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#2579 of 2657 TMV of new used car by brucepl May 22, 2009 (1:15 pm)
I am looking at a 2007 Miata on the dealers lot. It has 137 miles and the warranty will be in full force once it is sold. How do I figure out the TMV of the car since it is new but also old? Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (May 22, 2009 1:34 pm)
#2580 of 2657 Re: TMV of new used car [brucepl] by Mr_Shiftright HOST May 22, 2009 (1:34 pm)
Replying to: brucepl (May 22, 2009 1:15 pm) You treat it like a 2007 used car with low miles because the minute you drive it away, that's what it's going to be worth, more or less....top dollar retail for a 2007 Miata. It really can't be any other way, because if you priced it higher someone would just buy the 2009 model instead.
#2581 of 2657 GM Credit Card Rebates by senseless1 Jun 02, 2009 (5:01 pm)
Haven't heard anything definite about the status of GM credit card rebates. Any word? Replies to this message: kcram (Jun 02, 2009 5:34 pm)
#2582 of 2657 Re: GM Credit Card Rebates [senseless1] by kcram HOST Jun 02, 2009 (5:34 pm)
Replying to: senseless1 (Jun 02, 2009 5:01 pm) HSBC anticipated this and prepared a helpful GM Card FAQ on the GM Bankruptcy. kcram - Pickups/Wagons Host
#2583 of 2657 GM Credit Card Rebates by senseless1 Jun 02, 2009 (6:38 pm)
Great; thanks. Doesn't look like anything changed for now.
#2584 of 2657 Need advice on body shop by rajks Jun 04, 2009 (5:18 pm)
I was involved in an auto accident last week with an uninsured motorist. Other driver changed lane without noticing me on the blind side and she hit me on the driver side. My car is 02 Camry with 100K miles on it, the damage is mainly on the left front end (Fender, bumper, LT lamp). The estimate I got from different bodyshops near my area are ranging from $1800 (Toyota) - $2600(Ford). I have $1000 deductible, so I have to pay the first $1000 from my pocket and the insurance company pays the rest. Insurance company's adjuster appraised the car and he estimated the damage worth $2200 and he gave me a check for $1200. I also work for an insurance company and I met this man there and he does auto repairing at his home, he works on claims sections in our company. He said he can fix everything for $1000 and assured to use OEM parts. So now I am in dilema to proceed with this guy from our company or go to toyota to get it fixed. If I go with my colleage I will gain $200 but I dont have any idea about the outcome of the work. If I got to toyota I will loose $600 from my pocket and I am sure I will get a quality outcome. So my question is, is it worth putting $600 on car that is having 100K miles and 7 yrs old. Appreciate your suggestions. Replies to this message: kcram (Jun 04, 2009 7:18 pm) percussionist (Jun 05, 2009 9:58 am)
#2585 of 2657 Re: Need advice on body shop [rajks] by kcram HOST Jun 04, 2009 (7:18 pm)
Replying to: rajks (Jun 04, 2009 5:18 pm) Give the Paint and Body Maintenance & Repair discussion a shot. Personally, I would use an independent body shop with a good reputation first, and a dealer body shop second. Both will guarantee their work in writing. I would never allow "backyard body work" on my vehicle. kcram - Pickups/Wagons Host
#2586 of 2657 Re: Need advice on body shop [rajks] by percussionist Jun 05, 2009 (9:58 am)
Replying to: rajks (Jun 04, 2009 5:18 pm) I agree with kcram as far as never trusting backyard mechanics. I would also strongly recommend you take the other motorist to small claims court for the $600 you are out by having it fixed at Toyota (or wherever you end up going) So sorry to hear about your accident, but at least you are okay. To answer your immediate question, it is worth it to fix the car.
#2587 of 2657 Low Interest by billsbuddie Jun 11, 2009 (4:31 am)
I have a "general question". When I car company has a "low interest" rate does the dealer participate in the price? In other words, how much does it cost the dealer when he does a "MSRP" sale of a new car at zero interest? Replies to this message: tidester (Jun 11, 2009 5:29 am) billsbuddie (Jun 12, 2009 12:09 pm)
#2588 of 2657 Re: Low Interest [billsbuddie] by tidester HOST Jun 11, 2009 (5:29 am)
Replying to: billsbuddie (Jun 11, 2009 4:31 am) I would give Got a Quick Question for a Car Dealer? a try. tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper Replies to this message: billsbuddie (Jun 12, 2009 12:09 pm)