Thinking of trading in my 350...
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Thinking of trading in my 350...
I have TP/blk with nav and Sports package, spoiler. I was at the dealer on Saturday - sat in and listened to the ML - I decided I need the ML - the dealer can get the same color combo + ML + PA fairly soon - we haven't spoken figures yet - what sort of bath can I expect? Also, should I wait for an '07? Any difference besides XM/shark fin in '07?
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i would rethink that. you are better off waiting 6-9 months maybe a year and try again next time to get it right ('07). ML is awesome but you can live without it for a few months, right?
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Originally Posted by Seattle350
we haven't spoken figures yet - what sort of bath can I expect? Also, should I wait for an '07? Any difference besides XM/shark fin in '07?
As others have pointed out, you are far, far better off waiting another year so that (a) you amortize some of that depreciation hit you are taking, and (b) dealers will more likely be giving discounts off the 07 models.
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The dealer just became your bestest buddy. You paid for all the depreciation the first year, put almost no miles on it, and now want a different one.
It won't be a bath, it'll be a massacre. That being said, if you're made of money, who cares? Do whatever makes you happy.
It won't be a bath, it'll be a massacre. That being said, if you're made of money, who cares? Do whatever makes you happy.
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You wanna trade in your 350 for another 350 with ML? Why not just spend the money you will lose in trading to upgrade the system you have now with aftermarket stuff? surely a few thoudand dollars can make the system better. if you want the extra thump, add a sub like the basslink for about $200.00. Yes the ML sounds good. Im my GX470, it surely bumps but that's the only difference I can tell (I know it's not the IS ML). But my point is, I am not a PRO, I really can't tell the difference that much. I wanted the ML too in the beginning and the 1000-1500 extra cost was not even a factor, but waiting was. When I heard the stock system, I was like ***** that's good enough. Save you money bro, unless of course, that is not a factor. Good luck.
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Originally Posted by lexus27
You wanna trade in your 350 for another 350 with ML? Why not just spend the money you will lose in trading to upgrade the system you have now with aftermarket stuff? surely a few thoudand dollars can make the system better. if you want the extra thump, add a sub like the basslink for about $200.00. Yes the ML sounds good. Im my GX470, it surely bumps but that's the only difference I can tell (I know it's not the IS ML). But my point is, I am not a PRO, I really can't tell the difference that much. I wanted the ML too in the beginning and the 1000-1500 extra cost was not even a factor, but waiting was. When I heard the stock system, I was like ***** that's good enough. Save you money bro, unless of course, that is not a factor. Good luck.
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Any difference besides XM/shark fin in '07?
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I do agree with others, Don't wait for the 07' cost of the new car will probably be more but with the discount it might be the same as your original purchase. Regarding the shark fin, I know that BWM has the option to get XM installed later. Lexus might have the same. Can't wait to get my 350 Black/black, nav. ML. luxury. Good luck on your decision, keep us updated.
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I Do Not Agree With You At All!!!......
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............and your aftermarket system will make the stock ML look like it was put together by walmart..........
....of course it also depends on your taste in music. If you primarily listen to Rap and the like, then an aftermarket system will be just fine. However, if it is important for the "fine details" of instruments to be "heard" and "felt" then the OEM ML will blow an aftermarket system out of the water.
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You're right on the number with the aftermarket stuff - I have a buddy with a 330ZHP that has abt 8k in sound and besides mind blowing base, it sounds like cr@p - I was in awe when I heard the ML in the 350 - just perfect - I'm an old dawg (40), so not too much rap for me. I think I'll wait until the '07's come along, see if I can find a private buyer for the '06, then wheel and deal again...
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I don't have ML and wish I did. The dealer happened to have the exact IS350 I wanted on the lot. Lux, nav, and the color, the only thing it didn't have was the ML, but I didn't want to wait 4+ months for an order to I just bought it right then. I'm waiting for the IS500 before I do a trade in, then i'll be sure to get the ML.
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Originally Posted by Seattle350
I have TP/blk with nav and Sports package, spoiler. I was at the dealer on Saturday - sat in and listened to the ML - I decided I need the ML - the dealer can get the same color combo + ML + PA fairly soon - we haven't spoken figures yet - what sort of bath can I expect? Also, should I wait for an '07? Any difference besides XM/shark fin in '07?
Case in point: when I tried to sell my one-and-a-half year old MINT CONDITION 2003 Acura MDX with 28K miles (which I paid about $43K for brand new in Dec '02), the dealer offered me $29K for it, Carmax offered $30.5K. eventually, I advertised on autotrader and ended up selling it for $36.3K!!!!
....Of course, if you're LOADED and don't want the hassle, then it's a different story.
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