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Ah, OK. I did not know that. Hmmm... I'm not sure how I would word that in that case. Not many shoppers would know there was a known defect, so I think alot of folks would think like me and say "geez. a new top already? this must not have been taken care of."
Maybe "Factory softtop replaced with better quality aftermarket" ... ??? I dunno. I'm just guessing here.
'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
Also, don't use a "firm" price. Would you really let a suitcase of money walk away if it were $150 less than you wanted?
People love to bargain, so don't cut them off from the opportunity.
Last thought--the quote about "needs very little maintenance" is ominous, like you forgot to do something. I read it the wrong way initially.
Also.. all of the little extras.. CAI, shift-boots, etc... Leave those for when you show the car. In person, it might look like you are obsessive about your car's appearance, etc.. (and that's a good thing). But, in the ad, it looks like you might like to modify your car.. and that will scare people off.
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2002 HONDA S2000 CONVERTIBLE – 34,500 MILES. PRISTINE CONDITION INSIDE AND OUT!! SQUEAKY CLEAN TITLE.
VIN - JHMAP11472T000116
FORMULA RED / BLACK INTERIOR, DETACHABLE HARD TOP, INGEN Cold air flow intake, Tasteful cosmetic enhancements, NEVER TRACKED, ALWAYS BABIED, Factory Convertible top replaced, Lovingly cared for, Meticulously and repeatedly hand detailed by me with ZAINO SHOW CAR PRODUCTS, Pictures do no justice for this car – You have to see it to believe it!!!
Priced low for a quick sale – This car will actually cost you way more next spring!!!
Edmunds.com PRIVATE PARTY VALUE IS US$ 20,300/-. ASKING US$ 19,988.
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I doubt it would be any better on a Caliber, Focus, Civic, etc.
Defer payments for 90 days, 6 year loan, high interest, this is a worse-case scenario basically.
If she needs a bigger car she should seriously consider getting a used or CPO car until she's no longer upside down. She should not buy new under any circumstances!
That girl needs some credit counseling, too.
Is that Carfax's quarantee? How long? Why? (just cause they dont like it or something broke?) Be careful, cause people could take you to court for that.
2025 Toyota Crown Signia Hybrid, 2022 Ram 2500 Laramie 6.4 Hemi, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata PRHT
By the way, GOOD NEWS!!
I don't have to sell it anymore - I am out of the emotional tight corner I was in. The wifey comes home after work and goes, "Do we really have to sell this?!?!".
I go, Aside from the fact that the answer is no, May I ask what prompted the thought?" and she goes "Well, It just handles like nothing else I have ever driven!!" so, there I have it - I get to keep my baby - YEEAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYY!!!! :shades: :shades: :shades: :shades:
RWD
54K miles
Steel Blue/ Black leather
Premium package
Sport package
Heated seats
Xenon headlamps
Cosmetically good--excellent for age/mileage
Interior spotless
Good tires
All dealer service up-to-date
Cincinnati area
Thanks!!
kyfdx
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would that be stick or auto?
'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
Steptronic...
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It used to be my wife's car.... sold it to a friend of mine a couple of years ago... Now that it's out of warranty, they are dreading repairs..
If they sell it themselves, I'm thinking ask $18,500, and let it go for anything over $17K?
It's a beautiful car... About as loaded as you can get a 325i..
regards,
kyfdx
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Haven't seen brentwood around for a little while..
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2003 Toyota Corolla LE
1.8L 4 sp Auto
Mileage: 90,000
Color: Silver/Gray
Options: Cruise Control, Upgraded stereo
Condition:
A few minor door dings, scratches on the bumpers
Tires: Front are new, back are 50%
All required maintenance has been done
I'm the original owner. Never been in an accident
What can I expect for trading in? Should I try to sell it myself, since the mileage is on the high side?
Thanks
Need to know if I should trade in my TUNDRA or sell privately. No bites from parked "FOR SALE" or from CL ad. $11,900
Pics and copy here; http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/car/465590602.html
Seattle, WA
2000 Tundra SR5 V8 4-door Access Cab
78,628 miles, one owner, non smoker
Tow Package
Cold Weather Package, heavy duty battery and starter
Premium wheels package
4.7 ltr V8
AT
Cruise
Tilt
POWER: Windows, locks, mirrors (chrome)
AC
Captains chairs (arm rests!)
Bed liner
Fog Lights
Rear window slider
Tinted windows, rear and back
Aux 12V power jack
AM/FM, CD, even cassette -great sounding stock system
If there are dents, problems, etc., deduct accordingly.
Craigslist is a strange animal because so many of the vehicles offered are on their last legs. Tons of high mileage cars with normal mileage pricing that get relisted again and again. Never have understood why the "books" are so low on how much should be deducted for high mileage.
A nice vehicle with a fair price will go fast on CL - same with cheapos that still have some life in them.
Looks to have the normal premium/sport package stuff (roof, leather, etc.).
Key point: It is a 6 speed stick.
And, only 15K on it somehow.
Assuming not hits/runs/errors, how much would this be worth on trade and retail?
Oh, not sure if it is certified, so if you could ball park with/whithout, I will gladly pay double the normal fee.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
It is a 4 door, and G35. Must have had I30 on the brain.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
'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
Looks to have the normal premium/sport package stuff (roof, leather, etc.).
Key point: It is a 6 speed stick.
And, only 15K on it somehow.
Assuming not hits/runs/errors, how much would this be worth on trade and retail?
Oh, not sure if it is certified, so if you could ball park with/whithout, I will gladly pay double the normal fee.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Figure $1000 hit for the manual, so the car should bring $17000 trade.
Figure low $20's retail.
Figure low $20's retail.
Yikes! You are much more generous than I. If $17k, then my target is no more than $19k ... unless certified ... then $20k is the absolute limit.
hey, stickguy .... whereabouts would this be located? ;b
'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
02 Senta GXE 5spd, silver, 54K miles
pw, pdl, pm, am/fm/cd
Light damage in front (hood and front plastic, but not the fenders)but repaired before I got it...now paint (clearcoat) on hood is peeling
Otherwise in good condition
Wanted
07 Yaris base lifback base 5spd, white, 16K miles
AC, manual windows/locks/mirrors, rear defogger and wiper
Both cars in Columbia, SC.
TIA
IF you can buy the car at auction for $17,000, then you have say $200 shipping, $500 PAC, $300 Re-con.
You are in the car $18,000.
Most U/C guys are gonna want to make $3000 on the car, so you put it on the lot for $24,995, and discount from there.
Hood needs a re-paint, which will run $500-800 or so to do it right.
Figure the car at $4000, unless it has a bad Carfax, or the rest of the repair is really noticeable.
in the paper at $21,995. Not sure about the certified piece (or if they still have it..)
I would much rather have one of those than a V6 Accord.
No offense! Especially since I think you would too.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I would appreciate an accurate trade-in value for a
2007 Chevrolet Silverado New Body Style
Extended Cab, Standard Bed
Work Truck (WT)
4.8L
Cruise Control
Heavy Duty Trailering Equipment
Heavy Duty Suspension
LS Package
11,000 miles
new condition
zip code: 70057
Thanks
Thanks. Carfax says collision with light damage. I don't NEED a car and it is running well so I may just keep it til 100K.
Any idea on the Yaris?
An acquaintance of mine is moving to New York and selling his 2005 Chevy 1500 Silverado 4 WD v6. Dark metallic green/gray interior, 18,000 miles. Power steering and brakes, AM-FM stereo with CD player. Virtually brand new with 10 months warranty left. Automatic, power and air but no power windows or locks. Bought new. Spray on Rhino bed liner. Original 17 inch tires, spare never used and all have plenty of tread.
This is not a fancy truck but it is not a stripped work truck either. Just what I am looking for. $13,500. Good deal?
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
I would much rather have one of those than a V6 Accord.
why do you think i asked you where it is? ;b
'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
what they want and what i should pay are not the same, of course.
with the help of this board, I have consistently paid $1500-$2k over trade-in value on my cars for several years now. That was ~$1800 over on my certified S70, ~$2000 over for my certified LSv8, and ~$1k over on my 350z.
'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
Understood. But, when you have a REALLY low mile car, U/C managers tend to be VERY proud of them,and they weill hold out until they get the buyer they want.
wholesale, its prob. an $11-12,000 truck.
Location: Los Angeles
Year/Make/Model: Acura TL 2004
Body Style: 2DR
Engine: 3.2L V6 Auto
Mileage: 41000
Color: gray/taupe
Major Options: sun roof, navigation
Condition: would rate as good,
Tires - will likely need new tires soon
Brakes
Maintenance
Other: Clean Car Fax
Location: Los Angeles
Year/Make/Model: Acura TL 2005
Body Style: 2DR
Engine: 3.2L V6 Auto
Mileage: 38000
Color: blue/taupe
Major Options: sun roof, navigation
Condition: good
Tires - good
Brakes
Maintenance
Other: Clean Car Fax
The cars in my list weren't all that tough to come by.
'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
Las Vegas, NV
1998 Acura 3.0 CL Premium
V6/Automatic
FWD
82,800 miles
Cyclone blue with black leather interior
Sun roof, heated seats, heated side mirrors, climate control.
Interior is like new, shows only a little wear. Carpet is perfect. Exterior has one dime size ding on the roof and very few paint chips.
Tires are new within 4 months
New rear brembo rotors and pads 3 months ago, will need fronts within the next 2 months.
All maintenance up to date as I know of, I've owned the car two years. Has had transmission rebuild.
No prior damage or repaints to my knowledge.
Thanks!
Just wondering the trade in # for:
Location: Philadelphia
Year/Make/Model: 2003 Toyota Camry LE
Body Style: 4 door sedan
Engine: 2.4L 4cyl, automatic
Driveline: FWD
Mileage: 50,000
Color: Silver
Major Options: None
Condition: good and no collision damages.
Thanks.
Mike
Year/Make/Model: 2000 honda accord ex
Body Style: 4dr
Engine: 6 cyl auto
Driveline: fwd
Mileage: 35000
Color: dark green
Major Options: alloys sunroof leather
Condition:
Good condition/ clean no accidents
Tires- good shape...dealer serviced
Thanx ahead of time!