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Old 01-14-04, 07:46 AM
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Default Got a decent offer from CARMAX..what do you guys think

OOOK..SO I am selling the GS4 and took it to CARMAX since the MR-2 Spyder I want to buy for my wife's b-day is at CARMAX also..
The made me a very decent offer (IMHO)..may be cause I am buying the Spyder...

They offered 28,750 Plus full refund of my extended warranty 1499..that pays off my loan and puts a few buck back in my pocket...not bad for a NO HASSTLE buy....PLUS I get to pay no sales tax (almost 479) on the spyder
Car is 2000 GS4 with 39K..Platinum edition...

What do you guys think..
Old 01-14-04, 07:50 AM
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Keep your GS. Check maybe KBB.com or call your local Lexus dealer and see what they are selling a comparable used Lexus for.
Old 01-14-04, 08:21 AM
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Almost 29K plus a full refund plus no tax on the Spyder?

Take it and run... That is a awesome deal.. that's 30K almost... and the GS isn't getting greater depreciation anytime soon for it to go up.

It is only going to go down once the new GS debuts next year. If your looking to get rid of it, then sell now.

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Old 01-14-04, 08:28 AM
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I'm with CB here ...thats a good deal especially for CarMax
Old 01-14-04, 09:19 AM
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Is it only in your state, that if you trade in your car you do not have to pay tax on the new car ?

I'm in CA, when I trade in my car for the GS I still pay tax on it
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The no-sales tax incentive is CARMAX specific.. I dont know if other dealers do the same..
Dont think its my state only...

I agree with captain bone..it IS a good deal for a trade in ..Unless someone offers me more money in teh next 2 weeks..
(car in paper) I am goign to trade the car in carmax...
Old 01-14-04, 09:57 AM
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Default That is a Good Trade Value

I would do it if you are considering gettin rid of your GS anyway. I just bought an 01 300 and seen 2000 Plantinum edition 400's for that price and a couple grand less with similar miles.....
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Originally posted by Captain Bone
Almost 29K plus a full refund plus no tax on the Spyder?

Take it and run... That is a awesome deal.. that's 30K almost... and the GS isn't getting greater depreciation anytime soon for it to go up.

It is only going to go down once the new GS debuts next year. If your looking to get rid of it, then sell now.

-Anthony

i agree with bone on this one...don't look back either
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Default Re: Got a decent offer from CARMAX..what do you guys think

Originally posted by kam1996
OOOK..SO I am selling the GS4 and took it to CARMAX since the MR-2 Spyder I want to buy for my wife's b-day is at CARMAX also..
The made me a very decent offer (IMHO)..may be cause I am buying the Spyder...

They offered 28,750 Plus full refund of my extended warranty 1499..that pays off my loan and puts a few buck back in my pocket...not bad for a NO HASSTLE buy....PLUS I get to pay no sales tax (almost 479) on the spyder
Car is 2000 GS4 with 39K..Platinum edition...

What do you guys think..
You didn't mention any details on the MR2 you are buying from Carmax. Is Carmax also offering you a great deal on MR2?
Old 01-14-04, 04:30 PM
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Well I guess you are going to go through with it!! I hate to see you leave the fold, but that is a great deal man, I hope the Mrs. enjoys the new toy
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The MR-2 is a great buy as well..They had a "last -chance" deal on a red one in Chicago...
2001 with 22K for 15,499. That is a great deal..There were some errors about the standard equipment on the car on their website , I ordered the car to be transfered..then found that some info wasnt right..talked to the manager and he took off the 450 transfer fee..
So all in all its almost too good to be true..I will believe it when it happens, but for now it sounds like a good deal both ways...
I know its middle of winter and that is why I was able to get a good deal on the MR-2.
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Almost all other 2001 MR-2s on their site are 17000 or more ..atleast the ones with 25K or less...
Old 01-14-04, 10:26 PM
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That sounds like an awesome deal! Do it ASAP!
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Originally posted by LexAristo
That sounds like an awesome deal! Do it ASAP!
I agree, that looks like a sweet deal, I wouldn't wait long, someone may change there mind

GL and keep us updated...
Shawn
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Jump on it dude!
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no tax on the spyder, 28750, and refund from extended warranty thats a steal BETTER GO BEFORE ITS GONE


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