Will be selling
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Check your local postings on cargurus/auto trader and perhaps take it to Carmax/get an online quote from Carvana. I'd also plug into KBB and just get a sense of the min and max.
I see you're in NC - I've seen a few posted for more than new ones MSRP was a few months ago. Not sure if that is still the case.
Are you replacing the GX with another vehicle?
I see you're in NC - I've seen a few posted for more than new ones MSRP was a few months ago. Not sure if that is still the case.
Are you replacing the GX with another vehicle?
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Most likely the LX 600 will be the replacement. Love the Lexus brand. Yes to NC. Were the ones you saw posted individuals or dealers?
I agree with the advice to get a Carmax quote. Trading it for the LX might also get you the dollars you want. Even if less than a private sale or Carmax, maybe the sales tax offset will make the difference and less hassle too. One thing is for certain; your dealer will be able to resell for MSRP or better, so don't settle for a lowball.
The offer I got from CarMax was within $500 of the dealership.
The dealership claimed they wouldn’t offer over MSRP because they sell new GXs at MSRP. But the dealership sends them to auction because they sell for more than MSRP at auction. They get marked up even more from there. I’m pretty sure that’s why sites like KBB still don’t show any trade-in values.
Even with the strong resale market, nobody was really willing to negotiate on the trade-in value. Please share how your experience goes… I’m hoping you get a solid offer
The dealership claimed they wouldn’t offer over MSRP because they sell new GXs at MSRP. But the dealership sends them to auction because they sell for more than MSRP at auction. They get marked up even more from there. I’m pretty sure that’s why sites like KBB still don’t show any trade-in values.
Even with the strong resale market, nobody was really willing to negotiate on the trade-in value. Please share how your experience goes… I’m hoping you get a solid offer
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Will keep you posted.
Why selling?
Your dealer may actually give you a sweet trade-in deal. I'd explore that first, if for no other reason than the convenience. Too many scammers out there if you try a private sale. And I've had two very good experiences with CarMax also.
I might be selling mine as well. TBD. We're not "bonding". I hate the way it handles, TBH - lots of body roll/bobble and the heavy weight gives it a ton of understeer. And the electronics gremlins are really annoying (ML sound system sucks, CarPlay implementation sucks, most of the driver aids are too intrusive). Add to that the real world fuel economy and small gas tank, and it just might not fit my lifestyle.
It doubly sucks because I've invested over $5K in upgrades (wheels, tires, various lighting enhancements, and storage system in the third row).
In retrospect I probably should have spent a bit more and gone for something like a Cayenne or an SQ7.
I hate taking the hit for the upgrades I've done, but if the truck and I don't start liking each other, it's best to end the relationship before we hate each other.
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I'm thinking along your lines as well. At least I will cease all further upgrades and put that money towards a Rossmonster van or Baja Plus. In the meantime I will enjoy the truck until closer to warranty expiration then make some changes.
I ordered OT+ at MSRP; it was supposed to be delivered on July 8, but after reading more about the truck and catching up on the vibrations, electronic problems, and the lack of spare parts, I decided to hold off.
Will check out GX again in a couple of years.
Will check out GX again in a couple of years.
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