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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,736
    That's ok. I've now got 2 to ask about. :)

    Curious what this would bring at auction.

    2001 PT Cruiser Limited automatic. Looks like a copper color. Only 31k miles. In NJ.

    Also found an '05 PT Cruiser. Silver. Its pretty basic. I believe its a stick. power windows and locks. AC. That's about it. Only 28k miles on this one. Used car dealer has it listed at $7500, which is about what other dealers are asking for '01 and '02s. So I'm suspicious. Then again, if its a base model.... ?

    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

  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    You are probably going to be in the low $20's.

    Car models are phased out all the time, it doesn't have a bearing on trade in value.
    Miles, condition and supply have more bearing.
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    The 01 would probably bring $4-5,000 at auction.

    05 Base would bring @ $6000
  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,825
    Was hoping to get some feedback from volvomax, even though others have been kind enough to respond.

    Location: Philadelphia, PA (or Pittsburgh PA depending on if that helps it or not, my son can sell it at school)

    Year/Make/Model: 2001 Ford Taurus SEL
    Engine: 3.0L V6 24V (Duratec Engine)
    Mileage: 60,500 (mostly highway since my son drives between pittsburgh and columbus up to twice a month weekend)
    Color: Black
    Major Options: Mach Audio System with CD Changer, as well as aftermarket Sirius Sportster professionally installed (Hardwired to the stereo- not FM Modulated and it created an AUX jack as well), Leather, 5 passenger seating (center console mounted shifter), Auto Climate Control, Sunroof, Rear Spoiler, the SEL Wheels
    Condition: Car is extremely clean- meticulously maintained by my son- we have all the records for it since we bought it 4 years ago, body is in good shape for a car pushing 8/9 years old (original in service is 9/2000), Brakes are good, Tires are new, interior is in great shape.
    Other: Had a minor incident when I backed my excursion into the drivers side rear door- door was replaced. You can only tell if you look hard for it, but it happened and I couldn't sell it without disclosing it.

    60k mile was service was already completed, Tires are only 10-15,000 miles old- Bridgestone Turanaza All-seasons.

    I figure to advertise it locally- put a for sale sign on it too- craigslist, auto trader, etc and ask $4995- let it go for 4500ish

    What do you think?
    2025 Jetta GLI Autobahn, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    That sounds about right. Car would probably bring $3,000 on a trade.
  • linmar1linmar1 Member Posts: 2
    Thanks so much, I really appreciate it!
    Did you mean $18-20K private party or $18-20K dealer price?
    If I end up selling or trading it, I'll write back in and let you know what it went for.
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,736
    Thanks again, vmax.
    Sounds like the '05 is a better value.

    '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

  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Private.
  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,806
    Volvo,
    Any idea on values of 05 acura mdx in post 36416
    tires are yokohama all seasons

    thanks,
    Mark
  • chloe_6chloe_6 Member Posts: 10
    They're asking $23,500. Thoughts?
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    Try Carfax on this one as the low miles will be attractive. The market is bad for 'em right now (Ford has a four grand rebate on '08s in many places).
  • kylechoffmankylechoffman Member Posts: 79
    Premium Package
    Versatility Package
    Integrated Motorola Bluetooth
    Rear Volvo cargo Cover

    Tires and Brakes new at 25K through Volvo Dealer
    Interior and Exterior are excellent per Edmunds/ KBB ratings
    All maintenance done according to schedule at volvo dealers

    30K miles

    Located in Socal - thoughts on trade in value at a volvo dealer?

    Thanks in advance volvomax
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Trade in @ $14,000

    Xtended warranty adds no value to a dealer,but would if you sold the car privately.
    Figure private party in the $16-18,000 range.
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Avg price.
    Should be @ $1500 wiggle room easy. Assuming that it is NOT a CPO car.
    Otherwise, it's a good price w/ CPO.
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    $16-17,000
  • bachelierbachelier Member Posts: 1
    My First time on this board. The local BMW dealer has a

    * 545i (loaded with all options - sport, premium, cold weather).
    * Metallic Silver with Grey Leather
    * 45,000 Miles

    Seems to drive fine. He wants 33K for it (and I believe the vehicle has extended maintenance for 100K miles as well). Is this a good deal or should I try to bargain him down further?

    I am also a bit confused between the 545i from the 05 vintage vs later year 530i (I think the 530's are a couple of grand more).
    Is the V8 worth buying a earlier year model as compared to the 530s?
    Is the Inline 6 much more reliable than the V8?

    Thanks in advance!
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,736
    OUCH!
    So that means trade-in value on my '05 has dropped about $6k in just 6 months. :(

    '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

  • kylechoffmankylechoffman Member Posts: 79
    Damn thats brutal - might need to "hire" someone to take it down to TJ if I really grow tired of it. ;) . But in all seriousness, I knew it was sub 20, just wanted to confirm as I have seen some varying pricing. My guess is there are realistic people and people that are probably underwater based on some other issues (our awesome economy).

    Heres hoping gas dumps to sub 2 bucks and SUVs become attractive again.
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    OUCH!
    So that means trade-in value on my '05 has dropped about $6k in just 6 months

    Yes, you and everyone else w/ an SUV.
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Heres hoping gas dumps to sub 2 bucks and SUVs become attractive again.

    It's already happening.
    So far, we have sold 6 used XC90's this month.
    So, people are coming back to SUV's. Party due to the price of gas,but also partly due to the fact that SUV's are steals right now.
    Frankly, I don't see the prices, trade in or retail going up again.
  • cecilt1cecilt1 Member Posts: 74
    What is trade in value of the following. Thanks

    VA
    2007 Acura TL Type S
    3.5L
    FWD, 6 speed manual transmission
    22k miles
    Color is carbon bronze pearl
    fully loaded with navigation
    Good condition
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Should be somewhere in the $24's.
  • woodywwwoodyww Member Posts: 1,806
    I sure volvo can walk you thru all this; altho there are other forums & sites like roadfly to ask specific E60 questions. (which year, options, engines are more desirable, etc.).

    You should really get all the research done possible before buying a V8, 4 y.o., 45K mile bmw. Somewhat OT, I just saw a pic of a "BMW E61 patrolcar of the German Federal Police" on Wikapedia.....very cool.
  • azactecazactec Member Posts: 2
    Thinking of making an offer. Alaska, 1 owner trade-in, non certified.
    Dealer asking $18,000
    Reg. cab, short bed, 4x4
    6,500 miles
    SLT,TRX Off Road pkg.
    5.7 Hemi
    Auto
    limited slip
    fog lights
    17" alloy wheels
    ABS
    Very good-excellent cond.
    Thinking a reg. cab not being in high demand may factor in offer. What would be a good offer or starting point for negotiations? Thanks
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Wholesale is probably in the $15-16,000 neighborhood.
    You should have a grand to $1500 to workwith.
  • azactecazactec Member Posts: 2
    Volvomax, appreciate the quick reply. Have a great weekend. Thanks
  • mlacombemlacombe Member Posts: 10
    I'm looking to purchase a 2005 mazda mpv lx with cloth seats, 60000 miles, and NO power sliding door, and NO side airbags. I want to trade my 1999 honda crv with 110,000 miles its also the plain version with cloth seats. What would be good numbers for this deal. Thanks for your help. Sorry, if I'm posting the the wrong forumn.
  • lka1224lka1224 Member Posts: 6
    hi volvomax, can i ask for your opinion on this car please?

    XC90 2006 Ocean Race Edition
    CPO
    16,500 miles
    Nav + Moonroof + some other goodies

    Dealer final offer = $28,000

    Assume it's in 'excellent' condition (KBB trade-in = $24,890)

    Seems a bit high still, but compared to others in the area it's the lowest... Thanks for your help!

    p.s. Do these cars ::need:: premium fuel?
  • mikefm58mikefm58 Member Posts: 2,882
    Read the orange paragraph at the bottom and use that format when requesting trade numbers.
  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,806
    Thanks Volvomax
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Most of these were running over the block for $21-22,000

    Unless the dealer buried himself(and he may have depending on how long he's had the truck) there should be some room left.

    As for the fuel, if you want to get the most out of the V8,use Premium.
  • mlacombemlacombe Member Posts: 10
    ok I'll try again

    I want to buy
    Louisiana
    2005 mazda mpv lx
    5 door mini van
    v6 engine
    fwd
    65000mi
    silver
    power door locks, power windows, dvd player
    condition seems ok

    I want to trade
    1999 honda crv
    5 door mini suv
    fwd
    125000mi
    red
    power locks, windows, roof rails
    condition one bad spot on paint, one missing wheel cap, slight steering wheel vibration

    What type of numbers should I be looking at on this deal. I made an offer of $5000 cash plus my trade in. They told me I was being unreasonable, but then they called me 4 times today to try and get the deal done. They kept changing the prices all around but they varied from 7500 to 9000 plus my trade plus TTL.

    thanks
  • docsmittydocsmitty Member Posts: 1
    Location: Lincoln, Nebraska ( Will be moving to NY less than 2 months, please tell me if the price would be higher there)
    Year/Make/Model: 2002 Honda Accord
    Body Style: Coupe
    Engine: 3.0 Liter V6, Automatic
    Driveline: FWD
    Mileage: 69,000
    Color: Red, Ivory leather interior
    Major Options: EX Trim: Leather, power moonroof, alloy wheels, power driver's seat, ABS, Homelink garage remote
    Condition:
    Exterior: Recent hail damage. The hail dings are very small. Most people seeing my car need to have the dents pointed out to them, but they are everywhere. Insurance appraised damage at $4000. Impossible to see dings in photos I have posted online. Aside from that, the exterior would be Good to Excellent by KBB standards.

    Interior: Small rips along stitching seams on the driver's side bolster (where you would rub getting into the car) Leather is in good shape aside from that. Minor discoloration on passenger side floor mat.

    Tires: New
    Brakes: New
    Maintenance: Performed regularly, have records since purchasing the car in 2005.

    Insurance claim was made on the hail damage and was paid minus deductible. No repair work has been done. No other insurance claims have been made on the car.
  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,350
    might have the letter order wrong there...

    anyway, in NJ (near philly).

    2005 3 series wagon. all wheel drive. CPO. at a BMW dealer

    49,000 miles on it already (in service was 3/2005)

    Dark blue over tan leather. Preium package so roof, wood, etc. Steptronic AT.

    Looks clean, usual new tires, etc.

    In todays climate, what would something like this be doable at? Miles are IMO a bit stiff, but for the right discount...

    2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.

  • houdini1houdini1 Member Posts: 8,351
    Kansas City
    2006 Lexus LS 430
    30,000 miles
    Crystal White
    Premium pkg., no nav
    Lexus dealer, CPO, one owner, local
    Immaculate

    Dealer is asking $34,500. Fair deal? Thanks in advance.

    2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460

  • euzareuzar Member Posts: 8
    I'm in Central, MA
    2005 Subaru Legacy GT Base Sedan
    2.5 turbo
    5spd manual
    91,405 miles
    Atlantic Blue Pearl/ Blk
    Excellent condition, no accidents, one door ding about the size of a dime.
    Brakes replaced 1 yr ago. Tires half worn.

    What should I expect for a dealer trade in value?
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Retail on the MPV is probably gonna be in the $8-9,000 area.

    CRV is probably worth $3,000

    So, you should be close.
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Unmolested, the car is worth @ $6000 in Nebraska and $7-8,000 in NY.

    However, your car has $4,000 worth of damage.
    So, you are probably looking at a $2-3,000 trade.
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    4 yr old car,miles are about average.
    Car should wholesale in the mid to low teens.
    BMW's are hard to steal as CPO cars because of the enormous costs involved in reconditioning.
    Figure a selling price in the high teens.
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    An ok price,not great.

    wholesale is anywhere from $27-29,000
    Factor in the reconditioning and the CPO warranty and you shoud still have some wiggle room.
  • mlacombemlacombe Member Posts: 10
    Thank volvomax,

    I cleaned, washed, waxed, and vaccumed my wifes car sunday. Then I went in this morning and offered them $6000 plus trade plus TTL. They RAISED the price to $8500 plus trade plus TTL. :)

    Oh well, its their car. I guess they want a homerun or nothing. We'll just keep looking.
  • brad30brad30 Member Posts: 5
    What is a fair value in these times for a 2004 Toyota Tacoma - with hitch / leer body colored cap (pass through window) and chrome nerf bars. Good original maroon/crimson paint, V6, never hit, pwr doors and windows. Sliding glass back window. I am considering trading for a Honda Element (for the extra seats) but dont really want to take on much additional debt....mileage 17,000 (its a third vehicle in the family)
  • squirreljamsquirreljam Member Posts: 71
    Hi gang - I'm looking for advice from the used-car-value experts here. I'm about to trade an 04 Acura TSX handshaker. Car is in St Louis, 50K miles, good condition overall but with one big scratch across trunk lid, no nav. Car needs tires pretty bad, within a micron or so of the wear bars - however, it just passed inspection and I can get by until I trade. Let's assume new tires will cost me $600.

    So - two questions:

    One - Obviously, the car with new tires is worth more than with the old sneakers - but is it enough to offset the cost (in other words, would I likely get the $600 back)?

    Two - what about the trunk lid - should I have it sprayed or trade with scratch?

    Both these questions are about the "cost vs reward" of fixing up a car before trading it. Any overall thoughts about that?
  • volvomaxvolvomax Member Posts: 5,238
    Truck would probably bring $12,000 or so on a trade.
    Miles are stupid low, but the trade in add for low miles is limited.
    Might want to sell that truck privately.
  • zoomzoomdlrzoomzoomdlr Member Posts: 7
    I am a dealer and have access to up to the minute auction reports for a true today's market value on cars, the nearest match sold recently to yours is a automatic car with 82k that ran for 7700. so figuring for the stick and additional miles, sounds like you have a 6500 vehicle. If anyone else would like an auction report value, please write me through my profile...
  • zoomzoomdlrzoomzoomdlr Member Posts: 7
    There are very few 6speed RSX that year showing on auciton report, the nearest to 50k miles show an average condition car bringin 11800 and an excellent car bringing 14000. As with most things auto related, you won't hardly ever get your money back. The exception in your case would be to find a dealer that isn't afraid of having the stick car in stock, and as an appraiser of cars, we certainly look differently on a car that comes in spotless with near new rubber standing tall versus one that doesn't look like it's been cleaned often with bald tires... If I were you, I'd look for a set of take-off tires and try to do some touch up myself to the scratch. Looking for bang for the buck here, like try a sharpie on the scratch...
  • explorerx4explorerx4 Member Posts: 20,723
    tell me about how the sharpie is going to help. just interested.
    2024 Ford F-150 STX, 2023 Ford Explorer ST, 91 Mustang GT vert
  • cccompsoncccompson Member Posts: 2,382
    It's not worth doing either if you're going to trade. However, if you want to take a shot at a private sale, then it's the other way around.
  • explorerx4explorerx4 Member Posts: 20,723
    depending where 'doc is moving to in ny, the car could look like it was hit by more than some hail in a few months.
    one of my russian buddies at work said when he used to live in ny(nyc area), his blazer was good for MAKING parking spaces. :surprise:
    2024 Ford F-150 STX, 2023 Ford Explorer ST, 91 Mustang GT vert
  • houdini1houdini1 Member Posts: 8,351
    Thanks VM. Since they gave me $9,000. for my trade in, 2002 Acura RL with 94,000 miles, I went ahead and did the deal for $34,500. I thought that was a good deal for both of us.

    2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460

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