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#3830 of 3884 Re: Should I trade or repair [Mr_Shiftright] by wlbrown9 Jan 09, 2009 (7:20 am)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 08, 2009 5:21 pm) "I'm with him...definitely fix it or take thousands in loss. "   That would just about total it out since trade value is listed as maybe $2400-$3000. So, if you can get it fixed for $5-700 or so, then you might net $2000 more or less trade after allowing for the repairs depending on condition.
#3831 of 3884 how much incentive is there really?? by ilmbg Jan 11, 2009 (12:10 am)
#3832 of 3884 how much incentive is there really?? by ilmbg Jan 11, 2009 (12:14 am)
On tv the past few days, the news is saying how much auto/truck dealers are trying to sell- offering 2 for 1, thousands off new cars. Supposedly REALLY good deals, because cars just are not selling. What about used cars? Are they trying just as hard? I would like an older Mercedes/Volvo wagon- would dealers bargin with an older car? Your thought and professional answers appreciated.
#3833 of 3884 by wtd44 Feb 17, 2009 (1:04 pm)
Today is "show time" for Chrysler and GM on Capitol Hill. Meanwhile, I have found a very appealing new Dodge 2009 Ram pickup at my local dealership. I find myself somewhat afraid to negotiate for it, even with the nearly 9K I think I can save from MSRP. Under the various scenarios we might conjure up as the avenues our domestic industry may soon travel, do you suppose making a deal now is definitely not a good idea? Replies to this message: tidester (Feb 17, 2009 2:00 pm) wtd44 (Feb 20, 2009 7:00 pm) tidester (Feb 20, 2009 9:33 pm) and 6 more...
#3834 of 3884 Re: [wtd44] by tidester HOST Feb 17, 2009 (2:00 pm)
Replying to: wtd44 (Feb 17, 2009 1:04 pm) do you suppose making a deal now is definitely not a good idea?   Just a thought - if everyone keeps sitting on the fence, the auto industry will continue its downward slide. What they need more than government handouts is sales.   tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper Replies to this message: wtd44 (Feb 20, 2009 7:00 pm) tidester (Feb 20, 2009 9:33 pm) wtd44 (Feb 25, 2009 2:17 pm) and 5 more...
#3835 of 3884 Re: making a deal now [tidester] by wtd44 Feb 20, 2009 (7:00 pm)
Replying to: tidester (Feb 17, 2009 2:00 pm) I'm with you on this one, all the way. Actually, I traded in my 2004 Grand Cherokee Jeep for a 2009 Pontiac Vibe about ten months ago, when they came out early. I suppose I feel like I have done my part in support, although I would like to hit again, considering I sold my 1996 Chrysler about five months ago, and have not yet replaced it. The new Ram pickup is soooo nice... Replies to this message: tidester (Feb 20, 2009 9:33 pm) wtd44 (Feb 25, 2009 2:17 pm) tidester (Feb 25, 2009 2:55 pm) and 2 more... oldfarmer50 (Feb 25, 2009 3:07 pm) imidazol97 (Feb 26, 2009 4:53 am)
#3836 of 3884 Re: making a deal now [wtd44] by tidester HOST Feb 20, 2009 (9:33 pm)
Replying to: wtd44 (Feb 20, 2009 7:00 pm) The new Ram pickup is soooo nice.   It sounds like you're more than halfway there. Go for it!   tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper Replies to this message: wtd44 (Feb 25, 2009 2:17 pm) tidester (Feb 25, 2009 2:55 pm) imidazol97 (Feb 26, 2009 4:51 am) and 1 more... oldfarmer50 (Feb 25, 2009 3:07 pm) imidazol97 (Feb 26, 2009 4:53 am)
#3837 of 3884 A deer-in-the-headlights look [tidester] by wtd44 Feb 25, 2009 (2:17 pm)
Replying to: tidester (Feb 20, 2009 9:33 pm) I am of the opinion that the public is not adequately informed concerning the risks of purchasing vehicles from the Big Three at this point in time. That is the major factor holding me back. Last spring when I bought the early-release 2009 Vibe, I was not concerned. Some ten months later, I am unsure on matters such as warranty enforcement. But because of some radio advertising, I stopped by a local Saturn dealership today. I inquired about the possibility of deep discounts under the current state of the economy and the state of GM. The salesman became quite obtuse and informed me that he had no idea what I was talking about. In short, I left the property wondering just what the future holds for the Big Three and us customers. Replies to this message: tidester (Feb 25, 2009 2:55 pm) imidazol97 (Feb 26, 2009 4:51 am) tidester (Feb 26, 2009 10:37 am) oldfarmer50 (Feb 25, 2009 3:07 pm) imidazol97 (Feb 26, 2009 4:53 am)
#3838 of 3884 Re: A deer-in-the-headlights look [wtd44] by tidester HOST Feb 25, 2009 (2:55 pm)
Replying to: wtd44 (Feb 25, 2009 2:17 pm) That's just it. Uncertainty has been injected into the market so people tend to hold off purchasing which creates more uncertainty. A good dose of confidence would be great right about now.   tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper Replies to this message: imidazol97 (Feb 26, 2009 4:51 am) tidester (Feb 26, 2009 10:37 am)
#3839 of 3884 Re: A deer-in-the-headlights look [wtd44] by oldfarmer50 Feb 25, 2009 (3:07 pm)
Replying to: wtd44 (Feb 25, 2009 2:17 pm) "...I am unsure on matters such as warranty enforcement..."   I had the same thoughts last year when I bought a Mitsu. The media had them dead and buried in the US. I took a gamble, got a good price , and they're still here.   I think gamblers have a saying "scared money don't win".

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