FS(Maybe): 250 WHP 2004 Chilli Red RMW MCS -54,000 miles

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  1. UKXPAT

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    #1 UKXPAT, Mar 29, 2013
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    I have a dilemma here, so testing the waters for some feedback on whether to trade my car or sell it privately.

    2004 Chilli Red/White MCS
    Excellent condition, only 54,000 miles, one owner from new!
    (Major mods only have about 25,000 miles on them)
    15% Alta Pulley
    Alta/K&N CAI
    RMW BVH with Newman Cam
    Jan Brueggemann Dyno tune to 250 WHP
    450cc injectors
    GP intercooler
    RMW Header with CAT
    Milltek Cat back exhaust
    RMW oil cooler
    RMW fluid damped crank pulley
    JCW Brake kit
    JCW suspension
    22mm rear sway bar
    Voltage hood scoop
    Silver Kosei K1 TS wheels
    Craven Speed strut tower defenders

    I have been offered $10,000 trade in, which would also save me an additional $700 in tax. I just cannot make up my mind whether to trade it or sell it privately. :mad2:

    Advice?
     
  2. Motoring Magic

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    10 k is too low

    I would think you should be able to get north of 14k or thereabouts privately
     
  3. Dave.0

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    Wow nice car, I would say at least 14k but it depends on the buyer.
     
  4. Mr. Jim

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    Sounds like sweet MINI! I'd try private also.
     
  5. old81

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    I say squeeze the dealer a bit and try to get 12K, most folks will not buy mods and it takes a special person to appreciate a nicely built MINI.

    You might find the right buyer, but you will have to wait for him/her to make you the right offer.

    I suspect 12K even with the right buyer, you have all this in your M/A garage I hope.

    Don
     
  6. jiminni

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    Have you thought about parting some of it out? I'd be interested in the GP IC for my wife's new car :D
     
  7. UKXPAT

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    Maybe, I'll let you know.
     
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    They seem to be at their maximum. I got them up a $1,000 from where they started out.
     
  9. BlwnAway

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    This might be a nice option, if you have your old parts, swap back what you can & the dealer won't notice, trade it in, sell just your "goodies" outright.

    Good Luck
     
  10. UKXPAT

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    Let me know how much you would offer and I'll decide if it's worth taking off.
     
  11. old81

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    Sad, a 1K bump, try harder. :)

    You could part it out, but the RMW build would not be the same without the great additions. :)

    I say come as close as you can to the 12K, then let the dealer try to get 15K for it.

    Don
     
  12. UKXPAT

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    i have taken the GP IC off so if interested let me know, otherwise will go on eBay.
     
  13. jiminni

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    Ok....give me a few, I'm 35 miles into a 60 mile bike ride.....sag stop...I'll def. get back to you
     
  14. TunedMINI

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    Is the vehicle still available? If so, I am very interested!
     
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    I'm in WI, you being in IL.. Very convenient for both of us! Hah
     

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