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Hi, I was hoping that someone can help me evaluate trade-in value of my car. I don't think my situation is unique but this is the first time that I am considering to trade in a vehicle that was involved in an accident. Location: Washington DC area 2003/BMW/325i 4dr, auto, 35k miles, black Options: only options were auto, sun-roof The car is in an excellent shape. However about 3 years ago I was involved in collision in/out of shopping center. At the time my insurance nearly determined that my car was considered "totaled". However the "final" estimate determined that it was ~$2,000 below the threshold level of considering it "totaled" so I ended up getting my car repaired instead of receiving a check. At the end of the repair, the final cost was $2,500 higher than what was originally estimated. Needless to say had I known, I would have received an amount that was worth my vehicle. I appreciate any input/response on my vehicle trade in value.
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Replying to: dhunter03 (Oct 13, 2008 11:05 am)  But, does it have a Salvage Title now? Show up on Carfax? What did the repairs cost/what was involved?
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Replying to: mattandi (Oct 11, 2008 6:43 am) That's just about in the middle between the poster who said "car is worth zero" and the "$1000 off" figure. That's about what I figured for a newer car. Usually I see the A/C statement in the old beater cars where $700 is the bulk of the price. Most sellers would fix a busted A/C on a newer model. I don't think I would buy a car newer than 5 y/o if the A/C was busted. Thanks to all of you for the info. |
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All, Any help on this one: 2003 Nissan Maxima SE Leather & Sunroof 70k miles tires fairly new floormats are a little dirty, but rest of interior is great. has some paint chips on hood and doors. NADA Avg trade is 7650 + 825 (lthr&sunroof) = 8475. Is that in the ballpark for a trade in? LA/TX market Thanks,
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Replying to: woodyww (Oct 13, 2008 1:24 pm) It was not classified as salvage so I still have my original title. |
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Replying to: stickguy (Oct 10, 2008 12:45 pm)  $7-8,000 So, retail $10-12,000 range
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Replying to: stickguy (Oct 11, 2008 1:05 pm) Which puts retail in the mid $20's. |
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Replying to: ny14337 (Oct 12, 2008 6:48 pm)
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Replying to: bach63 (Oct 12, 2008 8:09 pm) |
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Replying to: marys236 (Oct 13, 2008 5:01 am) $10,000
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