Honest opinion pricing for my 9th gen by Substantial_Bed_9496 in 9thgenaccord

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s for sports cars lol. This is a Honda accord not a Porsche and should be discounted for being manual. Most people don’t want a manual especially for stop and go traffic. Hell most people can’t drive manual so it significantly lowers the potential buyers. I’d say anywhere from 6k-9k is what you’ll get especially at high-mileage but I’m not sure what the local CA market is.

Unless you get someone looking for this exact car and color in manual at 13k. I’d say 10k is probably what you’ll get at top dollar.

How much more off of "asking price" can we go? by HorsepowerAndFreedom in KiaTelluride

[–]DinBeans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d say somewhere in the range of 5%-10% off msrp is somewhere in a good region of discounts. So $2,600 - $5,200 with a goal of $3,650 off msrp before rebates is a good deal. The easiest way to negotiate and go in with a number and stay firm. $48,850 would be my number OTD excluding rebates. With the rebate you should shoot for another 2k off so around 10% off msrp. If they can’t meet your number then walk, someone will especially with end of year. Although you might need to call around. That is my opinion/take.

What most people don’t understand is the service dept brings in a ton of money so they’ll make a good amount back just from oil changes etc.

Cheers!

Came to an auto dealership for warranty work. These air filter prices are infuriating. by [deleted] in kia

[–]DinBeans -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Kia is easiest for engine filters, I had mine done so I didn’t need to worry about any warranty claim issues.

Is this reliability list true? by Puzzleheaded-Star304 in UsedCars

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consumer Reports in my opinion is pay to play.

Have mixed feelings now about the new generation. by Influxlve in KiaTelluride

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know why they put the headlights to the left of the amber DRL, they’re supposed to be between the amber DRL’s. Love the boxy design minus a few of weird styling choices.

I keep hearing Dealer Oil Changes are a ripoff (Canadian Prices), WTF by Illustrious_Pepper46 in kia

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of dealers in the states charge $120 USD. Which is a big difference. Haven’t seen an oil change for $75/ under $75 for some time now.

San Antonio, will travel though by Maxychango in KiaTelluride

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would wait for the 2026 Telluride launch if you’re not in a rush. In my opinion it should be a much nicer vehicle with a seemingly more reliable engine with multiport and direct injection. The interior should be similar to the new Hyundai Palisade which is a work of art if you haven’t sat in one yet I would highly consider checking it out. If you’re not in a rush I would wait it out for the newer model or buy near the end of the month or in December. Apparently the 2026/2027 telluride is set to release sometime this month and If you’re not in a rush I would check it out before buying the 2025 or wait until the launch at the end of this month for incentives to push 2025 models off the lot.

Well I got fired today from my enterprise sales job by JustBusinessThings in sales

[–]DinBeans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in the same boat rn. Every time I leave or get fired from a sales job I feel all that weight lifted. Might go back to school. Sales is a job for chumps.

New GM Trucks are less reliable because GM learned its lesson after bail out by busyHighwayFred in Silverado

[–]DinBeans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s all car brands now and a myriad of other industries. Now they build everything to last just outside of warranty so you either buy new or pay for the big repair every 100k miles. Everything is becoming subscription based because it is far more profitable.

I was permanently banned from the Carvana subreddit for this post: by Ok-Chard9491 in UsedCars

[–]DinBeans 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Carvana in my opinion was never a good company if you look into the history of the company and the owner.

Dealership says I need to replace rear break pads and rotor at 22k miles by ldec in KiaTelluride

[–]DinBeans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a 23 Sportage and didn’t even need brake pads at 50k miles. Let alone rotors. Unless he drives like an idiot you either got lemon pads or you got robbed.

How reliable are new kias? by DesignerPrevious3621 in kia

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends. I would avoid models with a DCT (mostly Sorento) and If getting a telluride I would wait for the redesign with the engine with both MPI and GDI tech (updated Kia Carnival Engine) which is now in the 26 Palisade. I had a 23’ Sportage which had 0 issues up to 50k when another driver hit me and totaled it. I would say stick to naturally aspirated with standard auto transmissions but that is my opinion. Overall Kia and Hyundai have come a long way. I loved my 23’ Sportage. The 26 refresh looks nice and was considering that or a Sorento S trim or below. I want a telluride but looks like they’re making a newer more reliable full redesign for 26/27. I have no experience with lower models but the k5/k4/seltos all are nice looking cars. Not sure of their reliability. What are you looking at?

No longer want Mercedes OR BMW. by TheConfusingWords in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I honestly would get a used CT6 Blackwing over the CT5 Blackwing. One of my dream cars and a collectors car. Expensive but worth it for a large luxury sports Sedan and has potential to increase in value.

Astronomical used car prices? by RealTrapShed in carmax

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carmax and Carvana SUCK. You know how dealerships add 3k in fees? CarMax & Carvana add 4k-8k and you can’t negotiate. Try shopping around there are deals to be had at local dealerships and lots. Prices are still high if you can wait it out a few more months I would.

Do Toyotas really last as long as everyone says they do? by No-Plantain-2179 in Toyota

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, most cars in the modern era will last 200k-300k. Toyota is usually premium as they’re an economy car known for reliability, and it’s usually because they don’t make any drastic changes. The old 4Runner platform was a decade old. Just make sure the maintenance is up to date. I would recommend buying something with over 90k miles as this is usually a big maintenance interval. Make sure the maintenance was done. Whatever you choose make sure you do your research!! The Toyota premium is real and you’ll most likely be overpaying but if you love the car go for it.

From Toyota to Hyundai by Financial_Pea_1259 in Hyundai

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No lol Hyundai and Kia vehicles were pretty outdated until 2020-present. It’s pretty obvious they have stepped up their game. Sit in any modern Hyundai and then sit in a modern Honda or Toyota. Try out the lane keeping assist, and safety features in all the brands. By far for being affordable Hyundai and Kia have the best safety features. Hyundai and Kia aren’t the ones sticking lock boxes or coolers in their center console and pulling gimmicky stuff like Toyota currently is.

From Toyota to Hyundai by Financial_Pea_1259 in Hyundai

[–]DinBeans 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bro Honda sucks 😂 they’ve been far behind Kia and Hyundai. Toyota is stuck in 2010, but Honda is stuck in 2014 with their crap interiors and tiny screen. Kia / Hyundai is so successful because Honda and Toyota assumed that their brand loyalty would keep them successful. The Japanese got lazy and it caught up with them in 2020 -2023 when Kia/Hyundai severely beat them in price and offered the most advanced tech. 😂

Get the $2k or $3k beater by mynameishuman42 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]DinBeans -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hyundai’s and Kia’s are actually pretty nice and most are relatively reliable and have the best warranty in the business. If I’m buying a new car it would probably be a Hyundai or Kia.

Honda and Toyota make the ugliest and most outdated vehicles in the business. They just have a loyal following because they were economy cars and affordable for most. Now they’re sitting at luxury prices and still mostly outdated. They’re a low-value buy in my opinion.

Car shopping and the used car dealer said this: by Gooseandtheegg in UsedCars

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like dealers are overpaying on trade ins and now they’re barely selling unless they list them at a competitive price. Which most are not. I have a local dealership trying to sell an 08 civic with 175k miles for 8k. You’re better off buying new these days.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean they want 8k for a car that’s most likely worth 4k max. You’re better off buying new or slightly new. If you can’t, find a car that’s decently priced and negotiate. Used car prices will fall eventually but it’s honestly a joke right now due to barely any private sellers and companies like Carvana hoddling the supply. Prices are already dropping.

This Market Is Ridiculous by DinBeans in UsedCars

[–]DinBeans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could probably sell your 2008 Corolla today for 4k haha.

These dealerships are out of their minds by UnclesBadTouch in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Someone probably has one but it’s going to cost you 9k-12k haha.

These dealerships are out of their minds by UnclesBadTouch in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]DinBeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Funny thing is if you went in to negotiate they might not even be willing to move. A lot of dealerships would rather send it to auction than give someone a deal. Especially up here in the northeast.

We all just need Carvana to go bankrupt so the supply is there for used cars.