Question: i want to sell my car. here is what it is:

2005 honda accord coupe v6
EX w/everything but navi
31,500
silver/black
car is just a notch below excellent due to a scratch on the bumper
im in virginia (falls church)

TIA

Queen of the Road: Hello. Let’s get you some wholesale Honda Accord prices.

For a 2005 Honda Accord V6 Coupe EX Auto with 31,500 miles, prices range from $15,500 (being in above average condition) to $13,900 (being in average condition) and $12,400 (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 $13.8k to $17.2k. Private sellers generally sell for 5% to 10% above wholesale prices.

Here’s an article to cover the basics: 7 Steps To A Smooth Car Sale. Goodluck with selling your car.

Question: thanks for all the help you’ve been giving people.

I’m in the market and have found what I want:

Make/Model: 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
Trim: GT
Mileage: 16,250
Installed Options: Moonroof
Zip: 07470

The vehicle is not certified pre-owned (CPO) but according to the dealer it may be able to be. That would bring a 6 year/100k mile warranty. Dealer also states that car has new tires. Have only seen on website and wanting to have the deal just about done before going in. It’s in NJ, I’m in PA.

Dealer is asking $23,995.

Also, I’d be trading in:

Make/Model: 2005 Scion tC
Trim: 5 Speed
Mileage: 72,500
Options: Front & Rear Curtain, Subwoofer, Rear Spoiler, Clear Bra

Has some minor wear and tear and will require tires by winter. Inspected until March 2009. Curious what the wholesale auction value is on the car so I know how much KBB is off ($9,900).

TIA!

Queen of the Road: Hello hello! Sorry, buddy. I don’t have prices for that Mazda trim at the moment. For the Mazda6, I only seem to have the S and I. The good news is that I have wholesale Scion prices for you.

For a 2005 Scion tC with 72,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $11,300 (being in above average condition) to $9,700 (being in average condition) and $8,000 (being in below average condition). Keep in mind that all the numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to flip it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $9,200 to $12,900.

I recommend you try selling it yourself. Almost all our readers receive trade-in quotes that are dissappointing and much less than if they sold privately. Best of luck and let us know if there’s anything else we can help you with.

Question From Dan: Your opinion please: best/reasonable trade-allowance should accept for 2005 Honda Pilot EX-L (standard EX-L equipment), Taffeta White; 40800 miles; good-to-excellent condition per industry definitions; Phoenix-area; trading-in on new 2008 Honda CR-V EL-X 2-WD; no financing involved; have a confirmed price on the new car itself $1154 below the MSRP sticker of $26,135. Thank you.

MuscleCarGuy: Hi Dan! Welcome to AutoBragBlog, where we do all the car price researching for you.

For a 2005 Honda Pilot EX-L with 40,800 miles, prices range from $16,600 (being in above average condition) to $15,200 (being in average condition) and $13,900 (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 $15,500 to $19,000.

If you trade in your Pilot you should expect to get the wholesale value for it. Have you though about private selling your car? It might save you a few extra hundred in comparison to trading in. Take some nice digital shots and post an ad up in Craigslist or AutoTrader.

With the prices below we can see that you can negotiate a bit more for the 2008 Honda CR-V.

For a 2008 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A),

The Biggest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $25,499.00
MSRP: $27,704.00
ePrice: $25,499.00
Savings: $2,205.00
% OFF MSRP: 7.96 %

2nd Biggest Percentage Off MSRP Price: $25,499.00
MSRP: $27,604.00
ePrice: $25,499.00
Savings: $2,105.00
% OFF MSRP: 7.63 %

How do you apply these prices?

Print out all the blue links and take them to your local Honda dealerships. But before you go, we highly recommend you call and make an appointment to see the Internet Sales/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 a Honda dealership’s website and checking their inventory. Remember, cars are a commodity so these prices apply everywhere in the U.S. This car in New York should cost the same in California. The taxes vary by state.

Here’s the 2008 Honda CR-V Crash Test & Rollover Results. If you want to research more Honda CR-V prices, poke around on www.autobrag.com. Keep us posted with how everything goes.

Question From Chirag:   Hi

How much can I expect for my 2005 honda civic.
specs:
Gray color
41000 miles
tires good
no maintenence required.
minor body work done

MuscleCarGuy:   Hi  Chirag. Welcome to AutoBragBlog, where we do all the car price researching for you.

We need more information on your car.

It is a Sedan or Coupe?  Automatic or Manual? DX, DX Value Package, EX, HX, LX, SI, VP or GX?

This Is An Update To A Previous Question

Question From Elaine: I have a 2005 Gmc Envoy, SLE, 72k miles, tow package, roof rack, 1 CD player, excellent maintenance condition. Only blemish is paint fade in front of each rear wheel well.

Queen of the Road: Hi, Elaine! Welcome to our blog. We can definitely help you with wholesale prices for your Envoy. Is you Envoy a base or XL? 2WD or 4WD? 6C or V8?

Follow Up Comment: Base (SLE), 4 wheel drive, 6 cyclinder. It does not have the 3rd row seat. elaine

Queen of the Road: Hi, Elaine! I’ve got some quotes for you! Hope this helps!

For a 2005 GMC Envoy XL SLE with 72,000 miles, prices range from $10,200 (being in above average condition) to $9,700 (being in average condition) and $9,100 (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 $10,500 to $11,600.
Were you planning on trading it in or selling yourself? Selling a car yourself may save you a few extra hundred in comparison to trading in. Take some nice digital shots and post an ad up in Craigslist or AutoTrader. Prepare all the maintenance records so that potential buyers are aware of how well you cared for the Envoy. Let us know if you need tips on selling your car.

Question From Elaine: I have a 2005 Gmc Envoy, SLE, 72k miles, tow package, roof rack, 1 CD player, excellent maintenance condition. Only blemish is paint fade in front of each rear wheel well.

Queen of the Road: Hi, Elaine! Welcome to our blog. We can definitely help you with wholesale prices for your Envoy. Is you Envoy a base or XL? 2WD or 4WD? 6C or V8?

Question: What is the value in CA if I was going to sell a 2005 Toyota Corolla CE with a 5 spd and 105,000. sell it to someone or trade in

Thanks,

Queen of the Road:  Hi there! Welcome to AutoBragBlog, where we do all the car price researching for you.

For a 2005 Toyota Corolla CE with 105,000 miles, prices range from $7,200 (being in above average condition) to $5,900 (being in average condition) and $4,600 (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 $5.6k to $8.5k.

So keep all these figures in mind when getting a quote. Selling the car yourself may save you a few extra hundred. Post an ad up in Craigslist or AutoTrader. Let me know if you need tips on selling the car. Wow, 105k in three years. How long is your commute to work?

Follow Up Comment:  Thanks Icy,  I know I do drive alot of miles a year

Question: Couple For you

Year:2008
Make:Ford
Model: Taurus X
Trim: SEL w/Leather
Mileage: 10000
VIN: Unknown
Buying or Selling? Buying
From Private Party or From A Dealership? Dealer

Almost the same but different trim level

Year:2008
Make:Ford
Model: Taurus X
Trim: Limited
Mileage: 10000
VIN: Unknown
Buying or Selling? Buying
From Private Party or From A Dealership? Dealer

If you can also do new pricing on either of those that would be great.

Last would be my trade in.

Year:2005
Make:Jeep
Model: GRAND CHEROKEE
Trim: Limited (Nav,Sun Roof, Rear Ent, Tow Package, Premium Wheels …all options with this one)
Mileage: 36600
Buying or Selling? Selling/Trading
From Private Party or From A Dealership? Dealer

Looking for AWD on the Fords and The Jeep is AWD/4×4 with the 5.7L Hemi V8

THanks

Thank you in advance for your help, am looking at these as I type this so your help is greatly appreciated.

Queen of the Road: For a 2008 Ford Taurus X AWD V6 Limited with 10,000 miles, prices range from $21,900 (being in above average condition) to $20,900 (being in average condition) and $20,000 (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 $22.1k to $24.1k.

The SEL figures are almost identical to the Limited’s figures.

For a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD V8 Limited with 36,600 miles, prices range from $16,400 (being in above average condition) to $15,000 (being in average condition) and $13,500 (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 $15k to $18.2k.

Question From Reiffe: Hi. Want to sell 2005 Volvo S60 (Manual) with 25k miles.  It’s the 2.4I.  Thanks!

Queen of the Road:  For a 2005 Volvo S60 2.4I with 25,000 miles, prices range from $16,000 (being in above average condition) to $13,900 (being in average condition) and $11,800 (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 $13.1 to $17.6k. There you go! If you have any question about selling you car, don’t hesitate to ask us anything.

Follow Up Comment: Thank you!

Question: I am looking into buying a used Saturn Aura. Can you let me know what they are going for and also what my current car which I will either sell or trade is worth?

Year: 2007-2008
Make: Saturn
Model: Aura V6 4-Door
Trim: XE
Mileage: 20k
VIN:
Buying or Selling? Buying
From Private Party or From A Dealership? Dealer

Selling or trading:

Year: 2005
Make: Chevy
Model: Cobalt 4Dr Auto
Trim: LT Leather, wheels
Mileage: 36k
VIN:
Buying or Selling? Selling

Thanks in advance!

Queen of the Road: Hello there! For a 2007 Saturn Aura XE with 20,000 miles, prices range from $13,650 (being in above average condition) to $13,200 (being in average condition) and $12,800 (being below average condition). Keep in mind that these numbers above are the wholesale prices. A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale. Estimated retail prices can range from $14.3k - $15.2.

For a 2008 Saturn Aura XE with 20,000 miles, prices range from $15,200 (being in above average condition) to $14,500 (being in average condition) and $13,700 (being below average condition). Estimated retail prices can range from $15.3k - $16.8.

For a 2005 Chevy Cobalt LT with 36,000 miles, prices range from $9,600 (being in above average condition) to $8,400 (being in average condition) and $7,100 (being below average condition). I highly recommend that you try selling your Chevy yourself. Try Craigslist and Autotrader.  Most likely, you’ll get a higher return compared to trading in. Then you can get a TV with the money saved from selling it yourself.

Let us know if you have any questions and tell us how everything goes!