This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. The dealer says the car passed the manufacturer CPO inspection and suggests an outsid…
I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to avoid buying a car that only makes sense on…
2022 Honda Accord 2.0T Sport, about 151,000 miles. Same money buys an older full-size truck with capability I may never use or a newer compact truck with bette…
The dealer says the car passed the manufacturer CPO inspection and suggests an outside inspection is unnecessary. I like the warranty but still want an indepen…
Car looks clean and the price is fair, but seller says they do not have time for a PPI because other buyers are interested. Would you treat that as an automati…
Car was repaired well after a moderate accident and drives straight. I am trying to price it honestly several years later. How much do buyers usually discount…
2021 Hyundai Palisade Limited, about 34,000 miles. The advertised used-car price was competitive, but the worksheet includes protection packages, tracking equi…
2024 Tesla Model Y Long Range, about 29,500 miles. Current car is worth less than the payoff and I need something different. Dealer says they can roll the diff…
2018 Ford Mustang GT, about 78,000 miles. Same money buys an older full-size truck with capability I may never use or a newer compact truck with better fuel ec…
2024 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51, about 31,000 miles. Manufacturer offers promotional financing or a cash incentive. What is the right way to calculate whi…
2022 Lexus GX 460, about 151,000 miles. Inventory looks better but dealer quotes still vary a lot. I'm not looking to name-and-shame anyone—just trying to get…
Same money buys an older full-size truck with capability I may never use or a newer compact truck with better fuel economy and warranty. Anyone make this switc…
Car needs tires soon and has a few cosmetic issues. I am not sure whether spending money first will return more in the sale price. What repairs or detailing us…
2020 GMC Yukon Denali, about 45,000 miles. I like a privately listed car, but the seller still owes money and does not have a clear paper title in hand.
2024 Buick Envision Avenir, about 21,000 miles. The dealer says the car passed the manufacturer CPO inspection and suggests an outside inspection is unnecessar…
2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road, about 41,500 miles. The online price looks competitive, but I am trying to judge the entire deal rather than the headline numb…
2021 BMW X5 xDrive40i, about 85,000 miles. Current car is worth less than the payoff and I need something different. Dealer says they can roll the difference i…
2024 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51, about 28,500 miles. Every time I ask for sale price and fees, the conversation goes back to monthly payment. I am bringin…
The car is valuable to me but not exotic. Enclosed transport costs noticeably more. When is the extra protection actually worth paying for versus a reputable o…
The dealer says the car passed the manufacturer CPO inspection and suggests an outside inspection is unnecessary. I like the warranty but still want an indepen…
