New Job, Looking for a New Car - Which would should i buy?
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It depends on what car you are taking off the lot. Certain cars have high demand (Honda), that the value does not drop that much. Take a look at autotrader and the prices some dealers are selling the car. Some of the cars are selling close to the retail of a new car. If you walk off the lot with a new Chrysler car, you will take a beating.
The first thing you have to get when buying a 2 yr+ used car is tires, most people don't factor that into the price. I had to drop money on tires the first two used cars I bought. You will also get a shorter warranty period on a used car versus a new car. To get a comparable time period, it will cost serious money, so factor what type of warranty you want to cover your car. I had my power window and seat go out on a used Dodge car.
If I was you, I would get a relatively cheap new car like the Honda Civic, don't drop $30,000 on a car just starting out on the job unless you got the money.
The first thing you have to get when buying a 2 yr+ used car is tires, most people don't factor that into the price. I had to drop money on tires the first two used cars I bought. You will also get a shorter warranty period on a used car versus a new car. To get a comparable time period, it will cost serious money, so factor what type of warranty you want to cover your car. I had my power window and seat go out on a used Dodge car.
If I was you, I would get a relatively cheap new car like the Honda Civic, don't drop $30,000 on a car just starting out on the job unless you got the money.
Audi is the luxury car that nobody knows of the 3 german brands
don't sleep - very sophisticated - and out works and out performs the BMW flagship - everyone has a Beemer or a Benz - dont go that route
thats the A8. the A6 is cool to
yeah the economy is kinda fucked up thats why i wont think of getting anything that might break my pockets until i see how the money is rolling. THATS WHY I SAY NO SOONER THAN 6MOS FOR SOMETHING NEW. Something used maybe in 90 days... and if i go used im talkin under 15,000. i dont trust some used cars, never know how they were driven... maybe even under 12k if i can find something thats aiight ... i did find a few bmws for around 11k that dont look too old, and a few benz's that werent to old either.. Im in Newport news and i work in Williamsburg so i gotta have something nice.
Yeah them audis are sick, but out of my spending budget.. The most im trying to drop on a car is 30k-35k max, I would rather spend the money on a house or condo. But that C350 or caddy CTS are the most im trying to spend. 40k is too much to drop on a car right now, when im making over 110k a year then maybe...
If ya need a vacation holla at me.
If ya need a vacation holla at me.
He does have a point, becuase people are trying to get fuck out of timeshares as it is these days. My girl's got one and damn if she can't sell that shit off to get rid of her debt to them.
man, like a lot of folks saying, trying to get a new car right now or in six months is not the smartest move. 
i know you probably amped with the new job and dreaming about the possibilities the future holds, but 'sales' related gigs. especially stuff related to disposable income (vacations, etc.) is gonna be real shaky the next year and some change.
even if you are doin' well in six month. save that chedda for looming tsunami.
and if you're still pressed for some new wheels. lease. no need tying up too much of your money during these times.
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i know you probably amped with the new job and dreaming about the possibilities the future holds, but 'sales' related gigs. especially stuff related to disposable income (vacations, etc.) is gonna be real shaky the next year and some change.
even if you are doin' well in six month. save that chedda for looming tsunami.
and if you're still pressed for some new wheels. lease. no need tying up too much of your money during these times.
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Yeah the economy is jacked up right now but its gonna pick back up even without the tax rebates.. The real reason why the economy is so jacked is the Gas Prices bottom line.. We are a country that thrives off of oil and greed, and when we stop letting the oil tycoons like exxon, shell etc, stop the damn price gouging since we only get about 15 percent of our oil from mid east, why should gas have tripled in 11 years.. when i first moved here from NY a gallon of gas was only 1 buck, now its at 2.85 or higher.
But the economy will turn around, if people stop talking about recession and scaring people into believing that the economy is never gonna change. If it was so messed up people wouldnt be buying cars, houses, christmas gifts or anything at all. And bottom line is everything has its up and downs. So when you work hard for your money you have to have sometime to kick back, thats why Vegas is still one of the top places for adults to escape(even tho they piss money away at the casinos each day instead od enjoying a real vacation )..
But back to my orig topic, yeah if i can find a used luxury car priced right i would get one, then buy a house, then buy the car I really want.
But the economy will turn around, if people stop talking about recession and scaring people into believing that the economy is never gonna change. If it was so messed up people wouldnt be buying cars, houses, christmas gifts or anything at all. And bottom line is everything has its up and downs. So when you work hard for your money you have to have sometime to kick back, thats why Vegas is still one of the top places for adults to escape(even tho they piss money away at the casinos each day instead od enjoying a real vacation )..
But back to my orig topic, yeah if i can find a used luxury car priced right i would get one, then buy a house, then buy the car I really want.
Oh yeah, im working in a department that handles upgrades and its working with people who already own and love there timeshares, we only offer to upgrade them and explain all the benefits to them... 4 out of 5 do the upgrades so Im knowing i will be successful at it.
Get Newly Used... Worry bout steppin the GAME up later...
Young brother never buy a new car until you make your first million.
Worst investment in the world.
Nothing sadder/funnier than an aartment building with a lot full of new cars.
Meanwhile I drive my old ass great running Audi back to my 5 bedroom spread in the burbs.
Save your money, buy something that will make you money, not cost you money.
Worst investment in the world.
Nothing sadder/funnier than an aartment building with a lot full of new cars.
Meanwhile I drive my old ass great running Audi back to my 5 bedroom spread in the burbs.
Save your money, buy something that will make you money, not cost you money.
Two of my favorites
High end
Mid Range
This ones Japanese import only though not sure how much the go for in the US but there around $24,000 in japan but import costs may push it to $35-$45,000. I Like the exclusivity of import only so I'm gonna cop this one next.
High end
Mid Range
This ones Japanese import only though not sure how much the go for in the US but there around $24,000 in japan but import costs may push it to $35-$45,000. I Like the exclusivity of import only so I'm gonna cop this one next.
sellin timeshares? ok chief its hilarious you think your going to be flossin and buying a benz in 6 months, ya maybe 2-3 people are making good money from referrals an such, but you just starting out , c'mon dude..you'll be rockin an 02' geo metro in 6 months
I'd go with the acura TL very low maintenance and a great overall package....i'd also recommend the infinit G35 sedan
Acura TL
Yeah if i go used the acura TL is in the lead, then maybe a BMW 3 or 5 series. And ive been seeing plenty of the mercedes ML suvs dirt cheap, a few acura mdx's also..
Used cars just spell headaches for me.
and to white lurker, if its possible to close a sale and make at a minimum of 1g, with 3 presentations per day, 5 days per week, and if i close 1 third of them which is 5 per week thats at least 5k per week = 20k per month plus a bonus at the end of month=30k...
now being that im just starting out i might close 2 or 3 per week which is at least 8k per month plus bonus= approx 12k per month.. do the math holmes.. and im a beast in sales top 5 producer at my last job every month for 3yrs with 25 other salespeople... Plus the MAN upstairs has my back, and is leading my way.
Used cars just spell headaches for me.
and to white lurker, if its possible to close a sale and make at a minimum of 1g, with 3 presentations per day, 5 days per week, and if i close 1 third of them which is 5 per week thats at least 5k per week = 20k per month plus a bonus at the end of month=30k...
now being that im just starting out i might close 2 or 3 per week which is at least 8k per month plus bonus= approx 12k per month.. do the math holmes.. and im a beast in sales top 5 producer at my last job every month for 3yrs with 25 other salespeople... Plus the MAN upstairs has my back, and is leading my way.
The following are the features that come standard with this style of 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Standard Features: All Standard Features
Transmission
7-Speed Electronically Controlled Adaptive, Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive
Touch Shift Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission
Adaptive Automatic Transmission
Steering
Telescoping Steering Column
Power Vehicle Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Tilt Steering Column
Suspension
Independent Multi-Link Front Suspension With Anti-Dive Geometry, Coil Springs, Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
Audio and Navigation Pre-Wiring
Battery
Front Power Outlet
Braking & Traction
Hill Start Control
Traction Control Controlled By ABS and Engine Management
Electronic Stability Program (ESP(R)) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via Engine Power Reduction, Traction Control and ABS Measures Steering Wheel Angle/Direction, Yaw Rate, Wheel Speed and Lateral Acceleration
Brake Assist Electronic Brake Assistance
Front Power 322-mm X 32-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 300-mm X 22-mm Ventilated Disc Brakes
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Safety
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor Activated By Weight
Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Front and Rear Crumple Zones
Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
Front and Rear Pretensioners With Force Limiters
Side Guard Door Beams
Trunk Anti-Trap Device
Anti-Theft & Locks
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Engine Immobilizer
Locking Fuel Filler Door
Valet Lockout
Programmable Power Door Locks With Automatic Locking
Selective Locking/Unlocking Via Remote
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
Panic Alarm
3-Function HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener
Remote Trunk Release Located On Multi-Function Remote
Remote Fuel Door Release
Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Smartkey Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock, Exterior Lights, Fuel Door, Illuminated Entry, Panic Alarm, Power Windows, Sunroof and Trunk
Seats
Driver Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Dual Manual Lumbar Support
MB TEX Vinyl Seats **** VINYL!!!!!!! *****
Front Dual Reclining Heated Sport Bucket Seats With 3-Settings, Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests
Rear Bench Seat With Manually Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Armrest
Storage
Cargo Area Tiedowns
Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
Temperature Controlled Storage Cools Glovebox
2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total
Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
Lockable Glovebox
Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
Instrumentation
Cruise Control
Oil Gauge
Centralized Control Instrumentation For Audio and Phone
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Instrumentation Display and Phone
Tire Pressure Monitor
Trip Computer With Average Fuel Consumption, Average Speed, Miles To Empty, Stop Watch and Trip Odometer
Maintenance Interval Indicator
Digital Clock
8000-RPM Tachometer
Interior Lighting
Illuminated Entry
Exterior Lighting
Automatic Headlights With Automatic On and Dusk Sensor
Programmable Daytime Running Lights
Night Security Illumination Perimeter Lighting
Projector Beam Halogen Headlights
2 Front Halogen Foglights, 1 Rear Foglight
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Radio Antenna
Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
AM/FM Radio With 100-Watts and 8-Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player; Sirius(R) Satellite Radio (6-Month Subscription Included; Unavailable In Alaska or Hawaii)
Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top
Power Tilt and Slide Sunroof
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Automatic Climate Control With Sun Sensor
Rear HVAC Ducts
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
Interior Dust and Pollen Air Filter
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Black Birdseye Maple Genuine Wood Located On Doors, Instrument Panel and Center Floor Console
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk
Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
Front Carpeted Floor Mats
Alloy Located On Foot Pedals
Leather Steering Wheel
Wheels & Tires
Front SBRP225/45HR17 and Rear SBRP245/40HR17, All-Season Performance Tires
AMG Alloy Wheels, Front 17-In. X 7.5-In. and Rear 17-In. X 8.5-In.
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Dual Power Folding Power Adjustable Heated Signaling Exterior Rearview Mirrors With Driver Side Electrochromic
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
Sunshade Located On Sunroof
Power Window Lockout/Override
Rear Window Defroster
Front Dual Sunvisors
Rain Sensing Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Power Windows With One-Touch Up and One-Touch Down
Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
Front and Rear Color-Keyed Bumpers
AMG Front Air Dam
AMG Side Skirts
AMG Rear Air Dam
Nano-Particle Scratch Resistant Paint
Chrome Located On Exhaust Pipes
AMG Rear Spoiler
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1600 bucks for premium leather seats.
i cant believe it has vinyl seats... just like the C230 hatchback came with Itch(fabric seatz) on its standard models...But this is still a good value.
Standard Features: All Standard Features
Transmission
7-Speed Electronically Controlled Adaptive, Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive
Touch Shift Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission
Adaptive Automatic Transmission
Steering
Telescoping Steering Column
Power Vehicle Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Tilt Steering Column
Suspension
Independent Multi-Link Front Suspension With Anti-Dive Geometry, Coil Springs, Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
Audio and Navigation Pre-Wiring
Battery
Front Power Outlet
Braking & Traction
Hill Start Control
Traction Control Controlled By ABS and Engine Management
Electronic Stability Program (ESP(R)) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via Engine Power Reduction, Traction Control and ABS Measures Steering Wheel Angle/Direction, Yaw Rate, Wheel Speed and Lateral Acceleration
Brake Assist Electronic Brake Assistance
Front Power 322-mm X 32-mm Ventilated Disc and Rear Power 300-mm X 22-mm Ventilated Disc Brakes
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Safety
Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor Activated By Weight
Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
Front and Rear Crumple Zones
Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
Front and Rear Pretensioners With Force Limiters
Side Guard Door Beams
Trunk Anti-Trap Device
Anti-Theft & Locks
Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Engine Immobilizer
Locking Fuel Filler Door
Valet Lockout
Programmable Power Door Locks With Automatic Locking
Selective Locking/Unlocking Via Remote
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
Panic Alarm
3-Function HomeLink(R) Universal Garage Door Opener
Remote Trunk Release Located On Multi-Function Remote
Remote Fuel Door Release
Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Smartkey Multi-Function Remote Operates Anti-Theft, Door Lock/Unlock, Exterior Lights, Fuel Door, Illuminated Entry, Panic Alarm, Power Windows, Sunroof and Trunk
Seats
Driver Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Passenger Power Seat Adjusts 8 Ways Total
Front Dual Manual Lumbar Support
MB TEX Vinyl Seats **** VINYL!!!!!!! *****
Front Dual Reclining Heated Sport Bucket Seats With 3-Settings, Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests
Rear Bench Seat With Manually Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Armrest
Storage
Cargo Area Tiedowns
Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
Temperature Controlled Storage Cools Glovebox
2 Front and 2 Rear; 4 Cupholders Total
Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
Lockable Glovebox
Covered Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
Instrumentation
Cruise Control
Oil Gauge
Centralized Control Instrumentation For Audio and Phone
Exterior Temperature Gauge
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls For Audio, Instrumentation Display and Phone
Tire Pressure Monitor
Trip Computer With Average Fuel Consumption, Average Speed, Miles To Empty, Stop Watch and Trip Odometer
Maintenance Interval Indicator
Digital Clock
8000-RPM Tachometer
Interior Lighting
Illuminated Entry
Exterior Lighting
Automatic Headlights With Automatic On and Dusk Sensor
Programmable Daytime Running Lights
Night Security Illumination Perimeter Lighting
Projector Beam Halogen Headlights
2 Front Halogen Foglights, 1 Rear Foglight
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
Radio Antenna
Wireless Communication Access For Bluetooth(R) Enabled Devices
Auxiliary Audio Input Jack
AM/FM Radio With 100-Watts and 8-Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player; Sirius(R) Satellite Radio (6-Month Subscription Included; Unavailable In Alaska or Hawaii)
Sunroof/Moonroof & Removable/Convertible Top
Power Tilt and Slide Sunroof
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Automatic Climate Control With Sun Sensor
Rear HVAC Ducts
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls
Interior Dust and Pollen Air Filter
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
Black Birdseye Maple Genuine Wood Located On Doors, Instrument Panel and Center Floor Console
Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk
Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
Front Carpeted Floor Mats
Alloy Located On Foot Pedals
Leather Steering Wheel
Wheels & Tires
Front SBRP225/45HR17 and Rear SBRP245/40HR17, All-Season Performance Tires
AMG Alloy Wheels, Front 17-In. X 7.5-In. and Rear 17-In. X 8.5-In.
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Dual Power Folding Power Adjustable Heated Signaling Exterior Rearview Mirrors With Driver Side Electrochromic
Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
Sunshade Located On Sunroof
Power Window Lockout/Override
Rear Window Defroster
Front Dual Sunvisors
Rain Sensing Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Power Windows With One-Touch Up and One-Touch Down
Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
Front and Rear Color-Keyed Bumpers
AMG Front Air Dam
AMG Side Skirts
AMG Rear Air Dam
Nano-Particle Scratch Resistant Paint
Chrome Located On Exhaust Pipes
AMG Rear Spoiler
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1600 bucks for premium leather seats.
i cant believe it has vinyl seats... just like the C230 hatchback came with Itch(fabric seatz) on its standard models...But this is still a good value.
It sounds like this guy is banking money. Just don't buy a new car with $500 in the bank, you are asking for trouble.
I never heard of selling Timeshares (House sharing with unknown people), it sounds real shady. Do you offer people a free vacation just for showing up?
I never heard of selling Timeshares (House sharing with unknown people), it sounds real shady. Do you offer people a free vacation just for showing up?
Listen to them... like i said earlier.. great buy... I dont regret it one bit...
Nah bruh its not shady, its something that is geared for people that travel alot or have a family and actually goes on vacation at least once per year... If you only like to vacation once every 2 years then its not for you... plus there are other benefits of being a timeshare owner...It sounds like this guy is banking money. Just don't buy a new car with $500 in the bank, you are asking for trouble.
I never heard of selling Timeshares (House sharing with unknown people), it sounds real shady. Do you offer people a free vacation just for showing up?
back to my post, yeah im looking for a used TL for now, then save up for the new TL or C350 or CTS.
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