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Terry.
The only good thing about these is the engine. They are mechanical nightmares otherwise!
i guess we're just destined to butt heads.
had an 89(5 speed), 92(auto), wife had 96(v8-auto).
after the 92, i said that was enough for me.
at least in the 89, i knew how fast i was going.
nicknamed the 92 'heroin - as in addicting'. never had anything major go wrong with it(only 30k), but did have some problems. traded it in 2 years later on an explorer.
wife drove the '96 up to 77k miles. i never liked how the tranny shifted, the suspension was kind of noisy, but overall a pretty good car. got us home one road trip when the 18 wheelers were stopped at a state border. guess we were too road weary to figure out what that meant, at the time. always sounded great, and since it didn't have a straight line on it; it never got boring to look at. i still see it driving around once in a while.
since my wife is leasing her current car, we don't have a trade in.
2. Buy aforementioned SHO.
3. Spend from now until breakup season figuring out how to become the only owner of a SHO-engined Explorer in Alaska. If nothing else, it'll keep you off the car lots. :-)
Actually if I was to buy my old Explorer I would forgo the aforementioned SHO and go straight for an SVT Mustang and steal the engine and whatever else I needed. THEN I would have the ONLY SVT Cobra Explorer in Alaska.
I promise I'm not going to the car lots, LOL, well, only the Ford dealer for service on the Explorer and the Ram (Ford ESC). I'm too busy keeping hubby out of the ditch, the kids from getting lost in all this snow, and trying to figure out how to buy 6 winter tires at $165/each.
As for the expedition, I might send it down retail road. How much do you think I should ask for?
Thanks again.
Thanks.
right, the mileage should be 25K...
The owner is asking for 22K for the car. Most of private sales I saw were asking 26, 27k for 01' 325i with teen miles. I am having really a hard time finding any decent deals here...
Regards,
Neh
Terry
Most of these folks have been to dealers and the dealer hit them at $17, maybe $18 with the miles in the teens, then they call their bank, credit union and/or go to internet sites and pick the highest figure, it's only human and Always keep in mind, those are *asking* figures ...
Even here, folks will post with a great description, I give them a number and then I don't "see" back from them for 2/3 months, then there's an email or a post here on the "trial and tribulations" of asking too much $$ .l.o.l. .. I guess the point is, look for the vehicles that have been up for sale for awhile and shop those first .. I'm paying $20ish for the super nice, ultra clean "00" 328i's miles in the teens and happy to see $24ish on the retail side, the 01's for $26ish is fair, depending on the options and history, but 99's for that kind of money ..? .. maybe in some very odd and strange area's of California and Mars.
Terry.
I still don't get the $8 grand part for the Expedition ... down Retail Rd after a super detail and a great ad, $13,9 *asking* and nod your head at the first $12,5/$13,5 ...
Good luck and let me know what happens ...
Terry ;-)
The car is the darker of the two silvers -- so it isn't anything off the wall.
Of $28000. what is your input .
Have watched these postings for the last two years and enoyed your input, keep up the good work , its really appreciated.
Papaw5
02 Honda 4 dr Accord EX (stop me at anytime) V6, right ...? .. 26kish, right.? we have some leather, slider, wheels, it's a 4 banger plus two more cylinders, right.? ... it's in ok, to ho-hum shape and it maybe looks good, right ..? .... and trade you for a $12,000 *difference*, right.? .. hmm, let me ponder this .. so they are "showing" you $16 for yours, right...? ... not a superb, great super duper deal, but almost kinda of fair, maybe $11ish would be a little better ~ hey, you don't ask, you don't get ....
Terry.
Actually, that's a pretty good deal ... IF, you live in Bosnia ..
Curious, I went in and asked about it. The guy in there said they had just sold it. I asked how much...again, out of curiosity. Guy says they sold it for $3500!!!!!
Yeah, the market around here for 4x4's is pretty whacked. Of course, as I say this, I am currently snowed and iced in under the second storm this season with a 2004 Civic sedan as my best snow car LOL.
Or worse.......took these out of the paper.
1976 Chevy P/U, clean, new motor, rebuilt trans, new parts, new snow tires, $5k
1985 Chevy S/B Pickup, 4x4, new tranny, rims, stereo $5500
And to think we let that *nice* 94 Chevy K3500 diesel go for only $5500.......*kick*
I know how you feel though, we had a heck of a time finding an older 4x4, course when we did we should have run screaming for the hills.
Enjoy.!
Terry.
One thing intrigues me is: when is the best time to buy a used car, in terms of the vehicle age, bmw in particular. From the depreciation trend and maintenance point of view, it seems after 3 and half or 4 years, year to year True Cost to Own is getting relatively stabilized. As of now, 00-01 cars seem to be the best choices. What do you think?
Oh, I just come across another ads from local ferrari dealer:
2000 BMW 528it Wagon Sedan:
Black on Beige leather, 21k miles, 5 speed transmission, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Moonroof, Keyless Entry with Security System, Factory Warranty still remaining.
asking 19.9K. I don't get to see the car yet;They close on Sundays. It sounds like a great deal to me. The only down side is I don't want to drive around with a wagon
regards.
From what I remember, this is probably a reasonable price for a 3 series, and storng for a 5'er, considering the mileage
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
FWIW, the sticker on that BMW would have been at least 42K, depending on all the options.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
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if your looking at a car, do a little research, look around, present a fair deal to the dealer/seller....
Down Retail Rd...well that's up to you, you might see $9/$10,0 if you can get it to glow in the dark, 120% service, but the miles are Killing you here ...
Good luck ....
Terry.
I just want to follow up with you guys and let you know I sold my 95 Ford Windstar "down retail road". I ended up taking it to four used car lots to see what my "I give up and sell it to a used car dealer" backup price would be. I got four quotes, all between $1500 and $1900. I ended up putting a nice classified ad in my local daily fishwrap with a price of $3,900.
I got a grand total of ONE call from the ad, but the lone caller was the real deal. He came and looked at the van. Came back the next day with the Mrs. and asked if I'd take $3500 cash on the barrel-head. I hemmed and hawed for a few beats and said I would. He gave me a $100 bill to hold the van over the weekend. They came back today with the remainder.
I just got back from the notary, and I have a stack of 35 $100 bills in my pocket and an empty space in my driveway. The market seems pretty soft for used cars of this sort, which I knew. But I thought I had it priced pretty fairly, so I was surprised to only get one call from my ad.
Thank you, guys, a whole bunch. Along with Edmunds TMV, your advice helped me come to earth with my pricing, unlike the $4500 to $5500 figures I got from Kelly and NADA guides. Just to refresh your memory, Terry, you told me to expect $2k-2.5k wholesale and $3.5-4.5 retail. dkuhajda said I could expect $2k wholesale and $3.5k retail, but said I would have a lot of trouble finding anyone with enough dough to actually pay for the van. Edmunds TMV told me to expect $2600 trade-in and $3300 private party.
Please note I'm not nitpicking your numbers or advice by noting it. I just wanted to save you from having to scroll back and find your earlier posts. And I fully realize the imprecision of the market. I just wanted to let you know how it all ended up. I really appreciate the tremendous help you guys provide here. Thanks again!!!
Car is in East Texas, but will be advertised in the Houston market
1988 Model
87,500 miles
Soft & Hard tops
Overall good condition
Seats show a litte wear, nothing major
Paint is good, but not glow in the dark
All the options are present and function correctly
Maint. records, everything up to date
Needs no mechanical repairs
Red with tan interior & top
No paint/body work
Tires are at about half life
So, what say you?
I never bought the A4. When I test drove it I wasn't that impressed. It was nice but for ~$24 I passed.
I have a friend who is looking at bidding on this number on Ebay. What is the right #
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1- - &category=13474&item=2455784871&sspagename=STRK%3AMEB- - WA%3AIT
2004 lexus Rx330
VIN: JTJHA31U640039553
Engine: 3.3
Cylinders: 6 - Cyl.
Transmission: Manual
Title: Clear
Color: Silver
Mileage: 3500
Location: Iowa
Interior
Adjustable Steering Wheel
Air Conditioning
AM/FM Cassette
CD Player
Center Arm Rest
Center Console
Climate Control
Clock
Courtesy Lights
Cruise Control
Cup Holders
Digital Clock
Heated Seats
HomeLink
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather Upholstery
Map Light
Multi Disc CD changer
Power Door Locks
Power Drivers Seat
Power Mirrors
Power Passenger Seat
Power Steering
Power Windows
Premium Sound System
Rear Defroster
Security System
Ski/Storage Sack
Steering Wheel Controls
Tachometer
Tilt Steering Column
Tinted Glass
Trip Odometer
Vanity Mirror (s)
Wood Trim
Exterior
Alloy Wheels
Heated Mirrors
Power Glass Sunroof
Towing Package
Safety
Anti-Lock Brakes
Child Proof Door Locks
Drivers Side Airbag
Passenger Side Airbags
Side Airbags
Drive Train
All Wheel Drive
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Also, congrats to the seller of that Windstar, most people would have tried to get you down to $2000.
Terry.
Please bare with me. If there is no-way to tell the figures involved then this issue should die a peaceful death.
VIN JTJHA31U640039553 2004 Lexus Rx 330
Event Date Event Location Odometer Reading Data
Source Event Detail
10/29/03 IA MOTOR VEHICLE DEPT. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL
10/29/03 IA 60 MOTOR VEHICLE DEPT. TITLE (Title #: 82U849789)
Looks nice, no miles and a good history .. it's worth $33/$34 on the dealer side, he should be able to see $35/$36ish for it all day long ...
Terry.
Concentrate on what the vehicle is worth and what you're willing to pay.
(example) .. Let's say I take this vehicle in for $33,5 (hard money) on a trade .. it's going through service $150/$200, it's gonna see a detail $75, a this and that $100, pack $350 .. it will hit the table at around $34,225, probably ask $37,9, will take $35,9 .. so what I paid for the vehicle is a mute point.
Terry.
I humbly bow to the great salesman from Denver, you are thee Man .. you better be at church on Sunday because that was a gift ~ hey, if ya ever need a job let me know .l.o.l.
Thanks for letting me know ..!
Terry :-)
Thanks for giving me the skinny ..
Terry.
Please bare with me. If there is no-way to tell the figures involved then this issue should die a peaceful death.
(the one that shot his truck with a shotgun) ... oh that guy, is he out on parole already .?
You know the deal on these, the service has to be 125%, a shade tree mechanic or a Mr. Import guy will tear it apart if it needs stuff, no fill no paintwork .. color is right, miles are low, both tops, cold breeze(?), soft top has to be strong .. "might" invest in some sneakers, gotta a have a superb ad, a Glorious super detail, finish any service, probably worth in and around the $9's on a trade .. down Retail Rd $14,9 *asking* and $13,5/$14,5 gets a new owner, as long as there isn't any shotgun holes ....
Let me know ..
Terry.
Guys, we all understand how this works, and if he got the car for fifty cents he still ain't gonna sell it for a $2000 profit... but sometimes I would like to know if it's worth the trouble to try.
Let's suppose Mr. Dealerman's got a car keeping the top layer of the asphalt from delaminating for a month or three; it's worth $8 he's got $8 in it, I know I can buy it for $9 and everyone happy. But what if the lady that traded it in was busty and it was a sunny day and he put $9,3 into a Mustang convertible...? He's gonna hold out for $10, it's human nature... and I'm gonna have to go buy something else.
There's a Ford dealership here in town where they must be making profit on storage fees... they've got a 1995 Club Wagon with 100k miles that just had it's birthday on their lot, and they're asking, are you ready, $7k for the piece of junk.
I happen to think that had they paid $4 for it, someone would have picked it up for $5,3 last summer and gotten themselves an OK deal. 'tis a funny business y'all are in...
But no, it's not only impossible to figure out what someone paid -- unless it came from the auction, then other dealers can dig it up -- but it's pointless 'cuz you never know everything else about the deal... overallowance, etc. etc.
Best to know what stuff is worth; what it's worth to YOU, and then make an offer and walk if you don't come to an agreement.
-Mathias