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#43268 of 43826 Re: Hey Q - '03 VW GTI [qbrozen] by nyccarguy

Nov 15, 2012 (7:16 pm)

Replying to: qbrozen (Nov 12, 2012 11:59 am)
Qbrozen - that's a trade value for my friends '03 1.8T GTI or private party sale?

#43269 of 43826 Repair minor collision damage prior to trade in? by demondeac

Nov 17, 2012 (3:03 am)

About a month ago, my car (05 Acura RSX Base Automatic, 113k miles) sustained a minor collision - busted tail light cover, scratches/ small dent in bumper. The car also has mild scratches along the passenger door and mild interior wear, but no mechanical issues. I have collected from the insurance (just over 1k), but since it hasn't affected it's drivability, I haven't fixed it. I was wondering primarily whether or not to fix it prior to trading the car in? My guess was not to, but didn't know how much most dealers would deduct from the value. Also since I have your attention, what would be a fair trade in value? I plan on trading in at the dealership with using CarMax as a back up.

#43270 of 43826 Re: Repair minor collision damage prior to trade in? [demondeac] by roadburner

Nov 17, 2012 (8:03 am)

Replying to: demondeac (Nov 17, 2012 3:03 am)
I've found that dealers tend to deduct an amount that is greater than the cost of repair. Ditto for a bad repair job(overspray, rippled bodywork, unmatched paint, etc.

#43271 of 43826 Re: Repair minor collision damage prior to trade in? [demondeac] by corvette

Nov 17, 2012 (10:19 am)

Replying to: demondeac (Nov 17, 2012 3:03 am)
You might consider getting a taillight from the junkyard and installing it yourself. The other body work, you may want to skip depending on how bad it looks.

#43272 of 43826 Re: Hey Q - '03 VW GTI [nyccarguy] by qbrozen

Nov 18, 2012 (8:49 am)

Replying to: nyccarguy (Nov 15, 2012 7:16 pm)
trade

#43273 of 43826 Re: Hey Q - '03 VW GTI [qbrozen] by nyccarguy

Nov 18, 2012 (9:05 am)

Replying to: qbrozen (Nov 18, 2012 8:49 am)
Cool. Thanks again my friend. I'll let you know how it goes!

#43274 of 43826 08 BMW 335xi coupe by fomentar

Nov 19, 2012 (6:55 pm)

Researched value of my car online (KBB, Edmunds, NADA) and found consistent trade-in value of approx. $20-21K. Trade-in offers have ranged from $16-18K from dealers. I'm puzzled at the large disparity. Have read some articles online about auction value and such, but still challenged by the seemingly low trade-in value compared to research.
 
Vehicle:
2008 BMW 335xi coupe (alpine white, tan interior)
CPO
Miles -77,500
Condition - excellent inside and out
Options/Packages:
Premium, Sport, Cold weather, Nav, Automatic w/paddles
 
I would welcome some insight and or opinions on the difference or value of the car. Thanks.

#43275 of 43826 Re: 08 BMW 335xi coupe [fomentar] by qbrozen

Nov 20, 2012 (9:27 am)

Replying to: fomentar (Nov 19, 2012 6:55 pm)
Unfortunately, CPO means nothing when trading it in .... unless you trade to a bmw dealer.
 
You have all the right equipment. Color combo is strong. You didn't tell me where you live, though. Cold weather and AWD make a strong case in the snowbelt, but do very little in the sunbelt.
 
assuming you are where those things matter, I think some of the dealers are a little low. Your miles are quite high, which hurts, but I still think $18-$19k should be manageable if your car is as described.
 
There aren't many comparables to go on, however, and 1 of those was an 87k mile car off lease that hit $15,500 at the block. But there are 2 others with 67k and 71k miles that were $21,500 and $19,100. The lower-priced car was a black one in Dallas, which isn't a good combo. So, again, I'm feeling your car should be a bit stronger.

#43276 of 43826 Re: 08 BMW 335xi coupe [qbrozen] by fomentar

Nov 20, 2012 (2:13 pm)

Replying to: qbrozen (Nov 20, 2012 9:27 am)
Thanks qbrozen. I am in the northeast, sorry for not pointing that out. Agreed on CPO meaning something only to BMW. I appreciate the feedback...helpful.

#43277 of 43826 2001 Acura RL - Trade in? by bossman141

Nov 26, 2012 (2:29 pm)

Hi,
 
Maybe you can help with a ballpark trade in on my 2001 Acura RL?
 
66K miles
Silver/Black Leather
All options except Navigation
Chrome Acura OEM wheels
HID lights
 
Bumpers have a little wear from NYC parking
 
Thanks in advance for the help.

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