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#43578 of 43871 Re: 2009 Chevrolet Impala LT [sbuhler] by qbrozen

Mar 05, 2013 (8:37 am)

Replying to: sbuhler (Mar 05, 2013 7:49 am)
With those ultralow miles, you might be able to stretch for $10k on it.

#43579 of 43871 Re: 2009 Chevrolet Impala LT [qbrozen] by sbuhler

Mar 05, 2013 (11:28 am)

Replying to: qbrozen (Mar 05, 2013 8:37 am)
Thanks for the info!

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Mar 05, 2013 (5:24 pm)

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#43581 of 43871 THINKING OF TRADING IN MY E350 BENZ by abacomike

Mar 08, 2013 (2:53 pm)

gbrozen, I am a frequent poster over at Stories From The Sales Frontlines, and a former manager at several dealerships. I usually don't do this as I usually am pretty close in what the value of my trades are, but sure could use your opinion, if you don't mind.
 
I have a 2013 Mercedes E350 Sport Sedan, 5000 miles on it, Diamond White with Natural Beige Leather, MSRP was $64850.00 back in September when I bought it. I ordered my 2014 and it is expected at the dealership on May 1st, give or take a week.
 
From what my dealership tells me, they have been heavily discounting these cars, $7000 is not unheard of. But, he also told me that when the new car comes in, he won't have any 2013's left in stock, in fact, he only has 12 now and only 5 more coming in from Germany in the next few weeks. The rest will be 2014's.
 
He thinks the car will be worth about $51,000. He always puts my traded cars on his lot because they never have dings, dents or scratches - super clean if you know what I mean, almost a demo.
 
Since Manheim has not had many go through the auctions, what do you think - about 5 or 6 weeks away from trading. The new once will be $65000+ a few bucks.
 
Would appreciate your feedback.

#43582 of 43871 Pricing advice? 2005 Acura TL with 63K miles by lparrish

Mar 08, 2013 (3:30 pm)

Looking to sell private party and would appreciate thoughts on how to price--thanks!
 
Arlington VA
 
2005 Acura TL Sedan with Navigation
~63,000 miles
Automatic transmission (3.2 engine)
FWD
Dark gray exterior
Gray leather interior
Sunroof
Heated seats
Tires relatively new
Probably needs new brake pads/rotors soon
Original owner

#43583 of 43871 Re: THINKING OF TRADING IN MY E350 BENZ [abacomike] by abacomike

Mar 08, 2013 (3:45 pm)

Replying to: abacomike (Mar 08, 2013 2:53 pm)
Since Manheim has not had many go through the auctions, what do you think - about 5 or 6 weeks away from trading. The new once will be $65000+ a few bucks.
 
Forgot to mention that the car is here in southeast Florida - 2013 diamond white E350 Mercedes sport sedan.

#43584 of 43871 Re: THINKING OF TRADING IN MY E350 BENZ [abacomike] by qbrozen

Mar 08, 2013 (4:12 pm)

Replying to: abacomike (Mar 08, 2013 2:53 pm)
You probably know better than I do. Heck, you certainly have way more experience. But it seems to me $51k is big money. Absolutely zero have even hit $50k at auction.

#43585 of 43871 Re: Pricing advice? 2005 Acura TL with 63K miles [lparrish] by qbrozen

Mar 08, 2013 (4:17 pm)

Replying to: lparrish (Mar 08, 2013 3:30 pm)
Assuming no runs, hits, or errors and cleans up real well, you'd be looking at spending around $15k to buy a similar one from a dealer. So I'd say start it out at $14,995, which should be lower than all retailers in your area. Cut it loose for anything north of $13,500.

#43586 of 43871 Re: THINKING OF TRADING IN MY E350 BENZ [qbrozen] by abacomike

Mar 08, 2013 (4:19 pm)

Replying to: qbrozen (Mar 08, 2013 4:12 pm)
You probably know better than I do. Heck, you certainly have way more experience. But it seems to me $51k is big money. Absolutely zero have even hit $50k at auction.
 
Thanks. My guess is that clean wholesale is about 48-49K, and since my cars are a step above new, he gives me a few thousand more.
 
As far as knowing more than you, it all depends on the topic and the question. With the 2013's quickly evaporating, that gives my trade a possible reprieve in May. Only time will tell.
 
Again, thanks for your feedback.

#43587 of 43871 Re: THINKING OF TRADING IN MY E350 BENZ [qbrozen] by nyccarguy

Mar 08, 2013 (6:50 pm)

Replying to: qbrozen (Mar 08, 2013 4:12 pm)
qbrozen - in addition to SFTSF, Mike NEEDS to join CCBA. He's a good dude! That's Chronic Car Buyers Anonymous Mike.

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