Resonable Price for '07 Exige S - LotusTalk

prodigy · 02-02-2008, 09:40 AM

Hi all,

I'm looking to jump into the lotus community and I've been checking out this '07 Exige S w/ lifestyle paint (chili red), trackpack, touring pack, traction control, starshield. Car has between 6-7k miles, and the dealership is asking $59,800 for it. Seems a bit high based on other Exige S's that are for sale around my area (So Cal), so I was going to make an offer of $55,500 for the car.

What do you guys think about my offer price? Too low? Too high? I test drove the car yesterday and my god.......simply amazing!!!

Thanks for you input

ace10 · 02-02-2008, 09:50 AM

they could be bought, identically equipped, for less than their ask when new.

location plays a big factor in pricing. better prices outside of socal, for sure.

Allan Gibbs · 02-02-2008, 10:33 AM

For $59K, you could pretty much by a brand new Exige S from Beverly Hills Lotus. They're offering $7K off any Exige S they have in stock. (And no, I don't work for them.

)

Allan Gibbs · 02-02-2008, 10:35 AM

See post 116: NEW LOTUS BEVELRY HILLS INVENTORY

http://www.lotusbeverlyhills.com/lot...inventory_menu

SpeedGeek · 02-02-2008, 10:43 AM

I bought a used '07 Exige S with every option, except LSD, for $53K last summer from a person in San Diego. It had 2,000 miles at the time. You should be able to find something for around $50K, if you buy from a private party. I'd offer less and see where their counter offer comes in... The worst thing that happens is they say "no thanks".

You also have to be willing to walk away. I've made reasonable offers that have been turned down by dealers, only to be called by the salesperson minutes after leaving the lot to tell me that they'll take my offer.

prodigy · 02-02-2008, 11:09 AM

I appreciate all the responses. I found out a little bit about the Exige S I'm looking at. Apparently it was a factory demonstrator car, so it has never been sold before. I already requested that the dealership do an ECU drop on the car (pretty sure that's what its called) to find out the history of the engine.

I'm going around to check out some other cars today but if they don't except an offer of low 50's then I'll definitely have to check out the Beverly Hills lotus

VBCARGUY · 02-02-2008, 11:10 AM

sold mine for 53 k with 4k miles

spf4000 · 02-02-2008, 11:30 AM

If it was a press car, be wary, as they flog the crap out of those cars.

Mr. Know · 02-02-2008, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by prodigy

I appreciate all the responses. I found out a little bit about the Exige S I'm looking at. Apparently it was a factory demonstrator car, so it has never been sold before. I already requested that the dealership do an ECU drop on the car (pretty sure that's what its called) to find out the history of the engine.

I'm going around to check out some other cars today but if they don't except an offer of low 50's then I'll definitely have to check out the Beverly Hills lotus

Make sure you correct your terminology and say "ECU Dump" instead of Drop when speaking with the dealership.

LotusBeverlyHills · 02-02-2008, 01:11 PM

I sent you a PM.

Allan Gibbs · 02-02-2008, 02:28 PM

I think the dealer can also wipe out an ECU when they get the car. I mention this because I once went to a dealer and test drove an Exige S. After the test drive, the dealer told their chief tech to wipe the ECU. I never abused the car -especially because I was very close to buying it but it's just something to consider.

RoadDad · 02-02-2008, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Allan Gibbs

I think the dealer can also wipe out an ECU when they get the car. I mention this because I once went to a dealer and test drove an Exige S. After the test drive, the dealer told their chief tech to wipe the ECU. I never abused the car -especially because I was very close to buying it but it's just something to consider.

This is, unfortunately, true.

CountTracula · 02-02-2008, 03:08 PM

prodigy, I would also check out Newport Beach Lotus. Kevin Smith is the guy I would recommend. http://www.lotusnewportbeach.com/inv...=Exige%20S

He is also very respectful with negotiating.

Jack Miller · 02-06-2008, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by prodigy

I appreciate all the responses. I found out a little bit about the Exige S I'm looking at. Apparently it was a factory demonstrator car, so it has never been sold before. I already requested that the dealership do an ECU drop on the car (pretty sure that's what its called) to find out the history of the engine.

I'm going around to check out some other cars today but if they don't except an offer of low 50's then I'll definitely have to check out the Beverly Hills lotus

I put dealer demos thru their paces to show prospective buyers what the cars can do. Based on the "respect" I and the other instructors showed to these cars, I'd make sure I checked that car real well before buying it.

Bavarian Motorist · 02-07-2008, 05:35 PM

Off topic, but every time I see a Black or Canyon Red Exige S, I get aroused

loanshark · 02-07-2008, 05:57 PM

Prodigy already bought the S. I was at the dealer yesterday, and was told he is taking delivery this weekend. Congratulations!

Bavarian-his isn't canyon red, but a real red, AKA Chilli.

prodigy · 02-07-2008, 07:10 PM

yep car comes home this Saturday!!! So excited!!

Many many many pictures to come!

prodigy · 02-10-2008, 07:33 AM

Picked up my new little baby yesterday...I feel like a kid again. Its EXACTLY how a sports car/exotic should make you feel. Every time I think its sitting in my garage I the biggest smile across my face! Everything is just SO extreme, the body, the ride, the attention the car gets. I was expecting maybe a couple more heads turning driving down the road but I didn't expect people to be turning around and following you until you're out of sight!!! I even had this one girl snapping pictures of the Lotus when I was driving! This is a completely new world I wasn't ready for! Thanks to all who helped in answering my questions!!

I'm going to put a nice fresh layer of wax down then a large photoshoot is in order!

Bgwilly31 · 02-10-2008, 01:30 PM

congrats brother^

i felt the same exact way!

Exige FTW

02-02-2008, 09:40 AM	#1 (permalink)
prodigy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 64	Resonable Price for '07 Exige S Hi all, I'm looking to jump into the lotus community and I've been checking out this '07 Exige S w/ lifestyle paint (chili red), trackpack, touring pack, traction control, starshield. Car has between 6-7k miles, and the dealership is asking $59,800 for it. Seems a bit high based on other Exige S's that are for sale around my area (So Cal), so I was going to make an offer of $55,500 for the car. What do you guys think about my offer price? Too low? Too high? I test drove the car yesterday and my god.......simply amazing!!! Thanks for you input

02-02-2008, 09:50 AM	#2 (permalink)
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02-02-2008, 10:33 AM	#3 (permalink)
Allan Gibbs Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Glendale, CA (formerly Gilbert, AZ) Posts: 5,399	For $59K, you could pretty much by a brand new Exige S from Beverly Hills Lotus. They're offering $7K off any Exige S they have in stock. (And no, I don't work for them. ) __________________ 2005 BRP Elise- SOLD 6/9/07 2006 MV Agusta F4S - SOLD 4/30/09 2008 Audi TT (MKII) 2009 Audi A4 2009 Ducati 1198

02-02-2008, 10:35 AM	#4 (permalink)
Allan Gibbs Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Glendale, CA (formerly Gilbert, AZ) Posts: 5,399	See post 116: NEW LOTUS BEVELRY HILLS INVENTORY http://www.lotusbeverlyhills.com/lot...inventory_menu __________________ 2005 BRP Elise- SOLD 6/9/07 2006 MV Agusta F4S - SOLD 4/30/09 2008 Audi TT (MKII) 2009 Audi A4 2009 Ducati 1198

02-02-2008, 10:43 AM	#5 (permalink)
SpeedGeek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Martinez, CA Posts: 194	I bought a used '07 Exige S with every option, except LSD, for $53K last summer from a person in San Diego. It had 2,000 miles at the time. You should be able to find something for around $50K, if you buy from a private party. I'd offer less and see where their counter offer comes in... The worst thing that happens is they say "no thanks". You also have to be willing to walk away. I've made reasonable offers that have been turned down by dealers, only to be called by the salesperson minutes after leaving the lot to tell me that they'll take my offer. __________________ SOLD 2007 Exige S - Storm Titanium, Track Pack, Touring Pack, TCS, Soft Top, Stage II Exhaust, JVC Stereo w/Nav + Rear Cam

02-02-2008, 11:09 AM	#6 (permalink)
prodigy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 64	I appreciate all the responses. I found out a little bit about the Exige S I'm looking at. Apparently it was a factory demonstrator car, so it has never been sold before. I already requested that the dealership do an ECU drop on the car (pretty sure that's what its called) to find out the history of the engine. I'm going around to check out some other cars today but if they don't except an offer of low 50's then I'll definitely have to check out the Beverly Hills lotus

02-02-2008, 11:10 AM	#7 (permalink)
VBCARGUY Virginia Beach Car Guy Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 583	sold mine for 53 k with 4k miles __________________ Triumph Tr4a Race Car 1967 SOLD 1954 CJ 3b Willys 2002 Yukon Denali Daily Driver 2006 Exige. The only man in america to have a exige s then go back to a NA exige 1967 911S 1900lbs 220hp

02-02-2008, 11:30 AM	#8 (permalink)
spf4000 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 606	If it was a press car, be wary, as they flog the crap out of those cars.

02-02-2008, 01:11 PM	#10 (permalink)
LotusBeverlyHills Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 274 Images: 40	I sent you a PM.

02-02-2008, 02:28 PM	#11 (permalink)
Allan Gibbs Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Glendale, CA (formerly Gilbert, AZ) Posts: 5,399	I think the dealer can also wipe out an ECU when they get the car. I mention this because I once went to a dealer and test drove an Exige S. After the test drive, the dealer told their chief tech to wipe the ECU. I never abused the car -especially because I was very close to buying it but it's just something to consider. __________________ 2005 BRP Elise- SOLD 6/9/07 2006 MV Agusta F4S - SOLD 4/30/09 2008 Audi TT (MKII) 2009 Audi A4 2009 Ducati 1198

02-02-2008, 03:08 PM	#13 (permalink)
CountTracula Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: NorCal Posts: 652	prodigy, I would also check out Newport Beach Lotus. Kevin Smith is the guy I would recommend. http://www.lotusnewportbeach.com/inv...=Exige%20S He is also very respectful with negotiating.

02-07-2008, 05:35 PM	#15 (permalink)
Bavarian Motorist Live to Drive Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NYC/Westchester, NY Posts: 10,852	Off topic, but every time I see a Black or Canyon Red Exige S, I get aroused __________________ Be an alpha male. Drive a Lotus.

02-07-2008, 05:57 PM	#16 (permalink)
loanshark BANNED Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 3,227 Images: 41	Prodigy already bought the S. I was at the dealer yesterday, and was told he is taking delivery this weekend. Congratulations! Bavarian-his isn't canyon red, but a real red, AKA Chilli.

02-07-2008, 07:10 PM	#17 (permalink)
prodigy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 64	yep car comes home this Saturday!!! So excited!! Many many many pictures to come!

02-10-2008, 07:33 AM	#18 (permalink)
prodigy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 64	Picked up my new little baby yesterday...I feel like a kid again. Its EXACTLY how a sports car/exotic should make you feel. Every time I think its sitting in my garage I the biggest smile across my face! Everything is just SO extreme, the body, the ride, the attention the car gets. I was expecting maybe a couple more heads turning driving down the road but I didn't expect people to be turning around and following you until you're out of sight!!! I even had this one girl snapping pictures of the Lotus when I was driving! This is a completely new world I wasn't ready for! Thanks to all who helped in answering my questions!! I'm going to put a nice fresh layer of wax down then a large photoshoot is in order!

02-10-2008, 01:30 PM	#19 (permalink)
Bgwilly31 Twisties Addict Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Cincy, OH Posts: 1,880	congrats brother^ i felt the same exact way! Exige FTW __________________ -*White Rossion Q1* 07 white Exige S--Sold 04' Lexus Turbo IS300 BSM "track car"--SOLD "Straight lines dont mean sh"

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