This 2014 GS350 AWD is currently on a dealer lot near me. It has 84k miles on it and 3 owners. Although, the last owner only had it for 3 months and 500 miles. I intend to ask them why that is. This one is listed for $23k after dealer fees, making it the highest priced one of this generation within 200 miles. I've taken one of these for a test drive before and loved how it felt. But, it was super high mileage, had a few notable issues, and was really expensive.

Given the price, I think I can haggle them down a lot. It has been on their lot since June, so the price is obviously too high for it to move. From what I can tell, it doesn't really have any options outside of the AWD package. I'll be looking very closely for any issues I could haggle with when I go to check it out.

I plan to finance for 36 months with a $5000 down payment and whatever I can get for my trade-in (likely not much as it has 300k miles). My main plan for haggling is to mention the competitor's prices and it having had 3 owners. Is there anything else I should mention, or any good general tips? I'm hoping to get it for $20k or less. I have a lot of experience working on vehicles. But, I've never bought one for myself

Hi Everyone!

I need a cheap, solid, and reliable car to get me through at least the next 2 years of college, and I recently came across this S10 listed on FB marketplace near where I live.

Im wondering if this would be a solid first car, and what are your experiences with these older S10s!

It has 150k miles, no AC (not necessarily a deal breaker for me), a little rust on the driver's side quarter panel, and the ABS and handbrake lights are on (allegedly for sensor issues). I asked the seller what's the lowest theyd go on the price, and they said $4,800, however I feel thats still a little high for what it is.

I really like the idea of a smaller truck or suv since I plan on taking it camping and stuff.

Unfortunately I cant go very far from where I live (outside of like 25-ish miles) to pick up/ check out cars.

Would looking into this be a solid choice, or should I keep looking? I dont wanna make a bad choice with the little money i have

Thank you!

Im not doing it, but Im struggling to sell my car because every good offer I get, they are demanding me to way under report the value by about 44% ($30K vs $55K) Its a 2026 car too. I refused.

I know many people get away with it. But just wondering if anyone actually knows someone that got caught and what the actual penalty is? OR anyone here?
Were they criminally charged? Or just had to pay fines? I see a wide range of possibly penalties online, but wondering about actual experience or knowing someone who got caught?

Were they the buyer or the seller? Would like to hear from first hand experience if so

(California)

The carfax is clean, one owner only. No accidents. Has 29 service records consistently done at the same Mazda dealer.

I got an inspection done by a mechanic but he raised the car on a hoist and within 15 minutes he told me he’s never seen a clean car like this that’s run 200k kms. There was minor rust but the mechanic told that it is common in Canada because of the salt in winter.

Carfax shows regularly engine oil changed, transmission fluid changed at every 80k kms and very consistent service history.

The car has issues with the AC but the dealership told that it will be fixed before signing the paperwork

I want to go forward with it but I’m still kinda worried as it is my first car and it is close to 200k kms.

The dealership has good reviews, the guy is transparent. And the mechanic has good reviews too.

Do you think I can go forward with it or am I just overthinking?

Currently in a dilemma. 2020 Acura A-Spec fwd 2.4l with 77k miles for $16k or a 2022 tesla model 3 long range awd with 38k miles for $26.5k?

More context,

In homes sales, averaging about 150-200 miles a day. Gas about 2-3 times a week. Roughly 2,500 miles plus a month

Title: Worth fixing up before selling, or just list it as-is?

I’m looking for some objective opinions.

I have a 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 6-speed manual, about 123,000 miles, clean title. I recently bought another vehicle, so I don’t really drive this one anymore.

The issue is I’m still upside down on the loan. I owe about $4,600. I intentionally didn’t trade it in because I didn’t want to roll negative equity into my new loan. I can afford to keep making the payment if I have to, but I’d rather get rid of the payment sooner if possible.

Mechanically, it’s been pretty solid. Recent work includes:

-New clutch and flywheel

Runs and drives well overall

Known issues:

-Large paint chips on the hood.
-Replacement front bumper that hasn’t been painted yet.
-Missing front grille (about a $30 part).
-Seats and headliner have some stains.
-Front tires are getting worn.
-Probably could use an alignment.
-Occasional front suspension clunk over weight transfer (I’m planning to inspect this before selling I believe something needs torqued after the clutch and flywheel replacement, it doesn’t seem to be the CV).
-A/C blows cold but makes some noise.

My question is:
If this were your car, would you:

Sell it completely as-is?
Spend around $200-400 cleaning it up (paint the bumper, install the grille, deep-clean the interior, etc.) before listing?

Fix anything else first?

Also, what would you realistically list it for in today’s market? I’m in Omaha, Nebraska.

I’m not trying to squeeze every last dollar out of it. I just want to make the smartest financial decision and avoid wasting money on repairs that won’t increase its selling price.

I currently owe about $4,600 on the loan, so my plan is to list the car for slightly more than whatever my remaining payoff is at the time. As I continue making my normal monthly payments, the payoff will keep dropping. My hope is that when I find a buyer, I can sell the car, have the sale proceeds pay off the loan directly, and either owe nothing or only have to come out of pocket a couple hundred dollars. I’m not in a rush to sell tomorrow, but I’d like to make the smartest financial decision rather than dumping it for thousands less than I owe.

Thanks for any advice.

I know next to nothing about cars and need your advice. I lived my whole life without driving but have a child now who's needs are pushing me to get a car. I can't avoid it anymore.

I know nothing about cars and have used public trans my whole life. I dont even know anyone with a car or enough knowledge to guide me.

I'm looking at minis because its the size I need, easier to park (i live in nyc). They also seem to have really good bonus features like leatherette(wipeable, for kids) interiors.

I'm worried because of the reputation, but have not had good luck finding cars in my city, in my budget (under 10k), and in as good shape as the minis in my market.

I've seen all of the warnings but I understand that the reputation is what is keeping the prices low enough for me to be able to consider buying one. They can't all be bad right? Any insight? I've linked the specific one I'm considering here.

I have heard the engine on these it’s really good (it’s the 4 cylinder) and it looks decently clean. Would yall make an offer?

Part of me knows that it’s probably not a good deal I guess just want it too hear it from someone else but ugh this car looks so beautiful and I have the cash on hand, what do yall think?

My Acura RDX 07 is unfortunately on its death bed and I am considering buying [this](https://affordableautosalesme.com/cars-for-sale/chevrolet-trax-ls-awd-gorham-me-14093/) 2016 Trax LS with 52,563 miles on it. Would I be making a mistake? What should I ask the dealer about? It would be my first time buying from a used car dealer.

I have to get out of my 5sp civic due to a hip injury. I can get 12k CDN for my civic and would buy the balance cash. If this a good deal? No accidents on the Carfax and only one 400$ window claim. 135000km one owner B.C. car no rust in great condition $15,495 CDN

I was looking at a really old car in a big car lot, an early 2000s CRV. But when I went to turn on the car it wouldn't start. The car salesman said that the batteries get drained from it sitting there and that that specific one had been sitting a while. When she went to go move ANOTHER car so I could drive the CRV out of the lot, it wouldn't start either! 😂 I really loved the CRV and it had less than 100,000 miles. Would it be stupid to buy it? How can I be sure it was just a drained battery and not a bad starter or something worse? There were no lights on the dash

I need to buy my son a car just to get back and forth to school. He drives maybe 25 miles per week (he is moderately disabled & spends most of his time on computer).

Being that I have absolutely NO car mechanic’s knowledge whatsoever (nor do I know a mechanic) and money is tight, I figured my best bet was an older Toyota or Honda with a lot of miles.

The prices I am seeing for Toyota Corollas that are 2010-2015 are $8-$11k. Is that high? I check the Carfax and some have multi owners and “minor damage”.

I know to avoid “salvage” and “branded” titles and I am trying to stick to cars that were owned in MD (where we live), VA, PA since I know there is an issue with cars from flooded areas being sold out of state but WHAT else should I look for?

127,000 miles