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Old May 20, 2025 | 05:20 AM
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Was looking into buying this 2004 c5
61k miles, automatic, and asking for 18k anything I should consider?

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Old May 20, 2025 | 07:02 AM
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I would consider that highly priced in the current market for an auto and the miles.

A good deal would be 14k-16k depending on condition.

Same thing to consider with all of them. 04's have issues with the fuel tanks so any wetness or smell of gas would be a red flag. Check harmonic balancer and go through onboard diag to check for faults.
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Old May 20, 2025 | 09:43 AM
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Hagerty shows $16,700 in #3 good condition, minus 10% for the auto...
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Over priced!
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Old May 20, 2025 | 09:56 AM
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Check the Sticky threads for items to look at and have it inspected by a tech familiar with the C5. If it all checks out and you can get it at a lower price, then go for it.
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Old May 20, 2025 | 10:24 AM
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Yep, consider reading the sticky threads at the top of this forum. It has at least the spoiler added. I would want to make sure I knew EVERYTHING that is aftermarket on the car before I bought it.
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It's not an unreasonable asking price, I'm sure there is widdle it down room.
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The C5 is loaded with electrical anomolies. Better have a C5 expert do a complete exam before purchase.
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Originally Posted by rrwirsi
The C5 is loaded with electrical anomolies. Better have a C5 expert do a complete exam before purchase.
I read about that and the dreaded harmonic balancer issues every day on these boards but have yet to experience any such issues with my C5. I guess I’ll consider myself fortunate.
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Price isn't unreasonable. Just depends on how well it was taken care of.
harmonic balancer replaced?
count on a flush of all fluids
Test the battery
Clean the radiator / condenser
clean the two udders under the windshield
the HVAC illumination can go dim or out
just check everything for proper working order
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I would need to see more of the car but It is high.

If you are Vermilion Oh check out this in N Canton. Lower miles and in prime condition. They deal in high quality cars not junk.

https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/invent...ting=416882545
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Old May 28, 2025 | 06:32 AM
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Well you either bought it or they sold it as it was gone when I went to look at the rest of the condition.

If you got it I wish you good luck and hope you got a better price.
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