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Understanding Used Vehicle Pricing Methods

Learn how to calculate the average retail price of a used car by considering additional options and deductions such as mileage. Follow examples and practices to better navigate the used-vehicle market.

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Understanding Used Vehicle Pricing Methods

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  1. SECTION 9-3 pp. 320-322 Purchasing a Used Vehicle

  2. Key Words to Know used-vehicle guide (p. 320) Guides published monthly that give the average prices for vehicles that were purchased from dealers during the previous month.

  3. Formula How do I find the average retail price of a used car? Average Retail Value + Additional Options –Options Deductions – Mileage Deduction ____________________ Average Retail Price

  4. Example 1 Jackie Chan would like to purchase a used Elcamino V8 four-door car, which is advertised for $15,450. It has power seats, premium sound system, leather seats, and a power sunroof. It has been driven 51,760 miles.

  5. Example 1 (cont.) The used-vehicle guide indicates that $575 should be subtracted if the mileage is from 45,001 to 52,500 miles. What average price should Chan keep in mind when she makes an offer for the vehicle? (See Figure 9.2 below.)

  6. Figure 9.2

  7. Example 1 Answer Step: Find the average retail price. Average + Additional – Options – Mileage Retail Options Deductions Deductions Value $14,675 + ($125 + 200 + 340 + 450) – $800 – $575 $14,675 + $1,115 – $800 – $575 = $14,415

  8. Practice 1 Minivan. Average retail value is $13,375. Add $500 for left sliding door. Add $175 for power seat. Add $375 for rear air conditioning. Deduct $175 without cruise control. Deduct $125 without tilt wheel. No adjustment for mileage. What is the average price?

  9. Practice 1 Answer $14,125

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