car for $500. is that too much, or not enough?

Question

1989 oldsmobile cutlass supreme. BLACK !!!, coupe, red burgundy interior. paint on the hood is starting to peel, but its not a big prob. has 6 inch dent in right front quarter panel. needs a torque converter (i probably replace though). car is fun to drive and has plenty of power out of its 3.1 liter "multi-port"v6 pushrod engine. enought to break the wheels from a stoplight. my brother pulled the rear view mirror off the glass, but i could glue it back with cement glue or sumthin. headliner fell off. new tires. auto, 152 K miles. runs fine. small scratches on trunk.

Answer 1

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Excellent
$875

Good
$725

Fair
$450
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Mileage: 152,000
Engine: 6 Cylinder Gas
Transmission: Automatic
Drivetrain: FWD

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Air Conditioning Power Steering AM/FM Stereo

Blue Book Private Party Value
Private Party Value is what a buyer can expect to pay when buying a used car from a private party. The Private Party Value assumes the vehicle is sold "As Is" and carries no warranty (other than the continuing factory warranty). The final sale price may vary depending on the vehicle's actual condition and local market conditions. This value may also be used to derive Fair Market Value for insurance and vehicle donation purposes.
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$875

"Excellent" condition means that the vehicle looks new, is in excellent mechanical condition and needs no reconditioning. This vehicle has never had any paint or body work and is free of rust. The vehicle has a clean title history and will pass a smog and safety inspection. The engine compartment is clean, with no fluid leaks and is free of any wear or visible defects. The vehicle also has complete and verifiable service records. Less than 5% of all used vehicles fall into this category.
Good
$725

"Good" condition means that the vehicle is free of any major defects. This vehicle has a clean title history, the paint, body and interior have only minor (if any) blemishes, and there are no major mechanical problems. There should be little or no rust on this vehicle. The tires match and have substantial tread wear left. A "good" vehicle will need some reconditioning to be sold at retail. Most consumer owned vehicles fall into this category.
Fair
$450

"Fair" condition means that the vehicle has some mechanical or cosmetic defects and needs servicing but is still in reasonable running condition. This vehicle has a clean title history, the paint, body and/or interior need work performed by a professional. The tires may need to be replaced. There may be some repairable rust damage.
Poor
N/A

"Poor" condition means that the vehicle has severe mechanical and/or cosmetic defects and is in poor running condition. The vehicle may have problems that cannot be readily fixed such as a damaged frame or a rusted-through body. A vehicle with a branded title (salvage, flood, etc.) or unsubstantiated mileage is considered "poor." A vehicle in poor condition may require an independent appraisal to determine its value. Kelley Blue Book does not attempt to report a value on a "poor" vehicle because the value of cars in this category varies greatly.
* New Jersey 10/24/2006

Answer 2

That is consistent with what you're watching for. I were to a few them and the query is what number of persons will wish the identical vehicle that you simply wish . Now, here's a massive tip, If you've a hazard too view the automobiles like an afternoon earlier than the public sale or simply earlier than the public sale, take a pen and paper with you after which should you see a few automobiles you favor then wright the public sale quantity and information down off the windshield for every vehicle you wish to bid on. so they can aid you out plenty,however you'll be able to nonetheless watch the opposite automobiles to ,they won't move as prime as you suppose they'll. OH, It is consistent with what number of used vehicle buyers indicates to. If you get to view them forward of time you'll be able to preserve a eye out to look what automobiles the others are excited by. If I used to be you I suppose I might attempt to get a bit of more cash up too take with you. the extra automobiles they have got there, the extra probabilities you'll get one. I desire I used to be a few aid......... b.Jerry30

Answer 3

i thinks it good for the price but u have to be very careful.You may pay more money on fixing the car than you paid actually for the car.The most important thing is that you like the car and you get where you need to go without any danger.

Answer 4

Good deal for someone.

I bought a car for $500 on ebay once..... turned out to be crap though.

Answer 5

Most of what you said is "MINOR", List for $800.00, and then you have a way to work down to get the $500.00 that you would like to get.

Answer 6

It sounds decent for the price. 500 doesn't buy much these days.