Want to buy an R8 but need to Sell my 2005 Lotus Elise only 3,400 miles - $31,900

[jeffgrice]

Greetings,

I have been researching r8s here and have been seriously looking at several r8s. But my Lotus needs to move first. I have lots of interest but too many people want to pay "wholesale". Can blame them wanting a good deal...but it is not good for me!

If you know of any one who has been looking for or would be interested in a Lotus Elise, this is a pristine car:

2005 Lotus Elise - CONSIDERING OFFERS OVER $30k.

VIN: SCCPC11195HL34781
Never tracked or raced. Sunday cruising car. Never seen rain or snow.

Pictures of the Lotus can be found here: http://s585.photobucket.com/albums/s...cpZZ1QQtppZZ32

The early shots were when the car was delivered. The shots at the Ford Estate were most recent.

2005 Lotus Elise, shows as new, no disappointments!!!
3,400 miles
Second owner; first owner bought the car, drove it him and due to a back injury couldn't drive the car. I bought it with 800 miles.
Silver metallic, perfect condition. No scratches or chips
Optional Blue Leather Interior. No wear.
3m film on front, rocker panels and in front of rear wheels. No damage from stones/rocks
Power Windows and Door locks
Remote security with two key fobs
Blaupunk CD player
Convertible Top
Hard Top (color match) with case.
Convenience pack option
Touring pack option
Factory wheels and sport tires(no curb rash)
New Battery
Tuned by Charlie X
Custom Tuned Exhaust
Painted engine cover
Car Cover
Factory brochure, owners manuals, 2 factory key fobs and keys
Factory Service Manuals included

Please call or email with questions. 586.489.5990 jjgrice55 at gmail dot com

I can do a skype video walkaround for you!!!

Thanks!

Jeff

[zondar]

I recently sold a Lotus Elise, and so perhaps I know a little about the market.

In my opinion, you are asking too much. You probably won't get offers near that. I would ask no more than 30k (e.g., $29,900) and, if you are fortunate, expect to sell it for 27-28k. Even then, you should probably expect it to be on the market for some time. To move it more quickly, you should probably price it lower (e.g., 27-28k) and be looking for 27k or less.

Good luck.

[jeffgrice]

I recently sold a Lotus Elise, and so perhaps I know a little about the market.

In my opinion, you are asking too much. You probably won't get offers near that. I would ask no more than 30k (e.g., $29,900) and, if you are fortunate, expect to sell it for 27-28k. Even then, you should probably expect it to be on the market for some time. To move it more quickly, you should probably price it lower (e.g., 27-28k) and be looking for 27k or less.

Good luck.

Thanks for the good input.

Here's my research. I have talked with many dealers who have advised me to expect $31 at retail as a resonable price. Several dealers are giving me $28.5-29.5 site unseen. You are right, it will take the right person...and a person who appreciates the value of this car...its basically new.

Best,

Jeff

[zondar]

A car is only worth what someone will pay for it, and as you have been finding, they ain't paying $32k.

[zondar]

Um, and I see you are "considering offers over 30k" over on Lotus Talk as of a few weeks ago (with no responses), but want 32k here?

I guess we must look like suckers. Well, best of luck.

[jeffgrice]

Whats with the attitude? No one is a sucker. I simple copied an ad. Sorry. I am getting a lot of responses from other sources.

CONSIDERING OFFERS OVER $30k. So now the same as lotus talk. Posting corrected.

With exotic cars prices do very. I am seeing $15k spread on the simliar r8s.



I am patient.

Thanks for the input.

Jeff

[jeffgrice]

The Lotus just sold for asking. Thanks!!! Jeff