2012 Mazda 3

Information

  • Make, model: 2012 Mazda 3
  • VIN: JM1BL1L87C1662809

Purchase

WHAT TO CONFIRM

  • the car has a clean title
  • we are negotiating on the final sales price. No extras.
  • for lemon law, which mechanic do you use?
  • ok to check codes.

ASKING PRICE: $7799 OPENING BID: $6800

REASONS TO PAY LESS

  • the mileage is higher than advertised. This means the emissions system is no longer under warranty.
  • Car issues:
    • interior wear. It’s not in “like new” condition.
    • open recall on the car.
    • clutch will need to be replaced soon.
  • Market price.
    • KBB says typical dealer listing price is $7379, fair sale price is $7124
    • Comp:

On Monday, call, request CarFax report, ask for a quote, make an appointment.

ABOUT TO CALL Steve @ Sales, GMotors (929)237-3310

  • still have the car?
  • would like to come see it tomorrow. ok? time? A couple of other cars too, but if I like it and we can agree on a price, would buy it.
  • link for vehicle report missing.
  • payment types accepted?
  • flexible on price?
  • Can test-drive?

IF I BUY THE CAR: Tuesday, noonish get on the train.

GOING TO BUY THE CAR: STUFF TO CHECK Is there a lien on the car? Need proof. Need the documents for resale. DOCUMENTS I NEED PRINTED - cell phone bill - bank statement

REGISTER THE CAR WITHIN A MONTH GET A NY DRIVERS LICENSE ESTABLISH NY RESIDENCY

  • SFCU
  • Chase
  • TC
  • Stanford

ADVICE FROM JAN: – Look into how long it takes for clutches to wear out – loog into how long it takes for fan belts to wear out – might be car-specific

CAR INFO VIN JM1BL1L87C1662809

VINCHECK

  • Sales history
    • 2019-12-31 New Jersey Current 79864 mi. JM1BL1L87C1662809
    • 2015-09-14 New Jersey Historical 50620 mi. JM1BL1L87C1662809
    • 2015-08-31 New Jersey Historical 50620 mi. JM1BL1L87C1662809
    • 2012-08-31 New Jersey Historical 63 mi. JM1BL1L87C1662809

2015-08-11 Open Road Auto Group Bridgewate, NJ 08816 Listed for Sale Listing Price: $12,999 Vehicle Mileage: 50,620 miles Vehicle Color: Graphite Mica

2015-08-12 Mazda North America Operations, Mazda Certified Pre Owned Vehicle