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July 4th, 2009

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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.

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%.

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%.

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.

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%

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).

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…
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.

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!

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.

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!

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%.

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).

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).

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).

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.

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.
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%

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.