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July 4th, 2009

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How Much Should I Pay: 2009 Ford Fusion

July 3rd, 2009

Question From Brian: I want to buy a 2009 ford  fusion sel with leather seats, the moon and tune package as well as the sports appearence package. After rebates price goes to 21500, how low can I take it from here. I have my own financing?

Queen of the Road: Hi Brian. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! What is the MSRP and which rebate is your dealership offering?

According to AutoBrag’s statistics for the 2009 Fushion,
The National Average discount off MSRP: 15.20%

The best way to find out the price for a new Fushion is to use the AutoBrag Car Price Search Engine.




How Much Should I Pay: 2006 Honda CR-V

Question: 2006 Honda cr-v awd ex with 60,000 miles?

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

For a 2006 Honda CR-V 4WD EX with 60,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $15,000 (being in above average condition) to $13,600 (being in average condition) and $12,300 (being in below average condition).

A fair range for a dealership sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $13,900 to $16,700. A private seller will usually aim to sell it for 5%-10%.




How Much Should I Pay: 2006 BMW 330i

Question From Kquaila: What is a fair price for a BMW 330i (2006) with 89,000 miles on it?

Queen of the Road: Hi Kquaila. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! The price you should pay depends on who you’re buying from.

For a 2006 BMW 330i Sedan with 89,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $17,900 (being in above average condition) to $15,600 (being in average condition) and $13,400 (being in below average condition).

A fair range for a dealership sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $15,300 to $20,100. A private seller will usually aim to sell it for 5%-10%.




How Much Should I Pay: 2009 Honda Odyssey

Question From Adam: Looking to buy a new 2009 Odyssey EXL without Nav or DVD from a dealership. Thanks!

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

The best way to find out the prices for a EX-L is to use the AutoBrag Car Price Search Engine.

The First Step: Open a new browser window and go to http://www.autobrag.com/#SearchCarPrices then select the appropriate Year, Make and Vehicle Model of the new car price you are searching for.

The Second Step: Choose which mode to display new car prices.




How Much Should I Pay: 2009 Jeep Wrangler

Question From Chris: How much should I pay for a fully loaded 2009 Wrangler X, white with 24S package, dual top, etc. MSRP is 28,290. One dealer told me invoice price was 26,930. What should I be willing to pay?

Queen of the Road: Hi Chris. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! $26.9k is not a good deal. You canbe saving more than $3,000.

YOUR DEAL
MSRP: $28,290.00
Selling Price: $26,930.00
Savings: $1,360.00
% OFF MSRP: 4.80%

A DEAL WITH A SIMILAR MSRP:
MSRP: $28,125.00
ePrice: $25,015.00
Savings: $3,110.00
% OFF MSRP: 10.99%




How Much Should I Pay: 2006 Acura MDX

Question From Derrick: I am in the market for 2006 Acura MDX Touring and I see one for ~38k miles no dvd or nav. Dealer asking for 21k. VIN: 2HNYD186X6H510120. I thought it was kinda high.

Queen of the Road: Hi Derrick. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! $21k is a fair price, but check the carfax for anything.

For a 2006 Acura MDX Touring with 38,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $22,900 (being in above average condition) to $20,800 (being in average condition) and $18,800 (being in below average condition).




How Much Should I Pay: 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320

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Question From Him22: 2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class 3.5L. I am looking at a vehicle that is off the lease it has 35,145 miles and it has full option. carfax is clean. The dealer is asking $26,999 is this a good deal?

R320 and R350
Thank you

Queen of the Road: Hi Him22. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! Below is a range of prices for both cars…




How Much Should I Pay: 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe

July 2nd, 2009

Question From Brenda: I’m trying to buy a Chevy Tahoe LS 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 6A) summit white or birch metallic color with ebony interior, but i’m a first time buyer. So i don’t know anything of buying car. What price should i offer them when im at the dealer.

Queen of the Road: Hi Brenda. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! I’m so glad you came to us as a first time buyer. I remember that feeling of vulnerability and no source of help. It looks like there’s a good cash back incentive and the maximum discount is up to 16.5% off MSRP.




How Much Should I Pay: 2007 Toyota Tundra

Question From Wes: I am looking at a 2007 Tundra with 11,000 miles on it. It is a Limited trim CrewMax 4×4 with several options such as dvd/nav rear camera, running boards, and sunroof. I will be going to a dealership and it is certified used with an asking price of $35,000. I am going to try to get it at around $33,000 and am wondering if this is a good offer or if I can go lower.

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




How Much Should I Pay: 2004 BMW 325CI

Question From Mer: Hi, How much should I pay for 2004 BMW 325CI convertible?

Mileage: 39,789
year: 2004
Trim: BMW 325CI CONVERTIBLE
Seller: BMW Dealer
- cold weather package
- premium package
- xenon adaptive headlights
- 5 spd automatic transmission

Seller is asking for a $18,300.

Is that a good deal ?

Thank you in advance.
Mer

Queen of the Road: Hi Mer. Welcome to AutoBragBlog. If the seller is private, then feel free to ask for wholesale prices based on the condition.




How Much Should I Pay: 2009 Chevrolet Traverse

Question From Ted: I am trying to find the best deal in my area on a 09 Chevy Traverse LT1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A). My zip code in 39466. Would be willing to travel up to 100miles for the right deal.

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




How Much Should I Pay: 2007 Saab 9-3

Question: What is the dealer wholesale cost of a 2007 Saab 9-3 Aero Sedan with 36,000 miles Manual transmission?

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

For a 2007 SAAB 9-3 V6 Sedan Aero 6SP with 36,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $14,400 (being in above average condition) to $13,400 (being in average condition) and $12,500 (being in below average condition).

A fair range for a dealership sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $14,000 to $16,100. A private seller will usually aim to sell it for 5%-10%.




How Much Should I Pay: 2008 Mazda CX-9

Question From Kishore: Can you please help with the pricing for a preowned 2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring FWD (not AWD). No other options. Looks like a basic GT edition with 22,700 miles. Dealer’s price is $23,888. Thank you.

Queen of the Road: Hi Kishore! Welcome to AutoBragBlog. $23.9k is a fair price to ask for. You can try asking for a little lower, but the price is fair.

For a 2008 Mazda CX-9 2WD V6 Grand Touring with 22,700 miles, wholesale prices range from $25,200 (being in above average condition) to $21,800 (being in average condition) and $18,500 (being in below average condition).




How Much Should I Pay: 2006 BMW 330i

Question From Fhill: Great site. Do you feel $27,991 is a fair dealer price for a CPO 2006 330i. Actual miles 34,100. Appreciate your thoughts.

Queen of the Road: Hi Fhill. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! $28k is too high. A fair range to buy from a dealership is $20,600 to $25,600, but these prices don’t include CPO. So a tad bit higher than that range, but not $28k.

For a 2006 BMW 330i Sedan with 34,100 miles, wholesale prices range from $23,300 (being in above average condition) to $21,000 (being in average condition) and $18,700 (being in below average condition).




How Much Should I Pay: 2004 Honda Accord

Question: I will be purchasing a 2004 Honda Accord EX V6, leather, etc. with 100k miles, new tires and timing belt from a relative for $10,000 if that compares. Can someone tell me if that is good also?

Queen of the Road:  Welcome to AutoBragBlog!

For a 2004 Honda Accord V6 Sedan EX Auto with 100,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $9,900 (being in above average condition) to $8,600 (being in average condition) and $7,200 (being in below average condition).




How Much Should I Pay: 2009 Honda Civic

July 1st, 2009

Question From Jackie: How much should I pay for a Honda Civic 2dr coupe EX Automatic 2009?

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

Just keep in mind that the price you pay all depends on the MSRP of the car you’re looking at. If you see a one online or at a dealership, send me the MSRP and I’ll figure out a Selling Price.

In the meantime, below are examples of deals being offered. If you’d like to see the complete list of deals, you can find them on www.AutoBrag.com.




How Much Should I Pay: 2007 Jeep Wrangler

Question: Hey,

I’m looking for

Year:2007
Make:Jeep
Model: Wrangler Unlimited X or Sahara 4WD Auto
Trim: Color: Dark green/Dark Blue/Silver, Hard or soft top
Mileage: <25000
Buying
From Private Party or From A Dealership
Location: Southeast (I’m in Southeast AL but will travel for a good deal)

Thanks!

Queen of the Road: You’ve come to the right place for Jeep wholesale prices for you. I’d be happy to help you with a fair price range.




How Much Should I Pay: 2009 Ford Mustang

 

Question From B. Blount: How much off the sticker should I expect to pay for 09 Mustang GT Premium 2dr Coupe Automatic with a glass roof with new ‘10 already arriving? Are they making any deals? The car’s sticker is $34,280.

Queen of the Road: Hi B. Blount. Welcome to AutoBragBlog!

According to AutoBrag’s statistics for the 2009 Mustang,
The National Average discount off MSRP: 12.25%
The National Maximum discount off MSRP: 20.51%

At MSRP: $34,280
Selling Price: $30,081
Savings: $4,199
% OFF MSRP: 12.25%

At MSRP: $34,280
Selling Price: $27,250
Savings: $7,030
% OFF MSRP: 20.51%




How Much Should I Pay: 2007 Nissan 350Z

Question From Phil: How much should I pay for a low mileage(<20k) 2007 350z coupe? I want to buy a 2007 350z coupe with manual tranny but I am having a hard time finding them under 24k. Considering they are almost 3yrs old and there is the new model Z out I figured I’d be able to get one for a good deal. What’s your thoughts?

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

The prices below are for a base Coupe. The best deals are through private sellers, but if you buy through a dealership, there should be good deals out there. You’re smart for buying pre-owned.