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2002 Nissan Maxima GLE 3.5L V6, 4 dr, Auto, FWD
Mileage: 24,200 (mostly highway, not a commuter car)
Location: Boston, MA
Major Options: Sunroof, Traction Control, heated seats, premium stereo...basically everything but the Navigation.
Condition: Very good condition. Minor paint blemish on back bumper. Interior is immaculate (no eating or drinking inside).
Tires: Front = just replaced 2 days ago (got a nail in one so I opted to replace 2 for even wear). Back 2 = original equipment.
Brakes: Original equip - Told are fine back dealer 2 days ago.
Any information you could provide would be very helpful. Thanks in advance!
Out west we don't use salt, just gravel, which equals lot of cracks. I've never seen the police ticket someone for a windshield crack. Irony is many states don't pay much attention to the mechanical safety of the car, just whether it passes emmissions.
I'm glad I could help .... $15,900 ..? .. you did pretty darn good.!
Terry
Anyway enjoy the new wheels ........
Terry.
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**
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Ya just got the darn thing ....!
IF ~~~ it's like new .. ya know, showroom and all and no Jack-in the Box wrappers all over the place .... then trade side, in and around the mid/tall $19's, maybe the low low low $20's depending on the dealer ..
Terry.
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.
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False pride can be veeeeery expensive .....
$16,500 ....? .. 80k - it's been what, almost 2 months.? .. and winter is coming.?
I would cut that thing from the herd so fast it would look like the second coming of Jesus ....
Tell him to check his email .. I think Home Depot is having a 20% off sale this weekend ....
Terry
4cyl automatic
silver with black leather
sunroof, alloys, good shape
Tires have 60% tread
Good-looking car, no serious accidents but left rr qpanel
got backed in to & fixed properly.
No problems, pretty-looking car.
What'll that bring private party in Lansing, MI?
A buddy of mine owns it; he inherited a 16k 2003 LW200 from his dad who no longer drives.
The Saturn/Opel has had more visits to the dealership than the Toyota did in the 3 years he's owned it.
Electrical problems, see.
TIA,
-Mathias
Retail Rd.? .. papers, service, big bath, a picture of Elvis on the dash ... $8,5/$8,9 *asking* and I'm sure it will find a new driveway for $7,5/$7,9 ....
Terry.
DANG that's a lot of money for a 7-year-old car in the rust belt....
Thanks, bud! -m
Nutty, ain't it:
10/18/05 IMPERIAL Regular $6,400 76,457 Avg BLACK 4G A Yes
10/20/05 SO CAL Regular $6,350 90,830 Avg SILVER 4G A Yes
10/11/05 GA DLRS Regular $6,600 92,463 Avg GREEN 4G A Yes
10/19/05 NADE Regular $5,400 95,487 Avg RED 4G Yes
10/25/05 LOUISVLL Lease $5,100 98,728 Avg SILVER 4G A Yes
10/17/05 AYCOCK Lease $4,100 106,772 Below RED 4G A Yes
10/27/05 PENSCOLA Regular $5,400 106,779 Avg RED 4G A Yes
10/11/05 ARENA Lease $3,150 110,941 Below BLACK 4G A Yes
10/05/05 DAYTONA Regular $4,700 120,175 Avg WHITE 4G 5 Yes
10/04/05 TENN Regular $3,550 189,798 Below SILVER 4G No
I just ran a 00 SE thru with 118k, not particularly a nice vehicle with "Mucho" visits to Maaco and a 3 tone gold paint job and it did $6,400 .....
Terry :sick:
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 and a stint, 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.
Sounds pretty nice ... no miles, good color, auto and Granny has a new bag ..... trade side, in and around the super tall $15's low low low low low $16's ...
Medical Technology today really astounds me ... one of my bestest friends, his Dad (now 91) had hip surgery 2 years ago ... 4 days in the hospital, 6 weeks rehab and he was walking 2 miles a day 3 months later ... now, he almost beats me in golf and you have to drag him of the ladder because he cleans his own gutters .... science, ya gotta love it --- only 20 some years ago a a hip accident could mean the kiss of death ...
Granny, can I have the next dance ........?
Terry.
But it really has a simple solution, everyone should pay into it - no matter how much they make .... this idea of letting people invest is psychotic .. most people today don't have 40/60 days of savings, can you imagine if you let them invest some of their own S/S money ..l.o.l...
Terry.
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
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It's a 99 Chevy Express low top Sherrod Conversion van with 80k with dual breeze - and hopefully a three quarter ton .... what can I say, no big seller here - even if it glows in the dark and it needs -0- ....
Trade side, it might be worth in and around the mid/tall $4's, might get a dealer to drop the low/mid $5's in it if he already has a home for it ...... Retail Rd.? .. $7,500ish would be ALL the $$ in the universe - or any other universe for that matter ...... $9,400.?? .. there better be a new Omega Constellation in the console for that kind of money ...
Terry.
Sport Package
Comfort Seats
Black/black
premium sound package
Wide screen navigation
xenons
steptronic
sunroof
power sun shades
new michelin tires
new brakes
no accidents
looks very clean inside and out
minor road rash on 3 rims
all books and records
Thanks for any information!
Tony
Sport Package
Comfort Seats
Black/black
premium sound package
Wide screen navigation
xenons
steptronic
sunroof
power sun shades
new michelin tires
new brakes
no accidents
looks very clean inside and out
minor road rash on 3 rims
all books and records
Thanks for any information!
Tony
Terry - if there is one I'll take it of your hands.
2000 Honda CRV LX
Automatic
AWD
Silver
57,800 miles
Remote keyless entry
Cloth seats
Cassette player
A couple of very minor scratches on the door and a couple on the hood, otherwise in excellent shape.
Tires are top of the line Goodyears with less than 5,000 miles on them
Performed regular maintenance (oil changes, etc.)
Never been in a wreck of any kind.
I'm the 2nd owner and have had it for almost 3 years.
Trading in Raleigh, NC
Thanks!
60,100 miles; 2nd owner; tires are Michelin Pilot Sport A/S
with about 1,000 miles on them; performed all scheduled oil changes and maintenance with records; never been in an accident; no scratches or dings; new brakes. Hope this extra info helps. Thanks in advance for any help in determining trade-in value!
Sport Package
Comfort Seats
Black/black
premium sound package
Wide screen navigation
xenons
steptronic
sunroof
power sun shades
new michelin tires
new brakes
no accidents
looks very clean inside and out
minor road rash on 3 rims
all books and records
Thanks for any information!
Tony
As of today, you live in Philly .....
We have a 01 BMW 740i with 60,000 low low low miles .... the color is good for Philly, would kill ya in Tampa or Dallas, the round things are new, we have the nav, sport pack, blinders, shades, slider, you say the stoppers are newish and you've dragging the rims all over town .....
If~ the seats look hovered in, no I dragged my golf clubs all over the rear fender, no $2.00 car washes, no paint by numbers, the service is 110% and it looks/drives and feels like an 05 ..... then trade side, in and around the low/mid $20ish figure (depending on the wheels) might maybe "could" get a dealer to wander towards the $21 figure if it glows in the dark and it needs -0- .... if it needs stuff, start deducting ...
If it's as nice as you think it is, then I would run this dude down Retail Rd .. the old body style sells well and the new body style just says BMW, thats it ... get with the Dukes of Detail, finish any service, place a Fat Daddy Donald Trump Ad in the big paper and online, and: $25,900 *asking* and cry and whimper at $24,5/$25,5 ... but take it ..... what do you think it's worth.?
Good luck and let me know what happens ....
Terry.
Terry.
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!
What should I expect to get for this car. Thanks
Boston, MA
2000 Honda Odyssey EX
Minivan
3.5L V6
FWD
61K miles
White Exterior, Gray Cloth Interior
Straight EX with no options - typical EX goodies
No dings or dents or scratches. Minor scuff on way bottom of front bumper which has been touched up. Paint shiny and regular zainoed. Bumper skins replaced at one time due to low speed hits - no other work.
Interior to have a spa treatment shortly.
Tires are new. Brakes have about 20K on them. Maintenance done to Honda severe schedule.
Have a Honda 7 yr 100K warranty that is transferable in a private sale.
What say you??
There's a form just above the area where you type your post. Please use it as a guide to provide the expert(s) with the necessary information.
Auto/Manual transmission?
WHERE? Esp. important on a Subie; these get decent money anywhere but esp. in the NE, in CO, and whereever thyere's snow.
Color?
Tires? (not how many; what shape are they in)
Plus a few warm words about the general condition of the car would be nice. Do you smoke, lug smelly dogs around... that sort of thing. ALL dogs are smelly, btw, for the purpose of usec car sales.
Subies get sick money, though, you might be pleasantly surprised. For an auto with so-so tires in no-sale green, I'm gonna guess... oh... $6,500 trade-in if it's nice and hasn't had any paint/body work.
-Mathias
Here is additional info
Auto transmission,
I live in mississippi, so no snow
Red color
Tires - Michelin HydroEdge about 8 month old, great condition, perfect for rain
This is a great car. I had it for 4 years and never had any problems with it. I drove it primarily on highway. I love this car, but it got small for my growing family.
you wrote.........
.... **Anybody check the 19th Hole? ** ....l..o..l.....
Actually, "I have" been playing a lot of golf (except for Tammy that just blew in and out) I just loooooove those new hybrids ... you don't get a single digit handicap hangin' out at the 19th hole .. even though I've been told everyone at the 19th hole has one ..l.o.l...
Anywaaaaaaaaaay ................... on the left side of the state .. we have a 05 Acura TSX with tiny little miles, but no Nav, right ..? ... the color is right, we got the auto thing, we got the hydes, slider, etc etc etc .. and you say it's clean, garaged and in good shape ......... trade side, in and around the mid/tall $23's, might maybe "could" see a dealer get nutty and drop the low low low low low low low $24's in it because of the color and those baby blue miles -- maybe ............................ let me know how it goes .............
Terry
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Did the deed this weekend.....got the $23.5K on my trade (05 TSX).....busted outta there on an 06 Accord Sedan EX-V6
for $24.8 plus TTL.....not a bad deal.....hated to release my TSX....but the sun will continue to rise....back to the heartland I go!!!!!
Just one more question for ya Terry....does the ball roll better when the ground is frozen? Trying to get my driving distance up to that "other guy"...I think his name is Tiger!!
Thanks as always Terry....you were right on the money!!!!
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
I know I'm top heavy on it, so I just want to know how top heavy.
You pegged the value at 2,500 down retail road. Right on the money, as usual. But I did not want the hassle of selling it on my own, so when carmax offered 2,000, I jumped on it. Thanks!
2000 nissan frontier xe king cab 4x4
5 speed...v6
58000 miles
maroon
tires approx 80% worn
everything in great mechanical condition. Interior/exterior also in great condition
also have a matching cap $975..cd player..bedliner
Thanks
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
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
*Rear A/C
*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)
Details:
2002 Nissan Maxima GLE 3.5L V6, 4 dr, Auto, FWD
Mileage: 24,200 (mostly highway, not a commuter car)
Location: Boston, MA
Color: Black Exterior; grey leather interior
Major Options: Sunroof, Traction Control, heated seats, premium stereo...basically everything but the Navigation System.
Condition: Very good condition. Minor paint blemish on back bumper. Interior is immaculate (no eating or drinking inside).
Tires: Front = just replaced 2 days ago (got a nail in one so I opted to replace 2 for even wear). Back 2 = original equipment.
Brakes: Original equip - Told are fine by dealer 2 days ago.
Any information you could provide would be very helpful. Thanks in advance!
Seems to me that you will be taking a bath on depreciation on a car that will probably last forever. Plus the buyer will likely know that you have a new engine.
Would trade the car in as opposed to selling on my own to remove any liability on my part. I just worry about things such as the tranny going bad. Nissan's reliability is great, but you figure one in a 1000 or so is going to be sub-par. If the engine went, why not the rest?
I see people get rid of cars because of some problem that they ***might*** have sometime in the future. I prefer to wait until I do have the problem ... at 150k miles or more.
1997 Mountaineer (white over silver)
V8, runs great, 79,000 miles
Tires have about 35K miles on them but look good.
Interior is perfect, carpet looks new, leather seats, CD changer, top grade stereo.
The exterior is in good condition...except for a dent about the size of a tennis ball behind the left rear door (some Bozo backed in to me in a parking lot).
First, I'd like input on what it might bring on trade and secondly, would it be worth spending $500 to fix the dent before talking deal?
Thanks for the help!
Heck, there are Hondas that have had trannys replaced. It would be different if you had a VW or LR that are known for needing lots of expensive repairs. I think you're probably worrying way too much, esp. with a warranty thru Mar 07(!). .....btw, have you done a carfax to see if the engine repair shows up?
Haven't done a carfax.
2000 Honda CRV LX
Automatic
AWD
Silver
57,800 miles
Remote keyless entry
Cloth seats
Cassette player
A couple of very minor scratches on the door and a couple on the hood, otherwise in excellent shape.
Tires are top of the line Goodyears with less than 5,000 miles on them
Performed regular maintenance (oil changes, etc.)
Never been in a wreck of any kind.
I'm the 2nd owner and have had it for almost 3 years.
Trading in Raleigh, NC
Thanks!**
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Up there in the Triad area ..... we have a 00 Honda CRV LX with 58k .... the color is right, the rubber is deep, we got the auto thing and it's a 4wd .... except for a few kisses here and there and if we don't have any Dutch Boys, all the service is complete and no Bonnie and Clyde interior ... then trade side, in and around the mid/tall $9's, "might" maybe get a dealer to wander into the low low low low low low $10's if the alignment between Saturn and Jupiter is correct and it needs -0- .....
Me personally, I would send this dude down Retail Rd .. super detail, superb Ad and: $12,900 *asking* and let someone slap ya silly at $11,5/$12,5 .. but take it ..... properly done, it won't last long .... I have a stupid feelin' that $11,9 is going to be the target price ....
Don't forget to let me know .........
Terry
for $24.8 plus TTL..... not a bad deal..... hated to release my TSX.... but the sun will continue to rise.... back to the heartland I go!!!!!
Just one more question for ya Terry.... does the ball roll better when the ground is frozen? Trying to get my driving distance up to that "other guy"...I think his name is Tiger!!
Thanks as always Terry ....you were right on the money!!!!**
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Like my Great Grand Daddy used to say: .. "even a blind squirrel can find a nut here and there" ..
It's funny you brought up the question: ""does the ball roll better when the ground is frozen?"" .... I was just reading an article that says the colder the weather, the harder the ball - so the shorter the ball flight ... by the way, I'm trying to book Pinehurst for a weeks play ....
Thanks for the update and I'm glad things worked out ..
Terry.
Terry.
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!
I'm debating on whether to trade or sell privately my '99 Grand Cherokee...an '06 GC will be its replacement.
The info:
99 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
Located near Providence, RI
4.7 V8, 4x4
70,000 miles
Light beige (champagne?) exterior, with matching leather.
Has all options for the year, including sunroof, Infinity sound with changer, Quadratrak, Towing pkg (never used), heated seats, etc.
I bought it in '02 as a certified pre-owned, it's under the 8/80 warranty until 2/07. I've taken good care of it, meaning weekly hand-washes + interior cleaning, waxed every three months. No accidents or paintwork ever. Maybe a few tiny stone chips on the front bumper, that's it. Plus a small stain on the rear seat carpet, about 1.5" in diameter.
All service is current, records available. Michelin's are at 90% of new all around. New brakes all around 5,000 miles ago. A/C blows cold, but not as cold as it should be.
Nice vehicle overall, a lot of people think its newer.
Any idea what it's worth on a trade and for private party? One Jeep dealer offered $6,800, which I'm guessing is in the ballpark but a little low. My payoff is $6,000.