Used car prices

Yellow_Festiva · 02-11-2020, 11:31 PM

Another thing was mentioned on the radio today.

The Takata recall could be also causing this. Apparently there are several models that are being bought back as it is cheaper than replacing the airbag.

Toyota Starlet was one of them - only 5 cars for sale in the whole country.

And a Mitsubishi 4x4 - can't remember which one. Guy on the radio said he bought it for $3.5k before the recall only to be offered double in the buy back.

There are less than 130k card for sale now on carsales.com.au

Wasn't that long ago where I think the number was 100k more?

Citroënbender · 15-12-2020, 09:22 AM

Definitely a softening in ute prices. AU3 cab/chassis (Tickford VCT transplant with auto) up the road, asking $500. It’s a right mutt, but would have been pegged at $12-1500 three months ago.

Sabantien · 16-12-2020, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Yellow_Festiva

And a Mitsubishi 4x4 - can't remember which one. Guy on the radio said he bought it for $3.5k before the recall only to be offered double in the buy back.

I had a look, NL Pajero. I'm considering a second hand Pajero, so good to know which ones to avoid. There's a couple in dealerships still listed on carsales. I'm guessing they weren't offered as much as old mate on the radio and are hoping to screw over a buyer.