Selling already??? - Page 4

LaW · 04-02-2008, 08:24 PM

I got mine, no haggling and no questions asked for 33,655 plus about 400 in options thrown in. Trade in value on my 120k+ 03 bugeye they gave me near private party value for the condition it was in. Also financed me at 4.55%!!! Very easy to get the car cheap now, and at that interest rate I will probably have it paid off within a year or two and won't be paying an arm and a leg a month if I get into a pinch.

As for the thread, crazy that you are already parting with the car!! However most would rather see it get driven than be a garage whore!

midnit · 04-02-2008, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by waktasz

The sticker price on a base STI is less than $37k silly. I'm seeing one in my driveway for $33k.

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SirMattieP · 04-02-2008, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by LaW

I got mine, no haggling and no questions asked for 33,655 plus about 400 in options thrown in. Trade in value on my 120k+ 03 bugeye they gave me near private party value for the condition it was in. Also financed me at 4.55%!!! Very easy to get the car cheap now, and at that interest rate I will probably have it paid off within a year or two and won't be paying an arm and a leg a month if I get into a pinch.

As for the thread, crazy that you are already parting with the car!! However most would rather see it get driven than be a garage whore!

DAMN WHAT THE!?!?!?! Where do you live?

LaW · 04-02-2008, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by SirMattieP

DAMN WHAT THE!?!?!?! Where do you live?

Milwaukee, WI area

I actually emailed a sales guy that I have been keeping up with at a local dealer that at least when I was buying my WRX would not budge in price EVER. So needless to say I was suprised when they took my offer.

I just emailed him, told him what I wanted to pay (invoice), and that if I traded my car in I wanted 500 below KBB private sale in Good condition. They had no problem with it. So with tax savings from the trade in I still get my private sale value. The car had a lot of physical blemishes and was in an accident at one point with 3k+ in body work.

I would have struggled to get even my trade in value on the private market, especially from a modded 120k+ mile 2003. No one would believe I didn't rag on it. I had a strong stock clutch to prove it but oh well

BlueF · 04-02-2008, 09:00 PM

I don't think $35k is a bad deal, especially considering how Matt treats his cars. Someone will likely come along and pick it up for asking price I'd imagine.

I'm actually thinking of doing the same thing, 4k miles on my 08. After wanting an STI for 4 years (should have ponied up the extra money instead of an 04 WRX) I'm thinking I would enjoy something different at this point, 335i/G37, maybe Cayman S/Elise.... not totally over the "racer" car, but the STI isn't quite enough different/drastically better over my Stage 4 WRX. Don't get me wrong, I do very much enjoy the car... just something missing I think. Maybe stage 2-3 will help me along.

dgs · 04-02-2008, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by mattjk

I drove the STi today, I really like it but I guess I'm just not really into the boy racer cars anymore.

Strange comment? The reason I'm going to buy an 08 and not an earlier model STI (also because I make more money now) is because it no longer looks like a boy racer car. It's very subdued and clean looking now. No huge wings, no huge air slots, just a simple five door hatchback. One of the reasons I want it in gray is because that will portray an even more mature image. My job doesn't require I drive anyone around (such as clients) but I would not be embarrassed in the least to do so in an 08.

Well to each their own. I'm sure you're going to get talked down in price. $35K is too much (at least I wouldn't pay that). But that's going to be a great deal for someone, as you ate the depreciation expense and they're getting practically a new car. My friend bought a Nissan Altima a couple of months ago and I think he said it 400 miles on it, and it was sold as new. 100 miles is nothing, but once it's been titled that's it, it now is a used car and as such you should expect used car quotes from prospective buyers. Good luck.

grainit · 04-03-2008, 01:28 AM

I still should have bought this sucker off of you when you where asking less instead of buying one 1300 miles away on the east coast.

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04__STi · 04-03-2008, 05:53 AM

I'd sell it too...Although i would never make a mistake and buy a 35k hatchback with looks only a mother could love.

hairlesswookiee · 04-03-2008, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by 04__STi

I'd sell it too...Although i would never make a mistake and buy a 35k hatchback with looks only a mother could love.

no comments form the peanut gallery!!!!
congrats on the purchase. i still cant believe this guy is already selling the car, come on at least put a couple thousand miles on it. 100 miles??? how about emptying the tank before making this decision???

Brand · 04-03-2008, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 04__STi

I'd sell it too...Although i would never make a mistake and buy a 35k hatchback with looks only a mother could love.

I'd sell your car, too. It probably stinks like man-sex.

04__STi · 04-03-2008, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Brand

I'd sell your car, too. It probably stinks like man-sex.

Ok, but atleast it looks ok driving down the road and it only cost 28k new and it's lighter and more potent then yours.

mofoSTI · 04-03-2008, 08:31 AM

Ive had mine for sale for a while too. I just went over 4k and turned down several offers, but am willing to take 33,200

mofoSTI · 04-03-2008, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by 04__STi

I'd sell it too...Although i would never make a mistake and buy a 35k hatchback with looks only a mother could love.

Yes, but you love your mother for whats on the inside not because she's hot and you want to take her for a ride like them evo guys.

csschupp · 04-03-2008, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueF

I don't think $35k is a bad deal, especially considering how Matt treats his cars. Someone will likely come along and pick it up for asking price I'd imagine.

I'm actually thinking of doing the same thing, 4k miles on my 08. After wanting an STI for 4 years (should have ponied up the extra money instead of an 04 WRX) I'm thinking I would enjoy something different at this point, 335i/G37, maybe Cayman S/Elise.... not totally over the "racer" car, but the STI isn't quite enough different/drastically better over my Stage 4 WRX. Don't get me wrong, I do very much enjoy the car... just something missing I think. Maybe stage 2-3 will help me along.

go stage 2 and get a tune and you'll unleash the beast, it makes my sti smoother than my m5.

ITSHON · 04-03-2008, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by mofoSTI

Ive had mine for sale for a while too. I just went over 4k and turned down several offers, but am willing to take 33,200

You're selling your 08 too?

04-02-2008, 08:24 PM	#46
LaW Amateur STI Driver Car: 2008 White STI Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 28 Join Date: Mar 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Selling already??? I got mine, no haggling and no questions asked for 33,655 plus about 400 in options thrown in. Trade in value on my 120k+ 03 bugeye they gave me near private party value for the condition it was in. Also financed me at 4.55%!!! Very easy to get the car cheap now, and at that interest rate I will probably have it paid off within a year or two and won't be paying an arm and a leg a month if I get into a pinch. As for the thread, crazy that you are already parting with the car!! However most would rather see it get driven than be a garage whore! This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

04-02-2008, 09:00 PM	#50
BlueF Junior STI Driver Car: 08 STI (black) Fav Mod: none yet... Location: Oregon Posts: 134 Join Date: Apr 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Selling already??? I don't think $35k is a bad deal, especially considering how Matt treats his cars. Someone will likely come along and pick it up for asking price I'd imagine. I'm actually thinking of doing the same thing, 4k miles on my 08. After wanting an STI for 4 years (should have ponied up the extra money instead of an 04 WRX) I'm thinking I would enjoy something different at this point, 335i/G37, maybe Cayman S/Elise.... not totally over the "racer" car, but the STI isn't quite enough different/drastically better over my Stage 4 WRX. Don't get me wrong, I do very much enjoy the car... just something missing I think. Maybe stage 2-3 will help me along.

04-03-2008, 05:53 AM	#53
04__STi Banned Car: 04 STi Posts: 572 Join Date: Apr 2006 Trader Rating: (2)	Re: Selling already??? I'd sell it too...Although i would never make a mistake and buy a 35k hatchback with looks only a mother could love.

04-03-2008, 08:31 AM	#57
mofoSTI Spec C Club Car: 08 STI,sr20det 510 Fav Mod: boob job for wife Location: springtuckey, OR Posts: 2,165 Join Date: Sep 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Selling already??? Ive had mine for sale for a while too. I just went over 4k and turned down several offers, but am willing to take 33,200