Renntech E55, whats its worth?
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2003 Renntech E55
Renntech E55, whats its worth?
Does anybody know how to properly value a vehicle with a laundry list of mods? I have an 03 E55 with 69,000 miles. Its dyno sheet reads 552rwhp, which estimates the crank around 670hp. im averaging 22 mpg. It has the full stage 3 renntech kit, stainless exhaust (resonator delete, headers ect), intercooler, carbon fiber airbox, throttle body, and a 180mm pulley. It has been fully dyno tuned and currently sits a little rich to prevent any engine damage. Two sets of tires. It has SL55 wheels with a factory look, but wider off set. I took out the crummy radio and installed the command unit out of a CLS55 for a more current audio system. (It does still say AMG at startup). With that I also installed the Ipod integration kit. Its been garage kept, and also have the mb car cover for it. Its has the standard sunroof, bucket amg seats, ect. Anybody know a ballpark figure of its worth? Its in immaculate condition, brilliant silver. Any ideas would be great. I've invested over 30,000 on top of the original price of the car.
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This discussion about modded cars and value comes up often. Modding any car does not really mean the car is worth more than an original, untouched example. Sometimes, a modded car will be worth less. The amount of money you have spent (spent, not invested) is also irrelevant to most buyers. Also, being a 10-11 year old car means financing will be very hard to come by. So you are limited to cash buyers, which also makes it a difficult sale. And 2003 being the first year is less desireable than a 2004+ due to some of the problems during that model year. Ballpark figure? 14k-19k if you want to sell it. Is the gas tank leaking yet? That alone is a $3k repair. Does it need any repairs or past due maintenance? Here is a good read for you, concerning modded Benz's and their value:
https://mbworld.org/forums/mercedes-...-ff-build.html
Make note of the original post date.
In summary, how do you value a vehicle that is modded? You value it as you would an original, stock vehicle.
https://mbworld.org/forums/mercedes-...-ff-build.html
Make note of the original post date.
In summary, how do you value a vehicle that is modded? You value it as you would an original, stock vehicle.
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I would list it for $23k 
Where else can you get that kind of car (luxury and tons of power) for $23k? You can't so that sounds like a good number to me.
Obviously not getting even close to what you put in to it back but many buyers would like an already done up car and will pay a little extra over blue book for it and the mileage is fairly low as well so that is a plus. Unless you are desperate for cash, I would not give the car away for peanuts. They are rare and need to stay at a little premium for the car they are.
Where else can you get that kind of car (luxury and tons of power) for $23k? You can't so that sounds like a good number to me.Obviously not getting even close to what you put in to it back but many buyers would like an already done up car and will pay a little extra over blue book for it and the mileage is fairly low as well so that is a plus. Unless you are desperate for cash, I would not give the car away for peanuts. They are rare and need to stay at a little premium for the car they are.
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2003 Renntech E55
Yes, the fuel tank has been fixed. I have been a master diagnostic tech with Mercedes Benz for 12 years now, and just finished my engineering degree. I know the car, and the problems associated the the 2003 models. Thanks for everybodys help, I have a good idea now!
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This discussion about modded cars and value comes up often. Modding any car does not really mean the car is worth more than an original, untouched example. Sometimes, a modded car will be worth less. The amount of money you have spent (spent, not invested) is also irrelevant to most buyers. Also, being a 10-11 year old car means financing will be very hard to come by. So you are limited to cash buyers, which also makes it a difficult sale. And 2003 being the first year is less desireable than a 2004+ due to some of the problems during that model year. Ballpark figure? 14k-19k if you want to sell it. Is the gas tank leaking yet? That alone is a $3k repair. Does it need any repairs or past due maintenance? Here is a good read for you, concerning modded Benz's and their value:
https://mbworld.org/forums/mercedes-...-ff-build.html
Make note of the original post date.
In summary, how do you value a vehicle that is modded? You value it as you would an original, stock vehicle.
https://mbworld.org/forums/mercedes-...-ff-build.html
Make note of the original post date.
In summary, how do you value a vehicle that is modded? You value it as you would an original, stock vehicle.
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Not that it would not be a cool project but, again consider the end game. You will be back in, what is this car worth? situation. 
