Hi guys, I know I will be verbally chastised for this, but I'm about to purchase a 2012 Kia Sportage. I know, I know.. Crossfire to Sportage.. what am I thinking? But believe me, If you saw how steep and windy the roads were out here in West Chester, Pennsylvania you'd understand my decision.

Anyway, the 2012 Sportage isn't available just yet (will be in a few weeks), but I thought I'd post some videos on my car before I trade it in. I'd much rather see it go to a fellow crossfire lover than a cheesy stealership. I bought the car about 5 years ago from Lowell Chrysler. It had 39,000 miles when I bought it. It has 77,000 miles now. I've been the only driver in that time span and the car has a clean history. Hands down, the Crossfire has been the best car I've ever owned. The car is beautiful in and out, it runs perfectly, and I really hate to see her go. Check out the videos. If you're interested, please make me an offer.

2004 Crossfire Walkaround - YouTube

TSW Donington Wheels (paid almost $2,000 for the wheels and tires) - YouTube

Interior - YouTube

Start Up - YouTube

Test Drive - YouTube

 

What's the price? Car looks nice!

 

Price will be $500 over what I'm offered on trade in. If I'm offered $7500 on trade, price would be $8000.

 

Pm me when you figure that number out! Very interested!

 

~ a $500 difference would be equal to the tax savings if you would trade the car in. no real gain...

if you can't find a buyer before trade in day... pull the rims and sell them out right to another crossfire owner for a few extra dollars in your pocket.

your car looks really nice!

 

I'd possibly be interested in trade + $500......wife has been wanting one for most of the summer.

 

You're right, but I'd rather see a forum member get a really good deal rather than a dealer. Especially when I know they're just gonna turn around and try to sell it for $12,000 on their lot.

 

Let me know about trade as well. I'm interested.

Trade in calculator has it at $6940 -- and if you add in mileage adjustments, condition (I put in as outstanding), paint adjustment, etc. (all of which add value by the way) -- it comes to $8125. They may take off for the heated seat but sounds like this is a reasonable range as a trade in from the stealerships.

When you find out and are ready to trade it in - PM me.

 

PNA.. thanks for that info. I'll go in to the KIA dealer seeking $8000 on my trade. BTW, if anyone in here is prepared to make an offer of $8500, there is a very good shot that you will get the car. If you're local, I welcome you to come take a test drive. My guess is- the first person who takes it for a test drive will buy it.

 

I love your YouTube idea. If I sell mine, I think I'll try that. Out of curiousity, did you sell privately or trade in?

 

I actually traded it in for $7500. It was sold in less than 10 minutes as the salesman at the next desk bought it for himself! BTW, I love the chrome stock wheels on your XF. I will miss my XF for sure.

 

Wow, good for you! That was great timing, huh? Thanks for coment about my wheels. An all white car needs something shiny to it )

 

Good luck with your new car...wish I saw your add earlier.