W221 resale value?
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W221 resale value?
I bought a 2013 S550 4Matic a few years ago. With other cars in the stable, the Benz has mostly been a garage queen. Finally deciding to sell it, thinking that the used car market is hot, but I'm not getting the interest I thought that I would. I'm curious what this group thinks.
My variant has Splitview, Night View Assist PLUS with Pedestrian Detection, heated steering wheel, B&O audio, Rear Entertainment Package (headrest displays, headphones, remote, DVD player), Pano roof, Rear seat package (reclining, ventilated, memory seats), Driver Assistance Package (adaptive cruise, blind spot warning, lane keep), 4-Zone AC, Sport Package (AMG bodywork, wheels), soft closing doors, power side shades, and more. With new headlights, service records, wearable parts all replaced, interior parts/panels (all replaced under warranty), new tires, no wear on leather, and 63K miles, I thought it would have sold quickly. It was priced it at $35K a few months ago and now down to $30K. Although there were a few interests, it's still in my garage and I have another car coming so I need to make room.
What are you seeing in the marketplace? I know if it's cheap enough, someone will buy it. At the same time, this car is unique with all of its features and low mileage, I thought it would be more desirable. It's what got me to buy it! Is it that people are wanting cars with better gas mileage or EVs? I'd like to get your input. Thanks.
My variant has Splitview, Night View Assist PLUS with Pedestrian Detection, heated steering wheel, B&O audio, Rear Entertainment Package (headrest displays, headphones, remote, DVD player), Pano roof, Rear seat package (reclining, ventilated, memory seats), Driver Assistance Package (adaptive cruise, blind spot warning, lane keep), 4-Zone AC, Sport Package (AMG bodywork, wheels), soft closing doors, power side shades, and more. With new headlights, service records, wearable parts all replaced, interior parts/panels (all replaced under warranty), new tires, no wear on leather, and 63K miles, I thought it would have sold quickly. It was priced it at $35K a few months ago and now down to $30K. Although there were a few interests, it's still in my garage and I have another car coming so I need to make room.
What are you seeing in the marketplace? I know if it's cheap enough, someone will buy it. At the same time, this car is unique with all of its features and low mileage, I thought it would be more desirable. It's what got me to buy it! Is it that people are wanting cars with better gas mileage or EVs? I'd like to get your input. Thanks.
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w222 can be had in a 35-40k range at this point.
I dont think you will get 35 or 30.
20-25 is probably a more realistic range and thats if you find the right buyer you wants that specific car.
Its weird I know since used Tahoes and Escalades are going for crazy money.
I dont think you will get 35 or 30.
20-25 is probably a more realistic range and thats if you find the right buyer you wants that specific car.
Its weird I know since used Tahoes and Escalades are going for crazy money.
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I bought a 2013 S550 4Matic a few years ago. With other cars in the stable, the Benz has mostly been a garage queen. Finally deciding to sell it, thinking that the used car market is hot, but I'm not getting the interest I thought that I would. I'm curious what this group thinks.
My variant has Splitview, Night View Assist PLUS with Pedestrian Detection, heated steering wheel, B&O audio, Rear Entertainment Package (headrest displays, headphones, remote, DVD player), Pano roof, Rear seat package (reclining, ventilated, memory seats), Driver Assistance Package (adaptive cruise, blind spot warning, lane keep), 4-Zone AC, Sport Package (AMG bodywork, wheels), soft closing doors, power side shades, and more. With new headlights, service records, wearable parts all replaced, interior parts/panels (all replaced under warranty), new tires, no wear on leather, and 63K miles, I thought it would have sold quickly. It was priced it at $35K a few months ago and now down to $30K. Although there were a few interests, it's still in my garage and I have another car coming so I need to make room.
What are you seeing in the marketplace? I know if it's cheap enough, someone will buy it. At the same time, this car is unique with all of its features and low mileage, I thought it would be more desirable. It's what got me to buy it! Is it that people are wanting cars with better gas mileage or EVs? I'd like to get your input. Thanks.
My variant has Splitview, Night View Assist PLUS with Pedestrian Detection, heated steering wheel, B&O audio, Rear Entertainment Package (headrest displays, headphones, remote, DVD player), Pano roof, Rear seat package (reclining, ventilated, memory seats), Driver Assistance Package (adaptive cruise, blind spot warning, lane keep), 4-Zone AC, Sport Package (AMG bodywork, wheels), soft closing doors, power side shades, and more. With new headlights, service records, wearable parts all replaced, interior parts/panels (all replaced under warranty), new tires, no wear on leather, and 63K miles, I thought it would have sold quickly. It was priced it at $35K a few months ago and now down to $30K. Although there were a few interests, it's still in my garage and I have another car coming so I need to make room.
What are you seeing in the marketplace? I know if it's cheap enough, someone will buy it. At the same time, this car is unique with all of its features and low mileage, I thought it would be more desirable. It's what got me to buy it! Is it that people are wanting cars with better gas mileage or EVs? I'd like to get your input. Thanks.
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Below is the AutoTrader link. I have more pictures and video that really show off the car, but it's limited to 24 pictures.
https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...ngId=642367554
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You did well on the advertisement itself. Only suggestion I’d have is list it with a round number. People looking for cars from private parties see “$29,998” and they will scroll past as that’s typically how dealers list their vehicles. Whenever I’m looking for cars (which is almost exclusively through private parties) I may not have even looked at your ad and just assumed it was a dealer. Food for thought.
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You did well on the advertisement itself. Only suggestion I’d have is list it with a round number. People looking for cars from private parties see “$29,998” and they will scroll past as that’s typically how dealers list their vehicles. Whenever I’m looking for cars (which is almost exclusively through private parties) I may not have even looked at your ad and just assumed it was a dealer. Food for thought.
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If BAT won't list it, then look to Carsandbids.com If it is super clean with no issues BAT should take it. Go no reserve and you'll make more than risking it not selling. Both BAT and carsandbids.com bring out the bidders.
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Appreciate the advice. The car is very clean. I submitted it for listing with BAT based on suggestion by @MowgliCSM so I'm waiting to hear back. I did specify a reserve. Based on what you wrote, I guess it's kind of like some eBay auctions where no reserve items garner more interest and attention?
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No no not like eBay. eBay's been on the vehicle auction market share decline because of their fixed ending auction. Most other sites like BAT, C&B, Big Iron add 2 minutes after each bid with less than 2 minutes to go. eBay is dumb that they can let people come in at the very last second and do a bid snipe. I suggest no reserve for BAT just because it will garner more traffic and interest. Cars sold on BAT generally do very well. More often than not you see well sold, not necessarily well bought. Do a search on BAT for W221 and a chart will come up with every single W221 listed and what the bid was. Most sell for very strong numbers, very rarely do you see one that was like wow it went on the cheap. No reserve cars generally do better than reserve cars if you study it. The data is all there.
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Yes you only get 1 bite at the apple if it doesn't meet reserve. Only time you see repeats is if the buyer doesn't follow through. Also see repeats from one owner to the next, like 1 year later. If you notice on BAT a lot of the sellers are dealers. They find deals then flip on BAT. If you get accepted consider it an honor because your vehicle is cool and take full advantage of it.
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Man, If I hadn't bought my 2013 two years ago I would buy yours for the $30k. I paid just below $22k for mine with 75000 miles on the clock but I do not have nearly the options you have. Your car is loaded!
I do have what I mostly need as I have the driver assist package. I also have rear door sun shades that I really don't need but the night view you have would be nice addition.
In my opinion you certainly are not asking too much for it, just need to find the person who is looking for a car like this.
I do have what I mostly need as I have the driver assist package. I also have rear door sun shades that I really don't need but the night view you have would be nice addition.
In my opinion you certainly are not asking too much for it, just need to find the person who is looking for a car like this.
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Man, If I hadn't bought my 2013 two years ago I would buy yours for the $30k. I paid just below $22k for mine with 75000 miles on the clock but I do not have nearly the options you have. Your car is loaded!
I do have what I mostly need as I have the driver assist package. I also have rear door sun shades that I really don't need but the night view you have would be nice addition.
In my opinion you certainly are not asking too much for it, just need to find the person who is looking for a car like this.
I do have what I mostly need as I have the driver assist package. I also have rear door sun shades that I really don't need but the night view you have would be nice addition.
In my opinion you certainly are not asking too much for it, just need to find the person who is looking for a car like this.
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I emailed BAT asking for the basis of their decision. I was told that they are inundated with listing requests, which I believe, and that they focus on vehicles with lower mileage. Mine has 63K.
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The frequent use of the word "rare" in the listing is a red flag for some.
Other potential red flags in the listing: unicorn, pampered, "no other".
Tone the salesmanship down a bit. It's an old out of warranty Mercedes with a reputation for complexity and expensive repairs. And it guzzles gas.
But it looks nice and is comfortable.
And car sales are softening now. The peak is behind us.
Other potential red flags in the listing: unicorn, pampered, "no other".
Tone the salesmanship down a bit. It's an old out of warranty Mercedes with a reputation for complexity and expensive repairs. And it guzzles gas.
But it looks nice and is comfortable.
And car sales are softening now. The peak is behind us.
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Seems to have nice options compared to mine which I paid $27k two years ago with 68k miles from a dealership. Have you thought of putting it on You Tube like
Autohaus of Naples does. It will then get found by people looking for one. I agree with you, I like the 2013 appearance opposed to newer ones. I'd say You Tube and don't put a price which is what they do and just feel callers, that way you could go up or down on price. You have a fine car but I did notice its a 3rd owner which may be one problem selling it. Most prefer the 1 owner cars.
Autohaus of Naples does. It will then get found by people looking for one. I agree with you, I like the 2013 appearance opposed to newer ones. I'd say You Tube and don't put a price which is what they do and just feel callers, that way you could go up or down on price. You have a fine car but I did notice its a 3rd owner which may be one problem selling it. Most prefer the 1 owner cars.
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The frequent use of the word "rare" in the listing is a red flag for some.
Other potential red flags in the listing: unicorn, pampered, "no other".
Tone the salesmanship down a bit. It's an old out of warranty Mercedes with a reputation for complexity and expensive repairs. And it guzzles gas.
But it looks nice and is comfortable.
And car sales are softening now. The peak is behind us.
Other potential red flags in the listing: unicorn, pampered, "no other".
Tone the salesmanship down a bit. It's an old out of warranty Mercedes with a reputation for complexity and expensive repairs. And it guzzles gas.
But it looks nice and is comfortable.
And car sales are softening now. The peak is behind us.
Seems to have nice options compared to mine which I paid $27k two years ago with 68k miles from a dealership. Have you thought of putting it on You Tube like
Autohaus of Naples does. It will then get found by people looking for one. I agree with you, I like the 2013 appearance opposed to newer ones. I'd say You Tube and don't put a price which is what they do and just feel callers, that way you could go up or down on price. You have a fine car but I did notice its a 3rd owner which may be one problem selling it. Most prefer the 1 owner cars.
Autohaus of Naples does. It will then get found by people looking for one. I agree with you, I like the 2013 appearance opposed to newer ones. I'd say You Tube and don't put a price which is what they do and just feel callers, that way you could go up or down on price. You have a fine car but I did notice its a 3rd owner which may be one problem selling it. Most prefer the 1 owner cars.
