# Buying/Selling

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## [Buying New Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-new-car/108456)

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**Author:** [@bobdsown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobdsown)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2017, 1:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-new-car/108456 "2017-10-09T13:46:03Z")

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We will be retiring year and are thinking about buying a new sedan to replace my wife’s 2005 Toyota Solar convertible. I have looked online at the Toyota Avalon. The Premium and Touring models come with all the safety …

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## [2007 Dodge Grand Caravan worth buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-grand-caravan-worth-buying/114582)

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**Author:** [@Eli50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eli50)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-grand-caravan-worth-buying/114582 "2018-03-28T22:11:51Z")

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2007 dodge grand caravan v6 with 110,000 miles: good vehicle to buy?

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## [What's the best price for a New Honda Accord 2017](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-price-for-a-new-honda-accord-2017/110495)

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**Author:** [@PatSmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatSmith)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2017, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-price-for-a-new-honda-accord-2017/110495 "2017-12-21T17:43:29Z")

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Hello Folks, So i am planning on purchasing a brand new Honda Accord 6 cyl 2017. Is: edmunds.com the best site to check out OR are there more? Thanks In Advance.

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## [Should I retire my 2005 Dodge Ram for a 2017 Dodge Ram 3500?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-retire-my-2005-dodge-ram-for-a-2017-dodge-ram-3500/113553)

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**Author:** [@Terese2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terese2)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-retire-my-2005-dodge-ram-for-a-2017-dodge-ram-3500/113553 "2018-03-27T23:24:41Z")

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Looking for a slightly used dodge ram 3500 to pull a hefty horse trailer. While I adore my 2005 dodge ram 2500, this old fellow needs to retire. Any feedback on the ram 3500 utilizing gas, not diesel? 2016-2017. Thanks.

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## [Opinions on 2007 Buick Lucerne?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-2007-buick-lucerne/114437)

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**Author:** [@Paul05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul05)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2018, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-2007-buick-lucerne/114437 "2018-03-26T23:56:55Z")

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how is the Engine &power train??

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## [Will the 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class be a classic someday?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-the-2011-mercedes-benz-glk-class-be-a-classic-someday/114432)

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**Author:** [@JacquilinePerry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JacquilinePerry)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2018, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-the-2011-mercedes-benz-glk-class-be-a-classic-someday/114432 "2018-03-26T23:44:29Z")

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Do you think this car will be a classic one day

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## [Use a bicycle to look around car dealers and lots](https://community.cartalk.com/t/use-a-bicycle-to-look-around-car-dealers-and-lots/114365)

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**Author:** [@ArlHtsMelissa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArlHtsMelissa)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2018, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/use-a-bicycle-to-look-around-car-dealers-and-lots/114365 "2018-03-26T15:46:46Z")

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A bicycle is a good way to look around new car dealers and used car lots.

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## [2016 Hyundai Accent model advice/question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-accent-model-advice-question/114385)

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**Author:** [@Gloria23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gloria23)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2018, 11:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-accent-model-advice-question/114385 "2018-03-26T11:27:51Z")

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Does this car have transmission problems?

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## [2007 Daihatsu Charade - buying advice for small SUV or similar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-daihatsu-charade-buying-advice-for-small-suv-or-similar/114188)

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**Author:** [@chantall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chantall)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 24, 2018, 3:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-daihatsu-charade-buying-advice-for-small-suv-or-similar/114188 "2018-03-24T03:52:34Z")

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good day i am a first time driver and looking to buy a car i just don’t like tiny cars as i’m really tall so a like the big vehicles but i would prefere something that is an suv type but low maintenance like fuel frien…

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## [Similar to Chevrolet Tracker?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/similar-to-chevrolet-tracker/114117)

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**Author:** [@Cindy59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cindy59)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2018, 11:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/similar-to-chevrolet-tracker/114117 "2018-03-22T11:10:54Z")

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I have a Chevy Tracker and I love it. It is a 2002 and I haven’t had any problems at all. Just normal change break pads, tires, wipers, etc. I want to get another car for a spare. Would you suggest getting a used Tra…

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## [To buy another 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-buy-another-1972-oldsmobile-ninety-eight/113703)

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**Author:** [@tony31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tony31)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2018, 3:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-buy-another-1972-oldsmobile-ninety-eight/113703 "2018-03-21T15:32:24Z")

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What do you think about this car? I’ve owned 2 and am thinking of getting another.

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## [2014 Nissan Versa tranny issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-versa-tranny-issues/114165)

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**Author:** [@DebraMac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DebraMac)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 22, 2018, 1:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-versa-tranny-issues/114165 "2018-03-22T01:40:43Z")

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Has anyone out there had a GOOD experience with a Nissan Versa Note S Plus? I LOVE MY LITTLE GOCART, but all of the info I’ve read on the tranny is scaring me to death! My car has 75,000 miles on it, and I’ve not had a…

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## [2017 Santa Fe Sport vs 2017 Tucson opinions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-santa-fe-sport-vs-2017-tucson-opinions/113784)

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**Author:** [@HendrikAsztemborski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HendrikAsztemborski)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2018, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-santa-fe-sport-vs-2017-tucson-opinions/113784 "2018-03-21T20:04:41Z")

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debating on a new 2017 Santa Fe Sport Limited with 2.0T or the 2017 Tucson Ultimate 1.6T. Is the Tuscon still having problems with the transmission (double clutch). Ive read many revews and I was leaning Tucson until i r…

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## [Thinking about a 2015 Acura MDX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thinking-about-a-2015-acura-mdx/113805)

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**Author:** [@Carol30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carol30)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2018, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thinking-about-a-2015-acura-mdx/113805 "2018-03-21T16:07:20Z")

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I am looking at a certified use Acura 2015 MDX from a local Acura Dealer. What problems have been reported on this model?

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## [I want to buy a golf 4 1.8 turbo 2003 model](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-golf-4-1-8-turbo-2003-model/113732)

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**Author:** [@NissanGuy101](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NissanGuy101)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 5:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-want-to-buy-a-golf-4-1-8-turbo-2003-model/113732 "2018-03-19T05:53:54Z")

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Hi Guys Ironically i am maybe gonna have to change my username ,depending on how this discussion goes. Do yall think i should buy a Golf MK IV 2003 model 1.8 turbo 153000KM on the dashboard ,plus it had a transmission …

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## [2017 Toyota Tacoma question about negotiating fees](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-tacoma-question-about-negotiating-fees/113843)

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**Author:** [@LizKnowles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LizKnowles)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-tacoma-question-about-negotiating-fees/113843 "2018-03-18T02:28:36Z")

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Can the registration fee, DOC fee, and taxes on a new car be negotiated with the dealer as part of the total offer. I offered a flat amount in cash as my final offer and for the dealer to work the numbers on the contra…

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## [Should I buy a 2007 Honda Accord?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-2007-honda-accord/113657)

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**Author:** [@MarkDMorin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkDMorin)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-2007-honda-accord/113657 "2018-03-18T00:31:26Z")

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Thinking of buying accord ex which seems like a great deal. The car has 95,000 miles on it. Would appreciate input from someone who owns similar car.

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## [2003 Toyota Matrix - keep or sell?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-matrix-keep-or-sell/113764)

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**Author:** [@Lou22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lou22)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-matrix-keep-or-sell/113764 "2018-03-15T19:35:10Z")

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My 2003 Toyota Matrix XR with c.199,000 is still a joy to drive although I realize that nothing lasts forever. Bottom line: Do I keep driving, or do I look for something newer?

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## [Is buying a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-buying-a-1998-jeep-grand-cherokee-worth-it/113652)

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**Author:** [@jeremal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeremal)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2018, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-buying-a-1998-jeep-grand-cherokee-worth-it/113652 "2018-03-14T21:13:09Z")

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I plan on buying a Jeep this summer from a dealership for $5,995 with 98,000 miles on it. My question… is buying a car that is 20 years old, even if it is low mileage and a Jeep, asking for problems? I think I might have…

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## [Considering an SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-an-suv/113515)

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**Author:** [@AdamJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AdamJohnson)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-an-suv/113515 "2018-03-12T23:18:38Z")

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I’m in the market for an SUV that I’m going to be driving a lot. Getting married and the first trip is down to visit my fiance’s family in Florida from the Northeast. We plan to move to a warmer climate for work and are…

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## [Opinions about 2005 Lexus RX 400h](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-about-2005-lexus-rx-400h/113494)

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**Author:** [@JoanStek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoanStek)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2018, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-about-2005-lexus-rx-400h/113494 "2018-03-11T22:24:05Z")

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What is your opinion of used Lexus RX400 SUV hybrids, and used Lexus RX300 series SUVs

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## [What Is the Quietest Car Sold?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-quietest-car-sold/42626)

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**Author:** [@jeffzekas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeffzekas)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2018, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-quietest-car-sold/42626 "2018-03-11T14:15:38Z")

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Okay, I'm retiring this year. I want a car that is quiet inside - my first car was a '58 VW Beetle (never again); I've owned: Pinto, Cadillac, Crown Vic, Dodge Aires, Celebrity, '64 Chevy truck; currently, we own a '96 B…

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## [Opinions on 2002 Volvo XC70?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-2002-volvo-xc70/113442)

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**Author:** [@arruda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arruda)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2018, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-2002-volvo-xc70/113442 "2018-03-11T00:55:19Z")

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how depenendable is this vechicle

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## [Reliability of 2015 Buick Verano](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliability-of-2015-buick-verano/113319)

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**Author:** [@WandaBell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WandaBell)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 1:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliability-of-2015-buick-verano/113319 "2018-03-08T13:07:11Z")

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I am very fascinated with the 2015 Buick Verano and am planning to purchase one soon but I would like to know the real reliability of this vehicle before I make the purchase. Please advise.

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## [Opinion on 2013 Kia Soul,trade in or repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinion-on-2013-kia-soul-trade-in-or-repair/113271)

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**Author:** [@Blah-blah\_blah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blah-blah_blah)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2018, 2:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinion-on-2013-kia-soul-trade-in-or-repair/113271 "2018-03-07T14:36:17Z")

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I have a 2013 Kia Soul. Recently the engine blew out on me. it was lack Of oil. I noticed since I had the oil and filters changed I was constantly putting more and more oil in. I don’t know much about cars But I was to…

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## [2017 Volvo XC60 T5 Dynamic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volvo-xc60-t5-dynamic/112984)

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**Author:** [@pranavs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pranavs)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 1, 2018, 1:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volvo-xc60-t5-dynamic/112984 "2018-03-01T13:44:26Z")

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Hi, I’m looking at a used 2017 Volvo XC60 T5 Dynamic AWD model from a dealership which has about 14k miles on it. Any advice on what pitfalls to avoid?The CARFAX reports looks ok.

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## [Is it impractical to buy a 1997 Honda Civic DX Coupe with 127,000 miles in 2018 as only car for daily commute, etc. to drive at least 10k mi a year? Is really funky color bright green I like. Listing at $2,990](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-impractical-to-buy-a-1997-honda-civic-dx-coupe-with-127-000-miles-in-2018-as-only-car-for-daily-commute-etc-to-drive-at-least-10k-mi-a-year-is-really-funky-color-bright-green-i-like-listing-at-2-990/112822)

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**Author:** [@Jen\_FromZen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jen_FromZen)\
**Replies:** 42\
**Last updated:** [March 1, 2018, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-impractical-to-buy-a-1997-honda-civic-dx-coupe-with-127-000-miles-in-2018-as-only-car-for-daily-commute-etc-to-drive-at-least-10k-mi-a-year-is-really-funky-color-bright-green-i-like-listing-at-2-990/112822 "2018-03-01T02:37:31Z")

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It says gas mileage is 35 highway and 29 city. Says it has lowered suspension. Says it has working AC, but doesn’t mention the heat. Looks amazing for its age in their pictures. Has manual windows. Locks too I guess. Say…

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## [Can a vehicle price always be negotiated down or if advertised as reduced maybe not? Is $16k on a “new” 2016 Honda Civic coupe LX-P no miles a great deal? Can I bargain down at all?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-vehicle-price-always-be-negotiated-down-or-if-advertised-as-reduced-maybe-not-is-16k-on-a-new-2016-honda-civic-coupe-lx-p-no-miles-a-great-deal-can-i-bargain-down-at-all/112828)

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**Author:** [@Jen\_FromZen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jen_FromZen)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [February 27, 2018, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-vehicle-price-always-be-negotiated-down-or-if-advertised-as-reduced-maybe-not-is-16k-on-a-new-2016-honda-civic-coupe-lx-p-no-miles-a-great-deal-can-i-bargain-down-at-all/112828 "2018-02-27T17:41:49Z")

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How do I be savvy when going to a dealership to purchase a new, but older inventory stock vehicle? Is it true I’d get best deal this week at the end of the month? If they have two in stock, does that help me negotiate?…

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## [Opinions on Acura RDX?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-acura-rdx/112923)

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**Author:** [@Jacquie1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jacquie1)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 27, 2018, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-acura-rdx/112923 "2018-02-27T16:05:05Z")

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My daughter is thinking of buying an Acura 2007 RDX. 4 cylinder Turbo. Can any owners out there give feedback? Thank you

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## [1990 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz first time buyer help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-cadillac-eldorado-biarritz-first-time-buyer-help/112901)

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**Author:** [@CadillacBlack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CadillacBlack)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [February 27, 2018, 3:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-cadillac-eldorado-biarritz-first-time-buyer-help/112901 "2018-02-27T15:49:23Z")

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Hello, so basically im a first time car buyer who loves the look of older cars. I have saved enough to buy a 1990 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz ive been looking at for a few weeks. I fell in love with it. Escpecially its al…

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