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This would be my first Corvette. It is a 2006 convertible with 60,000 miles on it. Excellent condition and the color combination I like best. Monterey Red with the black top and light gray interior. I have not found this combination on any cars I've looked at.
Does not have the Z-51 option but am told it has the "suspension package". Power roof also. I'm in Southern California, if that matters.
Private party is asking $24,900, which seems high. I was thinking maybe $22,000 to $23,00, and that is only because it is the exact car I want.
Thoughts guys?
Last edited by Mike Ritter; 07-22-2016 at 12:22 PM.
If it has adjustable ride control, then it is F55 suspension package, I believe.
For a 'vert in the condition you say it is in, I don't think $22-23k is out of line. Prices for these cars have already taken a big hit, and have hit a soft bottom, IMHO. Sure they will go down some more over time, but the way I look at it is that you're not going to take a beating at all when you go to sell it.
Given it is the color combo you want, optioned how you want, in the condition you find that is very good... I would not sweat it. It's not like they are asking $30k and you have no way of negotiating it down to a more reasonable price.
Nothing wrong with trying to get the best deal possible...don't get me wrong. I just believe when I find the right car for me, I'm not going to let $500-$1k be the deciding factor. Granted, each person's financial situation is different, and I respect that.
If it has adjustable ride control, then it is F55 suspension package, I believe.
For a 'vert in the condition you say it is in, I don't think $22-23k is out of line. Prices for these cars have already taken a big hit, and have hit a soft bottom, IMHO. Sure they will go down some more over time, but the way I look at it is that you're not going to take a beating at all when you go to sell it.
Given it is the color combo you want, optioned how you want, in the condition you find that is very good... I would not sweat it. It's not like they are asking $30k and you have no way of negotiating it down to a more reasonable price.
Nothing wrong with trying to get the best deal possible...don't get me wrong. I just believe when I find the right car for me, I'm not going to let $500-$1k be the deciding factor. Granted, each person's financial situation is different, and I respect that.
If it has adjustable ride control, then it is F55 suspension package, I believe.
For a 'vert in the condition you say it is in, I don't think $22-23k is out of line. Prices for these cars have already taken a big hit, and have hit a soft bottom, IMHO. Sure they will go down some more over time, but the way I look at it is that you're not going to take a beating at all when you go to sell it.
Given it is the color combo you want, optioned how you want, in the condition you find that is very good... I would not sweat it. It's not like they are asking $30k and you have no way of negotiating it down to a more reasonable price.
Nothing wrong with trying to get the best deal possible...don't get me wrong. I just believe when I find the right car for me, I'm not going to let $500-$1k be the deciding factor. Granted, each person's financial situation is different, and I respect that.
Given it is the color combo you want, optioned how you want, in the condition you find that is very good... I would not sweat it....
Nothing wrong with trying to get the best deal possible...don't get me wrong. I just believe when I find the right car for me, I'm not going to let $500-$1k be the deciding factor. Granted, each person's financial situation is different, and I respect that.
I'd check Kelley Blue Book, NADA and Edmonds as well as Auto Trade for prices in your area.
Pay whatever the car is worth to you but jrose' advice above is invaluable. Before I bought my 2008, I was negotiating with someone on their "perfect" Vette. I asked if it had ever been in an accident and the answer was no. Then, when I asked for the VIN to run a carfax, there was push back and then the truth came out. The car had been to the body shop for a "minor" accident when the car was new. Hmmm, I didn't buy that one.
Good luck and, hopefully, welcome to Corvette ownership!
Have you had it inspected? Once you know the flaws, you can negotiate the price.
assemble all the history and information that is available, check the car over for what it will need soon (there's usually something, EG tires, brakes, fluids) then you can decide how hard you wan to negotiate.
I agree with the others who say pay what its worth to you, what's it worth to be getting behind the wheel of the car you want. In that regard, to me $1000 wouldn't matter. Life is short, and unlike many other folks, I'm impatient and do not enjoy kicking tires for too long just to save a few bucks - for the right car yes, for a few bucks no. Good luck, I hope it checks out fine and ends up in your garage.
07-21-2016, 08:52 PM
Found a car I like but not sure what to pay
