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Nov 22nd, 2011, 16:38 | #1 |
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Trade in do's and don'ts
Hi
I'm looking to sell my xc60 and get a s40. Is it against the rules to trade in for a cheaper car?? I don't want to ask my dealer in case they laugh at me! |
Nov 22nd, 2011, 16:46 | #2 |
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No but just remember they are in business to make money and prefer if you gave them the money.
Dont be surprised if you get insulted with there offer for your car. |
Nov 22nd, 2011, 16:46 | #3 |
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Trade in do's and don'ts
you are allways better selling your own car if you can and buying with out a trade in if possible the dealer will allways try and give you a lower price than he will sell your car for if he dit not then he would not be makeing money as he has to give some warranty with cars hes sells plus maybe take in another trafe in, keep them cleaned and safe. but shop arround see what you get offered. for
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Nov 23rd, 2011, 08:30 | #4 |
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If you're going to go for a new car, go in around Christmas - it's the slowest time of the year for dealers and they'll snap your hand off for a deal.
And never, ever, answer the question "what do you want for your car?" with a figure. Always ask the dealer what the deal is to change. |
Nov 23rd, 2011, 09:26 | #5 |
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Mines a may 2009 xc60 D5 SE Lux.
Black manual drive Extras include Bluetooth, front parking sensors, styling kit, tinted windows. Theres 26000 miles on the clock, full service history and warranty and free servicing until may 2012. What sort of money could I expect on the private Market and more importantly would I get a buyer at this Market value?! |
Nov 23rd, 2011, 09:51 | #6 | |
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Nov 23rd, 2011, 10:42 | #7 | |
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Private £22,210 Part exchange £20,735 Trade £19,780 Suppose cars are easier to sell by dealers as they offer P/X finance etc whereas for a private sale the buyer needs a bag of cash so it may present a challenge, particularly this near to Christmas and in the current economic climate! Why are you selling? Regards |
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Nov 23rd, 2011, 10:47 | #8 | |
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Maybe I would answer the question with a question "whats it worth to you"? Always know what the value is mind, and always have a figure in mind that you want/need Regards |
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Nov 23rd, 2011, 12:06 | #9 | |
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Most non-franchised dealers look for a £2K profit per car and franchised look to make £3-4K. In both cases this covers profit and having to put it through the workshop to warranty it / get it through the MoT. If they're keen to do a deal they will drop £500 w/out blinking and if desperate for a deal will go up to another £500 off. |
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Jan 5th, 2012, 13:42 | #10 |
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Blimey... i'm obviously working at the wrong place...
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