I need a little advice
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Re: I need a little advice
Originally Posted by pizzaguy
SE's have no fog lights or leather/electric/heated seats - just manual cloth.
And I actually DO like the SE's looks, just won't pay what dealers want for them, which is usually the same as a Limited.
And I actually DO like the SE's looks, just won't pay what dealers want for them, which is usually the same as a Limited.
What he said
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Re: I need a little advice
Tired,
When I got my coup-pay there was also a red limited vert right next to it. I knew NOTHING about the cars or forum and bought my coupe because it has fog lights....and was a bit cheeper Im sure.
there shoukld be some threads about the differences somewhere on the forum for good to know gee wiz info. I believe the base doesnt have subs either
When I got my coup-pay there was also a red limited vert right next to it. I knew NOTHING about the cars or forum and bought my coupe because it has fog lights....and was a bit cheeper Im sure.
there shoukld be some threads about the differences somewhere on the forum for good to know gee wiz info. I believe the base doesnt have subs either
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Re: I need a little advice
Originally Posted by pizzaguy
SE's have no fog lights or leather/electric/heated seats - just manual cloth.
And I actually DO like the SE's looks, just won't pay what dealers want for them, which is usually the same as a Limited.
And I actually DO like the SE's looks, just won't pay what dealers want for them, which is usually the same as a Limited.
NADA clean retail is 18,500
Kelly Bluebook for "Excellent" condition is $18600
Only found one on auto trader for 17,995
Other searches found a few newer ones ranging from 17888 to 24000.
Seems like an offer of 17K is a good range based on market values above. I'd go in with the data from the web searches and start under 17K and work up. Bottom line is if you're happy when you get it and what you get it for........
Good luck.
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Re: I need a little advice
Regarding curb rash there are companies that can fix that and make em look new. Check your yellow pages or Google.
BTW, it took us a year to find a nice Limited Roadster with auto trans within 100 miles of us.
Joe
BTW, it took us a year to find a nice Limited Roadster with auto trans within 100 miles of us.
Joe
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Re: I need a little advice
Thanx Joe for that information. The seller informed me that it would cost around 100 bucks a wheel to repair. Overall, I would be looking at least 500 bucks to have the various dings and chips repaired including two of the wheels. Not really so certain this particular vehicle is going to happen which is fine.
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[quote=pizzaguy]First of all, make sure it is a LIMITED. The picture above is a SPECIAL EDITION, they are really a BASE model with RED PAINT, SPECIAL RIMS and "satin" door handles and stakes. Make sure she's a LIMITED!
A special edition is worth LESS, no matter how you look at it - they might be a bit more RARE than a limited but still.....
I bought my Special Edition new in the wrap because it was strikingly beautiful. I acquired and installed leather power seats from LKQ for $300. Added wind restrictor and dash overlay. Then peel and stick chrome. The car is a Hollywood flash car.It is in as new condition with no corrosion anywhere. This due to Waxoyl. I also use it on the leather and top. It is a bit more rare as 140 produced by my undocumented German source. Not for sale. My duty is to preserve. 5K mileage
Gary
A special edition is worth LESS, no matter how you look at it - they might be a bit more RARE than a limited but still.....
I bought my Special Edition new in the wrap because it was strikingly beautiful. I acquired and installed leather power seats from LKQ for $300. Added wind restrictor and dash overlay. Then peel and stick chrome. The car is a Hollywood flash car.It is in as new condition with no corrosion anywhere. This due to Waxoyl. I also use it on the leather and top. It is a bit more rare as 140 produced by my undocumented German source. Not for sale. My duty is to preserve. 5K mileage
Gary
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Re: I need a little advice
Originally Posted by TiredRetired
Thanx Joe for that information. The seller informed me that it would cost around 100 bucks a wheel to repair. Overall, I would be looking at least 500 bucks to have the various dings and chips repaired including two of the wheels. Not really so certain this particular vehicle is going to happen which is fine.
The place I talked to over the phone said $100 to 150 each but hard to say without seeing them in person , could even be less. Our new car has a few flaws but only nit picky stuff, the curb rash drives me nuts, how the heck could the PO have done all 4 wheels? One of them seems pretty bad, hope it can be saved. I will take the car to the wheel place next Spring, too late now. I saw some nice wheels on Tire Rack for like $130 each, for the price they looked nice and compared to some of the prices wow, I'll gets these fixed or if I have to live with the rash.
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Re: I need a little advice
Originally Posted by JoeR
The place I talked to over the phone said $100 to 150 each but hard to say without seeing them in person , could even be less. Our new car has a few flaws but only nit picky stuff, the curb rash drives me nuts, how the heck could the PO have done all 4 wheels? One of them seems pretty bad, hope it can be saved. I will take the car to the wheel place next Spring, too late now. I saw some nice wheels on Tire Rack for like $130 each, for the price they looked nice and compared to some of the prices wow, I'll gets these fixed or if I have to live with the rash.
Joe
Joe
on lots and local individuals has had all 4 wheels rashed. Its beyond me how that happens. Some people just dont know how to drive I guess.
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Re: I need a little advice
Originally Posted by TiredRetired
Hello all, my first post here after lurking for a while.
I recently retired and my wife and I have been bitten by the urge to purchase a Crossfire roadster. Simply beautiful cars. We understand your passion for these cars here.
We are looking at a 05 Limited roadster in Red Pearl. 14K miles with a clean title and car history. Automatic which is what we need at our advanced age.
Some minor blemishes, the worst being a dime sized door ding on right side just under the mirror, the two wheels on the right side exhibiting curb rash and some small spots of missing paint on the front bumper with the black plastic color showing.
The title shows this is the third owner because of a death, the inheritor sold immediatly to the present owner.
The car runs perfectly and is in fine shape mechanically.
The owner is asking $18,550 which is exactly what one of the online car value sites says should be average retail.
My question is what is a realistic price given todays market and the limited information I am able to supply. We are considering a top offer of 17,000. We are certainly willing to pay a premium for the low milage as this car seems hardly broken in yet.
What say the more knowledgable experts here?
Thanx
I recently retired and my wife and I have been bitten by the urge to purchase a Crossfire roadster. Simply beautiful cars. We understand your passion for these cars here.
We are looking at a 05 Limited roadster in Red Pearl. 14K miles with a clean title and car history. Automatic which is what we need at our advanced age.
Some minor blemishes, the worst being a dime sized door ding on right side just under the mirror, the two wheels on the right side exhibiting curb rash and some small spots of missing paint on the front bumper with the black plastic color showing.
The title shows this is the third owner because of a death, the inheritor sold immediatly to the present owner.
The car runs perfectly and is in fine shape mechanically.
The owner is asking $18,550 which is exactly what one of the online car value sites says should be average retail.
My question is what is a realistic price given todays market and the limited information I am able to supply. We are considering a top offer of 17,000. We are certainly willing to pay a premium for the low milage as this car seems hardly broken in yet.
What say the more knowledgable experts here?
Thanx
You are in VT and there isn't a HUGE market for Roadsters there....I'm in the lower Mason Dixie line where the RAG-TOP here it's all the rage (meaning bigger market for the convertible model) . You'd be doing well to sell the car in the $17,000 range, which is within reason I'd think. If asked would I buy ??? NO......and here's why. Anyone that knows anything about the car knows it's ended production. THERE WILL BE NO MORE MADE. That means from here on out...any replacement parts, starter, fuel pump, even something like a head light lens replacement is going to have to come from Germany. The car is basically a Mercedes SLK model and there aren't many Mercedes dealer (supply sources) that in about two years are not going to stock such items. They are already high dollar replacement items today even form the local dealerships. What's up the road for cost, in a couple of years.. is questionable.
You are in a forum where owners KNOW the car and knowledge of it's worth is high..I understand that ...and except that ( your comment about passion for the car).....What you need to decide is.... are you looking to get the high end dollar - or out of the car ?? Basically sell it because use is no longer feasible?
That should determine your approach to the market...that would be the market what you want to target. There's Crag's LIST and EBAY or even your local use auto dealer...it all depends
One of the good "feelers" you are using here is what a forum users ...would be willing to offer..and that why you are here asking....I get that....here, you'll get what the actual price is worth.... Very smart. ..Here, there are well informed owners group.
Me personally....I'll have to tell you, that's high end price. There in New England EVERYTHING is high price....I mean everything.... It's a wonderful car..don't get me wrong...I'm just tossing out some prospective....but you're here for my own personal oppion...I'll step a side now...........
WHAT DO I KNOW, I'M ONLY THE 800 LB GORILLA IN THE ROOM....
......I have 83,000 miles on mine I'm thinking about it's first oil change this weekend...what do you think ? Haven't had a LICK of trouble out of it yet...yet key word.... 17,000 miles on a German made car....sounds more like it's time to change the OIL...then it is to sell it...LOL
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Re: I need a little advice
well, retired, I guess I look at things a little different than the others...I've been a gearhead my whole life...so here goes...first, if this was a 1 owner, and had no dings and minor curb rash...I'd say, it was worth it. But, it's not. In fact, the new owner who is now selling doesn't even have a dime in it.....so, with that info, I would certainly make a low offer...every dime he gets is profit. As for the car, you would be the 4th owner, like it or not whether the 3rd owner has driven it or not...16.5 would be my top offer...you will put 500 in it to fix it up...now at 17k....that's a fair deal...good luck with whatever you decide...
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