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Terry.
I have a low-mileage (11k) 2001 F-150 XL, 6Cyl, Manual, CD, Sliding rear-window, Cruise, Bed Liner, AC, Tilt and that's about it. Can you give me an idea what it's worth in the real world?
Any help would be appreciated!
Gregory Preston
gwpreston@yahoo.com
I checked up on the edmunds trade-in value for the car with the following characteristics.
1.8t-a4-2000-35k miles and the trade-in value is ~17k$. So the 'audi' dealership would give someone looking to trade in their a4, $2k more than what the dealership can get at the auction?
How are the audi's you see at the manheim auction places? are they in good condition? is it possible to pick one where it is guaranteed not to be a lemon, r have been in any accidents?
when i think of auctions, i picture the ones they show on TV where the cars are beat up and such.
syracuse). Ad does not say either new , used.
or demo. Was $40425...NOW $38300.......
What is the sticker on these new ?
Has supply caught up with demand ?...geo
But, the TBirds with the tops, the shifters, premium pack, few miles and the right color, are doing a Ton more than that.
Terry ;-)
Meaning, they oughtta be able to come to an agreement.
Also, sounds like he's going about it the right way, and you are to be commended for asking here. This kinda stuff, you gotta ask Terry -- he knows everything. This vehicle is in AL, right?
Finally, go to your room and sit in the corner for awhile and think about how you talk about your old man in a public place. You ought to be ashamed of yourself. Sounds like you're young enough to still think it through and maybe straighten out. I suspect he's earned a little respect. With that dig about you "not needing" the college fun, he sounds like my kinda guy. Maybe he's trying to tell you something.
Let us know how the van thing turns out.
-Mathias
East Lansing, MI
. ..l.o.l... Most people have watched the movie "Used Cars" and have the same idea as you do.
Actually, it's a 180 degree jump from that. Dealers, Lease co's, Banks all use the auctions to "turn and burn" their inventories ..
At all the big auctions in the country, they are run like a fine Swiss watch, the vehicles are detailed to the max before they run the chutes and it's hard to hide stuff then. You have to "declare" any damage, TMU anything that might be hinky, like title and such. If there is a mileage discrepancy, the vehicle can go back, same with frame or title problems.
The dealers and such, aren't there cuz' they like auctions, their there, to move the beautiful Accord that's been on his lot for 60/80/100+ days and isn't going anywhere, or that "jam-up" Buick 99 Regal with 19k, that just won't sell .. or, that 92 Olds with 127,000 miles on it that they had to take on trade - and that puppy isn't staying on his lot .l.o.l..
Depending on the auction, there can be 3/4/5,000+ vehicles that can run in a day, Audi's, Cavaliers, BMW's, Hyundai's, Volvo's, Fords, Porsche's, Kia's .. l.o.l.. well you get the idea.
See, what the most important thing that folks don't realize is, dealers are there too buy .. yep, to purchase. Maybe they have had a great month in selling new vehicles, but the good trades may be less than 20%, so they need to stock up, and they will buy 10/20/30 vehicles at a shot. (or so they hope)
And no, I don't think you are going to see $17, unless it has 12k, it's an auto and it's Quattro ..
I hope this helps ....
Terry.
ANGEL
And who made the conversion ..?
Is it a Starcraft, Explorer, Tiara, etc, etc.
You can find out by whats on the spare in the back, or the sides.
It sounds like a "freak" .. (which is a good thing) .. it's a DSL, it's a 1 ton and the miles are low for the year ..
Does it have TV's, sound, vcr's, dual air, power bed in the back, etc, etc. .. I need a little more info here ...
And Yes, I AGREE with Mathias .. How would you like your Dad to drop by, and tell us what a brat you are ... l.o.l.... gheeeez.
Terry.
Not sure about the conversion, my dad said universal or superior but he's not sure,figures.
"Does it have TV's, sound, vcr's, dual air, power bed in the back, etc, etc" Yes it has all the above. One TV.
Thanks, ANGEL
Terry.
So you like the new Accords that much ..huh.?
These SI's are strong in the market .. so if you gotta have a new, new, new one, then the SI should do the high $16's on a trade.
Hey, good luck ...
Terry.
In and around the ultra high $9's, low $10's, depending on the dealer on a trade ...
Terry.
Do you think you'll be able to take a guess as to the value of the diesel Conversion as described.
Thanks in advance for your response,
larryg10(aka: ANGEL)
How often are you in the PA area attending the auctions?
Im planning to sell my 2.8, i was wondering what do you think I can get going through the public.
the car-
a4 2.8 1998
43,000 miles
automatic tip-tronic
black leather interior
silver
heated and power seats
excellent condition
kbb and edmunds has it priced around 18-19k.
What do you think I can get selling privately?
so a a4 - 1.8t - quattro - 2000 - 35k miles - at the dealer auctions go for $15k
and s4 quattro 2000 30k miles go for $28k
how much do the a4 2.8 manual's go for?
thanks for the help.
Looking to trade in a 1999 Ody LX, in Philly/South Jersey. 86,000 miles (all highway), Granite Green, roof rack. Nice condition, waxed at least 4x per year with Carnuba, non-smoking vehicle. Has floor mats.
Think we can go $14k for a trade? I'm looking to trade up for a 2003 Odyssey LX. Most dealers can't keep used ones on their lots, so this could be a win-win. Is 86k miles too high for the dealer to consider selling as "certified"?
Thanks,
Paul
"You are bidding on a 2002 Nissan Maxime SE. This is the hard to fine 6Speed manual transmission with the new line 3.5L engine of Nissan.It comes with cloth interior, driver side power seat,cd & cassette player,17 inch wheels,rear spoiler, xenon head lights & more. It does have salvage title history due to an accident.It has been fully repaired & restored.Professional body work & paint work has been done on this vehicle, the car has the original factory color.There was no structural or mechanical damage.All airbags & safety of the vehicle is original & in functional condition. This Maxima is no different than the new one & we reserve a very low & reasonable price for it. Bid with confident & good luck. don't forget to give us a call for any question (xxx)xxx-xxxx. Serious buyers only please."
Exactly how much damage does it take to be worthy of a "Salvage Title", and how can anyone say with a straight face that this wreck is "no different that the new one"? Scariest of all, someone will buy this thing!!!
1995 Toyota Avalon XLS (loaded)
110,000 miles
Diamond Pearl White
Tan Leather interior
Sun/moon roof
Newish high quality tires
CD changer
Cell phone wiring/booster
no paint/body work
door dings and rear bumper paint scratches (as expected for age/miles)
clean engine, well maintained. No problems
Southern California
Thanks in advance,
HiC
Mileage: 53,800
Color: Light Brown
Condition of the car: Clean
Well maintained - no paint/body work - only a few door dings
Optional Equipment:
• Air Conditioning
• Automatic 4-Speed Transmission
What kind of Trade-in would I be look to be from the dealer for this car ? Any feedback on this would be super helpful. Thank you = )
Problem is miles - 68,000. They are highway (verified thru mutual friend that he commuted to/from dallas/San antonio). . .
He is asking $27,500 which I know is high but what will he get on trade so I can come in just above it? I am thinking I should offer $23,000?
Thanks again!
Adam
It's a LX, so you have the power package and it's an auto, plus the miles aren't bad for the year .. hard to break these little devils. It's that ugly "no sale" brown I bet ..l.o.l..
Except for a few minor kisses here and there .. and the fascia isn't all burned off, no weird little creatures living in the back seat and new rubber - on a trade, in and around that $4,5 figure, maybe a little more if it's real special.
Terry.
You guys save tax money on the net .. right .?
68 klicks .. wow, it's only a 00 ... this guy needs to use Federal Express.
Terry.
If it had 6/12k, it might do $33 if it was a "baby doll" .. depending on the dealer and what area of the country.
I buy alot of Vettes, probably 30/35 a year .. what can I say, they are wonderful vehicles, folks love em', great resale and there is always a market --- Me personally, I'm not a Vette, Porsche, Lotus, Ferrari guy, I'm boring .. give me a GS430 Lexus or an E or a CL Class Benz and I'm set to go.
But, to answer your question .. there is tons of ultra clean, ultra nice, low mileage Vettes that cruise the auctions along with the, P, L and F's and the rest of those vehicles I can't get into .. or out of. Do you see some beaters that drive through, yes there is a few .. but as a whole, high end dealers pay for the good stuff and the other stuff just goes home .. again.. l.o.l..
I hope this helps ...
Terry.
So if everything works, if it looks like a 99, the interior doesn't look like it got in a fight with a Pit Bull and the service is 100% .. then you should be around $4 on a trade.
This would be a great vehicle for Retail Rd. .. a Super detail, all the records ready, (you got the new tires), $6,9 in the paper and I will bet you will see $5,8/$6,5 on the trip to the Bank .. Yota fans have no fear of 100k.
think about it ...
Terry.
Now, to figure out what I'm gonna replace it with...
HiC
02 trailblazer LS 4x4 Indigo metallic Blue
build date 08-01 10K on the odo
leather steering/trim(not seats)
A/T(31") tires instead of OE(29")
Deep tinted side/rear glass(OE)/tinted fronts(35%)
Rear Air
Keyless
No onstar/slider, etc. basically a stripped LT
Hope thats enough info. Plan to sell in a year and curious how its doing for resell. I have some scratches in it from the trails, mostly on bottom half of door, and replacing front bumper 'cause I squished it on the trail (worth the $500?) No dings in the body, just small scratches... interior immaculate.
Dealers see a dirty, scratched up vehicle and they knock off $500/$1,0/$1,500++ off the value, you may know your vehicle .. but they don't.
I love that statement at trade time, "Don't worry, It just needs a bath" - yeah, and I'm thinkin' it needs $500 of paint and body work, new tires $600, service and a detail $300 .. theres $1,400. .l.o.l..
Right now, nice ones are doing around the $20/$21 figure.
Terry.
Hi Paul, I don't think you are gonna see $14, the miles kill this one. .. if you have it 100% inside and out, deep in rubber and lookin' 20k, I'm thinkin' more on the $12ish, or less program .. but, on any given day, you may find a dealer that Has to have it and they are popular.
good luck and let us know ...
Terry.
Terry.
Salesperson says Brand New ! 2002s , less than
100 miles on each,both tops, loaded up and
not Canadian import or grey mkt. either...
She told me no joy rides
unless I was a serious buyer ! But after I
told her I didn't like my 02 Deville and liked
the Bird more she said "What time can we talk
and if your serious you can take it overnite"!
I said I wanted black....She says " we can
dealer swap!". I said thanks for your time
and will call ahead if/when I am ready...geo
Plymouth
Grand Voyager SE
Miles: 62,950
Color: Dark Red
Options:
3.3L 6 cyl
Sliding Driver-Side Door
AM/FM/Tape/CD Premium Sound
A/C
Luggage Rack
Rear Window Defroster
Sunscreen Glass
Lighted Entry System
Power Door Locks
Power Windows
Aluminum Alloy Wheels
Condition:
several scratches (mild to moderate)
small dent trailing edge driver door (only)
recent slow leak transmission fluid (seal?)
Thanks Terry
4x2
XLT
CD Changer
3rd Row
10-28k mi
doing at auctions. Also have you seen any '02 Mazda MPV's run through?
The color is liquid grey and is an automatic with 13000 miles.I'm also in the cental iowa region. What would be a fair trade in price? Thanks for any info. Ps- Does using the ford xplan effect the trade in price also?
The Merc's are doing around the $22/$23's ..
The Zoom zooms are in the $15/$16 range ..
Terry.
Don't get your feelings hurt .. but the ZX3's aren't burning down any barns, a clean 00 15k Focus SE with a slider and a spoiler will do as much, if not more .. you are in and around the $8's on a trade ...
I hope this helps ...
Terry.
It's a Grand SE with some miles, not bad miles, just miles .. around $3,5ish on a trade.
Terry :-)
manual
silvestone grey or fresco green ext
black or grey leather pkg.
lux. pkg
<15-20k
Any ideas on a fair price and/or downsides to this approach are much appreciated. thanks
There is many variables that happen at auctions .. condition, pricing, how many will run that day, etc, etc.
Also, you mentioned a "broker" .. what does that mean .? Does he go to auctions 2/3 times a month .? Does he buy domestics and imports all the time .. and know the "real" difference .? What type of experience does he have.? What auctions does he go to .? Stuff like that is Very important .. just cuz a dealer goes to the auction, doesn't mean he/she knows whats going on there.
So here again, you have many variables -- I would really have to know a little bit more to answer your question. But as far as pricing goes, these little Passats are doing around the high $17's, low $18's .. the lower the miles, the higher the prices.
Hey, let us know ...
Terry.
95 4 door Explorer XLT
Minneapolis
Dark green
81K miles
PW
PL
power seats
cruise
tilt
air
rear air controls
tow package
I think the only options that it is missing is leather and moonroof. CD changer doesn't work.
No fry's, drinks, smoke, etc. Minimal dings. Good tires and brakes. I think it is in pretty darn good shape for an 8 year old vehicle.
I will either trade it in or sell it to a co-worker. What is it worth as a trade or if I sold it myself?
One additional question. How much does the value vary across the country? If neither of you is in Minneapolis, how good is your estimate of value? I am not doubting you guys I just want to understand how close your value will be in my market.
As always, thanks. I know you don't have to do this.
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How often are you in the PA area attending the auctions? I may be interested in your service.
Im planning to sell my 2.8, i was wondering what do you think I can get going through the public.
the car-
a4 2.8 1998
43,000 miles
automatic tip-tronic
black leather interior
silver
heated and power seats
excellent condition
kbb and edmunds has it priced around 18-19k.
What do you think I can get selling privately?
so a a4 - 1.8t - quattro - 2000 - 35k miles - at the dealer auctions go for $15k
and s4 quattro 2000 30k miles go for $28k
how much does a 99-00 a4 2.8 manual go for?
thanks for the help.
Terry.
Thanks
Adam
*White over gray leather.
*Sunroof, fog lights, rear spoiler, power seats
*New tires.
*Car is IMMACULATE. Not a scratch on the outside or the inside.
*Non-smoker.
*The kicker is that it has 98,000 miles on it. *They appear to be "highway" miles though
How much is this car worth in the Atlanta area. It would be replacing either a pearl white 1994 Lexus LS400 Anniversary edition with 122,000 miles or a electric blue Civic SI coupe 5-speed with 33,000 miles. Is it worth getting rid of one, or both, of those cars for this Volvo.
Clean / Color White/Ex Gray/Int
New Jasper engine and transmission both under warrenty. New tires new raditator, shocks. AM/FM CAS PLAYER
You must want to give Terry a heart attack with those miles