M3-ADDICT'S First Time Buyer Thread- Benz Dealer PPI Suffiencet?
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Why Is This 2004 E55 41K So Cheap?
Hey guys,
Am I missing something, I found this E55 AMG in Cali. 1 Owner car, 41K miles, no accident, nothing bad and they want 29K for it, through e-mails I've brought it down to 25K. It seems to be too good to be true, the TRADE IN VALUE alone on this car is 25K. On paper seems like a crazy deal, I just want to do a search to see if anyone know this car. Could it be that they took the car as a trade for a lot less than Trade in so even at 25K it's profit?
Or just maybe that's how much they are going for these days? Anyone care to go check the car for me.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Mercedes-Benz-E-C...item19b8015c0a
Am I missing something, I found this E55 AMG in Cali. 1 Owner car, 41K miles, no accident, nothing bad and they want 29K for it, through e-mails I've brought it down to 25K. It seems to be too good to be true, the TRADE IN VALUE alone on this car is 25K. On paper seems like a crazy deal, I just want to do a search to see if anyone know this car. Could it be that they took the car as a trade for a lot less than Trade in so even at 25K it's profit?
Or just maybe that's how much they are going for these days? Anyone care to go check the car for me. http://cgi.ebay.ca/Mercedes-Benz-E-C...item19b8015c0a
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Sucks because a lot of these cars don't carry any paper work and you can't get the service history unlike BMW you can walk into any dealership worldwide and offer the VIN and it shows you all the history on the car.
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Just got off the phone with 5 dealers and none of these guys do PPI's "Too much of a Liability" The Beverly Hills Benz will do it for $300 but it excludes Frame, and two other things I forgot.
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Hmm, didn't know it's been on the market for that long. Must be something going with it. Sucks because a lot of these cars don't carry any paper work and you can't get the service history unlike BMW you can walk into any dealership worldwide and offer the VIN and it shows you all the history on the car.
Sucks because a lot of these cars don't carry any paper work and you can't get the service history unlike BMW you can walk into any dealership worldwide and offer the VIN and it shows you all the history on the car.I call my service guy and he runs the history. In service date, warranty work, oil changes, you name it.
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I also don't have a problem getting a dealer to do a PPI. I've had a BMW, Porsche, and a MB one done this year.
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Just call the local dealer. I did when I bought my 2006 and got the history. Actually better to visit as they won't be as hurried on the phone.
Also when I ran a full carfax mine also showed all the service detail.
Also when I ran a full carfax mine also showed all the service detail.
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Montecito Motors isn't the best around... I've been by before, it's not stellar to say the least. I'd rather buy a CPO'd car that carries some sort of a warranty than buying something from them.
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Nope, I doubt there's anything wrong with it. Tons of people are getting their e55's in the low $20's in excellent shape. Even in better shape then mine. I know it sucks but that's depreciation for you in this economy. And I thought I got a deal when I bought mine for $50k a few years back, lol. I guess not.
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Thanks for the help guys, I'll call up the local dealer and see what I can digg up for the car. What do you guys this is worth then given the current condition of Economy. Would it be a good deal 23K out the door?
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Not happening! If it does, that has a salvage title or some weird history.
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Here is what I think, and you have proved this with your own Manheim posting. The car would probally sell at auction for $26000 or more considering it is a good color and low miles. The fact that he is willing to sell it to you for less then that would make me suspicious at least.
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Get a thorough PPI out there by a reputable shop.......
Seems like a fair price the way these cars are dropping in value........
Who knows, maybe waiting another month or two will save you even more
Seems like a fair price the way these cars are dropping in value........
Who knows, maybe waiting another month or two will save you even more
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take a look at this certified E55
Nice HRE rims! Nice dealership in ScottsDale AZ. I've been there
http://luxury-used-cars-scottsdale.c...dale-mesa.html
Nice HRE rims! Nice dealership in ScottsDale AZ. I've been therehttp://luxury-used-cars-scottsdale.c...dale-mesa.html
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take a look at this certified E55 Nice HRE rims! Nice dealership in ScottsDale AZ. I've been there
http://luxury-used-cars-scottsdale.c...dale-mesa.html
Nice HRE rims! Nice dealership in ScottsDale AZ. I've been therehttp://luxury-used-cars-scottsdale.c...dale-mesa.html
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I live in Santa Barbara, this dealership is a tiny outfit been around for 20 yrs usually sells nice high-end cars, I'd be more than happy to run by & give it a once over.
If you're serious about it I can also easily get my SA @ MB to get full history for you as well
If you're serious about it
I can also easily get my SA @ MB to get full history for you as well
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Omg, that would be wonderful. If it's on your way and you could check it out and let me know. Perhaps even do a little test drive. At the price I've worked the deal 25,9000 I think it's a very good deal considering the carfax and how on paper the car seems to be immaculate. Unless there is a catch which I can't see all the way from VA.
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take a look at this certified E55 Nice HRE rims! Nice dealership in ScottsDale AZ. I've been there
http://luxury-used-cars-scottsdale.c...dale-mesa.html
Nice HRE rims! Nice dealership in ScottsDale AZ. I've been therehttp://luxury-used-cars-scottsdale.c...dale-mesa.html
