Thinking of Trading the MM in....

[Hacklemerc]

Well Ladies and Gents, The Wife and I are debating on trading my Marauder in on a 2010 Taurus SEL. We both love the Marauder but we're both in agreeance that it may be time to part with her. The Dealership is offering to give 6900 trade in value. Not sure what to do at this point. I think it would have been easier if I hadn't detailed her before taking her up to the dealership. Now I keep looking at the Marauder and thinking "well she's still a good car..."

[MrBluGruv]

How many miles on your MM?

[FX1]

Dont let the dealer steal it for $6900 and buy a Taurus SHO so you will still be half as cool as having your marauder

[Hacklemerc]

How many miles on your MM?

113000 miles.

[Motorhead350]

The Taurus is ugly and the very second you consider getting rid of your Marauder is the time it should be under new ownership for someone that will appreciate the car.

[GordonB]

$6900 as trade-in, OUCH! They will turn around and sell it for $11,500 min.

GordonB

[Hacklemerc]

Dont let the dealer steal it for $6900 and buy a Taurus SHO so you will still be half as cool as having your marauder

NADA and KBB put it at 7000 to 6900 for trade in value. She's by no means in rough shape but she is a daily driver and could use a little TLC.

They want me to put the factory intake back on and remove the Rhienhart tune before trade in too.

[MrBluGruv]

it should be under new ownership for someone that will appreciate the car.

lol, get bent money-bags.



To the OP, I got $6,500 for mine with 114K on the clock, moderate modification and a pretty sad paint job with a malfunctioning A/C blend door. Take that into consideration whichever way you like.

I will say that despite the fantastic deal I made when I sold mine, I regularly miss my MM (and have even had dreams of driving it again, literally.)

[Hacklemerc]

The Taurus is ugly and the very second you consider getting rid of your Marauder is the time it should be under new ownership for someone that will appreciate the car.

Ouch. I love the car but the wife and I both are getting tired of the constant costy repairs. It seems like everytime I get something fixed on it there is something else broken on it.

[mrjones]

I test drove the SHO when it first came out and it is a SWEET ride.

[a_d_a_m]

There's only so many things on a car that can break. And if you've kept up with your basic maintenance, 113k should be nothing for the engine/trans on a Marauder.

For $6900, I would keep it.

[Motorhead350]

lol, get bent money-bags.


Yes this coming from the man who said "I look forward to another 100,000 miles with this car." and then sells it shortly after.


Ouch. I love the car but the wife and I both are getting tired of the constant costy repairs. It seems like everytime I get something fixed on it there is something else broken on it.

Sounds like you are a victim of mechanic. Do what you can yourself. Mine is at 183K and the only problems I have had were from me pushing the car too much, not Ford parts breaking on their own. The times I actually needed work I stayed and watched everything, the people hated that, but if they have nothing to hide then there shouldn't be an issue. Zack is the only one I'll walk away from, soon as he works on a car he doesn't wanna see it back.

Sorry to hear about the issues, but if I had the ability I would take it to a trusted member or ex-member here and never have to worry about it again.

[Hacklemerc]

lol, get bent money-bags.



To the OP, I got $6,500 for mine with 114K on the clock, moderate modification and a pretty sad paint job with a malfunctioning A/C blend door. Take that into consideration whichever way you like.

I will say that despite the fantastic deal I made when I sold mine, I regularly miss my MM (and have even had dreams of driving it again, literally.)

If we do trade her in I'll miss it everyday. But it may be time to send her down the line.

[rayjay]

Hmm, the books put my 04 at $10,500 for trade in. 79,400 miles. At least your wife is in agreement with you. I have the beginnings of WW3 here for even mentioning it. :( Have you tried selling it yourself? The books here said $12.5 for a private sale, but the books also have no clue how rare these cars are.

[MrBluGruv]

Yes this coming from the man who said "I look forward to another 100,000 miles with this car." and then sells it shortly after.

Cause it's always economically feasible for everyone to keep a high-mileage car. :rolleyes:

As it so happens, the monthly "payments" I was making trying to keep the MM roadworthy were more than my actual car payments on the Camaro. Not only that, but when it is actually payed off, I will have significantly less miles on it than the MM had.

But go on ahead, keep bragging about how running your car into the ground time after time is dedication that should be admired...

[kernie]

Cause it's always economically feasible for everyone to keep a high-mileage car. :rolleyes:

As it so happens, the monthly "payments" I was making trying to keep the MM roadworthy were more than my actual car payments on the Camaro. Not only that, but when it is actually payed off, I will have significantly less miles on it than the MM had.

But go on ahead, keep bragging about how running your car into the ground time after time is dedication that should be admired...

A whole lot better than a camaro and those sideburns!

:beer:

[MM2004]

The Taurus is ugly and the very second you consider getting rid of your Marauder is the time it should be under new ownership for someone that will appreciate the car.


Yes this coming from the man who said "I look forward to another 100,000 miles with this car." and then sells it shortly after.



Sounds like you are a victim of mechanic. Do what you can yourself. Mine is at 183K and the only problems I have had were from me pushing the car too much, not Ford parts breaking on their own. The times I actually needed work I stayed and watched everything, the people hated that, but if they have nothing to hide then there shouldn't be an issue. Zack is the only one I'll walk away from, soon as he works on a car he doesn't wanna see it back.

Sorry to hear about the issues, but if I had the ability I would take it to a trusted member or ex-member here and never have to worry about it again.


Cause it's always economically feasible for everyone to keep a high-mileage car. :rolleyes:

As it so happens, the monthly "payments" I was making trying to keep the MM roadworthy were more than my actual car payments on the Camaro. Not only that, but when it is actually payed off, I will have significantly less miles on it than the MM had.

But go on ahead, keep bragging about how running your car into the ground time after time is dedication that should be admired...

I am a patient man, but less patient when a person is asking about selling their MM, or trading, and see the bickering that just trashes their thread.

Keep it on topic, or don't type.

It's not that hard. Really,..

;)

Mike.

[MM2004]

A whole lot better than a camaro and those sideburns!

:beer:

Same applies here as well. (see above)

Mike.

[Hacklemerc]

$6900 as trade-in, OUCH! They will turn around and sell it for $11,500 min.

GordonB

I realize they'll turn around and sell it for more than they'll give me for it. When w traded the wifes DTR in we had to haggle all day just to get above water on it. We go back tomorrow for the wife to test drive it and then I'm going to haggle a bit more for the trade in.

[Cobra25]

If your set on getting another car try selling it here first you might get a little more. Dealerships always low ball ya. Another thing they have a habit on doing is they give you a trade in price with the tax savings included so if you do trade her in make sure the tax savings isn't included in the trade in price . Always check your final invoice before you buy every detail.

[Motorhead350]

Cause it's always economically feasible for everyone to keep a high-mileage car. :rolleyes:

As it so happens, the monthly "payments" I was making trying to keep the MM roadworthy were more than my actual car payments on the Camaro. Not only that, but when it is actually payed off, I will have significantly less miles on it than the MM had.

But go on ahead, keep bragging about how running your car into the ground time after time is dedication that should be admired...

I will you sellout. :P


A whole lot better than a camaro and those sideburns!

:beer:

Haha wow we agree on something.




It's not that hard. Really,..



Thats what she said.

[BODYMAN]

Good luck whatever you decide Hack.. You are always welcome to any future STL gatherings Best of luck! I can agree though with the constant repairs on these cars it amazes me how they have so many small issues considering how long the Panther platform has been built for (almost all the little mech items that break or fail are not MM specific).

[Baaad GN]

Hey all that's really not a bad price from dealer as I mentioned in other posts 2003 Mauraders have been selling in the $6,000 6,500 range with 40,000 miles at the auction here in chicago. I'm gonna asume prices pretty close elsewhere. Add another 500-1,000 for an 04. Thats what the dealers are paying for them so don't be shocked. It's also better to sell outright if possible as remember the dealer will add $2-4,000 when he put's it on lot.

[Motorhead350]

I can agree though with the constant repairs on these cars it amazes me how they have so many small issues considering how long the Panther platform has been built for (almost all the little mech items that break or fail are not MM specific).

I guess I am one of the lucky ones.

[PonyUP]

To the OP, I concur with trying to sell it here, you'll get more, and it will probably move pretty quick. If time is an issue, they still hit you on the low side I think for your trade in, but It's hard to tell without seeing the car. Good luck in any event :beer:

[slickster]

For 7k it will fly here and that person will know what it is. As long as you got another mm I'm not gonna fuss with you and that's if your getting the sho:coolman:

[BODYMAN]

I guess I am one of the lucky ones.

youre saying you havent had little nickle and dime **** go out/fail say like window switches,blower motor need resodering,axle seals, stuff like that? Ive had 3 and all have had nickle dime things go wrong

[Motorhead350]

Window switch yes, no to everything else. I did the work myself and the part was 60 bucks. My dad has had a ton of BMWs all with costly problems, so when I see 60 bucks for something it seems like absolutely nothing.

[Black_Noise]

ill give ya 6,900 for it

[Mike]

The Taurus is ugly and the very second you consider getting rid of your Marauder is the time it should be under new ownership for someone that will appreciate the car.

I like the new Taurus's :beer:

[Da Dark Jedi]

ill give ya 6,900 for it

There you have it... a possible offer already and from a member.

[BODYMAN]

1st post he metioned a sel not a SHO!

[BODYMAN]

Window switch yes, no to everything else. I did the work myself and the part was 60 bucks. My dad has had a ton of BMWs all with costly problems, so when I see 60 bucks for something it seems like absolutely nothing.

Who cant fix a stupid window switch Dom what Iam saying is yea its 60.00 bucks but 40 here 70 there it gets old. Every car I ever owned had its issues but for a veh that the design has been around for this long and all the non MM specific parts that fail is hard to understand.

[MMBLUE]

Keep it, either as the back up or fix it up for cruises.

[boatmangc]

I have a friend that will be a player for sure at those numbers,
don;t trade it, get cash. I understand for it to be equitable for you that you will pay more sales tax without a trade in.
Talk to your salesman and see what the difference in tax will be and PM me.

[TAKEDOWN]

NADA and KBB put it at 7000 to 6900 for trade in value. She's by no means in rough shape but she is a daily driver and could use a little TLC.

They want me to put the factory intake back on and remove the Rhienhart tune before trade in too.

I say YOU give her the TLC needed, but do what you must it's your MARAUDER

[cpe6]

If you put some pics up you may be able to get more for the car here; I would even take the drive to belleville to see the condition before you give it to a dealer.

[FX1]

Start a penny auction on this site. "Man Wins Mercury Marauder for only $5.28"

[BUCKWHEAT]

Hack, take the 6900 from Black Noise, get on Autotrader & get a 15k mile SHO, and a loan from the credit union. Should be same payment, shorter time & you get a good car. I've got the ecoboost in the MK-S version & really like it.

Don't worry about Dom, he got a refill on the Rx.
j

[Mr. Man]

I spent some time in a '012 Taurus and gave it a mediocre rating.(See Mr. Man's Musings) As far as an '010 goes I can't comment on the car but I doubt it is any roomier than the MM or that it gets significantly better MPG's.

If you are just thinking of a change I would keep looking JMHO:)

[Motorhead350]

Who cant fix a stupid window switch Dom what Iam saying is yea its 60.00 bucks but 40 here 70 there it gets old. Every car I ever owned had its issues but for a veh that the design has been around for this long and all the non MM specific parts that fail is hard to understand.

The car is creeping up on ten years old. Find me something nine years old that's as dependable as something two years old.

Age is the bottome line, if it wasn't we would probably all still be driving our first cars.

[Spectragod]

Given that all they are offering is 7k, I would pass. But then again, I don't know what your financial status is. I look at it like this, if your car is paid for, it's cheaper to keep it and get a secondary (i.e. used) car as a backup, spare, DD what ever you like to call it.

I don't think you can replace a one off car like the Marauder with a Taurus, you have to look at it like this, no matter what you buy, it is going to require maintenance, the difference with the MM is that it is paid for, anything else, you will be making payments and having to maintain it. Plus..... with the way jobs are in this day and age, I try not to live past my means if I were to lose my job or become unemployed for some reason. I like to look at these things a little more in depth.... if my income were to be cut down to minimum wage or I got hurt and couldn't work, would I still be able to afford said item, that little rule has kept me from making some big purchases.

In the end, it is your choice, as you best know where you are at financially, it is up to you to do what is best for you and your family. Good luck.

[Black_Noise]

almost any running driving marauder that hasnt been in an accident and not fixed has got to be worth 6.9k

Maybe get it for the wife.... ha ha, but seriously if someone else wants it go for it, but dont trade it in for that, they will turn around the next week and ask 10k+ for it

[Vortex]

Gotta do what you gotta do; good luck with your new car. Before you make up your mind, take your MM to Carmax and see what they will give you for it. Both places will give you a wholesale price but usually buying a new car is a better proposition when the negotiations are simpler.

[wickedmerc]

I'll "+1" those who suggest selling it yourself for more.
I think you know $6900 from the dealership, while convenient, is a bit low. Get some pics and throw her up for sale here and on some other specialty sites like the SVT and Crown Vic folks. Maybe even the Impala SS sites (NOTE: expect resistance from those guys ;)). Ask like $10,900 and stick to your guns. This way, you get a few extra bucks and you're pretty sure she goes to a good home. :twocents:

[Hacklemerc]

Good luck whatever you decide Hack.. You are always welcome to any future STL gatherings Best of luck! I can agree though with the constant repairs on these cars it amazes me how they have so many small issues considering how long the Panther platform has been built for (almost all the little mech items that break or fail are not MM specific).

Thanks Todd. Everyone has given me some good points to ponder today before we go test drive again.

I figured I'd have to wear my flame proof undies when I even mentioned trading her in or selling. I really do love and enjoy the car but, I'm not in love with the car anymore. :(.

[Egon Spengler]

Give the guy a break everyone! He has a little bundle of joy on the way and that takes precedence over everything! Need a nice, safe, reliable car for the safety of the child.

Sorry to say this guys, but a Marauder is still just a car.

[Cobra25]

Always do whats best for you & your family. People here may have some comments now & then but their Heart is in the right place. You may trade it in or sell it but your friendships here will always be . Best in Luck to what ever you choose to do.


I figured I'd have to wear my flame proof undies when I even mentioned trading her in or selling. I really do love and enjoy the car but, I'm not in love with the car anymore. :(.

[Motorhead350]

Sorry to say this guys, but a Marauder is still just a car.

It's more than that to me, but everything I like I take to extremes anyway.

[MrBluGruv]

but everything I like I take to extremes anyway.

The first step is admitting. ;)

[Hacklemerc]

Well ladies and gentlemen. Thanks to all the constructive and non-constructive comments. The wife and I test drove the taurus again today and both love the car, BUT, We both decided it would be better to try and sell the Marauder outright and see if we can get more money for it. So be looking for a post n the FOR SALE section and on Craigslist before too long.

[Motorhead350]

The first step is admitting. ;)

Oh dude, I'll admit to anything I actually did. Believe me a few say I am too honest and tell others more than they wanna know.

:lol:

[Timw286]

I'll "+1" those who suggest selling it yourself for more.
I think you know $6900 from the dealership, while convenient, is a bit low. Get some pics and throw her up for sale here and on some other specialty sites like the SVT and Crown Vic folks. Maybe even the Impala SS sites (NOTE: expect resistance from those guys ;)). Ask like $10,900 and stick to your guns. This way, you get a few extra bucks and you're pretty sure she goes to a good home. :twocents:

I agree with that, +1

[jstevens]

Well, how is the Taurus? Looks like a big car but probably very modern.

[F8LBITEva]

Well ladies and gentlemen. Thanks to all the constructive and non-constructive comments. The wife and I test drove the taurus again today and both love the car, BUT, We both decided it would be better to try and sell the Marauder outright and see if we can get more money for it. So be looking for a post n the FOR SALE section and on Craigslist before too long.

Good choice! Another idea I had for your situation is make the deal contingent on you getting more money for the Marauder. Print out 7-10 current Marauder ads from craiglists,autotrader,ebay and what not and show it to them. If its a used Taurus you know they can come down a little on price because they are not selling it for what they have in it.

[Hacklemerc]

Well, how is the Taurus? Looks like a big car but probably very modern.


The Taurus was awesome. Even with just the regular 3.5 V6 it was quick. It rode excellent and handled great. THe seats were the best, they were more comfortable than my couch. The trunk is huge and can handle ample cargo.

[Hacklemerc]

Good choice! Another idea I had for your situation is make the deal contingent on you getting more money for the Marauder. Print out 7-10 current Marauder ads from craiglists,autotrader,ebay and what not and show it to them. If its a used Taurus you know they can come down a little on price because they are not selling it for what they have in it.

The dealership was rather stubborn on the Taurus. They were already selling it for $1000 below blue book and retail so they would ot budge on it. So we walked away from it. THey actually tried the whole "well theres someone else looking at it too" So I told them "well if it was meant to be it was meant to be."

[Motorhead350]

Yeey the Marauder stays!

[Peter]

Did you consider getting an extended warranty from Ford? I paid about $2000~ for my premium care, $50 det. warranty that expires in 2013 or 130,000 miles whichever comes first. It more or less covers every problem on the car that you would possibly have.

It is worthwhile to look into it.

Your price for warranty could be cheaper then mine. Depending on what you want.
Call (888) 863-4308 and talk to Ed Smith.

[F8LBITEva]

The dealership was rather stubborn on the Taurus. They were already selling it for $1000 below blue book and retail so they would ot budge on it. So we walked away from it. THey actually tried the whole "well theres someone else looking at it too" So I told them "well if it was meant to be it was meant to be."

good for you. Have you considered a used MKS Ecoboost?

[F8LBITEva]

MKS vs. Big euro sedans

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-YKxQkm6xA&feature=related

[BODYMAN]

Thanks Todd. Everyone has given me some good points to ponder today before we go test drive again.

I figured I'd have to wear my flame proof undies when I even mentioned trading her in or selling. I really do love and enjoy the car but, I'm not in love with the car anymore. :(.

Yeah I know what yeah mean Aaron! Youre the only one who knows when its time to move on what ever the reason may be,regardless of the flamers its youre car youre life you do what you want You wont get any flaming from me. After I lost my KB-S in 06 I didnt get back into another MM til 09 just didnt have any interest at the time. Iam sure I'll get a rash when I decide I no longer want 2 of them. Just remeber its youre life and do what you wanna do and what makes you happy. Come to the gatherings I'll let you drive mine. Next time we go to the drive in over there Ill let ya know. You need anything from me just ask.

[Somoza,EEBI]

Listen. I have a company car and is a Taurus SEL. Yes is a nice car but I would not trade it for my Marauder. I have a 2004 DTR that stay inside my garage and it use to be my daily driver. I took it to the Ford dealership for a oil change and all the mechanic were going crazy just looking at it and talking about the Marauder. I drove it back home and is just SWEET!!! No comparison to a Taurus. Keep it.