4.8is trade in. $?
 

Hey guys, it's time to upgrade because our family is growing and it's already getting old driving like a grandma with my chest close to the steering wheel.

I still enjoy this car and would like to keep it but there's no way around it.

We found a really nice 7 seater...2012 Audi Q7 s line 3.0 supercharged in the area and we're thinking about trading in our x5 . At 130k miles, with 2 owners and full service records from 0 miles, what should I realistically expect from dealers to pay for my car? I guess they don't care about slotted brake discs and the Dynavin N6, but at least a rough estimate?

I'm trying to be realistic and not expect too much. I found KBB to be pretty inaccurate on trade ins with the previous cars I had...dealers either surprised me with good offers or I walked out thinking they're crazy.

Some actually ask how much you want for it. So I wanna be prepared.

Thanks for your help!

You will be better off selling it. You trading in your use car for another use car so most dealers will give you squat for your trade in.

I agree with upallnight.

As far as the Q7 goes, please please really look into it. A close friend of mine has a 2013 and I absolutely hate it. It is just a let down on quality and drives like a minivan. She hates it too and wants to get back into a X5. You may like it, just be sure it's what you really want when you're getting rid of something as nice as your X5.

OP....How much you want for it?

Some members here maybe.....are interested and wanting to own another X5.

:dunno:

Same for the Q7. I drove a 2013 and it felt like a jeep grand cherokee, utterly awful. BMW makes a 7 seater X5.

OK you're much better off selling it on your own. Use the website below to help you value it. Retail is listed as well. Also check Cars.com they have a private party to private party value which seems pretty accurate. Also check CarGurus.com. Lots of listings for comparison.

Trade-in Values

The NADA and black book pricing is the most accurate in my opinion. I have really looked at pricing carefully on these 4.8is vehicles for the last three months. Right now I think is a bad time to sell the prices plummeted the last couple months. 10 days ago I paid $9216 with 120 K in excellent condition. Sure the suspension as a bug in it but I don't even mind spending three or $4000 on it because the rest of it is nearly perfect with brand-new tires etc.

My point is the spring is a much better time to do it. You will be shocked how little you get right now. The guy that traded it in the place I bought it from which was a luxury used dealership got $8500 for it. I know that because one of my friends actually was found to be working there unbeknownst to me and he told me that later.

Check those sources for pricing that we are very much in use by the dealer especially black book.

Go look at a QX 56 four or five years old they are great albeit not splashy vehicles. And very reasoable. Reliable and great for families. We have one actually a QX 80 which we paid too much for her but I like the 56. Had to appease the wife but the older one is a much better value. They look pretty good too. A little frumpy but has some pizzaz and are kinda fun.

You'll have to find somebody who really appreciates what you have but you get so many extras on it you just need to find the right private buyer. I think you will if you're patient.

Not going to lie,that thought went through my head.

I thought about putting it up for sale...well since I already have a premier membership, I might as well post it up here for sale first lol.

As for the q7, its the loaded one with air suspension and a bunch of other goodies.will def test drive it to death; dont get me wrong I like my car, but space is an issue.

Our relatives have both. The newer x5 and the q7. Never asked to test drive any of them but they're both happy with them. The x5 3rd row seat is a joke. That's why I didn't even consider it.

2nd on our list is the GL550. The wife likes german cars as well, not seeing any Japanese in our family in the near future, although everyone knows they're supposedly more reliable .

Had a 2007 GL550 excellent MB but not as big as a QX56 not even close. Barely larger than the X5. Japanese can be great for cost containment and they are pretty high quality if you get the high end lines. Lexus SUVs great but smallish as well and pricey.

Just don't trade that X5 in unless they give you more than they ever will! Lol

I liked the fit and finish of the Gl much more than the Q7.

How much do you want for the x5

Josh, let me think about it then I'll pm you. I'll post it up for sale tonight or tomorrow.

Ok at auction it's an $8,000 vehicle. None have gone thru at that high of mileage so it might be slightly less but I figure yours is in better shape then most at auction so about a wash. If you want to confirm just take it to your local car max and have them do an appraisal

Maybe I can talk my father into it haha.

If you want my honest opinion and you are decided on a Q7 - find a 2011 or newer TDI with the 3rd row seat and Prestige or Premium Plus/ S-line package - You can do a Stage 2 Malone tune on the TDI and still get 30mpg highway but have 280 hp and 430 ft lbs - I think Stage 1 tune is 260hp and 420 ft lbs - Either way the 3.0 diesel is a great engine

You probably can get a good deal on them now too because of the whole dieselgate debacle

Number of owners and maintenance records means nothing on a trade-in value, or at least too little to consider. I agree with others to trying to sell it on our own.
If I were in your situation, I would have my wife drive a minivan if we need the space. In fact, we do have a Honda Odyssey for our long family road trip.
The Audi looks nice, but that's about it for me.
GL with your decision.

I was really disappointed in the q7 "extra space". It's not as usable as I wanted. I'd go GL over q7. The audi diesel is more enjoyable to drive over the ML diesel. The q7 supercharged will be more fun to drive than the 550, but I'd still go benz.

Not to mention the audi is long overdue for a facelift

I agree that selling it yourself is the only way to get near what it should be worth and NADA pricing will give you a range. I would also check cars.com for comparable pricing nationwide and especially in your region. You will need to find someone that understands what you have and values any improvements you have made. Good luck!

I've been softly looking for another X5 4.8is as ours is getting a little long in the tooth. We had a 2013 X5 5.0 (turbos) and currently have a 2008 4.8i Sport. I would still prefer the e53 4.8is if and would jump at one if it came up.

I'll share my thoughts on what we want and might pay so you have another data point. This isn't an ad or solicitation for a vehicle and I don't intent to hijack the thread.

I've been on all the usual sites as well as the various forums classifieds looking for a few weeks, off and on. Our requirement is black/black under 100k miles 4.8is with sport seats and heated steering wheel, everything working. So not the OPs vehicle (although it is attractive!). We would probably pay up to about $25k for the right vehicle and expect to give at least $15k for a good one but maybe with higher miles or some minor condition flaws that we could correct. It is a sellers' market. There aren't a lot available that are really attractive (condition-wise), and those of us who know what these are and like them will pay up versus the e70 or other "competitors". Sure I'd like to find one under $10k, but I would pay up for the right one. If you wanted a quick sale, you could discount it and just sell it to anyone interested. But I think patience waiting for a real 4.8is buyer will lead to a higher price for you.

Again, just my point of view.

Good input so far; enough to confuse me haha..

After more thinking, we've decided to sell our X5 and make up our mind on the following:

Audi Q7 s-line prestige 3.0 supercharged or 3.0 TDI
Mercedes GL 550 or diesel version
BMW X5 5.0 or 3.5diesel

Problem is , besides the x5, all the others are ugly in the diesel version (small wheels, chrome trim, blah interior options)- unless you spring for the newest version.
The x5 diesel still has the package that comes on some 5.0's.

As you can see, the x5 is still not out of question; I'm reading there's more room in the back than in the E53.ill have to call my inlaws to find out.

All these cars at 50k miles or under, are priced approximately the same (around 35k).

I'm leaning towards the x5 diesel if there's indeed more room than in the e53.

So hard to make up my mind when money don't grow on trees.

Why prefer e53
 

I just picked up a 2006 X5 3.0 for my wife as a daily driver. I was hoping for a 2007-2008 but found this one. It's a 1 Owner car, woman owned with 189,000 miles on and all highway miles. Seems to drive good, with no major issues. I did just replace radiator, expansion tank and hoses as a precaution.
I am wondering why the comment of preferring the e53?
I drive 2005 545 (currently with 186,000 miles) and figured the e70 would be more like that as I like the iDrive features functions.
Just curious of your experience with either models.
Thanks

Started a new thread to reply to #20

Mercedes GL 550 it is. After a few hours of research I kept coming back to the GL. Not exactly the best looking one but the GL 550 looks sportier than the bland looking 350 and 450's.plus it's the most spacious one compared to the q7 and the x5.

Taking pictures of my x5 tomorrow.Those interested , check back in the for sale forum.

Come on Man, you've got a decently cared for 4.8is X5 E53, LeMans blue. Sell and market the vehicle to someone who will appreciate it. The dealer is only going to give you wholesale trade in value for your vehicle and then turn around and make thousands from trade in and thousands for selling. You should be able to find a good home for this rig outside of the dealership zone.

The Mercedes GL550 is the best looking out of the bunch. They are very spacious and the Q7 feels like a mini-suv on the inside as opposed to the GL550. Good family Rig

Good call - best option based on what you stated your needs were (and if going non-diesel). They are really nice all around vehicles.

Don't sell it!!! Nothing compares.