How Much Should I Pay: 2006 & 2008 Toyota Higlander Hybrid
Question: Hey and thanks for all your help!!
Year: 2006
Make: Toyota
Model: Highlander Hybrid 2WD, V6, Auto
Trim: Base (16 Inch Alloy Wheels, AM/FM/Cassette/CD Changer Audio System, Audio Steering Wheel Controls, Daytime Running Lights, Engine Immobilizer, Front Fog/Driving Lights, Front Side Airbags, Front and Rear Head Airbags, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Heated Exterior Mirrors, JBL Audio, Leather Door Trim, Power Driver Seat, Power Driver Seat Lumbar Adjustment, Power Glass Sunroof, Rear Spoiler, Universal Remote Transmitter)
Mileage: 17,000
VIN: JTEDW21A260014618
Buying or Selling? in the market to buy
From Private Party or From A Dealership? private party
Seller thinks he can charge KBB RETAIL value (excellent condition) and seems to be super inflexible on the price because it is a hybrid. Told him I could buy a new (and redesigned), 2008 Hybrid Highlander LIMITED edition for about $10,000 more than his asking price (which, according to Edmunds TMV and me beating the average, is true).
My thinking is that if this car is in pristine condition, it’s worth about $26,xxx (he claims it is in “near showroom condition” which is absolutely probable). I’ve done research on KBB, Edmunds and Black Book.
Queen of the Road: Hi there! Welcome to AutoBragBlog, where we do the car price researching for you. I was never quite confident on how reliable KBB and Edmunds is, but as a CA dealer, here’s the wholesale prices…
For a 2006 Toyota Highlander 2WD V6 Hybrid with 17,000 miles, prices range from $25,200 (being in above average condition) to $23,000 (being in average condition) and $20,700 (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 $22,800 to $27,600.
It looks like you thought right. It’s less than what he’s offering. Cars are the second fastest depreciating items. After evaluating the car, decide what you think the condition of the car is in. Negotiate as close to the wholesale price based on the condition.
If you’re interested in a NEW Highlander Hyrbid….
A 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited 4dr SUV AWD w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT),
The Largest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $41,115.00
MSRP: $45,795.00
ePrice: $41,115.00
Savings: $4,680.00
% OFF MSRP: 10.22%
We ranked this deal a thumbs up. If you’d like to research more Hybrid price, you’re welcome to poke around AutoBrag.com.
Here’s what to do with this price: Print out the blue link and take the sheet with you to your local Toyota dealerships as proof that the prices your asking for didn’t fall out of the sky. Ask to talk to the Internet Fleet Manager because he/she should know exactly what you’re talking about. Better yet, call and make an appointment to see him/her first. If they don’t believe you, ask to use one of their computers so they can see for themselves. It’s impossible for them to doubt your prices because you’re pulling up another Toyota dealership’s website and checking their inventory. How can their website lie?
AutoBrag is a CA dealership. So we’re not exactly a random group of people throwing car prices out there. Expect them to doubt you at first because they may not want to deal with the fact that you’re killing their commission. If no one wants to work with you, that’s their loss. Go to another dealership.
Here’s the 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Crash Test & Rollover Ratings.
Here’s the 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Crast Test & Rollover Ratings.
Let us know if you need any advice or have any further questions. Goodluck!
