Automakers recalled 10.2 million vehicles last year, down nearly 30% compared with 2007 and the lowest number of vehicles called back for repairs since 1994. The improvement in the number of autos recalled is largely the result of better vehicle quality and a monitoring system that flags problems early, allowing carmakers to catch more problems and fix them sooner while calling back fewer vehicles.

Toyota called back 833,000 vehicles.
Honda issued recalls for 797,000 vehicles this year.
Nissan recalled about 581,000 vehicles this year.
Ford recalled nearly 10 million vehicles.
Chrysler’s largest recall last year was of about 180,000.

Question: how much should I pay for a new 2008 Nissan Sentra S with splash guards, floor mats, and color side moldings?

Queen of the Road: Hi there! Welcome to our blog!

The list below is what we currently carry for the 2008 Nissan Sentra:

2.0 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
2.0 SL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
SE-R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)

If you’d like to see one of the trims above, simply leave your choice in the comment box and I’ll researching our best deals.

When you’re ready to buy, be sure to mention the recall on the 2008 Sentras for your safety: 2007/2008 Nissan Sentra’s Leaky Brake Cylinder.

Question: How much should I expect to get for a 2006 Honda Civic EX AT in excellent condition w/ alot of options?

Queen of the Road: Hello there!

The best we can do is show you set deals being offered at certain prices. If there are particular options that you want, that can be negotiated into the invoice price.

If this is a pre-owned car, then what is the mileage? Sedan or Coupe? Auto or Manual?

Question From Dan: How much for a used 08 highlander AWD 20k mi? Will price drop over the next few months?

Follow Up Comment: Base model, 4wd is the only option we need to have.  We could buy from either a dealership or private party. Thanks for your help - I’ll pass the word on.

Queen of the Road: Welcome to AutoBragBlog, Dan! We definitely have prices for Highlanders. Cars can constantly depreciating, but it’s hard to factor if prices will lower next month. It will lower if you prepare yourself to negotiate. This will help: Car Buying Tips From An Insider.

For a 2008 Toyota Highlander 4WD V6 with 20,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $19,400 (being in above average condition) to $18,700 (being in average condition) and $18,000 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices.

A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $20,000 to $21,500. Private seller should range around +5%-10% above wholesale prices.

Be sure to check carfax and do plenty of research on the history of each vehicle. Ask for their maintenance records. You can even bring a mechanic for a brief inspection. Best of luck and keep us posted on how the purchase goes!

Question: How much should I pay for a 2009 Toyota Camry v6 XLE-NAV

Queen of the Road:  Hello there! Welcome to AutoBragBlog! Let’s get you some Toyota Camry deals.

For a 2009 Toyota Camry XLE V6 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A),

The Largest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $27,434.00
MSRP: $32,630.00
ePrice: $27,434.00
Savings: $5,196.00
% OFF MSRP: 15.92%

2nd Largest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $26,832.00
MSRP: $31,737.00
ePrice: $26,832.00
Savings: $4,905.00
% OFF MSRP: 15.46%

Finance Specials: 0.00%-2.90% APR up to 36 Months. excludes Hybrid Offer Expires: 1/7/2009

0.00%-3.90% APR up to 48 Months. excludes Hybrid Offer Expires: 1/7/2009

0.00%-4.90% APR up to 60 Months. excludes Hybrid Offer Expires: 1/7/2009

Consumer Cash Incentives: A Cash Back Incentive of $1,500 is being offered to the Consumer upon purchase. excludes Hybrid Offer Expires: 1/7/2009

The deals above are from R and H Toyota and Fitzway. Here’s a good car buying article I recommmend everyone read before completing the car buying process. Best of luck and keep us posted on how the purchase goes!

Question: How much should I pay for a 2009 Honda Accord Sedan v6 EX-L/NAV

Queen of the Road: Hello there!

For a 2009 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A),

The Largest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $27,195.00
MSRP: $31,694.00
ePrice: $27,195.00
Savings: $4,499.00
% OFF MSRP: 14.20%

The Lowest Internet Price: $26,078.00
MSRP: $28,555.00
ePrice: $26,078.00
Savings: $2,477.00
% OFF MSRP: 8.67%

You can calculate the percentage off MSRP to see if you’re getting a good deal.

How To Calculate The % Off MSRP: MSRP - Invoice Price = X / MSRP = Y (move the decimal point over two digits to the right and that’s the percentage you’re saving. Compare the savings to AutoBrag’s 2009 Honda discount percentages. If you’d like to look at the other Accord deals or would to try our Braggle system, feel free to look through www.AutoBrag.com.

Below is an explanation of the data above and how to utilize these deals from out of state in your local dealership.

What are all these blue links for? The first blue link breaks down the numbers so that you don’t have to do any math or researching. You’ll see exactly how much money you’re saving if you pay the “Internet Price”. It also lists the National Average Discount, the National Maximum Discount and the National Average Price for each vehicle. We also provide our personal opinion to whether we think the deal is good or not.

If we approve the deal, we’ll show a thumbs up and “Bring Your Checkbook“.

If we think the deal is ok, we’ll show a thumb tilted sideways and “Fair Market“.

If we disapprove the deal, we’ll show a thumbs down and “Keep Shopping“.

The second blue link is the proof you’ll need when you step foot onto the dealership. Don’t leave home without it! It’s the page that shows the price which you’ll be asking for. It’s basically what you need to pull up on their computers if they don’t believe you found that price online form that dealer’s inventory.

How do I use these deals in my hometown? Print out all the blue links above and take them to your local dealerships. But before you go, we highly recommend you call and make an appointment to see the Internet Fleet Manager because he/she should know exactly what you’re talking about. Avoid the floor salesmen, head straight to the Internet Sales Manager.

If they don’t believe your prices, ask to use one of their computers so they can see where these figures came from. It’ll be impossible for them to doubt you because you’re pulling up dealership’s website and checking their inventory. It may take a few tries before a dealership agrees to honor the deal.

Remember, cars are a commodity so these prices apply everywhere in the U.S. Goodluck and keep us posted!

Question From Mary Ann: Hi. My friend is selling her car. Wondering how much she should expect/aim to get for it:

1998 Nissan Altima GXE, manual tranny, 125,500 miles.

Think that’s all the info you need… Thanks!

Queen of the Road: Hi Mary Ann. Let’s get you some Nissan wholesale prices.

For a 1998 Nissan Altima Sedan GXE with 34,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $2,600 (being in above average condition) to $1,900 (being in average condition) and $1,200 (being in below average condition).

A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $1,800 to $3,400.

Are you planning on trading in or selling privately?

Question From Nancy: How much for a 2008 or 2009 toyota rav4 6 cylinder limited

Follow Up Comment: Is the 2008 price for the 4 cylinder or 6? Thanks

Queen of the Road: Hi Nancy. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! The 2008 deal is 4 cylinder because that is the only available 2008 Limited deal in our system.

For a 2008 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (2.4L 4cyl 4A),

The Largest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $24,746.00
MSRP: $27,760.00
ePrice: $24,746.00
Savings: $3,014.00
% OFF MSRP: 10.86%

Finance Specials: 0.00%-2.90% APR up to 36 Months. May vary by region. Offer Expires: 1/5/2009

0.00%-3.90% APR up to 48 Months. May vary by region. Offer Expires: 1/5/2009

0.00%-4.90% APR up to 60 Months. May vary by region. Offer Expires: 1/5/2009

Consumer Cash Incentives: A Cash Back Incentive of $500-$1,500 is being offered to the Consumer upon purchase. $500 Base, $1500 Sport/Limited Offer Expires: 1/5/2009

For a 2009 Toyota RAV4 Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A),

The Largest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $26,896.00
MSRP: $30,494.00
ePrice: $26,896.00
Savings: $3,598.00
% OFF MSRP: 11.80%

If you’d like to use one of the deals above, you can simply use our Braggle system (www.AutoBrag.com) or …

How do I use these deals at my local dealerships? Print out all the blue links above and take them to your local dealerships. But before you go, we highly recommend you call and make an appointment to see the Internet Fleet Manager because he/she should know exactly what you’re talking about. Avoid the floor salesmen or any Sales Rep., head straight to the Internet Sales Manager.

If they don’t believe your prices, ask to use one of their computers so they can see where these figures came from. It’ll be impossible for them to doubt you because you’re pulling up dealership’s website and checking their inventory. It may take a few tries before a dealership agrees to honor the deal.

The effort is certainly worth it. Saving an extra thousand(s) really pays off at a time like this. Remember, cars are a commodity so these prices apply everywhere in the U.S. Here’s a good car buying article I recommmend everyone read before completing the car buying process. Best of luck and keep us posted on how the purchase goes!

This Is An Update To A Previous Question

Question From Nidhi: Hi Autobrag team,

Thank you so much for your help with those two cars. The dealer was being arrogant and didn’t wanna budge at all so I am looking at another car:

Could you help me with prices on these three cars:

1. 2005 Saab 9-2X 2.5L aero with automatic transmission. This car has 26000 miles on it and the autocheck report shows it as a one-owner car. The VIN number is JF4GG61665H053531. What are your opinions of this car?

2. 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear with automatic transmission. This car has 45600 miles and its listed as a one owner car on autocheck report. The VIN number is YS3FB49S451058350 and the dealer is asking for 11598 plus TTL. What are your opinions of this car?

3. 2006 Saab 9-3 Aero with automatic transmission. This car has 34000 miles on it. The autocheck report says that it had a minor/moderate accident on right front. How much do you think I should offer for this car taking the accident in acccount? I will get it fully inspected by a certified used car inspection service before I buy it (if I decide). The VIN for this car is YS3FH41U061015296.

Thanks,
Nidhi

Queen of the Road: Hi Nidhi! Welcome back.

1. For a 2005 Saab 9-2X Wagon Aero with 26,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $12,000 (being in above average condition) to $10,000 (being in average condition) and $8,000 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $9,000 to $13,400.

2. For a 2005 Saab 9-3 Sedan Linear Auto with 45,600 miles, wholesale prices range from $8,600 (being in above average condition) to $7,400 (being in average condition) and $6,100 (being in below average condition).  A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $7,100 to $9,800.

3. I generally pass on cars that have a salvaged title. Think long term. When you try to sell it, not only will it have depreciated, but people avoid cars that have been in an accident. For a 2006 SAAB 9-3 V6 Sedan Aero Auto with 34,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $11,700 (being in above average condition) to $10,500 (being in average condition) and $9,300 (being in below average condition). A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $10,600 to $13,200. 

Regarding my opinion, Saabs are not as popular as mainstream cars. Therefore, their resales not as successful, but there are people that love them and deals can be had on them.

Question From Jan: What would be the value for a 1995 BMW Convertible with 60K - some sun damage - supposedly runs perfect - I will be buying a warranty from warranty direct - for 1800 - for five years -

Thanks

Jan

Queen of the Road: Hi Jan. Welcome to AutoBragBlog!

What model of BMW do you own? M series? 3 series? And what style of the series?

Please reply your answer in the comment box and I’ll get started on looking up BMW wholesale prices!