quentin
P.S. Anyone in Columbus Ohio need a nice clean '97 Explorer with a lot of toys? We're dealin'. :-)
With Chevy and Toyota doing joint ventures on some of their cars I'm wondering if it would be better for me to go with the Chevy twin. I'm specifically referring to the Matrix/Vibe. Since I keep my cars a long time (8 years) and accumulate high mileage (200,000) I don't think the resale value of Toyota would be worth much. What's your opinion(s).
Leo
I really wanted to try and stick with the used car market because of that damned depreciation, but I just couldn't. Once I test drove the WRX (completely at the will of a friend of mine who wanted to experience it but not be the front man to deal with the salespeople), I realized that every used car I was looking at just paled in comparison. I couldn't, in good conscience, settle on anything used for $400 a month when, for a little more money, I would be getting a vehicle that, in my opinion, is superior in every way.
Anyway, enough of that. Not like I really need to explain myself. The key here is that I now am going to try to sell my car myself. So, I've mentioned it before, but I don't expect you guys to remember with so many requests flying at you. Its a '99 626 LX-V6 automatic. That light metallic green kind of color with tan cloth interior. Its a VERY clean car. No dings or anything. Anyway, what do you think I should advertise it for and, ultimately, settle for on the private market?
As alway, Thanks.
'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
But, anyway.....I would -start- at $28,000 and work from there....the vehicle has a ..tinge.. of higher miles -- not bad ...just a little more than average.....So, if I were you ....and you really like the vehicle ....that's where you should be starting...also -- you will have to renew my memory, on your trade-- I just got back from the Manheim about 8:00 ------------------------------------this way I can give you a accurate -difference- figure...and my head is still spinning....l......o......l......
You seem to really like those vehicle's ...and for what it's worth, so do I.......Buy it -- enjoy it..... spring has sprung.....and they are great cars....
Good Luck.....
Terry.
Quentin
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Terry.
Quentin
I just picked up 2001 Prizm LSI, for my nephew.....I wasn't going to pay the.. long dollar for a Corolla.....it's the same car ..that's built in the same factory..by the same people.....and golly gee --- and saving $1800 in the process..
After the next 4 years at Purdue..then another 2 years at NYU...... do you think, I will care how much this vehicle may be worth -- with 200,000 miles on it - how much more can it be worth...A $100/$200..?.......then, he can make all the decisions he wants..........
Terry.
Well anyway, you get the picture.......So, what about this Mazda 626 LX V6 .... Well if the miles are, let's say under 24,000 --- and of course it's clean ..nice, and no bad habits in the parking lots ... ---- I wouldn't be afraid, of putting in the paper for like a $12,900 figure --- ------------------------------------------------------------ Just some food for thought --- always try, to be at the lower end of the spectrum as far as pricing, when you advertise..... I watch, personal auto sections all the time --- and as a rule -- the guy that advertises the highest -- or that- "firm" stuff ...just doesn't work -- you will see that ad, 2 month's later ---- also, don't be afraid to spend a couple extra dollars for a -good- ad ...like a 4 liner with bold print -- sounds silly, but it does work......
Good luck....
Terry.
Leo
The miles are high, though, at 36K (and going up by 500 a week). Still, though, the dealer would be looking at around $9K by the time my Sub comes in mid-June, so anything above that helps (although I owe WAY more on it).
*sigh* a car habit is such an expensive one.
'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
Thanks in advance.
IMHO, the options help, while the color combo hurts. And Idont think youve done poorly with resale at all. If it was a 1995 LS400 we'd be looking at about $17,500 or so..
Besides, the 740 was much more fun to drive than the older LSs!
Bill
Hit em at $28K..see where they go. But I wouldnt pay over $29,500 or so for it. And, deduct fromthat number what your trade is worth.
If he's hell bent on $31K but puts like $16K or so on your car, you then whip out your checkbook....
Bill
In other words...If chevy has a $1K rebate or something, buy the Chevy.
Bill
I like it. A LOT.
As far as the Mazda goes.. word it like this (If it's true):
1999 Mazda 626LX. Beautiful Champagne Green metallic with LightBeige Interior. Meticulously maintained, Outstanding condition and virtually cannot be told from new. Equipped with a 5-Speed transmission, CD Stereo, Power Windows and Locks and Cruise. Just serviced. Bought a new car and it's time to say goodbye. Call Bill at 555-1234
Bill's other mantra:
"It's not what you say but how you say it"
That's why my Ads ALWAYS worked!!!
Bill
The Vibe looks neatand all...
But a 200K mile Pointiac?Is that even possible?
Bill
The miles are not a help here I'm afraid.
But if it's nice it strikes me offhand at about $23-24K or so.
Terry?
Bill
You work for Ricart now do ya?
Bill
And thanks for the ad. Most of it is true (after I clean it), I'll use that (just a couple of tweaks, of course).
Even after the Mazda is gone, I will still be watching this board. This is my favorite one on Edmund's. Thanks for all the help.
'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
I went to the dealer today. I figured $15k difference was a good deal too, but they seriously lowballed me. Said the Explorer was worth 9-11k. If they had said $11.5 or $12, I wouldn't have been happy, but at least I'd know it was a valid figure. I offered them $14k + the truck, the Used car manager came back with $18.8k.
I said $14k was as high as I was willing to go, asked for my keys, and left. I would have thought $15k would have been a good deal, but the rear bumper and left rear door really needed to be painted. I took most of the toys out of thr Explorer, and will probably try to retail it myself, or shop it arouind a couple dealers. The salesman did say it was the cleanest trade-in he'd seen. He was using the Black Book, and showed me a figure of $10,850 for my truck. I asked him what the Black Book figure was for the '99 RL he was trying to sell me, and he said it wasn't relevant and tried to sell me a '98 for the $14k difference. I had hoped I'd found a good place to buy, but they played the same games as most other dealerships. The search continues. It's a good thing the RL wasn't perfect, or I might have gotten attached to it. :-)
Thanks again to you and Terry again for the info.
Quentin
These are nice vehicles ......but it seems like, everyone is either buying one ..or.. selling one......
Bill is dead on, this one ---- the miles have a tendency to lessen it .....
Terry.
Sorry, I must have missed that part of the message the first time. It's a '97 Explorer XLT, 4WD, SOHC V6, 5sp automatic, no leather or roof, luggage rack, power everything (seats, windows, doors), 34.6k miles, CD Changer, Black exterior, gray interior, upgraded seats and center console with AC/Heat vents in the back seat, alloy wheels, new tires. I guess that's it.
Thanks,
Quentin
$11K isnt outrageous for your trade.
$9K is.
Still, even at $11K and from the sounds of it $28K is reasonable for you on the RL..
That still puts us $1,800 below where they were...
You were right to pass on the deal IMHO.
Bill
Let us know how it goes with the Mazda. Like Terry said, Advertising really IS everything.
Bill
Prolly stone chips..etc...
Umm...
What part of peoplefirst.com dont you get? Silly! GO try getting a check there!!
NOW!
Bill
At this time of the year .....If.. it's as clean as you think... we are lookin' at a $11,000 vehicle -- it might -- do a little more ...maybe by $200/300 ..... So, if I'm following the math correctly..you should be able to trade for a $17,000 ish difference ---- In my humble opinion ---- I think you guys can meet up ..in or around a $16,000 figure..Well let's see what happens...--- other than that -- I hope you and yours have a wonderful Easter....
Terry.
PS --- By the way, have they changed the site again ---- or do I have do get new glasses -again- .....l.....o.....l......
PSPSPS--- How about a -- In the wrapper, 1998 GS300 with 26,698 miles ..and everything in the vehicle - except for a new owner --- for a $18,000 difference ----- Oooooooo, enticing isn't it.......
Didnt know those restrictions... my bad.
Bill
Terry, you seem really pleased with this GS... $$??
Bill
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Thanks for the info. It sounds like my truck has lost $500-$1500 in the last month! :-( No more Fords for me. I don't think I'll be getting that RL because of the repainting that's needed, but that is good information to have for a future deal. We had a great Easter, my sister and her family came from Milwaukee,a nd we all had dinner together after church. I hope you and your had a great one too. Does this mean it's time for you to head back to Florida?
Yeah, they changed the site again. There may have been a 500 message limit, but I liked the old software a lot better.
The GS sounds very tempting. I seriously considered the new GS300 as my next car (used of course) when they first came out, but I like the looks of the '99 RL better, and it should be better in the snow if necessary. Now if you had snagged a black '99 RL, maybe we could have talked. :-) There are about 10 Acura dealers in Ohio, I think I'll call the rest of them to see what they have in their used car inventory. Of the two in Columbus, one never has more than 1-3 RLs. Currently, they have a '96 White premium for $21k with 56k miles. The other one always has 10-12 used RLS (mostly '98s) but all of them seem to have excessive paint damage. I even looked at a white '99 RL they had (even though I prefer dark colors), and the first thing that caught my eye was a paint chip down to bare metal that had started to rust over the left rear wheel well. There's no excuse for that...
You know me ...l....o....l.....and , you do know the business .... and there is a lot of times that a bargain comes up..... so, I have to through my 2 cents in ---- by the way ...I emailed you on a 97 Jag Convert --- and I didn't hear back.....
But anyway.....It's time to do something REAL important right now ......The Soprano's are coming on ........
Terry.
Terry.
New E-Mail:
Wsweismann@aol.com
Or, My cell: 407-492-4854
And... when ya gonna be back in town? Gotta ask ya a couple of ???s...
Bill
Quentin