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Old Jan 9, 2007 | 09:13 PM
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What should I expect to pay

Hey Guys. I'm new to this side of MB. I have an E55 and that's normally where I live on this forum. My sister is in the market for an SL550 and ask for my help. I don't know the car that well and I'm curious what she should expect to pay. She found a car she like on the floor at a stealer in Baltimore. I think the car is pretty loaded with all the toys. It sticker is 104k, what should she be able to get it for? Any help would be appreciated.
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Old Jan 9, 2007 | 09:25 PM
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I'd offer $100K for the car with a maximum term extended warranty included. Even if she doesn't keep the car that long, she'll get the money back if she sells to a private individual.
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Old Jan 11, 2007 | 03:16 PM
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Offer invoice price. Heavy discounts on SL550. If you live in a northeastern state with tons of snow, convertibles are selling like crap.

Just be firm on the price. Trust me, the car isn't going anywhere.
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Old Jan 11, 2007 | 08:15 PM
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I would want 9k off plus the warranty.....doesnt hurt to try.
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Old Jan 11, 2007 | 10:55 PM
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Yes, but what would one expect to lease the car for? How low can you negotiate the car down to?
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 01:28 AM
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http://www.leaseguide.com/calc.htm

Get the actual purchase price (discounted price), the money factor (interest) and residual (percent or $ value car is worth when lease is up) squared away and insert them into the above lease calculator....dont let them manipulate the cap cost etc.
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Old Jan 12, 2007 | 01:35 PM
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Correct, I understand this, however the salesman isn't always honest with the money factor. What is the lowest money factor that Mercedes will go on this car? I'm told .0028???
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