# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=40 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 41 --- ## [Negotiating price on a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/negotiating-price-on-a-new-car/12106)
**Author:** [@morganhorse86](https://community.cartalk.com/u/morganhorse86)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2008, 4:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/negotiating-price-on-a-new-car/12106 "2008-03-24T16:53:25Z")
I have found a new car I like, and am ready to go negotiating. I like to do it, but I have always had a trade-in and/or buying a used car, so the price is very negotiable and you can always find things to "help you out" … --- ## [$429 Honda muffler(whats the area reps phone#)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/429-honda-muffler-whats-the-area-reps-phone/11238)
**Author:** [@jefftamblyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jefftamblyn)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2008, 2:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/429-honda-muffler-whats-the-area-reps-phone/11238 "2008-03-01T14:08:16Z")
Recently got that figure from Autofair Honda in Manchester NH to replace 97 civic CX muffler-parts and labor. I'm tired of these outrageous stealership prices. What's the Honda area reps name and number --- ## [New York State DMV Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-york-state-dmv-question/11207)
**Author:** [@movinround](https://community.cartalk.com/u/movinround)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2008, 12:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-york-state-dmv-question/11207 "2008-02-28T00:45:34Z")
Hi. About five months ago I left NY State but forgot to tell the DMV. I'll be returning at some point but not to the same residence. I just visited their website and it says you're supposed to notify them within 1… --- ## [Expected APR for person with no credit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/expected-apr-for-person-with-no-credit/11061)
**Author:** [@MindBrain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MindBrain)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2008, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/expected-apr-for-person-with-no-credit/11061 "2008-02-24T15:48:54Z")
Hello I'm looking into buying a new car and was wondering, generally, around how much APR will I be looking at having no credit (not bad, not good, just none) I'm pretty new to this and trying to make sense of everything… --- ## [Too many cars to choose from](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-many-cars-to-choose-from/10985)
**Author:** [@papsie20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/papsie20)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2008, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-many-cars-to-choose-from/10985 "2008-02-22T18:41:22Z")
im planning on buying a car in the next few months. my price range will most likely be from $4000-7000. i will be getting a loan. my question is what types of cars should i be looking at? i really like the saturn ion 200… --- ## [How do I know it's time to move on?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-know-its-time-to-move-on/10844)
**Author:** [@97\_Saturn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/97_Saturn)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2008, 4:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-know-its-time-to-move-on/10844 "2008-02-19T04:15:58Z")
Should I get the repairs or move on to a new car? I've got a '97 Saturn SL2 with 310K on it; the majority of the miles are highway. I bought this puppy new. Right now I'm driving ~225 miles a day, 3-5 days a week… --- ## [Milage on honda 2008 4 cyl 190 horse power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/milage-on-honda-2008-4-cyl-190-horse-power/10603)
**Author:** [@new\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/new_guy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2008, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/milage-on-honda-2008-4-cyl-190-horse-power/10603 "2008-02-13T16:51:19Z")
I am getting abount 17-20 mpg. city driving. car has 2500 miles. is this normal? --- ## [Buying a used car - any opinions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-car-any-opinions/9972)
**Author:** [@jherbst](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jherbst)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2008, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-car-any-opinions/9972 "2008-01-30T02:09:51Z")
Hi, I am getting a used car. Mine is on its way out of this world. I was considering a used Suburu or Jetta, but it seems that I cannot afford to get anything under 100,000 K -Or- I could go the Honda Civic/Toyota Camr… --- ## [08 Corolla or 08 Versa](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-corolla-or-08-versa/9845)
**Author:** [@firestallion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/firestallion)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2008, 3:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-corolla-or-08-versa/9845 "2008-01-28T15:57:00Z")
Ok, I think I have narrowed it down to these two choices for a new car purchase. Both have small drawbacks---the driving position on the Corolla is a bit cramped leg-wise, and the Versa seems better in legroom but perhap… --- ## [Drive it into the dirt or Sell it? Please advise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-it-into-the-dirt-or-sell-it-please-advise/9807)
**Author:** [@Jessico](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jessico)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2008, 12:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-it-into-the-dirt-or-sell-it-please-advise/9807 "2008-01-27T12:05:51Z")
I have a 2001 Chevy Blazer 2D, 2WD with 102k miles. There's a large dent on one side that would require the entire back panel to be replaced. I owe about 2k. I would likely get about 3k if I sold it. Should I keep drivi… --- ## [The Buck stops here](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-buck-stops-here/9667)
**Author:** [@donnasue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/donnasue)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2008, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-buck-stops-here/9667 "2008-01-21T17:14:40Z")
Hi, In late November, I ran into a buck with my 2007 Camry at 70 miles an hour. Several weeks later, I got my car back from a collision garage in Wichita Falls(close to accident site) The steering wheel vibrates when the… --- ## [New body style Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-body-style-honda-accord/9528)
**Author:** [@godzillaj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/godzillaj)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2008, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-body-style-honda-accord/9528 "2008-01-20T00:20:10Z")
I am thinking about getting a new 2008 Accord which has a new body style. (My 1991 Caprice Classic has finally died.) I have heard that it isn't good to buy a car the first year of a new body style because bugs are still… --- ## [Help - can't get title to car I purchased](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-cant-get-title-to-car-i-purchased/8764)
**Author:** [@billy2008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/billy2008)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2008, 4:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-cant-get-title-to-car-i-purchased/8764 "2008-01-05T04:19:43Z")
Recently purchased a certified pre-owned 2004 saab from a dealer. Almost a month later, according to the dealer, it is unable to secure title from Saab to transfer to me. Dealer says they have been trying to get the titl… --- ## [2007 Chevy trucks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevy-trucks/8969)
**Author:** [@MikeNadler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeNadler)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2008, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevy-trucks/8969 "2008-01-03T23:32:15Z")
A friend is contemplating a new 2007 Chevy truck with a V8 engine. Are they any good? what problems are they having? --- ## [Should I avoid Toyota Used Cars because of Sludge?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-avoid-toyota-used-cars-because-of-sludge/8649)
**Author:** [@TomInWorthington](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomInWorthington)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2007, 3:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-avoid-toyota-used-cars-because-of-sludge/8649 "2007-12-26T15:42:54Z")
I am searching for a used Toyota but am concerned about the possibility of inheriting a sludge problem. I know its a small percentage, but I got burned on the Honda tranmissions recall & don't want another huge bill. S… --- ## [What kind of car should we look for?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-kind-of-car-should-we-look-for/8395)
**Author:** [@kcollin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kcollin)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2007, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-kind-of-car-should-we-look-for/8395 "2007-12-24T19:33:30Z")
We are in the market for a new car, and I was hoping for some feedback from all you experts :slight\_smile: First, it needs to withstand Minnesota winters, and be safe. Four wheel drive would be nice but it isn't man… --- ## [Out Of State Car Registration And Insurance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-of-state-car-registration-and-insurance/7980)
**Author:** [@paynow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paynow)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2007, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-of-state-car-registration-and-insurance/7980 "2007-12-12T13:06:16Z")
Hey folks. I recently made a temporary move from NY to NC. When I go back to NY I will not be living in the same place. This will probably be about 6 months. I know the NY DMV wants you to notify them within ten … --- ## [Selling a car in WI to a guy in MN](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-car-in-wi-to-a-guy-in-mn/7858)
**Author:** [@jmfay3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmfay3)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2007, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-car-in-wi-to-a-guy-in-mn/7858 "2007-12-01T17:28:07Z")
There is this WI guy who posted a question in ebay's trust and safety dept on a car sale he made. 1. he buys car off ebay from guy in MN; guy tells him car had 199900 miles; it has 226000. THe MN Guy wont do anythi… --- ## [1995 Plymouth Voyager](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-plymouth-voyager/7855)
**Author:** [@gingbelle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gingbelle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2007, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-plymouth-voyager/7855 "2007-11-30T22:43:35Z")
I hate to admit it, but I think I have been a stupid buyer. My husband and I bought a used 95 Plymouth Voyager. We bought it knowing that the AC will need to be repaired. It has a bit less than 122,000 miles on it, and s… --- ## [How do you know when to give up on your old car and buy a new one?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-know-when-to-give-up-on-your-old-car-and-buy-a-new-one/7721)
**Author:** [@mlcdc6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mlcdc6)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2007, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-know-when-to-give-up-on-your-old-car-and-buy-a-new-one/7721 "2007-11-28T20:45:17Z")
I have a 2002 Jetta with about 71,000 miles on it. It needs about $6000 worth of work on the transmission and to get a new oil pan. I've already spent about $3000 this year on rear brakes, the ignition coil, new plugs an… --- ## [Used Honda or Subaru?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-honda-or-subaru/7563)
**Author:** [@TorieV](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TorieV)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2007, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-honda-or-subaru/7563 "2007-11-23T16:58:10Z")
I have a choice between two cars, the one I own, and the one my parents are offering to sell to me. My current car is a 1997 Subaru Imprezza Outback Sport, 160,000 miles, bought used last year with a 3 year powertra… --- ## [What I should do? \[new car\]](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-i-should-do-new-car/7158)
**Author:** [@ainatenshi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ainatenshi)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2007, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-i-should-do-new-car/7158 "2007-11-12T19:26:29Z")
Ok I got a new 2007 hyundai accent. The price on the car was 17,000 and they lower it to 16,000 plus 1,600 for reg. for the car in the DMV. Well after signing the paper and all I notice I have to pay off $31,000 for that… --- ## [1970 VW Bug](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-vw-bug/6404)
**Author:** [@SandStone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SandStone)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2007, 11:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-vw-bug/6404 "2007-10-26T11:25:55Z")
A friend of mine needs a auto stick cervo for a 1970 VW bug. That part helps with the shifting. The friend lives in AZ, Phoenix. If anyone knows where a junk yard is for parts basically anyplace, or knows where to find t… --- ## [First New Car - Upkeep Advice?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-new-car-upkeep-advice/5605)
**Author:** [@MarkToo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkToo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2007, 12:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-new-car-upkeep-advice/5605 "2007-10-08T12:36:51Z")
I just bought a 2008 Mazda3, and now I'm absolutely paranoid about cleaning and upkeep. Looking for advice on the following: Are express car washes bad news? How often should one apply wax or sealant? What's the best… --- ## [Selling a car with damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-car-with-damage/5065)
**Author:** [@Janice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Janice)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2007, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-car-with-damage/5065 "2007-09-24T21:17:29Z")
I have a 2002 toyota 5 speed manual - camry SE. I'm wanting to sell it, but it has damage in the back on the drivers side. I got a quote from for $1100 to completely fix it. That's all the damage it has and it's in reall… --- ## [Selling my car, how far do I go to fix things?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-my-car-how-far-do-i-go-to-fix-things/4798)
**Author:** [@malibu585](https://community.cartalk.com/u/malibu585)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2007, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-my-car-how-far-do-i-go-to-fix-things/4798 "2007-09-19T01:01:39Z")
I just bought a Mercedes SL600 so it is time to sell my 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS. 96,000 miles on her and running strong. 4cyl, automatic tranny. Just wanting some expericenced advice on how much to fix bef… --- ## [Brand New or Year old New](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-or-year-old-new/4417)
**Author:** [@Krajewskit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Krajewskit)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2007, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-or-year-old-new/4417 "2007-09-10T20:10:53Z")
I am about to buy a Toyota Prius. The question is a 2007 for 22500 or an 08 for 23000? Is $500 an appropriate discount for a year old new car? --- ## [MiniVan Choices](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minivan-choices/4066)
**Author:** [@VilesFatherof3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VilesFatherof3)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2007, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minivan-choices/4066 "2007-09-03T23:00:03Z")
I am a Dad of three (third on the way) and must upgrade the size of the family car. For my price range and what I see available here in Maine, these are my options: 2004 Kia Sedona 2001 Honda Odyssey 2001 Chrys… --- ## [Everyone else in my life has piped in](https://community.cartalk.com/t/everyone-else-in-my-life-has-piped-in/4031)
**Author:** [@O\_Changarellinandez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/O_Changarellinandez)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2007, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/everyone-else-in-my-life-has-piped-in/4031 "2007-09-03T12:53:28Z")
why not all of you? ok, so i want true opinions here. I've gotten an earful from everyone else as to what I should get for my next vehicle. I have grand ideas of my own. When did buying a Prius get so cut throat? … --- ## [Coolant vs Water](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-vs-water/3860)
**Author:** [@russharv63](https://community.cartalk.com/u/russharv63)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2007, 4:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-vs-water/3860 "2007-09-02T04:12:11Z")
In the summer when the tempertures reach into the 90"s will it hurt your car to put 100% antifreeze and no water in the cooling system? In the summer will it harm your car to put 100% water in your cooling system and no … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=39) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=41)