by "Milky" (jordanmielke)
Published 11/12/2017 at 10:14
by "Milky" (jordanmielke)
Published 11/12/2017 at 10:14
Tags: Crossfire
; car shopping
STARS: 1
Drove the car for 5 minutes and got a compliment. But it’s been for sale for almost a month and with no real interest.
Literally got gas and a guy said “oh man I love those cars, don’t sell it’s a future classic”. Had to be like - lol, it’s for sale right now. But at the same time my autotrader listing has gotten 18 views in one week.
Any tips from oppo car buyers/sellers?
I’ll also add it the CHEAPEST one on auto trader.
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"TomServo (Resides on the Satellite of Love)" (mk7silkblue)
11/12/2017 at 10:23, STARS: 1
That’s an incredibly low price.
"TomServo (Resides on the Satellite of Love)" (mk7silkblue)
11/12/2017 at 10:24, STARS: 2
I almost wonder if people think it’s too low.
"E90M3" (e90m3)
11/12/2017 at 10:25, STARS: 5
I had about the same results with selling my 128i, not a single person was interested in it. In the end I sold it to Beepi. You could do what everyone else on Craigslist does and include a bunch of words that don’t relate to you car.
For example:
S40 f250sd RAM 1500 ALTIMA COUPE TAURUS INFINITY FORD MUSTANG CHEVY LEXUS AUDI CADILLAC GMC YUKON TAHOE DENALI FORD CHRYSLER INFINITY DODGE RAM NISSAN TOYOTA HONDA MITSUBISHI CAMRY
2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 328 335 s550 e550 e350 535 m3 m5 call me today for easy as 123 financing in and out within 40 min.
From this ad. I searched “Honda M3" to find it.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/12/2017 at 10:29, STARS: 0
I really hope thats not it. It still runs and drives great, just has some issues and a ton of miles. For a Crossfire.
"Wacko" (wacko--)
11/12/2017 at 10:29, STARS: 3
List it as a Mercedes crossfire
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/12/2017 at 10:33, STARS: 0
I might have to do that. Have a line of other RWD 2 door cars, so at least its relevant.
"E90M3" (e90m3)
11/12/2017 at 10:34, STARS: 3
I mean you could put something in there about it basically being a Mercedes SLK, which is true.
"dogisbadob" (dogisbadob)
11/12/2017 at 10:35, STARS: 2
Post it on CL instead.
"DutchieDC2R" (dutchiedc2r)
11/12/2017 at 10:38, STARS: 1
I can only think of the most common tips, like making your ad stand out with nice pictures, writing a text that stands out and/or like some other people said, adding in search words.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/12/2017 at 10:39, STARS: 0
For sale: Chrysler Crossfire, pretty much a Mercedes.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/12/2017 at 10:40, STARS: 1
I listed it solely there for 2 weeks. But that was at $3k, so I should drop the price on CL too.
"dogisbadob" (dogisbadob)
11/12/2017 at 10:42, STARS: 0
Yes, that would definitely help. For cars under 3k, it’s mostly about what condition the car is in.
If you made the price $2000 you could probably sell it in hours
"Urambo Tauro" (urambotauro)
11/12/2017 at 10:48, STARS: 0
I was annoyed until you suggested the SLK. That actually makes sense. “Looking for an SLK? Take a moment to consider this car.”
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/12/2017 at 10:50, STARS: 2
You’re right, I just hate the idea of being that crossfire guy.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/12/2017 at 10:53, STARS: 1
I know, but thats stupid cheap for the car and I think I’d hate myself for selling it so low.
I sold my un-driveable, crashed SC400 in 1 day at 500 bucks.
"TomServo (Resides on the Satellite of Love)" (mk7silkblue)
11/12/2017 at 10:53, STARS: 1
But it looks great, and to the untrained eye, it looks a little exotic. 2k for that might sound too good to be true to some.
"Racin'Jason001" (racinjason001)
11/12/2017 at 11:04, STARS: 1
Oh, man, if I only had money. I think I would buy it. Yeah, I’m that kinda guy.
"CarsofFortLangley - Oppo Forever" (carsoffortlangley)
11/12/2017 at 11:06, STARS: 0
Raise the price? Some people are afraid of the cheapest.
"Captain of the Enterprise" (justanotherdayinparadise)
11/12/2017 at 11:07, STARS: 0
I’m living downriver an work in Dearborn and can share it with some people. It looks like it’s in great shape and is in a good color but that is a lot of miles. Why are you selling it and is anything wrong with it?
Edit: actually read the post and found what’s wrong with it.
"Captain of the Enterprise" (justanotherdayinparadise)
11/12/2017 at 11:10, STARS: 1
Yeah but if it helps to sell it then it might be worth it.
"E92M3" (E46M3)
11/12/2017 at 11:17, STARS: 0
I think the miles are hurting it, more than being a Crossfire. It’s hard to sell anything (other than a Toyota), with 200k.
Eventually someone will want it, but that person is quite literally 1-in-a-million. Patience is key. Don’t be surprised if it takes 6 months, or even a year.
"ITA97, now with more Jag @ opposite-lock.com" (ita97)
11/12/2017 at 11:33, STARS: 0
In addition to the postings you have up for it, it is a nice looking car in a good color that is pretty much in the “why not” price range. I’d make sure it has a couple of for sale signs on it and park it in visible locations whenever possible. I’ve bought and sold some good sub 10k cars by parking or seeing them with for sale signs in visible places.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/12/2017 at 11:38, STARS: 0
What happened to being fair in this world?
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/12/2017 at 11:44, STARS: 0
Yea its got problems, but thats why I think I posted a good price for it.
Honestly I’m selling it because after 4.5 years and 100k miles the exhaust leak was enough. Just time for something new, I still really like it.
"ranwhenparked" (ranwhenparked)
11/12/2017 at 11:44, STARS: 0
If I knew, mine would have probably sold by now. Although, I have gotten like 14 people call me about it, but nobody will actually come out and look.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/12/2017 at 11:47, STARS: 0
I hope it doesn’t take that long. I know its has problems and a lot of miles, but you could literally make $2k just selling hood/hatch/doors.
I’ve never had to list a car for so long, but you’re right, just have to find the right person.
"Captain of the Enterprise" (justanotherdayinparadise)
11/12/2017 at 11:56, STARS: 0
That’s fair 4.5 is a long time for a car. I think it’s probably a fair price but it seems like it would need to be bought by someone who would be able to fix it or be willing to pay to fix it. Plus it’s more of a niche car than a corolla or a focus so that makes it harder to sell because less people are going to be looking for one or know what it is.
"vondon302" (vondon302)
11/12/2017 at 11:56, STARS: 0
If it wasn’t for the manifold leak I’d be all over it.
"Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo" (thetomselleck)
11/12/2017 at 12:33, STARS: 0
It is a pretty niche vehicle. Selling two-seater cars outside of a Miata or S2000 is not an easy endeavor.
Although I agree with others... That price seems almost too low. Take some new photos and relist if for 3500. See what happens.
"The Crazy Kanuck; RIP Oppositelock" (jukesjukesjukes)
11/12/2017 at 12:33, STARS: 0
This is why I’m dreading selling the Juke. Who would want a high KM, questionable desgin crossover with a manual?
"TheTurbochargedSquirrel" (thatsquirrel)
11/12/2017 at 13:02, STARS: 0
Are there any Crossfire forums you could post it on?
"Wacko" (wacko--)
11/12/2017 at 13:05, STARS: 2
Custom Mercedes SLK320.
"CarsofFortLangley - Oppo Forever" (carsoffortlangley)
11/12/2017 at 15:04, STARS: 1
People don’t trust it. You could post for a higher price and get negotiated down. You sell for a fair price, they feel like a big shot negotiator.
Win win
"E90M3" (e90m3)
11/12/2017 at 15:31, STARS: 0
I mean, it seems like everyone on CL does something of the like. I don’t really appreciate it, but if it gets the job done then it’s hard to argue with. I usually avoid CL when I shop for cars because it seems to be used by people whose intelligence falls on the bottom half of the bell curve.
"E90M3" (e90m3)
11/12/2017 at 15:32, STARS: 0
I understand, but you have to make people look at the ad. Adding something about it being related to the SLK is both true and might attract someone looking for an SLK.
"Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle" (1500sand535)
11/12/2017 at 18:48, STARS: 0
It’d probably sell better with everything fixed for $3500-4000.
"pip bip - choose Corrour" (hhgttg69)
11/13/2017 at 05:38, STARS: 0
set it on fire?
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:29, STARS: 1
Yea I’ll edit both ads tonight. Have to lower the price on my CL post anyways so I’ll add a line of similar cars while I’m at it. Thanks for the advice.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:31, STARS: 1
Hence my current struggle. I know it will sell eventually, just not getting a lot of exposure.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:35, STARS: 0
Eh, one of the downsides of Detroit is that I don’t want to street park my car for too long. Especially if it looks like its not being used daily. I know it probably wouldn’t get stolen, but its something I have to think about.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:37, STARS: 0
Think my photos are that bad? Damn sunset lighting and ipotatoe 5c.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:38, STARS: 0
Same, less calls than you but a lot of texts. Conversation still ends up going no where.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:39, STARS: 0
Lol, yea thats a pretty niche market too.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:40, STARS: 0
Actually yes and I forgot about it. You can get useful info on kinja!
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:40, STARS: 0
I haven’t even looked to see what really is broken in the exhaust and priced it out. I should probably do that.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:41, STARS: 0
Money is cool too tho.
"Milky" (jordanmielke)
11/13/2017 at 09:42, STARS: 1
Winter beater crossfire!? It sounds like a tractor though, don’t blame you.
"TheTurbochargedSquirrel" (thatsquirrel)
11/13/2017 at 10:36, STARS: 1
I think you are really fighting the puplic perception that 2000's Chryslers are garbage so posting it somewhere that people who like Crossfires go should really help.
"ranwhenparked" (ranwhenparked)
11/13/2017 at 11:37, STARS: 0
And the questions are always about things clearly explained in the ad, and people seem to ignore the part about what state I live in and act confused about how to move a car 1000 miles to their house (helpful hint, it drives).
"Flyboy is FAA certified insane" (flyboy396)
11/13/2017 at 12:13, STARS: 0
I’ve regretted selling mine... The most fun FWD car in the world (FiST) is no match for a proper 6-speed rwd sports car.
That being said I’m not sure how many are for sale where you’re at, but popularity is highly dependant on region for these. In Florida there’s at least a dozen for sale near me at any given time. However in PA where I bought mine it was the only one for sale on my local Craigslist.
Good luck with the sale, if it’s still for sale when I get done with school this semester and I can justify a beater Crossfire pending on where I get based for work... I might be able to pick this up. Don’t hold on to it for me Lol