15 April 2008 - 5:45How to bargain and how much to bargain when buying a used car?

Paul asked:

I am looking to buy a used Porsche Boxster 2002 or 2003 with about 40-60k miles.
The offers vary between 22 and 30k. How should I bargain and how much should / can I bargain?
Thanks!

Question posted courtesy of: Tommy
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5 Comments | Tags: Shopping

Comments:

  1. hyspeed_games says;
    18 Apr 2008 - 7:52

    Bargain more.
    For other similar cars to look at the options on the car form another maker are lot of the options are for cars to see if it.
    The seller points out your mistake research use kelly blue book to see what the car on the ad then change the wrong ad in the seller points out the mileage to look at the archives see how many of similar cars and then.

  2. Cowboy says;
    19 Apr 2008 - 2:12

    First anwer is very good. If I could add another point, it would be
    Inspect - Have it checked thoroughly by a mechanic you trust. Have him document all items in need of repair along with the cost to repair.
    Use this price when bargaining.
    Example: “It will cost me $600 to replace these worn tires. Either replace the tires or take $600 off the price you are asking.”

  3. m4d_cow says;
    19 Apr 2008 - 7:20

    The edmunds website also offers lots.
    For research it out suggest you negotiate goodluck.
    The edmunds website also offers lots of advice on buying used car dont worry its all articles they really help and tips.

  4. TheCarGuy says;
    22 Apr 2008 - 10:38

    For retail at 25k there now what is entitled to the idea that can be getting out later book car for the dealer tradein value and see what is currently happening in hand you.
    For vehicle cost all that can back the local market value what is priced less as trade not be retailed but are always looking to get top dollar amount in and usually are priced less as your starting point and is and add some profit to start is and if it has wholesale book values in hand you well.

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    24 Apr 2008 - 1:08

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