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Italian Stallion
05-14-2014, 11:47 AM
I got him down to 14.5 right now, Is this still asking too much for a 98 with 90k?
sweetbmxrider
05-14-2014, 12:16 PM
Stock? A4 or M6? Leather? Ttops? Wheels? Overall condition? Color?
But I would say, yes. Dealer? That's why.
NJ Torque
05-14-2014, 12:25 PM
....what
Blackbirdws6
05-14-2014, 12:29 PM
Yea that sounds pretty high without knowing anything else.
Italian Stallion
05-14-2014, 12:39 PM
Whoops sorry I'm on my phone and the link never posted http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/4422844390.html
sweetbmxrider
05-14-2014, 12:44 PM
:lol: I don't know vette pricing, sorry.
Blackbirdws6
05-14-2014, 12:56 PM
$14.5k for that vette isn't too bad if its all there but I would bust him down to ~$13k. If you trust KBB, they have the value between $13-$13.5k for very good to excellent condition. The glass roofs have a tendency to develop de-laminating/finish issues. Make sure it had the steering column fix done and there are no issues with the suspension (active handling/abs issues). Other than that, the normal items should be gone through thoroughly.
The little cosmetic items, wheels and catback don't mean anything regarding price IMO.
Italian Stallion
05-14-2014, 01:06 PM
$14.5k for that vette isn't too bad if its all there but I would bust him down to ~$13k. If you trust KBB, they have the value between $13-$13.5k for very good to excellent condition. The glass roofs have a tendency to develop de-laminating/finish issues. Make sure it had the steering column fix done and there are no issues with the suspension (active handling/abs issues). Other than that, the normal items should be gone through thoroughly.
The little cosmetic items, wheels and catback don't mean anything regarding price IMO.
I offered 13 and he said no, and came back with 14.5 for his "bottom dollar".. I know about the de-laminating but What exactly is the steering column fix?
Blackbirdws6
05-14-2014, 01:15 PM
I offered 13 and he said no, and came back with 14.5 for his "bottom dollar".. I know about the de-laminating but What exactly is the steering column fix?
The steering column can lock and it will require a flatbed to a dealer to get it fixed. It happened to my dad's C5 and he had the wheels turned. Made it fun getting it on the flatbed. :facepalm:
Become aware:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-tech/1015483-steering-column-lock-faqs-please-read-before-you-post-sticky-please.html
1320B4U
05-14-2014, 02:55 PM
14.5k is a decent ballpark price for a '98 in good shape w/a few mods. Got rid of mine for around that last year. Clb or column lock bypass is something that should be done. (essentially a module that you install and reprogram of the ecu.) In '99 thru '03 there was an computer change that set it apart from the first 2 years, that gave greater tuning capabilities. (04 supposedly was a standalone year). Car seems decent though. I have seen c5's for 10-12k, but weathered more than this one appears thru the pics.
As w/anything, great deals can be had on specific forums...ie corvetteforums.com I've seen s/c versions go for a little bit more and the choice of cars are greater (even more so if you are into traveling).
1320B4U
05-14-2014, 02:56 PM
Carlisle pa is in august..if you go out there w/cash you'll definitely find something you'll like in the c5 category.
BonzoHansen
05-14-2014, 03:25 PM
is this the car you need a loan to buy? since this is an older car from a private party does that mean you are getting an unsecured personal loan to pay for it? what is your insurance bill on that bad boy, did you inquire about that yet? you are going to need comp & collision on a car that nice.
for a price comparison... http://www.njfboa.org/forums/showthread.php?t=64822
SilverDropTop
05-14-2014, 05:29 PM
I'm with V, I would buy Maromans Vette if I was in the market.
Italian Stallion
05-14-2014, 07:52 PM
he said the previous owner replaces the steering column and it has "rare" mag suspension with adjustable settings. This is the car id be taking the loan out for and maromans vette is beautiful no doubt, i spoke to him about it but I want a manual with the all black interior.
WildBillyT
05-14-2014, 08:15 PM
he said the previous owner replaces the steering column and it has "rare" mag suspension with adjustable settings. This is the car id be taking the loan out for and maromans vette is beautiful no doubt, i spoke to him about it but I want a manual with the all black interior.
Magnetic ride control was introduced in 2003.
fire-chickens
05-14-2014, 08:28 PM
Honestly i think thats a bit high for that vette i wouldn't offer more than 13k for it, take it or leave it. you can find better examples around the same year with possibly even a bit fewer miles for around the same price these days, Corvettes at Carlisle is a good start as well. Maroman99's vette is a great example of what I mean, even if the miles are practically the same. by the way the description reads he doesn't seem to be very car savvy in my opinion, and that would make me a bit skeptical
LTb1ow
05-15-2014, 06:59 AM
Do it, #YOLO
Italian Stallion
05-15-2014, 10:16 AM
I said my final offer at 13.5 and be came down to 14. He said it's not mag it's adjustable sport touring suspension. I don't think I'm willing to pay that much
Italian Stallion
05-15-2014, 10:25 AM
Do it, #YOLO
Lol I wish
The_Bishop
05-15-2014, 10:42 AM
Hell, if you had 10k cash you could drive a certain BPM 1998 Z28 with full bolts ons, converter, shift kit, strano suspension, z06 wheels and a trunk full of heads/cam/etc home today.
NastyEllEssWon
05-15-2014, 11:48 AM
Hell, if you had 10k cash you could drive a certain BPM 1998 Z28 with full bolts ons, converter, shift kit, strano suspension, z06 wheels and a trunk full of heads/cam/etc home today.
damn I remember a time when you said you wouldnt sell it :D
BonzoHansen
05-15-2014, 11:54 AM
damn I remember a time when you said you wouldnt sell it :D
they always say that and we know that is never true!
The_Bishop
05-15-2014, 12:22 PM
I'm not *actively* selling it but I'm not immune to piles of cash. Everything is for sale for the right price! :)
1320B4U
05-15-2014, 01:22 PM
6spds are harder to find ..marketplace has a lot more auto's for sale so a cleaner one is easier to find.
WildBillyT
05-15-2014, 01:24 PM
I'm not *actively* selling it but I'm not immune to piles of cash. Everything is for sale for the right price! :)
Yup.
If Maroman wanted a Nova SS my sig would be different.
deadtrend1
05-15-2014, 01:34 PM
damn I remember a time when you said you wouldnt sell it :D
Everything has a price. 12-13k would buy my 01
Italian Stallion
05-17-2014, 01:19 PM
Think I found a pretty good deal here. Got him down to 10.5 http://newyork.craigslist.org/fct/cto/4470395506.html
Italian Stallion
05-17-2014, 01:26 PM
In the 7th pic looks like the red is a different shade, said it has no accidents but seems strange, he gave me the carfax to run as well
It's a horrid picture half in shadows. Go see it in person
Italian Stallion
05-17-2014, 11:27 PM
It's a horrid picture half in shadows. Go see it in person
That's what I was thinking..are the tail lights just tinted on the first car, otherwise everything is the same besides targa top and interior color?
Blackbirdws6
05-18-2014, 04:59 AM
That's what I was thinking..are the tail lights just tinted on the first car, otherwise everything is the same besides targa top and interior color?
First car either has them tinted or simply has covers on them. Same for the reverse lights around the license plate. The latest one you posted looks like it has some pretty bad seat wear if you look at the interior pic (seat bottom and right bolster)
BonzoHansen
05-18-2014, 08:11 AM
is this the car you need a loan to buy? since this is an older car from a private party does that mean you are getting an unsecured personal loan to pay for it? what is your insurance bill on that bad boy, did you inquire about that yet? you are going to need comp & collision on a car that nice.
avoided this question huh? your loan amount is higher now than the original thread.
LTb1ow
05-18-2014, 11:32 AM
Do it, #YOLO
avoided this question huh? your loan amount is higher now than the original thread.
You there, shut it with your doom and gloom.
A new corvette is a perfectly decent car for everyone and their mother.
BonzoHansen
05-18-2014, 02:23 PM
You there, shut it with your doom and gloom.
A new corvette is a perfectly decent car for everyone and their mother.
:rofl:
sweetbmxrider
05-19-2014, 07:29 AM
Even if they can't drive stick @Kirkevil
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