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Replying to: madmanmoo (Dec 20, 2007 7:27 pm) I think it is a zip code in MN...
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Replying to: madmanmoo (Dec 21, 2007 11:01 am) "I just don't think that my asking for profit falls under the exploitation field." I agree if you keep the word 'excessive' out of it. So you sell Porsches? A boxster found it's way to the top of my list a few years ago. Doubt if you and I could deal though.  That's kind of like selling high end audio. You can pretty well hold the price.
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Replying to: asafonov (Dec 21, 2007 11:09 am) Nope. I had a 55 Chev into which I installed a 65 425 HP 396 CI engine. I just gave it to my daughter. |
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Replying to: 55396 (Dec 21, 2007 11:11 am)  That means we can make a win/win deal. You can save a bunch of money and I can go have some fun. That's only through the end of the month though. Want to put a deal together? -moo
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Replying to: madmanmoo (Dec 21, 2007 5:42 am) You mean the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price is a start for retail sales negotiation? Novel concept. Hmm, so the suggested retail price is uh, um, suggestion. In lieu of a target price to start negotiations, I suppose what the manufacturer thinks it should sell for is a good starting point.
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Replying to: madmanmoo (Dec 21, 2007 11:25 am) Well, like I said, I have loads of patience. What I'm looking for is a nice 2000 or newer, with under 40k for $15k. I like to squeeze the nickel till the buffalo craps. They're getting close if you study on it hard though. Remember, it's snowing up here and it ain't gonna stop for quite some time. Someone may not want to carry dead weight for that long in their inventory. And of course, we know that the price a dealer sells used for is directlt proportional to what he has in it. If he paid too much, you ain't gettin a deal. If he stole it, he can swing a deal and still make his profit. But timing isn't the best, as I'm trying to pay off the AZ place. I HATE debt, and had none for 20 years years until I bought that. Not too many people pay cash for houses. But this one fell into my lap after a couple years of watching and understanding the market. Based on that, I was able to make the decision to buy sight unseen in 5 minutes when the opportunity presented itself. We have still to find something we like better anywhere near the price point. Puts a crimp in other toys though, although I do maintain an 'emergency' fund just in case the right deal comes along. The BMW 3 Series hardtop convert is a good alternative and probably makes more sense. That's on my list too. And of course, if Santa is listening, my favorite is the 6 Sreies. I LOVE the sound of thise pipes. Someone deserves a promotion for that sound. |
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Replying to: 55396 (Dec 21, 2007 12:09 pm) No matter, I'll wait till you pay off your AZ home and then we'll squeeze a new one into your budget. Amazing handling on these vehicles. We have sport exhaust for you as well. Sounds awesome! -moo
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I knew there was a book out there somewhere, so I Googled it. Guess where it pointed me, among other places. Edmunds Buying Tips. http://www.edmunds.com/advice/buying/articles/42962/page001.html Then I Froogled it and found it for 8 bucks - used, of course, the way I like to buy. Words are the same.
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Replying to: madmanmoo (Dec 21, 2007 12:28 pm) Ever get out on the Road Atlanta course? That, I would love. Always felt I shoulda druv NASCAR. Usta do 360's on the street at speed when there was a bit of snow or sand. If the speed is high enough, you can pull out of it and keep on going. Wunna them natural highs, ya know. Have video to prove it too. Ya, I know. Not a nice thing to do. |
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Replying to: 55396 (Dec 21, 2007 12:35 pm) Hey Moo, this guy might be an easy mark after all.
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