buying advice used 99

[bassdog]

Hey guys,

 

I'm heading out within the hour to look at a 99 Silverado, black Z71 Stepside with 5.3, only 22,275 miles.

 

They want 21,900 already and I have only talked on the phone with the salesman so far.

 

I know the 5.3 is only rated at 270 HP for this year, it doesn't really worry me much.

 

What worries me is if it's worth trying to negotiate, I'm shooting to buy it for ~ $19,500 maybe.

 

What do you guys think??

 

Thanks  :thumb:

[RyanbabZ71]

is there any kind of warranty left?

 

Is it ext cab?

 

Id say offer the 19,500 it cant hurt

[City_Slicker]

Bought mine 4 months ago. Was an 01 with 20,000 and I got it for 18,200 loaded. But it was a very special deal I had goung. 19,500 may be a little high for a 99. But, I only have one experience in this.

[SilveradoWV]

That seems really high to me. If I were in the market for a truck and saw that one, I personally wouldnt give more than $17,500 for it. Not sure of the options but KBB suggests $18,000. This is if its a reg cab. But I am biased when buying used trucks like this because I only paid $21,000 for mine new last year. 2002 reg cab, 4x4, 4.8L, automatic, cd, air, etc... Yes it is a base but after about $550 dollars I have 265/75/16s and the factory aluminum wheels plus a few other goodies make it look pretty good IMO, I would have ripped the LS trim off the outside anyway. So the only thing I am missing is the interior luxuries you would gain with an LS and the skid plates and shocks you gain with the Z71, mine is a Z85 so the towing capability isnt decreased from the Z71. I was just at my dealer this past weekend and he has a lot full of 2003s for $23K. Just something to think about!

[silverado man]

I bought mine used 1 1/2 ago for 18,000 but it did have 57,000 miles on it.  I would say 19,500 would be a good offer for a truck like that.

[MCourson]

If this deal doesnt work for you on this truck try to see if you can find a person with a dealers license to take to to auctions.  We got our '01 GMC Sierra extended cab, SLE, 4.8, 33k miles (at the time), with no problems then or since for $17k.  If you do go and bid, stay all day.  This truck was considered a no sale because our bid was under the reserve.  Later the owner found us and accepted the deal.  Good Luck.

[bassdog]

Thanks guys.

 

They didn't move from $20,500, which I could have lived with, but they tried to shaft me on trade and only give me $5K, which other dealers are giving me $6100 - $6500. They bought it from GMAC lease and I'm guessing they bought it too high. It was a nice truck, but not that nice  

 

The search continues  

[Jersey Tahoe LT]

Well I got my 99 Tahoe for $15,500 from an auction.  Granted it has 61k on it but it is full loaded and at the dealer it would go for about 20 to 18k  I think I got a really good deal.  Good luck on your search.

 

Later,

Brandon

[varmint2506]

The price sounded too high anyway. If you are in the market just run the prices throughNADA

[99silveradoz71]

Yep, don't be afraid to walk away.  The right truck will come at the right time.  Mom and Dad had to play that game recently when looking at a 99 Lesabre with 25k on the clock.  Miraculously the price was right when they got up.

[bassdog]

I've walked away from a few deals in the last few days. The only one I could go back to and buy cheaper is a Dodge  

Extended cab Chevy and GMC's in my area are pulling in quite a bit due to demand. Most dealers are buying from GMAC off lease and paying more for them to have on the lot.

 

As much as I enjoy shopping and buying a newer truck, it is getting annoying when I can't work a deal. #### profit margin  

[TarheelZ]

Hey, Bassdog, I went thru that crapola when I was looking for a regular cab, stepside 4x4.  The trucks I found locally were overpriced (IMO) but I finally found the one I wanted thru e-bay.  I didn't bid on it but I did contact the owner via e-mail and we came to an agreement.

 

I got my '00 Sierra with 29k for $17,000.  Of course, I also had to go to Omaha to pick it up but, even with the air fare, I still spent far less than the local dealers were asking!

 

Good luck!

[SilveradoWV]

Trucks are way overpriced in my area too. That goes for about any trucks. My dad has been looking for a used truck to drive to work but dealers want way more than what they are worth, simply because there are stupid people out there payin that much for them. My local dealer prices everything at the high retail value no matter what the condition. Trucks have scratches, dents, broken stuff, bad interior, etc.... and still priced it just barely less than a new one would cost.

[CTRDRV55]

Heres what im going to look at this weekend

http://www.ressler-chevrolet.com/4DLink/4d.../100002/42488.7

 

I figure if I can get 0% for 5 years better off getting a 03 then a used one.I know im only going to get 6000 for my trade so I figure might as well get a new one.

[bassdog]

Well thanks for all the advice guys, I did find one today  :thumb:

 

2001 Rado LS Z71 Ext cab 4 door Dark Gray with 19,700 miles!!!!!!

 

Going to fill out the paperwork with the wife shortly, walking away with it for 17,750 (unless things go wrong)

 

Asking price was $23450

 

How did I do?