Hi Scotty, you make me feel like family!
I Found a 2006 Toyota Sienna minivan
My question: What do you think a fair price for this van should be? If you had the chance, would you buy this van? The a
Thank you for your time! I know you are very busy. I would love to visit with you in person! I'm test driving the van in the first week of January 2022 .
Sincerely, Bill Crum. <contact information was removed>
More information:
Carfax link:
Link to view the van:
https://www.kansascarfinder.com/details/used-2006-toyota-sienna/79761575
It is a small town dealership about an hour drive from where I live in Kansas.
They seem to sell A lot of older cars with lower mileage. And I wondered how they are able to find so many cars with low miles on them?
@etre2244 in the future, can you put all your comments into the ‘Your Answer’ section down below? Thank you.
Yes, I can. Thank you, Daywalker.
We typically have good deal, fair deal, and over-priced.
Unfortunately, this case does not fit in any of those categories. The price is outrageous.
My question was: "What do you think a fair price for this van should be?"
You already know the answer:
My research, its worth $4,000 to $5,000.
I wouldn't buy any vehicle from Carfax typically because people from Carfax never maintain and fix their vehicles and it's too expensive. I would advise to buy from a private owner. Nowadays, cars are expensive from inflation.
@legendaryslayer, I would like to ask your opinion. I found a 2005 Sienna with 128,000 miles for sale by owner (asking $2850). It's incredibly beat up on the outside, meaning that the paint is super worn, there are no hubcaps, and the plastic body parts have deep cracks and rips, but a photo of the engine area looks good, showing only dust. Do you think this is worth exploring?
I would ask others too just to have more second opinions. If it's just cosmetic damages and not mechanical damages, then I think it's worth taking a look for. Just make sure there's no components damage in the undercarriage of the vehicle.
@etre2244 Also, I would check with a mechanic to see if everything else is in good shape aside from cosmetic damages.
@etre2244 please do not hijack the thread with your own question. Please create a new thread regarding your question. Thank you.
Daywalker, thank you for your feedback. I will do what you have suggested.
I have some questions about how to use this forum which I have accumulated. What (where) would be the best way to ask them?
@etre2244 I would submit your questions in the "Submit your Questions" section where you create your own thread.
legendaryslayer
Thank you for your input! Carfax is not selling this vehicle. A small town car dealer in Kansas has it listed for sale. And I searched Carfax for the history and maintenance of the vehicle.
My question: "What do you think a fair price for this van should be?"
@billiv Like you said, it's between $4,000 to $5,000. In my opinion, the fair price should be $4500.
For that price, I would not even consider it regardless of condition.
My question was: "What do you think a fair price for this van should be?"
The value of it would be whatever two people agree to honestly. I guess if you LOVE it, $4500 since that's about what research shows it to be worth.
A "Good Buy"?
It most certainly is!
For the seller.
Take the deal and watch $12,000 go Good Bye!
My question was: "What do you think a fair price for this van should be?"
@billiv, I enjoy your question. I will be interested to see how this discussion evolves. Good luck with your decision. I wish you success.
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Thank you!
I think I put too much information with my question.......
I appreciate those who answered. But they didn't answer my actual question....
I Found a 2006 Toyota Sienna minivan AWD XLE Limited 7-Passenger 4dr Mini-Van It has roughly 98,000 miles on it. It has the 3.3L V6 and 5 speed automatic transmission. Small dealership asking Just under $12,000 for the minivan.....
My question: "What do you think a fair price for this van should be?"
Then I said, with my research I found it was worth $4,000 to $5,000.
I hope someone can give me some sort of price range that would be fair to me and fair to the small dealership.. I don't mind paying a retail price as long as It is fair for both parties involved.
Thanks again for your comment!