Question From Alvin: I have a 2004 Corvette Convertible with about 4600 miles that I would like to trade for a 2007 or 2008 Toyota Prius or Camry Hybrid. What is the best deal possible that can be had?

Queen of the Road: Hi, Alvin. Welcome to AutoBragBlog, where we do the car price researching for you. Is your corvette a 6Sp or Auto?

FYI, a Pre-Owned 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid with 10,000 miles, prices range from $24,300 (being in above average condition) to $22,900 (being in average condition) and $21,500 (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 $23,700 to $26,700.

Unfortunately, there aren’t many NEW 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrids in our system. Here’s what we have:

For a 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT),

The Largest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $26,857.00
MSRP: $29,530.00
ePrice: $26,857.00
Savings: $2,673.00
% OFF MSRP: 9.05%
This deal is so-so. Not worth pursuing. Since the 2009s are out, all the 2007s are being rushed around because dealers are trying to make room new cars. 2008s are already considered old.

For a 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

The Largest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $25,157.00
MSRP: $28,549.00
ePrice: $25,157.00
Savings: $3,392.00
% OFF MSRP: 11.88%
We gave this deal a thumbs up because of the 11.88% savings.

Here’s what to do with the prices:   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 Camry Hybrid Crash Test & Rollover Ratings.

Here’s the 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Crast Test & Rollover Ratings.
Let us know if you or your friends/family need any advice or have any further questions. Goodluck!

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