selling my 85 gsl... how to make it more "valuable?"
04-19-03, 12:07 AM
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selling my 85 gsl... how to make it more "valuable?"
economic circumstances dictate that I just cant keep it. I have no garage to hide it in, and cannot possibly afford gas and insurance for it for at least the next year.
So I'm prepping it for sale.
what sort of things should i be doing to increase the amount of $ i can get for it?
currently, the rear shocks are shot, the steering is loose, the rear calipres squeek (pads are fine) and it only gets 16mpg. the transmission "clunks" a bit and the master brake cylinder is just about gone.
i need quick-fixes for as much of that as possible
So I'm prepping it for sale.
what sort of things should i be doing to increase the amount of $ i can get for it?
currently, the rear shocks are shot, the steering is loose, the rear calipres squeek (pads are fine) and it only gets 16mpg. the transmission "clunks" a bit and the master brake cylinder is just about gone.
i need quick-fixes for as much of that as possible
04-19-03, 12:25 AM
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Do like a car dealership.
Top off all the fluids. Steam clean the engine bay, or use that "spray foam" degreaser.
If you've removed something, you can reinstall, like the A/C, try to reinstall it........even if it didn't work.
Depending on the condition of the paint, you might want to invest in a cheap respray.
Shocks - don't go on a bumpy road for a test drive.
Rear Brakes - install some break pad shims, or do your best to lube up the caliper.
You know the old saying: "You can't polish a turd"...?
That doesn't apply to cars. Polish up everything.....do your best to hide damage. Set your asking price at HIGHER than you are willing to accept.
Naturally, the customer will want to bargain the price down.......and if THEY think they got a deal......they will bite.
Also, think of a few different angles for your sales presentation. Do you expect it to sell to some young kid? An old Rx-7 enthusiast? Take cues from what they talk about........and create a unique presentation for that specific customer.
When it comes down to negotiating price......don't talk TOO much. Just be quiet.....look at the car, or look at them. They will already be a little nervous, and if you have them inquiring about price, you already have their interest. Play off their anxiety. The first person to speak after the price question.......loses.
(God I miss car sales.)
Top off all the fluids. Steam clean the engine bay, or use that "spray foam" degreaser.
If you've removed something, you can reinstall, like the A/C, try to reinstall it........even if it didn't work.
Depending on the condition of the paint, you might want to invest in a cheap respray.
Shocks - don't go on a bumpy road for a test drive.
Rear Brakes - install some break pad shims, or do your best to lube up the caliper.
You know the old saying: "You can't polish a turd"...?
That doesn't apply to cars. Polish up everything.....do your best to hide damage. Set your asking price at HIGHER than you are willing to accept.
Naturally, the customer will want to bargain the price down.......and if THEY think they got a deal......they will bite.
Also, think of a few different angles for your sales presentation. Do you expect it to sell to some young kid? An old Rx-7 enthusiast? Take cues from what they talk about........and create a unique presentation for that specific customer.
When it comes down to negotiating price......don't talk TOO much. Just be quiet.....look at the car, or look at them. They will already be a little nervous, and if you have them inquiring about price, you already have their interest. Play off their anxiety. The first person to speak after the price question.......loses.
(God I miss car sales.)