# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=21 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 22 --- ## [Upside down advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upside-down-advice/120020)
**Author:** [@Ecodiesel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ecodiesel)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 6:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upside-down-advice/120020 "2018-07-01T06:48:31Z")
Hello, I bought a new’16 RAM ecodiesel two years ago and am really tracking up the miles on my commute. I know not very smart. I am currently about $4000 upside down on the loan. Yikes! I did not put any $ down though. … --- ## [Lease Buyout Wrong VIN](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lease-buyout-wrong-vin/119916)
**Author:** [@sedag](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sedag)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2018, 4:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lease-buyout-wrong-vin/119916 "2018-06-28T04:42:45Z")
Yesterday I went to the dealership that I leased a car from to purchase the car now that the term is up. After signing the paperwork I’ve realized now that the car I purchased on paper isn’t the car I’ve been driving for… --- ## [About to buy a 2009 BMW X3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-to-buy-a-2009-bmw-x3/119959)
**Author:** [@jrey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jrey)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2018, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-to-buy-a-2009-bmw-x3/119959 "2018-06-27T22:09:03Z")
Looking into a purchase of a 2009 BMW X3 - 80k mi - originally from Hawaii \[1st 50k\] Remaining NJ and Texas - live in N ID/E WA area of country - sans the flood question/recalls - anything I should look into or for prior… --- ## [What to buy after owning a Saab](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy-after-owning-a-saab/119504)
**Author:** [@Tanzanite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tanzanite)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2018, 3:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy-after-owning-a-saab/119504 "2018-06-27T03:53:11Z")
I had to trade in my 2005 Saab 93 Linear, manual transmission because i was rear-ended and it wasn’t worth repairing. I purchased a 2015 Audi A4 automatic and this car just doesn’t hold a candle to my Saab. I guess I r… --- ## [Private sale price for 2008 Honda Fit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/private-sale-price-for-2008-honda-fit/119834)
**Author:** [@CatherineLundergan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CatherineLundergan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2018, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/private-sale-price-for-2008-honda-fit/119834 "2018-06-26T02:03:23Z")
How much is this car worth in a private sale? It has 160,000 mile and is in good shape. --- ## [1987 Rose Quartz Saab 900 value](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-rose-quartz-saab-900-value/119716)
**Author:** [@ClaudeRipley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ClaudeRipley)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2018, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-rose-quartz-saab-900-value/119716 "2018-06-24T15:37:52Z")
Is a Rose Quartz colored 900 worth significantly more than other colors? --- ## [Considering a 2015 Hyundai Genesis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-a-2015-hyundai-genesis/119625)
**Author:** [@Jack25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack25)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2018, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-a-2015-hyundai-genesis/119625 "2018-06-22T20:16:22Z")
Looking at possibly acquiring a 3.8L 2015 Genesis with 45k miles on it. Anything I should look at or ask them when looking at the car? --- ## [Pre-ride maintenance for a used 2005 Chrysler Sebring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-ride-maintenance-for-a-used-2005-chrysler-sebring/119470)
**Author:** [@DonKneedler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonKneedler)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2018, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-ride-maintenance-for-a-used-2005-chrysler-sebring/119470 "2018-06-21T16:09:34Z")
we are planning to buy this car with 93k miles. it is palm springs and we live in az. it is a v6 and my ram teck said it has a timing chain vs belt. besides fluids what would you suggest to prep for the return drive. … --- ## [Classic Ferrari Sells for $70 Million](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-ferrari-sells-for-70-million/118528)
**Author:** [@Mustangman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mustangman)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2018, 1:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-ferrari-sells-for-70-million/118528 "2018-06-17T01:49:40Z")
Embedded in a thread was a discussion about expensive collector cars. The high bar was just reset. $70 Million dollars! Wow! The collector, David MacNeil, is the founder and CEO of WeatherTech, the floor mat company. --- ## [Might buy a 2007 Nissan Titan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/might-buy-a-2007-nissan-titan/119260)
**Author:** [@TomSpiewak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomSpiewak)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2018, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/might-buy-a-2007-nissan-titan/119260 "2018-06-16T20:10:23Z")
I have the opportunity to buy an 07 Titan LE 4x4 with 97,000 miles, for $8K. Is this a good truck? Are these trucks prone to any problems? Pricy repairs to be aware of? Things to look for? Thank You Tom --- ## [Fair price for a 2019 Acura TLX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fair-price-for-a-2019-acura-tlx/119302)
**Author:** [@JoRomanovich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoRomanovich)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2018, 11:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fair-price-for-a-2019-acura-tlx/119302 "2018-06-16T11:26:09Z")
What Isabelle fair price to pay for 2019 Acura TLX new ? --- ## [Walk away from a 2001 Pontiac Firebird with a history?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/walk-away-from-a-2001-pontiac-firebird-with-a-history/119249)
**Author:** [@Vince11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vince11)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2018, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/walk-away-from-a-2001-pontiac-firebird-with-a-history/119249 "2018-06-15T23:06:21Z")
I’m looking to buy this car but it has a rebuilt Ls1 engine because he blew a rod through side of engine. Is the car reliable and will it have more problems in the future or should I walk away? thank you --- ## [I’m thinking of buying a 2009 Cadillac DTS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-m-thinking-of-buying-a-2009-cadillac-dts/119138)
**Author:** [@KeithRosenberg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KeithRosenberg)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2018, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-m-thinking-of-buying-a-2009-cadillac-dts/119138 "2018-06-13T02:39:47Z")
I am thinking of purchasing this car. Any advice would be appreciated. --- ## [Is a warranty worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-warranty-worth-it/118203)
**Author:** [@Connie\_S](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Connie_S)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2018, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-warranty-worth-it/118203 "2018-06-06T16:10:06Z")
CarMax is trying to sell us a warranty for its 2017 Camry. They say electrical problems are always a danger. Do you advise getting a warranty? --- ## [Looking for a replacement for a 2007 Kia Rondo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-replacement-for-a-2007-kia-rondo/118643)
**Author:** [@Richard13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richard13)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2018, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-replacement-for-a-2007-kia-rondo/118643 "2018-06-06T00:01:31Z")
I have a 2007 Kia Rondo 65,000 miles v6. A little hard and gas and not a smooth ride but plenty of room. What do you suggest I purchase new. Similar to a Ford Focus of which I found cramped. Considering: ride, economy, … --- ## [Replace Rack & Pinion or Buy new Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-rack-pinion-or-buy-new-car/50781)
**Author:** [@Unsure](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Unsure)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2018, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-rack-pinion-or-buy-new-car/50781 "2018-06-03T18:08:49Z")
2000 Toyota Sienna 167K miles Tuneup revealed that I need to fix/replace seeping rack and pinion as well as replace a valve cover. Cost is $3K. (Good maintenance history - no major issues) Is it worth the repair or … --- ## [Who knows Saabs and their worth?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-knows-saabs-and-their-worth/118361)
**Author:** [@Kat\_Burns](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kat_Burns)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2018, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-knows-saabs-and-their-worth/118361 "2018-06-01T04:36:53Z")
Would like to sell my Saab and wondering what the value of Saabs are if any. A little over 200g and a 91 sedan. Thanks, Kat --- ## [Corolla vs Camry lumbar support](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-vs-camry-lumbar-support/118202)
**Author:** [@Connie\_S](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Connie_S)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2018, 11:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-vs-camry-lumbar-support/118202 "2018-05-31T11:39:07Z")
Hi, I’m trying to decide between buying a 2017 Camry or a 2017 Corolla with low miles. Can I get your opinion on how the Corolla drives and on its lumbar control support? Thanks. --- ## [Vroom as source of buying late model used cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vroom-as-source-of-buying-late-model-used-cars/118268)
**Author:** [@Connie\_S](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Connie_S)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2018, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vroom-as-source-of-buying-late-model-used-cars/118268 "2018-05-31T03:15:58Z")
Has anyone used Vroom to buy a car? Any reviews of the service? Thanks! --- ## [Car Advice - 41-year-old city dweller who's never owned a car!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-advice-41-year-old-city-dweller-whos-never-owned-a-car/89306)
**Author:** [@Julie\_E](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julie_E)\ **Replies:** 101\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2018, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-advice-41-year-old-city-dweller-whos-never-owned-a-car/89306 "2018-05-31T02:27:31Z")
Dear Car Talk Community, My name is Julie and it would be great to get some advice from this community. As a resident of Manhattan and San Francisco all of my adult life, I do not know so much about cars, nor have I e… --- ## [CarMax as a place to buy from](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carmax-as-a-place-to-buy-from/118204)
**Author:** [@Connie\_S](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Connie_S)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2018, 1:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carmax-as-a-place-to-buy-from/118204 "2018-05-30T13:09:07Z")
We are about to buy a 2017 Camry with 3000 miles from CarMax (if we don’t back out). Does anyone have experience with CarMax? One thing I really don’t like is that the price is set higher than other places by $1,000-$2,0… --- ## [AWD a smart buy in sunny California?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-a-smart-buy-in-sunny-california/116850)
**Author:** [@casperb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/casperb)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2018, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-a-smart-buy-in-sunny-california/116850 "2018-05-27T20:55:26Z")
We live in Sacramento, California, where we get no snow and very little rain. We’re looking for a new car and my husband wants to get a Forester for its safety features. I say we don’t need a AWD and other cars may have … --- ## [2009 Ford Edge - buy or not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-edge-buy-or-not/118063)
**Author:** [@Ebig](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ebig)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2018, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-edge-buy-or-not/118063 "2018-05-25T17:40:59Z")
pls, someone should help me. i like the aggressiveness of ford edge appearance and not financially ok. can i still go ahead and buy used 2009 ford edge limited? --- ## [ISO Lexus IS 300 SportCross wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/iso-lexus-is-300-sportcross-wagon/113226)
**Author:** [@chelt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chelt)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2018, 2:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/iso-lexus-is-300-sportcross-wagon/113226 "2018-05-24T14:26:15Z")
I live in the SF Bay area and test drove one of these the other day. Fell in love. Only problem was it was about 5k out of my budget. Was asking almost $9000! Anyone know a good place to look for these or are they as rar… --- ## [2008 Porsche Cayenne - worth buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-porsche-cayenne-worth-buying/117760)
**Author:** [@Gilbert12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gilbert12)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2018, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-porsche-cayenne-worth-buying/117760 "2018-05-21T17:53:52Z")
I am thinking seriously purchasing 2008 Cayenne with 156,107km on it. Please advise if I should stay away from it or not. V6/3.6L, checked on Carcomplaints. I am lost as to weather to jump or standdown (?) HELP ! --- ## [2009 Ford Edge worth it for $6k?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-edge-worth-it-for-6k/117639)
**Author:** [@Jeani](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeani)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2018, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-edge-worth-it-for-6k/117639 "2018-05-21T15:14:14Z")
How does this car holdup? should I buy it at 122,000 miles for 6,000.? Thanks --- ## [Will a 2011 Honda CR-Z appreciate in value?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-a-2011-honda-cr-z-appreciate-in-value/116919)
**Author:** [@Derick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Derick)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2018, 3:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-a-2011-honda-cr-z-appreciate-in-value/116919 "2018-05-21T03:50:29Z")
Will the Honda CR-Z models appreciate in price/value due to production stopped. I’m hoping it would be like the S2000 or Toyota Supra hopefully :wink: --- ## [Deciding betweem twp](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deciding-betweem-twp/117309)
**Author:** [@JulieO1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JulieO1)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2018, 5:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deciding-betweem-twp/117309 "2018-05-20T05:09:40Z")
I am in the process of buying a car from the lot I work at, but I am undecided. First of all, I am a single grandmother and I am trying to make the best decision I can. I have the choice of a 2010 Chrysler Sebring, whic… --- ## [Used 2015 Subaru Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-2015-subaru-forester/117594)
**Author:** [@omsairam911](https://community.cartalk.com/u/omsairam911)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2018, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-2015-subaru-forester/117594 "2018-05-18T20:20:50Z")
Dear Community, Hello! I test drove a baseline, 2015 Subaru Forester today at Dan Perkins Subaru in CT. The car has clean carfax, 9223 miles, no accidents, 1-owner personal lease, a backup camera, and advertised price is… --- ## [2017 Kia Sportage opinions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-sportage-opinions/117578)
**Author:** [@mdarcy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mdarcy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2018, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-sportage-opinions/117578 "2018-05-17T19:41:58Z")
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