Question From Tony: would should I pay for a 2004 nissan 350z coupe with 40k on it

Queen of the Road: Hi Tony. Let’s see what Nissan wholesale prices we’ve got for you…

For a 2004 Nissan 350Z Coupe with 40,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $12,900 (being in above average condition) to $11,500 (being in average condition) and $10,200 (being in below average condition).

A dealership will usually aim to sell it for +12%-14% more than wholesale, so their estimated retail prices could range from $11,500 to $14,400. A private seller will usually aim to sell it for 5%-10%.
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Question: How much would be a rock bottom price for a new 2008 BMW z4 coupe automatic, premium, sport package, with 500 miles. The dealer is advertising 9000 dollars off of the MSRP. Would this be the incentive from BMW for prior year…they punch the car… The dealer wants to get rid of it…as it has been on their lot for a very long time. Were there other dealer incentives? Thank you so much

Follow Up Comment: The MSRP on the 2008 Z4 coupe is $48,750.
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Question From Mike: How much should I pay for a Ford Escape XLT with all the features?
XLT 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)

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

According to AutoBrag’s statistics for the 2009 Escape,
The National Average discount off MSRP: 10.35%
The National Maximum discount off MSRP: 12.27%

Before you begin calling or visiting every dealership, I highly recommend you start a virtual negotiation with your surrounding dealers through Braggle on www.AutoBrag.com. You basically place anonymous offers to all dealerships within a 25 to 200 mile radius within your zip code. Dealerships get to compete for your business without gaining your contact information. This method is the easiest procedure and it’s free of charge. There is no obligation to buy if a dealer accepts your bid.
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Question From Vivek:  How much should I pay for Toyota Camry 2009 LE V4 and Honda Accord 2009 EX V4 Thanks!

Queen of the Road:  Hi Vivek! The best way to find out the price for new Camrys and Accords 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.
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Question: Sierra or Equinox, which way would you go?

Queen of the Road: Hi there. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! Hmmm… This is more of a personal choice that I’m not sure I’d be able to help with. One is an SUV, the other a truck. It all depends on which of the two your need most. How badly do you need a truck? You should read car and consumer reviews on both cars written by experts. Just google the car and reviews. That’s what helps me decide!
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Question From Patrick: What is the average discount off MSRP that dealers settle on? If I ask for 10% off is that too much? What is realistic?

Queen of the Road: Hi Patrick. 10% is very reasonable. According to AutoBrag discount statistics…

For the 2010 Honda Accord,

The Average discount off MSRP: 7.98%
The Maximum discount off MSRP: 9.15%

For the 2009 Honda Accord,

The Average discount off MSRP: 7.98%
The Maximum discount off MSRP: 9.15%

As you can see, you shouldn’t feel an ounce of guilt when asking for more.

Very helpful video, but if you’d rather not waste any time dancing with salesmen, just go through AutoBrag’s Braggle system by placing anonymous offers to all dealerships within a 25 to 200 mile radius within your zip code.

Have dealerships compete for YOUR business!

Follow Up Comment: I finally have my new car and I have gotten a really good deal on it! Thanks so much autobrag! You all are amazing!

Queen of the Road:  CONGRATULATIONS! The entire AutoBrag team is very happy for you. We always get excited when we hear back from people who have saved money by our Braggle system. Enjoy your new car. Let us know if you have friends or family that need car prices/advice. More power to the car consumers!!

Question From Max: Why does your pricing method work off of MSRP rather than Invoice price? My father taught me that I should always start from invoice price (which is easily retrieved via research sites like Edmunds).

Queen of the Road: The reason AutoBrag bases our pricing method off of the MSRP is because it reflects the discount off of the sticker price, thus allowing for more accurate “market pricing“.  MSRP allows for an easier apples to apples comparison on pricing. 
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Question From Mark: Is there a time in which dealers must respond to an offer?

Queen of the Road: Hi Mark. Welcome to AutoBragBlog, the car price authority!

There is no mandatory time to reply although we do end the Braggle process once someone accepts the offer.
In our experience, good offers are accepted the fastest!

The AutoBrag team wishes you all a Safe and Happy New Year.

Question: Is the negotiated price the total price, including destination charge?

Queen of the Road: Hi there! Great question.

The negotiated price is the selling price. The selling price is the price that the dealership is willing to sell the new car for. That’s the price BEFORE all those other fees are considered. Fees such as tax, registration, dealer fees, etc..

The destination charge usually means a line item on the window sticker of the car.  It is the cost of the manufacturer transporting the vehicle from the port or point of build to your local dealer. 
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Question: How long after you have my information should I be hearing from the dealers?

Queen of the Road: For those of you not familiar with a Braggle, the Braggle system enables new car shoppers to negotiate the lowest new car prices by making anonymous offers to local dealerships simultaneously with just a few clicks. Dealerships compete, buyers win, and best of all it’s free for both dealers and shoppers of new cars.

To answer your question: The concept of Braggling is not completely saturated with many technologically outdated dealerships. So some dealershps are slow to respond or intimidated with the notion of negotiating online when car dealing culture has thrived off interacting in person for over 50+ years.
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Question From David: Hi. What is a good price in this bad economy for a new 2009 Corolla? Thanks.

Queen of the Road: Welcome to AutoBragBlog!

The best way to find out the price for a new Corolla 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.
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Question: How much should I pay for a new 2009 Honda Fit sport automatic in Michigan?

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

Before you begin calling or visiting every dealership, I highly recommend you start a virtual negotiation with your surrounding dealers through Braggle on www.AutoBrag.com. You basically place anonymous offers to all dealerships within a 25 to 200 mile radius within your zip code. Dealerships get to compete for your business without gaining your contact information. This method is the easiest procedure and it’s free of charge. There is no obligation to buy if a dealer accepts your bid.
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Question From Tami: hello, I have two deals one is for a corolla and the other is a certified pre-owned civic.

2008 Honda Civic LX Auto – certified pre-owned w/ 5k miles – $13,800

2009 Toyota corolla LE Auto – $14, 500

which do you think is the better deal – new or used? Thanks

Queen of the Road: Hi Tami. Welcome to AutoBragBlog.

Both deals are a steal. The Civic is being sold at a wholesale price and the Corolla looks like it’s more than 15% off MSRP. It’s a tough call because both are about equally great.
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This Is An Update To A Previous Question

Follow Up Comment: I used Autobrag on and thanks to your reports I had a new 2010 Ford Fusion SE 3 days later.  According to an email I received from your firm this model’s data was insufficient for posting because it was so new.  Here is one for your records to post.  3.0 (240hp) 6 cyl, 6 spd auto, sun and sync (pkg 201A), pwr sun/moon roof, pwr doors, pwr locks, 60/40 split rear seat that fold down, fold forward passenger seat, 6way power drivers seat, auto dimming rear view mirror, 6 cd, mp3 capable, stereo with 6 speaker, 17″ wheels with silver caps, fog lamps, rear spoiler, sport blue metallic.  Sticker $24,950, price paid $20,931, a savings of 16.1%.  I could have got the Pontiac G6 for $931.00 less than that price but I felt the quality, safety and overall ratings (such as JD Powers and Consumer Reports) pointed to the Fusion.
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Question From Heidi: What is the invoice price for this vehicle …under 25K miles?

Queen of the Road: Hi Heidi. Welcome to AutoBragBlog! I can get you 2008s, but 2009s are unattainable at the moment.

For a 2008 Toyota Highlander 4WD V6 Hybrid with 25,000 miles, wholesale prices range from $26,700 (being in above average condition) to $25,500 (being in average condition) and $24,200 (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 $26,700 to $29,500. A private seller will usually aim to sell it for 5%-10%.
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Question From Anne: How much can I expect to get for trade in value of 2001 Buick Lesabre with 150,000 miles in good condition? What is difference between blue book and wholesale price? Thanks

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

Kelly Blue Book (www.kbb.com) is an excellent resource for consumers to find pricing information on what their cars are worth.  Unfortunately, the system is a bit skewed in that the prices for “excellent” condition are used by dealerships to sell used vehicles. On the other end of the spectrum  the “fair” to good” prices are utilized to by dealerships to purchase your used vehicles.  This is the general perception.
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