synth19

Well, found a few good deals on ebay. Currently, I'm the highest bidder on this one, although I has not reached the reserve price. It's an '03 Type S WITH NAVI:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=260041593891

My highest bid is 15k, but I'm willing to go up to 16.5k if the auction ends/reserve not met, and I'm the highest bidder.



Here is auction #2 for a white CLS, Really low miles, the reserve is actually 16.5k... I'll see where it goes, I may consider purchasing this if he will sell it @ 16k.... But my first choice is still the one I posted above.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2003-...QQcmdZViewItem


What do you guys think?

synth19

Oh, anyone from Texas or Kentucky near these dealerships?

01CLKID

get a 6 speed if you are going with an 03

Jared03CLS

Stay away from the Autotragic. Get the 3rd pedal. You'll be glad you did.

synth19

I need auto for my wife. My 350z is manual, one of my cars needs to be auto. I'm willing to take a chance with the 7 year/100k warranty.

htown

Synth, I would check out the DFW thread in off topic / meets and see if anyone can check out the first one for you

MyAcuraCLS

Yeah I have an 03 auto, over a year now, and it's been great. Not a bad price for an 03 with Navi.

03silvertypeS

if you've gotta get an auto, i'd go with the white one just since they're more rare

synth19

Thanks for the tip..... Kentucky would be an easier drive though if I picked that up!

fuzzy02CLS

iTrader: (2)

Look up close at 1 with the tan interior. Most people I know don't like the tan once they see it in person.

BigLizard

I saw those cars on ebay...I knew you'd go that route!

synth19

^ heh. lol... Really hoping the silver one works out.

cltypeSLOW

if u have to get an auto why not get an 01-02 with low miles in good condition for 3-4k less?

PacoCLType-S

I'd be careful going the unseen ebay route. In my recent purchase process, what others described in "beautiful condition" or a "9 out of 10" turned out to be pieces of crap when I showed up to test drive them. Maybe I'm pickier than most, but you don't want to get it and find out there are things wrong that make you unhappy with it. In fact, the one I bought has more cosmetic issues than I would have liked, but compared to ALL the others I saw, it was by far the best. Here's a Chicagoland 6spd if you're interested in teaching the wife to drive a stick: Clickity click...

YeuEmMaiMai

I would never buy a car from e-bay...I got my 02 CL type S with 41K on it for far less than what you are going to pay....

fuzzy02CLS

iTrader: (2)

Ebay cars are fine if you buy smart. If your looking for a good car, seach local & test drive/look at before you hit the bid button.
I've sold & bought cars on Ebay & have been happy.

PacoCLType-S

Exactly, as long as you can look first before bidding!

synth19

My brother in law also just bought an Evo in Virginia, he flew out there and drove it back. No problems with the car.

synth19

Here's a few more I found, LOW miles, but CL-P's. What do ya'll think are "fair" bids especially since some of you get your used CL's at great prices.

http://cars.com/go/search/detail.jsp...llerFirst=true


http://cars.com/go/search/detail.jsp...llerFirst=true

synth19

I wish these car sites would update inventory, both CLP's above are sold.

RaviNJCLs

iTrader: (4)

I found my CL on e-bay, but was close enough to test drive it.

If I were you, I'd definately go for a Type S with Navi even if it means you take a bit longer to find one and it costs a couple bucks more. Just my opinion.

synth19

What do you think, 14k a reasonable offer?

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/car/221092037.html

Fabvsix

I thought I recognized your user name when I was lurking ebay. Take your time as these vehicles show up often and that is to your advantage. I stick with a CLS as opposed to a CLP...

I buy vintage stereo equipment off ebay (Sansui) and its a huge risk UNLESS you do your home work prior to pressing the button....

synth19

Okay guys, need some last minute feedback, just offered the guy 16k for the 2003 with Navi! They lowered the reserve to $16,900. I can probably pick it up for $16.5 if they dont bite on my $16k offer I gave them over the phone. The most I'll pay is MAYBE 17k. The sales guy is sopposed to call me back in the next few minutes!! :help:

Here is the car again:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=260041593891

synth19

FYI, I will most likely put a deposit and I think trancemission will check it out this weekend for me before I book my flight.

Lord Helmet

I wouldn't buy it for a penny more than 16.5 unless it was a 6spd. I know you need the auto but if thats the case, I definitely wouldn't. Looks like a nice car though.

Someone correct my if I'm wrong here but it's possible that the '03 tranny depending on it's build date is tranny pooping immune.

Have you tried searching the B/M for one here?

synth19

For the MILEAGE, navi, and condition.... I havent seen anything go for that price. Most go for $18-22k with the mileage as advertised. 16.5k would be a steal imho (edit, not steal, but good deal. )

synth19

fck!!! Looks like someone already bought it! crap!

synth19

do guys even think it's work 17k if I called the dealer and tried to purchase at that price?

GreenMonster

What's the rush ?? Do you really need a car RIGHT NOW ??

If you stretch your search out longer then a week, you might find a decent, affordable one closer to home

The 03's for 18-22K don't sell so fast, but the 03's < 17 move pretty quickly (regardless of mileage)...

synth19

Got a few offers on my Civic, that's why I'm kinda rushed... but at the same time, civics seem to sell well, so I may as well take my time

GreenMonster

Ahh... I thought maybe you sold the civic already...

There were only 3511 6spds made but over 16,000 2003 CL's made... so your odds of finding one in a color you like are ALOT better then those that are looking for say, a navi 6spd...

synth19

Here is one I found, sems like a good deal for 17.9k. I think I may offer 17k OTD. Fair? Should I start negotiating lower?

http://www.carsoup.com/used/detail.a...alerGroupID=#x

GreenMonster

Yeah, start lower... 18K is probably not bad, but 17K would be better... Offer 16.5 and see what they say, you can always raise your offer but you can't lower it