View Poll Results: How do you buy your MB?
new only
14
38.89%
used only
11
30.56%
new or used, depending on the car
11
30.56%
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Did you buy new or used?
#1
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Did you buy new or used?
I've noticed that a lot of used car buyers on the BMW forum I frequent. I've also noticed some here, but I was wondering about the percentage. So, indulge me, if you will, in this poll. Do you buy your Mercedes new, used, or both?
#3
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Originally posted by Noble C320
New. I hate used cars. I Will never buy one. Id rather buy a new Civic.
New. I hate used cars. I Will never buy one. Id rather buy a new Civic.
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Used from MB dealership, low mileage, eligible for extended factory warrantee.
I would have a great deal of difficulty buying used from an individual or non MB dealership.
I would have a great deal of difficulty buying used from an individual or non MB dealership.
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I bought a C230 Kompressor 1998 used. Last year I bought a C32 new. Both were bought from the same dealership. Both have their advantages. New: you know what you are getting has not been abused or been in an accident. Used: you don't lose as much when selling it later on.
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Dad bought mine used with 44K on it in 2002 with extended factory and Starmark warranty to 100K/2005. It was an absolute steal and I've had few problems with it. For me, it's Used Certified every time. I can't justify taking the depreciation off the lot when I can get just as good of a car used with a warranty and let someone else take the depreciation.
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93 320CE, 72 280SE 3.5, 55 220A, 05 E280CDI, 88 Mini Mayfair, 90 Peugeot 205GTI, 04 Mini Cooper
Originally posted by WhiteTrash
new.
and i'm getting thoroughly hosed in depreciation
new.
and i'm getting thoroughly hosed in depreciation
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I average around 35,000 miles a year. By buying used low mileage vehicles I avoid initial depreciation while also being able to rack up miles and still get a decent resale when it's time to say goodbye. Thus far, I've been very fortunate to have had great used vehicles.