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  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 11,269
    2.5 Automatic, not the Value Edition, right? Invoice is $20,467 with destination, so he may be shorting you on the Altima. On the other hand, these are not selling like the new 1999 Jettas were in 1999... Good luck!

    ...but the mileage scares her.
    78k on a Nissan is just getting broken in, but it sounds like she's been bitten by the car-buying bug.
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    ....... Your welcome ....... just make sure you don't buy a dark car for Florida ...l.o.l...

    I've heard of the golden bear ... golden cow.?



    Terry.
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    Hi,
    Looking to trade in my Volvo for a Nissan Pathfinder
    Location: Seattle, WA

    2004 Volvo XC70 wagon)
    2.5L Turbo
    11800 miles
    Color exterior: Metallic Ash (Gold)
    Color interior: Brown leather (only avail with metallic ash, I believe)
    Premium Pkg (Sunroof, Leather, both driver and passenger power seats)
    Climate Pkg (Dual climate control, heated seats)
    A la carte: Wooden steering wheel, auto-dimming rear view mirro, Integrated air quality system (IAQS), additional power outlet in the rear, rear parking sensor
    Standard CD/Tape cassette player
    Both interior and exterior in excellent condition
    Dealer let me take the '05 Nissan Pathfinder overnight and I wanted to know what I should expect in terms of trade-in value tomorrow morning
    Thanks in advance!
    -nobee
    ================================

    Mornin' Nobee ... don't you live close to Dr. Frazier Crane.?

    In Seattle .. we have an 04 Volvo XC70 with 12,000 tiny miles, the color is good anywhere, it's got all the right options, cold pack, leather, slider, back-up beep beep etc ....

    If it's a nice one - "clean", no Maaco makeover's, no battles at Burger King, as close to showroom as possible ... then trade side, in and around the mid/tall $25's, "maybe" might see the low/mid $26's ... these XC's get some pretty hefty money, especially out your way .. so don't forget the update.

    Terry.
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    ........ Thanks for the update ...

    It's cheap money, even with the door fixed .... they're doing $45,0+ at the auctions with tiny miles and the dealers line up for em' ....

    16,000 miles.? .. it would make me a little hinky on a 10 year old vehicle, but being 2/3 years old, and being in a moderate climate means they drove to store to get Fruit Loops for breakfast .... the only problem with these are, they start breakin' down at around 180/200k and then you hafta find a replacement - whatta pain ...



    Terry ;)
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    Hey Terry.
    I'm looking into a new 2005 Tribute (probably V6). Anything I should know about like upcoming better deals in the new future? I have the following for trade in and was wondering what range I should ask for on these two.
    Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
    2002 Mazda 4dr Tribute ES
    3.0 V6 Auto
    FWD
    52,700 miles
    Black exterior with grey leather interior
    alloys, sun roof, towing packing, wood grain interior trim

    Interior and exterior are clean with minor dings and scratches. No claims or repaints, etc.
    Tires need to be replaced soon.

    -----------------------------------
    Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
    2003 4dr Mazda 6s sedan
    3.0 6cyl 5M
    FWD
    26,400 miles
    White exterior with grey cloth interior
    base package with side airbags (no sports package)
    Interior and exterior are clean with minor dings and scratches. 1 claim pending for small dent on driver door smaller than the size of a fingernail.
    Also, should I get the dent fixed (about $300 - $500) or trade it in as is?
    Thanks,
    Fabian...
    ===================================

    Fabian ..? .. your not "thee" Fabian are you.?

    Better deals.? .. incentives and rebates will be going on all summer .. that said, will the color and option choices be there in 40/60 days.? .. it's not like the ol' days when dealers had tons of inventory in October ..l.o.l...

    The 03 ES Tribute is an 2wd .. no 4x4, 53k, the color is no help in Dallas, we have the slider, some auto action and we can see the air in the tires .. trade side, in and around the tall $12's, maybe the low low low low $13's ....... the 03 "6" is low in miles, we got that meat clever thing going on, good color for the area, side balloons and we have a $500 kiss .... sounds like the super high $11's, maybe the low low $12's on a good day .. the meat clever and the paint work are not your friends, the only help your getting is the color and the miles .... don't bother to get it fixed ..

    Don't forget to let me know .......

    Terry.
  • unclebuncleb Member Posts: 1
    Erie, PA (ZC 16509)
    2000 Nissan Maxima GLE
    58000 miles
    Silver Exterior / Black Leather
    Automatic, Sun Roof, Traction Control, Bose Sound, Heated Seats

    Condition:
    Interior - Very Good, Leather in great shape, carpets are clean
    Exterior - No Dents, A Few Scratches but overall clean paint for its age
    New Brakes all around
    Needs 2 new tires, all other routine maintenance is up to date

    I am looking for trade-in, and retail road as well.

    Thanks for the help !
  • stkntrafficstkntraffic Member Posts: 172
    Hey Terry,
    I know these cars are a dime a dozen, but I bought it brand new for my wife, she drove it very little every year, and now she has a new truck. I suspect you'll tell me to go retail road, but here's the details:

    Austin, Texas...
    1998 Ford Mustang GT
    handshaker
    49K miles (yep, that's all)
    Red fire (the dark red, not the fire engine red)
    tan leather interior, no tears or rips
    good rubber
    not a mark on it, never hit, always garaged

    What's it worth to a dealer, versus retail? Thanks in advance!!!
  • woodywwwoodyww Member Posts: 1,806
    First of all, "low miles are good", & cars with low miles usually/almost always command higher prices. But it all depends on the age, model, etc. With Garage Queens over 7-10 years old, they might need a fair amount of work done, but it's usually not "because" of the low miles. And yes, some potential buyers ask "why so few miles'"? And get all freaked out about it; even if the car is Mint condition, & a good deal. Would you feel better buying a high mileage used Lexus? If so, do that. Just my 2 cents,
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    This time I'm car shopping for mommy dearest.....I'm quasi-happy with my Tacoma 4x4 (but still want an FX45).
    She's wanting a Solara. I've found an 2004 SLE V6 Coupe in Red with 10k miles, all the goodies, plus Nav down here in the great state of Texas..... looks to be pretty much "in the wrapper." What would this unit clear the auction for?
    ===============================

    Is this a repost.? .. or is this a repost of a repost of a repost.?
    hmm I will have to ponder this, to post or not to post, that is the question ......

    .................. okay, I'm done pondering ..

    04 SLE V6 in Texas .... the miles are low and the color is a quick sale and it's got the "I'm lost" function .... you know the deal, perfect history, perfect paint (well almost) and no drive by shootings ..... trade, auction bought.? .. it's kind of hard to put a "real" number on these, they're all over the place with super Strong numbers ... dealer probably paid the mid/tall $17's and after a this and a that it might hit the table in the low/mid $18's, maybe more if it's puuuuurfect ..... these are very popular, I'm going to "think" it's going to take at least the low $21ish figure to get it home ..... I've seen the twin to this one do the $19's at the auctions .. that's some pretty strong jingle .......

    Let me know what happens .......



    Terry.
  • sandman46sandman46 Member Posts: 1,798
    What is the difference between the 2.5 Automatic and the "Value Edition"? The wife drove the car, not me and she has noooooo idea about what it was when I asked her. She just told me "enough" with all the car stuff already...so I said...fine. Buy what you want...it's your car! It's also her $, as her mom died last year and she was an only child. So, she's got the $ to buy whatever she wants...I have no clue!
    So, thanks all for the help. I hate to see her make a "mistake" and get taken....But "it's none of my business" as I was told, so....!

    The Sandman :sick:
  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 11,269
    Brief comparison:

    The 2.5 adds the following equipment over the Value Edition Jetta:
    6-disc in-dash changer
    Heated front seats
    Auto climate control
    Stability control
    Multifunction trip computer
    Leatherette seats

    Stability control is available as a standalone option on the Value Edition, the rest of the stuff is not.

    MSRP is $19590 for a VE automatic without stability control, $19870 with stability control. It's a fairly new model, but I think Edmunds' TMV on them is high--I don't think the demand for Jettas is as high as it once was.
  • mldj98mldj98 Member Posts: 378
    Terry,

    I am new to this topic but have been daily reader in most of the other forum topics.
    We are looking for some advice in a recent mistake we made in buying our last car.
    At the time we were looking at getting either a Honda Civic or an Accord...we messed around a little and kick some tires and decided to get the Civic. We now however think we made the wrong choice in car. I know....I know...people are going to read this and say what a dumb [non-permissible content removed]! But now that we have this cleared up, we were wondering what type of deal we could get on this trade....your not going to believe this...but here it goes...

    2005 Honda Civic EX Special Edition 4 Door Automatic
    Tango Red (We live in Tampa, FL by the way)
    Actual Mileage: 275 miles (wow!)
    Showroom Condition...(in fact it might be cleaner now than when I took delivery!)

    If you could please give us any info on possible trade in numbers that would be great (assuming you have stopped shaking your head and laughing :o) )
    I know...I know...(what a dumb [non-permissible content removed]!)
    We would like to think that we are not the only ones that have made a mistake like this...but maybe we are the only ones that would admit to it.
    Thanks oh mighty car guy for your help!!!!!
    Your advice could save my marriage (Just kiddin' but the couch is getting old)

    Mike
  • anonymouspostsanonymousposts Member Posts: 3,802
    Found this at a local dealer:

    2000 BMW 323Ci (coupe)
    5-speed manual
    45,000 miles
    Dark gray over gray leather
    Sports package
    Premium Package
    Roof, 17" wheels, ABS, side airbags, CD,
    Located in Atlanta, GA
    Very clean for a 5 year old car.

    What is a fair price for this car?
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    Terry,
    Could use some numbers on the wife's current ride as she wants a new '05 Jetta 2.5 or the Mazda6 i.
    Here are the details on the Alty:
    Ft. Lauderdale
    78,000 miles
    Titanium Frost
    Power seat, cd player, special badging, upped the 205/60/15 tires to 205/65/15 and the car drives so much better. Might need 1 new tire as it has about 50% tread left
    Nice inside except the mats have seen better days
    2 key scratches on hood thanks to some idiots in the mall parking lot
    Someone hit and ran and broke the passenger side power mirror. Still the black color, as we've not had it painted yet
    It's really a nice car, drives well, arctic a/c after fixing a small $30. part last saturday. She loves it, but the mileage scares her. Am looking for about $6k on a private sale.
    The VW dealer offered us $18,999 plus T,T & L for the 2.5 automatic and the Mazda guy really wants to deal, as there's a $1500. rebate right now and I just printed an extra $500. rebate from Mazda for the test drive this weekend... so $2k rebate.
    The VW is more elegant and classy, but the Mazda means less $ out of our pocket ...I think she really wants the Jetta though. Help?
    TIA as always and let's all pray for a quite hurricane season for us Floridians... had enough last year!
    The Sandman
    ===================================

    They're thinkin' 15 on the docket for this year ... yea, I can hardly wait ...

    In Hurricane alley we have a 01 Altima GXE LE ... the color is right, the miles are wrong, we have the power seat, cold breeze, tunes and probably "around" $300 of fix-me-up ...... 78k ain't nothing on a Altima (properly serviced) it's probably worth around the tall $4's low $5's on a trade .... Retail Rd.? .. you know the drill - finish any service, fix the hinky stuff, a superb detail, a better Ad: $7,900 *asking* and shake and shuttle at $6,5/$7,5 .. but take it ... I have a funny stupid feelin' that someone will give you $6,9ish ..........

    Let me know what happens .....

    Terry.
  • ncelkncelk Member Posts: 22
    OK Terri, here is one for you. I have found you to be pretty on the money in the past.

    I have a 2003 Honda Pilot, EX-L, located in Greensboro, NC.

    Vehicle is white exterior, grey interior, leather, 4WD. Mileage is 42000. Vehicle has fairly new Michelin tires, alloys, keyless, and other standard EX-L accessories.

    Vehicle is garaged, no damage inside or out, truly like new (yeah, I know you hear this all the time, but I am truly anal rententive about my vehicles!). No stains, door dings, scratches, or damage. All service records since new, no insurance claims or other issues. We are non-smokers, so the car still has that nice leather smell.

    Shows well. I am planning on selling it myself.

    What is your take in car land???

    Thanks in advance, your input is always welcome.
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    ..... in Greensboro, NC. ....... guess whats coming up.? ... Pinehurst and the US Open ...... that's what I'm talkin' about ........ ;)

    Anyhoo .............. 03 Pilot EX, we got the moo stuff, no runs no hits no errors, right color combo for the area, new Miks and the miles aren't too bad ..... if it's clean as you say it is, then down Retail Rd: $23,950 *asking* and kick it loose for the first $23/$23,5 .... you should get someone from the Raleigh/Durham, Winston/Salem area that will drive for a nice driver ...... I see you guys have been getting some serious rain up there ...

    Good luck, let me know ............

    Terry.
  • sandman46sandman46 Member Posts: 1,798
    Have you heard of any 1st year teething problems with the Jetta Value Edition? I really hate a 1st year model...2 many kinks to be worked out especially with VW's.
    Honestly, what do you think. They've offered $18,999 before T, T & L and the wife prefers the size of the Jetta. And do you think the price is fair? I'm dealing with the internet salesperson and he seems on the up and up. It's at Gunther VW in Coconut Creek Florida, just west of Pompano Beach.
    TIA bud as always. It's really like a mini BMW inside...very classy and something I truly believe the wife deserves even with her attitude lately. No matter what, I do want her to be happy...and maybe I'll even get to drive it. I told her that she'd have to maintain the car, but she knows I didn't mean that. And she knows that I'll be the one to negotiate and all she'll have to do is put as much down on our credit card as they will allow and then write a check for the rest. We have the Shell Mastercard and get free gas on all purchases and would love to put at least $5k on the card. The last 2 Nissan purchases had a $2k limit, so we had to settle for that.
    Stay dry up there man...it's been like a monsoon down here these past few days. Luckily my recent auto accident with my mail truck has kept me indoors answering phones all day! Do wish being with my customers though.

    The Sandman :)
  • nobeenobee Member Posts: 194
    HI Terry, thanks so much for the insight. Yes, I do live close to Dr. Crane--just updated my profile from S. Korea to Seattle, WA ;-)

    Thought I was going to pull the trigger last weekend but after spending an evening with the Pathfinder, I felt the interior was a bit on the poor side. At first glance, the interior looks sharp but after scrutinizing it a bit I further I found lots o' plastic and crappy materials being used....Perhaps I'll look into the 4Runner.

    Will keep you informed!
    -nobee
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    ..**Hi Terry,
    I'm in L.I. NY looking at a CPO BMW 2002 330 CIC. The dealer took $2000 off his asking price of $37,900, making my purchase price $35,900. I checked various valuation sites such as Kelly Blue Book, Edmunds, NADA, and others, and the $35,900 is consistent with retail prices.
    The car has 26,000 miles, auto trans, premium and cold weather packages among other features. $35,900 seems a little high, is this a good price, or should the price be lower?
    Thanks,
    Lauren
    ===================================

    In Longa island .... we have a 02 BMW 330 CI Convert .. we have the auto thing, cold pack, itty bitty miles, Prem pack and the color is a mystery ....

    If~ the rubber is brand new, the service is from yesterday, the interior looks like it's been hovered in, it doesn't have any paint by numbers, a *clean* history and it glows in the dark ... then the dealer might have paid the super tall $29's low low low $30ish figure for it ...... add the CPO - $1,200, then lets add a little this and that with the proper inspection and it might hit the table at "around" the tall $31ish low low low low $32ish figure . ........

    $35,900.? .. he won't be sending his kid to Columbia University on it, but try $34,5/$35,0 and see what happens ... depending on the color, it has short miles - and kinda hard to find .....



    Terry.
  • ncelkncelk Member Posts: 22
    Thanks for the quick response.

    Yeah, it is golf season, but PLEASE stop the rain. Maybe I can send some your way for all the help.

    I currently have it listed for $23,800 and would certainly think I can sell it within the range you give on retail road.

    Thanks again, I'll let you know how it turns out.

    You have been 2 for 2 in the last few years on values, so I value your input.

    Regards
  • mldj98mldj98 Member Posts: 378
    Terry,

    I am new to this topic but have been daily reader in most of the other forum topics.
    We are looking for some advice in a recent mistake we made in buying our last car. At the time we were looking at getting either a Honda Civic or an Accord...we messed around a little and kick some tires and decided to get the Civic. We now however think we made the wrong choice in car. We were wondering what type of deal we could get on this trade....your not going to believe this...but here it goes...

    2005 Honda Civic EX Special Edition 4 Door Automatic
    Tango Red (We live in Tampa, FL by the way)
    Actual Mileage: 275 miles (wow!)
    Showroom Condition...(in fact it might be cleaner now than when I took delivery!)

    If you could please give us any info on possible trade in numbers that would be great! Or perhaps what would be a good number to try and sell it privately?
    We would like to think that we are not the only ones that have made a mistake like this...but maybe we are the only ones that would admit to it.
    Thanks oh mighty car guy for your help!!!!!
    Your advice could save my marriage (Just kiddin' but the couch is getting old)

    Mike
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    ......... She sounds like the average buyer -- she's "all over the place" .....

    Most will start with an SUV, then decide that it might be too big or not sporty enough, then they might travel to a Mercury Marquis or a Passat .... the funny thing about these boards are, most folks read waaaay too much and they "think" they have found the perfect vehicle until they get to the dealership and actually see, feel and drive one .. then they're off to another fishing expedition ..l.o.l...... sometimes it's better to "look" first, then do the research ...

    Let me know on the Solara, It will be interesting to see how much your local carmax drops into it ... one carmax buyer dropped $19,5 last week at the auction on one very similiar to the one your looking at .. by that time, your Mom should be driving a Ford Focus ............ :shades:



    Terry.
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    Erie, PA (ZC 16509)
    2000 Nissan Maxima GLE
    58000 miles
    Silver Exterior / Black Leather
    Automatic, Sun Roof, Traction Control, Bose Sound, Heated Seats
    Condition:
    Interior - Very Good, Leather in great shape, carpets are clean
    Exterior - No Dents, A Few Scratches but overall clean paint for its age
    New Brakes all around
    Needs 2 new tires, all other routine maintenance is up to date
    I am looking for trade-in, and retail road as well.
    Thanks for the help !
    ==========================================

    In the State that's owned by the Teresa Heinz family ... we have a 00 Maxima GLE .. the color is right for anywhere, we have the Bozo sound, cold pack, auto, we have new stoppers, the service is ok, we need some round things and the miles are low for the year ...... if we have no paintwork, haven't followed behind too many salt trucks .. then trade side, in and around the mid/tall $9's, maybe the low low low low low $10's ...... down Retail Rd, super clean, super Ad and $12,490 *asking* and cut and snip at the first $11,5/$12,0 .....



    Terry.
  • fish8fish8 Member Posts: 2,282
    If your wife gets the new Jetta, I hope she enjoys it. I had a 2002 Jetta and bought a 2004.5 passat about a year ago and love VW's. Both have been great cars and very reliable (knock on wood).

    I went to get the oil changed in my Passat yesterday and sat in one of the new Jetta's and I was impressed. Real nice interior...as you said....very BMW like. I am very interested to see the new redesigned Passat. When my current lease is up i will look into a new Passat or maybe a Jetta again since they have increased in size..FYI...I think the max my dealer would allow me to put on a credit card was $1500-$2000.....good luck!!
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    ...... Yep, we've been getting a little rain .. and that means no golf carts on the courses, hey I ain't draggin' that friggin' big bag around ..l.o.l..... I'm very familiar with the "G" boys, and no I haven't heard anything "yet" on the new Jetta's .. hey, if it makes the ol' lady happy then pick it up the price seems right ....

    Terry.
  • olysanolysan Member Posts: 16
    Is this a good deal?

    St. Louis
    05 Yukon Denali
    9800 miles
    Black
    Nav
    Rear Seat DVD
    Captains Chairs
    Sunroof
    3rd seat
    GM Certified
    Dealer has it listed at $38600. Claims his manager is mad that he listed it so low, but will honor the price.

    Regards
    Mike
  • cohenfivecohenfive Member Posts: 85
    thanks in advance for the help. we are purchasing a subi lgt ltd wagon to replace the saab..my wife needs the extra utility of the wagon...anyway we need to sell the saab:

    99 9-5 4 cylinder turbo se, auto, black/ dark grey leather. 102k miles (mixed local/highway), good tires. never hit/no body work. car shows some signs of its age (door dings, some normal scratches, etc) but is running great mechanically. looks great all waxed up. car is loaded including front/rear heated seats and front vented seats.

    curious what people think this is worth in a private sale..sf bay area.
  • spektrespektre Member Posts: 80
    Terry,

    Can you give me some idea of what to expect on this:

    2004 Audi Allroad 2.7T

    13k
    Tiptronic
    Silver w/ grey two-tone Heated Leather
    Premium Pkg
    Xenons
    XM
    Winter Pkg
    Deep Round things
    No shopping cart wounds
    No FFFFs (that's French Fry Food Fights) inside

    Bought new last August - love it, but looking to move downscale in all areas - fuel consumption, pmt, and insurance premiums.

    Parked in a place where the Gov'na has a baseball glove for a first name and those who came out of the closet can get a gin-u-ine marriage license... :blush:
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,733
    I feel bad for this guy, so I'm trying to help by reposting a repost of a repost of a repost (i think) .... (not to mention, I'm curious how hard such a new car gets hit)

    2005 Honda Civic EX Special Edition 4 Door Automatic
    Tango Red (We live in Tampa, FL by the way)
    Actual Mileage: 275 miles (wow!)
    Showroom Condition...(in fact it might be cleaner now than when I took delivery!)

    If you could please give us any info on possible trade in numbers that would be great! Or perhaps what would be a good number to try and sell it privately?

    '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

  • woodywwwoodyww Member Posts: 1,806
    Jettas have an atrocious reliability record, as do most VW's. If you "have to buy it" however, I'd look into getting a VW Ext. Warranty, if they offer one.........& make sure you live close to a VW service dept.
  • newbee3newbee3 Member Posts: 5
    I want to trade-in my old car:

    Raleigh, NC
    1999 Ford Escort SE, 4dr, 4 cylinder, Automatic
    72,800 miles
    Color: White
    Options: CD changer, A/C, rear spoiler, auto locks and windows, cruise control
    Condition: Interior pretty clean. Exterior - few minor dings and scrathes. Tires in good condition, new battery, decent shape. Only major problem is with the transmission (problem with 2nd gear shifting), eventually has to be repaired, but at the moment the car is in running condition.

    Wanted to know the trade-in value and also private party sale value. Thanks in advance for your help.
  • jlawrence01jlawrence01 Member Posts: 1,757
    ****Only major problem is with the transmission (problem with 2nd gear shifting), eventually has to be repaired, but at the moment the car is in running condition. ***

    That is like telling the insurance agent "Yes, I have been in good health since my last heart attack."

    I can't think that the car is worth more than $3k in great condition. With a transmission problem, I would pass on the car. That repair may cost $1200-1800 to repair. In its current state, it is worth about $500.
  • dkuhajdadkuhajda Member Posts: 487
    The repair will cost approximately $1500, after repaired the car is worth private party retail in near perfect condition $2,900. I agree completely. $500 private party sale is about all of it. Trade side, the dealer will take it off your hands for disposal and not charge you to take it.
  • sandman46sandman46 Member Posts: 1,798
    This shop just opened up within 4 miles of our house and the Mazda dealer is 4 miles in the other direction, and they both seem like nice dealerships...online and in their shop. Am a bit nervous about VW's reliability and the 1st year model thing. But as I said earlier...her call...her dime...her car. End of story!
    TIA as usual guys...y'all actually make car buying seem like fun...and it should be!!!

    The Sandman :confuse:
  • hawkinswhawkinsw Member Posts: 2
    Terry & others,
    Need a little help. What can I expect from the car below. Thanx in advance

    Location: San Diego
    Year/Make/Model: 2000/Land rover/Disco II
    Body Style: SUV
    Engine: 8cyl
    Driveline:AWD
    Mileage:62000
    Color: blk/tan
    Major Options: dual pwr seats, auto, tow pkg, harmon kardon sound, 6 disc changer, perfomance pkg, Leather
    Condition: clean
    Details of interior and exterior, including dings, scratches etc: a couple of dings passanger door (narrow Parking spaces)
    Tires - new
    Brakes good
  • york2york2 Member Posts: 3
    I'm looking at a used 2004 G35 Coupe in Athens Blue with the following details:
    Location: Harrisburg, PA
    Year/Make/Model: 2004 Infiniti G35 Couple
    Body Style: 2dr
    Engine: 6Cyl
    Driveline: RWD
    Mileage: 9200 mile
    Color: Athens Blue/Charcoal
    Major Options: Performance package, vehicle dynamic control, power windows, sunroof, alloy wheels, Bose stereo
    Condition: Excellent
    No visible scratches
    Other: No insurance / accident claims

    The dealer is asking $32,995. Is this a fair price?
  • achenatorachenator Member Posts: 128
    I was looking at an 04 coupe 6spd with 11.5 k in loooziana a couple weeks ago. car was otherwise similarly equipped. twas diamond graphite(grey). Obi Wan Terry said the dealer probably had 28-29k in it. the dealer was asking 32,990. Judging by what I have seen private party on cars.com and autotrader.com,you should have some pretty good wiggle room.
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    ...** feel bad for this guy, so I'm trying to help by reposting a repost of a repost of a repost (i think) .... (not to mention, I'm curious how hard such a new car gets hit)
    2005 Honda Civic EX Special Edition 4 Door Automatic
    Tango Red (We live in Tampa, FL by the way)
    Actual Mileage: 275 miles (wow!)
    Showroom Condition...(in fact it might be cleaner now than when I took delivery!)
    If you could please give us any info on possible trade in numbers that would be great! Or perhaps what would be a good number to try and sell it privately?** ..
    ================================

    275 miles ......................? .. why are they trading it.?!?

    If it's like it was when it left the lot ... then trade side, in and around the super tall $13's low $14's .. might maybe get a dealer to travel towards the mid/tall $14's on a good day and they reeeeaally need the business ...... Retail Rd.? how much can you ask for a vehicle that can bought new for around the $17,9ish range .... $16,900 *asking* and grab the first $16,0/$16,5ish ..

    Terry.
  • graphicguygraphicguy Member Posts: 14,120
    q....This guy's in Tampa? I might be interested in that car for my son if the seller wants to get into the $16K territory + he splits shipping charges to OH with me.
    2024 Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD Long Range
  • vtecludevteclude Member Posts: 1
    What can I expect to get for this car. It has 60,000 miles good condition. Fairly new tires. No navigation.
  • ronsteveronsteve Member Posts: 1,234
    I have to admit that the Saab 9-2X and GM's desperate measures have got my attention... so what might I expect in trade for my current ride? I'm in Wilmington, NC and not sure if the transaction might take place here, or in Raleigh or Myrtle Beach.

    Now the details....
    2002 Honda Accord EX V6 coupe
    (that's V6/auto/comes with everything, including leather/sunroof/6 CD and all that)
    49,000 miles
    gold w/ tan leather interior

    exterior is free of dents/dings/scratches, but rear bumper cover has been replaced and some minor work to driver's door, in separate incidents.
    interior is clean, leather looks good but perhaps aging a little fast
    tires are new, brakes are original and down to about 25%
    all regular maintenance completed on time

    If anything I might be underselling by pointing out the subtle flaws. I'm sure a good appraiser will see them, but how much he/she will knock off, who knows?
    2015 Acura RDX AWD / 2021 VW TIguan SE 4Motion
  • mldj98mldj98 Member Posts: 378
    Terry,

    Thanks so much for you help in showing me the numbers on my car.
    I would also like to thank the other forum members for helping me as well.
    If the person who posted the interest in my car would like to email me offline about my car please feel free to click on my profile and you should be able to access my email address from there....
    Again, thanks to all for your help and I hope we are able to make a transaction on this car in order to satisfy our family needs...

    Wish me luck!!!!
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    .. **Is this a good deal?
    St. Louis
    05 Yukon Denali
    9800 miles
    Black
    Nav
    Rear Seat DVD
    Captains Chairs
    Sunroof
    3rd seat
    GM Certified
    Dealer has it listed at $38600. Claims his manager is mad that he listed it so low, but will honor the price.
    Regards
    Mike** ..
    ====================================

    Hey Mike .... 05 Denali .. 3rd seat, color almost works for the area, certified, slider, quads, 10k and the Disney package..? ....

    If-if-if-if-if the history is clean and no Maaco, then the dealer might have dropped the tall $35's low low low $36's in it .. figure the CPO and a few little things here and there and it probably hits the table in the low $37's ........ $38,600.? lets put it this way, I doubt anyone will be spending 3 weeks in Costa Rica .. sounds like he's just trying to turn and burn a unit .......



    Terry.
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    ...... Your welcome ...... let me know what happens ...

    Terry.
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    .. **thanks in advance for the help. we are purchasing a subie lgt ltd wagon to replace the saab.. my wife needs the extra utility of the wagon... anyway we need to sell the saab:
    99 9-5 4 cylinder turbo se, auto, black/ dark grey leather. 102k miles (mixed local/highway), good tires. never hit/no body work. car shows some signs of its age (door dings, some normal scratches, etc) but is running great mechanically. looks great all waxed up. car is loaded including front/rear heated seats and front vented seats.
    curious what people think this is worth in a private sale..sf bay area**
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    It's a 99 Saab 9-5 SE with (gulp) 102,000 miles ..... if the service has been 110%, the rubber is deep, the breeze is cold, everything works and it looks, feels and drives like 50k .. then it sounds like a $4,0/4,5 on the trade side -- down Retail Rd, super detail, super Ad, super lucky: $7,900 *asking* and cut that bad boy loose for the first $6,0/$7,0 ... the "books" show big money for these, but the getting part - is the tuff part ..... what might save this dude is the area and all the service records stuck to the mirror.

    Good luck and don't forget to let me know ....

    Terry.
  • rroyce10rroyce10 Member Posts: 9,332
    Found this at a local dealer:
    2000 BMW 323Ci (coupe)
    5-speed manual
    45,000 miles
    Dark gray over gray leather
    Sports package
    Premium Package
    Roof, 17" wheels, ABS, side airbags, CD,
    Located in Atlanta, GA
    Very clean for a 5 year old car.
    What is a fair price for this car?
    ====================================

    In Hotlanta ..... it's a 00 323CI coupe with a handshaker (where's the good news.?) .. well at least the miles are low, it's a dark Bimmer in a light world .. we have the sports pack, Prem pack and the slider ...... the dealer might have the tall $13's, maybe the low low low low $14's in it, maaaaaybe ... and $16,5ish would be aaaaaall the money on the planet for this dude .. coupes, handshakers and dark colors, bad combo and hard to sell .....

    Terry.
  • dkuhajdadkuhajda Member Posts: 487
    For less than $1,000 more, I would buy the brand new one. All GM dealers have super low prices marked on everything new right now. Apparantly they are selling them at employee prices. Local GMC dealer has 3 Yukon Denalis with the sun/sound package advertised for $39,500 locally. They say it is good through July 5th.

    How does one find out what are the real employee prices?
    Seems like this big GM sale would really hurt resale value of the used ones.
  • anonymouspostsanonymousposts Member Posts: 3,802
    on the BMW. Dealer wanted $19,998 for it AND upon further inspection we realized it did not have a sunroof? I was shocked. Reminds me of the time I saw a 1997 Lexus ES300 with cloth interior .. some things are just unexpected.

    On another note ..

    A co-worker is trying to work this deal out..

    Trade: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS (new body-style)
    3.5L engine
    16,000 miles
    Silver exterior/gray cloth interior
    Power windows, locks, mirrors, alloy wheels, CD player, factory remote start.
    Car is in good condition overall but she does have damage on the driver's side door where her sister swiped her with her Trailblazer.
    Interior is clean .. non-smoker. No rips or stains.

    Trying to purchase: 2002 Honda Odyssey
    EX model with cloth interior
    55,000 miles
    White exterior/cloth interior
    In OK condition .. needs a new windshield and the tires are a little worn.
    Runs great and the interior is clean.

    What's a fair trade/purchase price in the Atlanta market? Dealer offered $12,000 for the Malibu and wanted $19,500 for the Odyssey.
  • steine13steine13 Member Posts: 2,825
    "...and wanted $19,500 for the Odyssey."
    Ya might do your friends a favor and tell them to pinch their pennies and step up to a new one (or a new Sienna).
    4 years old, 55k, $20? Might maybe haggle down to $18,200???
    Forget it. Buy new or keep driving the Malibu, or do what I did and get a 99-02 Villager.

    Always happy to spend other people's money,
    -Mathias
  • spektrespektre Member Posts: 80
    Repost for you Terry:

    Can you give me some idea of what to expect on this:

    2004 Audi Allroad 2.7T

    13k
    Tiptronic
    Silver w/ grey two-tone Heated Leather
    Premium Pkg
    Xenons
    XM
    Winter Pkg
    Deep Round things
    No shopping cart wounds
    No FFFFs (that's French Fry Food Fights) inside

    Bought new last August - love it, but looking to move downscale in all areas - fuel consumption, pmt, and insurance premiums.

    Parked in a place where the Gov'na has a baseball glove for a first name and those who came out of the closet can get a gin-u-ine marriage license... :blush:
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