rjtiminskygtp Posted June 19, 2006 Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 So I am selling my car and I was wondering if you could give me a price you think is reasonable. It's a 1991 Grand Prix GTP with a 5 speed. White, all options except Leather, ABS, and Luggage Rack, 125 000 kms, comes with 2 sets of tires and an aftermarket deck and aftermarket speakers in the rear and dash. New mufflers, new timing belt, well maintained. I am looking for a price in Cdn. Currency. I was thinking of asking around $5000.00. Input is greatly appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy Posted June 19, 2006 Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 I would say $3k tops, and that would only be if you found an enthusiest to buy it. Probably wouldn't be worth more then $1500-2000 the average car buyer around here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjtiminskygtp Posted June 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 Is that Canadian or American Currency? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy Posted June 19, 2006 Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 USD....I don't know the exchange rate off hand, but I do know that they are pretty close, so my numbers wouldn't be too far off... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjtiminskygtp Posted June 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 Yeah, I boguht it 1 year ago for $5000.00, so I was thinking of asking $5500.00 obo and then going as low as $4500.00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigshynepo Posted June 19, 2006 Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 In the normally hot car market near my neck of the woods (Alberta), I can't see this car going for more than 2500-3000. The car is 15 years old now and even though you have done the timing belt, I would imagine there are alot more repairs around the corner for the new owner of this car. Â Unless the car is in SHOW condition, your best place to try and get a high dollar for the car would be in the forums. A local listing probably won't get you 5000 or even 4500. Â (this guy is selling a 1991 Z34 for 5300 but it only has 38000 on it, http://www.w-body.com/forum/index.php/topic,41860.0.html , and it still isn't selling like hotcakes ) Â It musta been some nice Grand Prix to pay $5000 last year for...pics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy Posted June 19, 2006 Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 It musta been some nice Grand Prix to pay $5000 last year for...pics? Â or he could have overpaid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick Posted June 19, 2006 Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 You might sell it locally for more than on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THe_DeTAiL3R Posted June 19, 2006 Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 '91 is old. Â It is "low mileage" for it's age though, so that is a good thing for you. Â If the paint is VERY good, VERY LITTLE rust, and the interior is all intact and clean... you might be able to get like $4500 e-tested/certified. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1990lumina Posted June 19, 2006 Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 Some crackhead was trying to sell a 1991 LeBaron in the paper for $10,000 lol..IIRC it had like 200,000km on it too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z34-5speed Posted June 19, 2006 Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 Put up some pics so we can see what kind of condition it is in. Â Kyle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjtiminskygtp Posted June 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 Here is a pic, the paint is near perfect, not a spot of rust...this'll eb the pic I use for the papers i use to sell it  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjtiminskygtp Posted June 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2006 It'll pass the inspectionw ith flying colors, the only probelm in the interior is the side of the drivers seat got broken while driving drunken friends home from a aprty...but it's still fine, all the adjustments work and it still has the stock Tape player that'll come with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigshynepo Posted June 20, 2006 Report Share Posted June 20, 2006 Well, it is very nice on the outside, "lower miles" and if the ONLY problem is the drivers seat, 4000 seems reasonable. I guess it depends what car market is hot in your area. Â I really doubt you will sell it for equal or more than you paid. $5k seems exceedingly high. I always check the previous posts in the "Auction Watch" and "For Sale/Wanted" forums as well as the Canadatrader.ca and of course ebay to keep an eye on pricing although this may not be the most accurate way to gauge value. Â Good luck on your sale, remember to post it on here first Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy Posted June 20, 2006 Report Share Posted June 20, 2006 It'll pass the inspectionw ith flying colors, the only probelm in the interior is the side of the drivers seat got broken while driving drunken friends home from a aprty...but it's still fine, all the adjustments work and it still has the stock Tape player that'll come with it  FWIW: claiming that something will pass and actually having something pass inspections/certifications are two completely different things Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjtiminskygtp Posted June 20, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2006 I'm not claiming it will pass, I am guaranteeing it will pass :biggrin:haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THe_DeTAiL3R Posted June 20, 2006 Report Share Posted June 20, 2006 FWIW a 1996 GP SE 2-door w/125k (1996 is as low as the black book goes) High: $3,430.00 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiirt Posted June 20, 2006 Report Share Posted June 20, 2006 Low:$2137 Average:$2937 High: $3512  Numbers quoted from NADA based on a '91 with that many km's  Also remember:  High Retail Value A high retail vehicle should be in flawless condition. All power equipment should be functional. The paint should match and have a high gloss finish. The carpet and seat upholstery should be clean and have minimal wear. The engine should start quickly and run smoothly. The tires should be like new with a spare and jack. The mileage should be significantly below the acceptable mileage range for the model year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjtiminskygtp Posted June 20, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2006 These quotes...be they American or Canadian Currency? With the exception of the broken seat, my car fits the High Retail Value... I even have 2 sets of tires, one Brand New and One Just a bit worn, but still get 1 - 3 summers out of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiirt Posted June 20, 2006 Report Share Posted June 20, 2006 Those are USD, however the exchange is not much more. 2100 USD = 2347 CAD. So give or take $200. Â With the exception of the broken seat, "A high retail vehicle should be in flawless condition" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjtiminskygtp Posted June 21, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2006 Yeah, Well, So according to that than $3000-3512. I'll see what I can do. I have however decided upon my next car, yeah I know, kind of putting the horse ahead of the cart but...anyways, I am thinking a Grand Prix GT, a 98-2001. I would go for another GTP but I cannot afford Premium...it'll be the death of me. So I am happy to say, I will remain a W-Body owner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjtiminskygtp Posted June 21, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2006 Oh and it comes with the Original Owners Manual, A 6 CD Changer, and uhh...I think that's about it... haha, anything else you can think of that I could mention to help draw more money? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiiirt Posted June 21, 2006 Report Share Posted June 21, 2006 If you have a complete paper trail history (Receipts and invoices for work done). That proves your claims to the parts replaced as well making the car more desireable as the new owner knows the life history. I personally have a file folder with about 5 different slots, 1st slot has the Window sticker and anything that came with the car brand new. 2nd slot has all the previous owners paper trail. 3 has all of my work done to it. 4 has all my warantees on rebuilt parts etc, and the 5th has pictures and misc stuff ive collected on the car. Â Making sure the car is in showroom condition, as far as exterior paint - claybar, waxing etc, interior - all the dirty creavasses in heater vents , behind the buttons etc. Showing the seller you care for and have properly maintained it are the best bet when trying to negotiate the price you want. Â Â Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigshynepo Posted June 21, 2006 Report Share Posted June 21, 2006 Listen to this little authority on selling cars here Well put skiiirt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjtiminskygtp Posted June 21, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2006 Yeah no kidding...skiiirt you're a machine. I just have my paper trail which includes Timing Belt, new signal switch, Mufflers, and other misc things, and then the Owners manual and th emanual for the CD Changer...I'm the third owner so I imagine all the other paper, like everything else, got lost in the sands of time *gazes to the sky* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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