How much can I bargain down the cost of a used car?

Another difficulty you will face is that apparently these cars are selling close to what they are being advertised for. So it would be difficult to talk them down unless they are high on drugs. Also if you are going to finance, the rates for used cars are higher and if you are looking at the newer used cars, then you might end up paying more than just buying new.
I agree with private sale of you trade in car.