Would you do it?????
Originally Posted by turbotool
I have btu the VIIIs look better in my opinion. If i could have the power of the 9 with the looks of the 8 I would be set.
The IX's looks don't bug me, I just prefer the VIII's. I also work at a dealership, so I know how these things usually go.
The IX's looks don't bug me, I just prefer the VIII's. I also work at a dealership, so I know how these things usually go.
You state that you like the looks of the 8 over the 9, implying (in this scenario) that you'd rather get the 8 at this price, vs. a new 9. But, you then deny looks having anything to do with it.
Then you state that you work at a dealership and know how these things usually go...and yet are asking us if it's a good deal? And furthermore, when we tell you that it's not (in our opinions), you don't necessarily seem to agree or disagree yet.
Don't read too much into what I'm saying...I'm not trying to get on your case here nor am I being sarcastic. Just curious what the deal is. I mean, afterall, it is your money and your car. We just want to give you the best feedback/input we can. From there, it's all on you.
Originally Posted by SilverIX
Ok..I must admit..I'm a bit confused.
You state that you like the looks of the 8 over the 9, implying (in this scenario) that you'd rather get the 8 at this price, vs. a new 9. But, you then deny looks having anything to do with it.
Then you state that you work at a dealership and know how these things usually go...and yet are asking us if it's a good deal? And furthermore, when we tell you that it's not (in our opinions), you don't necessarily seem to agree or disagree yet.
Don't read too much into what I'm saying...I'm not trying to get on your case here nor am I being sarcastic. Just curious what the deal is. I mean, afterall, it is your money and your car. We just want to give you the best feedback/input we can. From there, it's all on you.
You state that you like the looks of the 8 over the 9, implying (in this scenario) that you'd rather get the 8 at this price, vs. a new 9. But, you then deny looks having anything to do with it.
Then you state that you work at a dealership and know how these things usually go...and yet are asking us if it's a good deal? And furthermore, when we tell you that it's not (in our opinions), you don't necessarily seem to agree or disagree yet.
Don't read too much into what I'm saying...I'm not trying to get on your case here nor am I being sarcastic. Just curious what the deal is. I mean, afterall, it is your money and your car. We just want to give you the best feedback/input we can. From there, it's all on you.
Originally Posted by WICKed'N'EVO
$29k is a bit too much for an used 05....
I would expect to pay around $26-27k for it though.
I would expect to pay around $26-27k for it though.
Originally Posted by Warrtalon
They look identical except for the slight difference in the bumper cover. There's probably a few hundred VIII owners who would trade with you in a heartbeat...
I'm with you man. I hate the looks of the IX front end and I don't like the IX Enkei's. Plus IMO they made it a slight bit faster but cheapened it up a bit. I think this deal would be better if you can negotiate alot more. I bought my 05 brand new almost 5 months ago for $29,500 and it's electric blue with SSL. How many miles are on the 05? If it's used it would have to be around $26k depending on the miles.
Originally Posted by turbotool
I have btu the VIIIs look better in my opinion. If i could have the power of the 9 with the looks of the 8 I would be set.
yeah i agree i hate front bumper on XI's
I haven't seen a concept drawing for the XI front bumper yet. Where did you find that?
DSMEVOLUTION, come on now, a "slight bit faster"? Haha, the IXs CRUSH the VIIIs so far. They are stronger stock, but with minimal mods, they are MUCH stronger. Where did they cheapen it? The Enkeis are lighter with a slight design change, which makes sense after 3 years of the same style. The bumper is not "cheapened" either - it's just a new style. I don't care for the bumper or wheels either, but I have an MR - I don't actually like the BBS design either, but for anyone who gets a IX and wants the VIII Enkeis and VIII front bumper cover, they could easily trade straight up with many VIII owners.
DSMEVOLUTION, come on now, a "slight bit faster"? Haha, the IXs CRUSH the VIIIs so far. They are stronger stock, but with minimal mods, they are MUCH stronger. Where did they cheapen it? The Enkeis are lighter with a slight design change, which makes sense after 3 years of the same style. The bumper is not "cheapened" either - it's just a new style. I don't care for the bumper or wheels either, but I have an MR - I don't actually like the BBS design either, but for anyone who gets a IX and wants the VIII Enkeis and VIII front bumper cover, they could easily trade straight up with many VIII owners.
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Originally Posted by turbotool
I went to the Mitsu dealer today and I was pondering trading in my 03 Tarmac for an 05 Electric Blue with the SSL package. After hours of negotiating they came up with a pretty good deal in my opinion. Here's the deal: My car as a trade(w/ 30,000 miles) with nothing down for the 05(w/ 11,000 miles). I've only had my car for a year and a half and there isn't much equity into it but they offered to pay it off and then some(approx. $800). My payoff was $21,700. The 05 Evo is priced at $30,500 but they said they're giving it to me for under $29,000. Any way, the final number ended up being the same exact payment I have now only another year added on to the duration of the loan. My wife and I left the dealership to think about it. Do you think I should do it?? Does this sound like a good deal???
Originally Posted by Warrtalon
They're "giving" you the used, 1.5 year old 05 for 29k??? YOu mean they're trying to make some bank off of you. You can get a brand new IX for 29k from South Coast Mitsu, which is much more powerful. Even a new IX w/SSL is only 31k or so.
It is not a good deal at all. I couldn't even get 28k for my MR 6-7 months ago...
It is not a good deal at all. I couldn't even get 28k for my MR 6-7 months ago...
They will give you top dollar for your evo and you will get into a 9 instead of a 8.
Originally Posted by Makos1610
yeah i agree i hate front bumper on XI's
Also the look of the 8 is better? hogwash!
The interior on the 9 for example is far better and many will agree with me on this.
The rims are personal preferance. And the spoiler side pieces arent carbon fiber which is the only downfall IMHO. BUt it still looks nice.
So what you like the front bumber better on the 8! You still have a much slower car than everyone with a 9.
However, I guess just be happy with what ya have. I am not bashing the 8, but c'mon people give credit where credit is due and admit the evo 9 is better.