Selling Cars

Nissan Murano: What's a good replacement car?
By Graham Smith · 04 Jan 2019

I currently have a 2012 Nissan Murano, which I'm likely to hold for another couple of years, but have started thinking about my next vehicle. I’m looking to downsize to a mid/small SUV, but electric. What are the options now, and where are the car companies headed in the future with this type of vehicle? Do you believe electric will be more mainstream within 2-3 years?

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Ford Ranger 2012: How much is it?
By Graham Smith · 04 Jan 2019

I would like some help on a sale price on my 2012/13 Ford Ranger auto Wildtrak. It has a few mods, including ARB front bull bar, upgraded front and rear suspension, rear view camera for caravan, towbar, Anderson plug, 12-pin tow connection, ARB central locking canopy with two lockable full length slide out storage drawers, 3-inch exhaust system, engine remap, secondary fuel filter, oil catch can, high-flow washable air cleaner, complete new Ford engine at 44,000 km. It has done 94,000 km, and as I am a motor mechanic I service the car every 10,000 km with new fuel and oil filters, transmission fluid change at 60,000 km. The condition is good.

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Seeling a car without a RWC
By Graham Smith · 21 Dec 2018

 I am seeking to sell my BMW. It is driving very well, no problems at all, but the air conditioning is not working. It needs a new compressor, and one window needs a new mechanism. I want to sell it without roadworthy.

How should I go about it and how much can I get for it?

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Mazda6 2008: How much is it worth?
By Graham Smith · 21 Dec 2018

Roughly how much could I sell my 2008 Mazda 6 sedan for? It has almost 260,000 km on the clock, there are some interior scratches, and three tears in the fabric of the back seat.

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Toyota HiAce 1987: What's it worth?
By Graham Smith · 30 Nov 2018

We’ve got to sell our old 1987 Toyota HiAce carpet cleaning van. It’s got a bulbar and good tyres, but lots of rust, the sliding door is dodgy. It was registered, but is probably not roadworthy because of the rust. What do we offer it for?

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Honda Civic 2000: How much is a GLi worth?
By Graham Smith · 16 Nov 2018

What is the price of a 2000 Honda Civic GLi sedan?

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Hyundai i30 2016: How much can I sell it for?
By Graham Smith · 02 Nov 2018

What is a ballpark price for my 2016 Hyundai i30 with full service history, current registration, and would pass a roadworthy. There are two minor scratches on the car.

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Which depreciates less: Hyundai or Mazda?
By Graham Smith · 26 Oct 2018

What make generally has the best trade-in value, Mazda3 or Hyundai i30?

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Subaru Impreza 2006: Any tips for selling used? What price should I ask?
By Graham Smith · 24 Aug 2018

I’ve advertised my 2006 Subaru Impreza for a week without any inquiries. I’m asking $9000 negotiable. Is it too high? It’s only used locally, has done 68,000 km, is always garaged, and is in great condition. Any suggestions to attract a buyer?

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How much is my 2005 Honda Accord worth?
By Graham Smith · 17 Aug 2018

How much is my 2005 Honda Accord worth if the automatic transmission needs a replacement?

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