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1996 Mazda 626, No Reserve on 2040-cars

Year:1997 Mileage:228970 Color: of the car is green and is showing signs of wear and is faded
Location:

Anaheim, California, United States

Anaheim, California, United States

 PLEASE READ AD IN FULL PRIOR TO BIDDING!


ALL NEW EBAY BIDDERS, FIRST TIME BIDDERS TO OUR SITE, OR BIDDERS WITH "0" FEEDBACK MUST CONTACT OUR OFFICE WITH YOUR NAME AND PHONE NUMBER BEFORE BIDDING OR YOUR BID WILL BE CANCELED! PLEASE CALL (714) 991-6044.  (IF NO ANSWER, CONTACT SELLER THROUGH EBAY)

TODO POSTOR NUEVO EN EBAY, O PRIMERA VEZ APOSTANDO, O POSTOR CON "0" INFORMACION, TENDRA QUE COMUNICARSE CON NUESTRA OFICINA Y DAR SU NOMBRE Y TELEFONO ANTES DE APOSTAR. SINO LA CONCECUENCIA SERA QUE LA APUESTA SERA CANCELADA! (714) 991-6044.


Item Description

Up for auction is a 1996 Mazda 626 that was recently donated to a national charitable foundation and is being sold with NO RESERVE.

The vehicle is equipped with a 6cyl engine and a 5 speed manual transmission.  The odometer shows 228,970 miles.  It’s fairly well equipped with most of the options.  The seats are tan and appear to be in decent condition, although a good detail will make a huge difference.  The exterior of the car is green and is showing signs of wear and is faded.  It has a few door dings and scratches.  The tires appear to HAVE ROUGHLY 30% road life left.  Please refer to the photos included in this auction for more description details.

This vehicle RUNS rough.

***The check engine light appears to be on.***


Title and DMV

This vehicle comes with a salvage California Title and its Registration was valid through 8/14.   All taxes, fees, and penalties due to the DMV, are the responsibility of the buyer.


Disclaimer

This vehicle was donated!  Therefore we do not have ANY information regarding the history or condition of the vehicle other than what we can see.  We do not perform any physical or mechanical inspections on the vehicle.  No vehicles are test driven so we cannot vouch for any drivability nor condition of the motor or transmission unless it is evident when the vehicle is dropped off.  We can only describe what is evident.  There may be other problems with the vehicle which are not apparent, visible or known.  We are not responsible for inaccurate or incomplete descriptions of the vehicle.  We make every effort to photograph details, however, if something is missed or damage is not shown that is not our responsibility.  The buyer has every opportunity to inspect the vehicle PRIOR to bidding.  If you cannot inspect the vehicle prior to bidding then you are bidding at your own risk.  Every vehicle is sold in “as is” and “where is” condition.  Once the vehicle is paid for and leaves our lot there are NO REFUNDS and NO RECOURSE.  Buyers may schedule an appointment to view any vehicle by calling (714) 991-6044.


Payment Terms

·       Deposit must be received within 24 hours of the end of the auction.  Full payment is required within three (3) days of the end of the auction.

·       All auctions are subject to a doc fee as follows:

o   $75.00 for vehicle under $1,000

o   $100.00 for vehicles over $1,000 and $50.00 for every $1,000 thereafter

·       Vehicles not paid for in full within three (3) days of end of auction will be subject to a penalty of $50.00 plus $20.00 PER DAY in storage fees (storage fees are not negotiable and must be paid prior to release of vehicle).

·       Vehicles not paid for within one week of end of auction will result in buyer’s privileges revoked and vehicle to be relisted on ebay.


Payment Type

We accept cash in person, credit card (Visa and MC and Discovery only) and PayPal (up to $1,000.00) only.  Cashier’s checks may be used for payment but vehicle will not be released until cashier’s check clears (up to three business days).


NO Refund and NO Warranty Policy

All cars are sold in AS IS and WHERE IS condition with all faults – known and unknown, described or not described.  Should there be ANY mechanical issues discovered after the purchase of the vehicle there will be no recourse offered by the Seller.  The Buyer will be 100% responsible for any problems discovered after the vehicle leaves the lot.  Seller makes NO warranties as to the condition of any vehicle.  Descriptions and photos contained herein may not be accurate and buyer is 100% responsible for inspecting the vehicle prior to bidding.  NO REFUNDS will be given on any purchased vehicle under any circumstances.  ALL SALES ARE FINAL!


Pick Up Location and Contact Information

All winning bidders are responsible for picking up their vehicle(s) at our lot located at 928 E. Vermont Ave, Anaheim, CA 92805.  Call our offices at (714) 991-6044 if you have any questions or wish to schedule an appointment to view a car.


About our Ebay Auction

·       There is NO Buy It Now price so please do not ask.

·       We reserve the right to end any auction early for any reason.

·       We do not accept trades nor can you trade your vehicle for another vehicle we have listed on ebay.

·       We do not sell parts off any vehicle and vehicles will not be parted out.

·       DO NOT BID if you do not intend to complete the transaction.

·       CALL US if you have any questions PRIOR to bidding (714) 991-6044.

·       We reserve the right to block any bidder for any reason.

·       By placing a bid you acknowledge that you have read and understand and agree to the terms of this listing.

·       All vehicles are delivered at our location.  Buyers are responsible for picking vehicles up or arranging their own transportation.

·       All sales are FINAL!

PLEASE READ AD IN FULL PRIOR TO BIDDING!


ALL NEW EBAY BIDDERS, FIRST TIME BIDDERS TO OUR SITE, OR BIDDERS WITH "0" FEEDBACK MUST CONTACT OUR OFFICE WITH YOUR NAME AND PHONE NUMBER BEFORE BIDDING OR YOUR BID WILL BE CANCELED! PLEASE CALL (714) 991-6044.  (IF NO ANSWER, CONTACT SELLER THROUGH EBAY)

TODO POSTOR NUEVO EN EBAY, O PRIMERA VEZ APOSTANDO, O POSTOR CON "0" INFORMACION, TENDRA QUE COMUNICARSE CON NUESTRA OFICINA Y DAR SU NOMBRE Y TELEFONO ANTES DE APOSTAR. SINO LA CONCECUENCIA SERA QUE LA APUESTA SERA CANCELADA! (714) 991-6044.


Item Description

Up for auction is a 1998 Toyota Avalon that was recently donated to a national charitable foundation and is being sold with NO RESERVE.

The vehicle is equipped with a 6cyl engine and automatic transmission.  The odometer shows 293,717 miles.  It’s fairly well equipped with most of the options.  The seats are tan and appear to be in decent condition, although a good detail will make a huge difference.  The exterior of the car is green and is showing signs of wear and is faded.  It has a few door dings and scratches.  The tires appear to HAVE ROUGHLY 20% road life left.  Please refer to the photos included in this auction for more description details.

This vehicle RUNS but does NOT drive.

***This vehicle has a blown head gasket and needs replacing.***

***The valve cover gasket is leaking oil and needs replacing.***

***The driver’s door does Not open and the windshield is cracked and needs replacing.***


Title and DMV

This vehicle comes with a clear California Title and its Registration was valid through 11/12.   All taxes, fees, and penalties due to the DMV, are the responsibility of the buyer.


Disclaimer

This vehicle was donated!  Therefore we do not have ANY information regarding the history or condition of the vehicle other than what we can see.  We do not perform any physical or mechanical inspections on the vehicle.  No vehicles are test driven so we cannot vouch for any drivability nor condition of the motor or transmission unless it is evident when the vehicle is dropped off.  We can only describe what is evident.  There may be other problems with the vehicle which are not apparent, visible or known.  We are not responsible for inaccurate or incomplete descriptions of the vehicle.  We make every effort to photograph details, however, if something is missed or damage is not shown that is not our responsibility.  The buyer has every opportunity to inspect the vehicle PRIOR to bidding.  If you cannot inspect the vehicle prior to bidding then you are bidding at your own risk.  Every vehicle is sold in “as is” and “where is” condition.  Once the vehicle is paid for and leaves our lot there are NO REFUNDS and NO RECOURSE.  Buyers may schedule an appointment to view any vehicle by calling (714) 991-6044.


Payment Terms

·       Deposit must be received within 24 hours of the end of the auction.  Full payment is required within three (3) days of the end of the auction.

·       All auctions are subject to a doc fee as follows:

o   $75.00 for vehicle under $1,000

o   $100.00 for vehicles over $1,000 and $50.00 for every $1,000 thereafter

·       Vehicles not paid for in full within three (3) days of end of auction will be subject to a penalty of $50.00 plus $20.00 PER DAY in storage fees (storage fees are not negotiable and must be paid prior to release of vehicle).

·       Vehicles not paid for within one week of end of auction will result in buyer’s privileges revoked and vehicle to be relisted on ebay.


Payment Type

We accept cash in person, credit card (Visa and MC and Discovery only) and PayPal (up to $1,000.00) only.  Cashier’s checks may be used for payment but vehicle will not be released until cashier’s check clears (up to three business days).


NO Refund and NO Warranty Policy

All cars are sold in AS IS and WHERE IS condition with all faults – known and unknown, described or not described.  Should there be ANY mechanical issues discovered after the purchase of the vehicle there will be no recourse offered by the Seller.  The Buyer will be 100% responsible for any problems discovered after the vehicle leaves the lot.  Seller makes NO warranties as to the condition of any vehicle.  Descriptions and photos contained herein may not be accurate and buyer is 100% responsible for inspecting the vehicle prior to bidding.  NO REFUNDS will be given on any purchased vehicle under any circumstances.  ALL SALES ARE FINAL!


Pick Up Location and Contact Information

All winning bidders are responsible for picking up their vehicle(s) at our lot located at 928 E. Vermont Ave, Anaheim, CA 92805.  Call our offices at (714) 991-6044 if you have any questions or wish to schedule an appointment to view a car.


About our Ebay Auction

·       There is NO Buy It Now price so please do not ask.

·       We reserve the right to end any auction early for any reason.

·       We do not accept trades nor can you trade your vehicle for another vehicle we have listed on ebay.

·       We do not sell parts off any vehicle and vehicles will not be parted out.

·       DO NOT BID if you do not intend to complete the transaction.

·       CALL US if you have any questions PRIOR to bidding (714) 991-6044.

·       We reserve the right to block any bidder for any reason.

·       By placing a bid you acknowledge that you have read and understand and agree to the terms of this listing.

·       All vehicles are delivered at our location.  Buyers are responsible for picking vehicles up or arranging their own transportation.

·       All sales are FINAL!

PLEASE READ AD IN FULL PRIOR TO BIDDING!


ALL NEW EBAY BIDDERS, FIRST TIME BIDDERS TO OUR SITE, OR BIDDERS WITH "0" FEEDBACK MUST CONTACT OUR OFFICE WITH YOUR NAME AND PHONE NUMBER BEFORE BIDDING OR YOUR BID WILL BE CANCELED! PLEASE CALL (714) 991-6044.  (IF NO ANSWER, CONTACT SELLER THROUGH EBAY)

TODO POSTOR NUEVO EN EBAY, O PRIMERA VEZ APOSTANDO, O POSTOR CON "0" INFORMACION, TENDRA QUE COMUNICARSE CON NUESTRA OFICINA Y DAR SU NOMBRE Y TELEFONO ANTES DE APOSTAR. SINO LA CONCECUENCIA SERA QUE LA APUESTA SERA CANCELADA! (714) 991-6044.


Item Description

Up for auction is a 1998 Toyota Avalon that was recently donated to a national charitable foundation and is being sold with NO RESERVE.

The vehicle is equipped with a 6cyl engine and automatic transmission.  The odometer shows 293,717 miles.  It’s fairly well equipped with most of the options.  The seats are tan and appear to be in decent condition, although a good detail will make a huge difference.  The exterior of the car is green and is showing signs of wear and is faded.  It has a few door dings and scratches.  The tires appear to HAVE ROUGHLY 20% road life left.  Please refer to the photos included in this auction for more description details.

This vehicle RUNS but does NOT drive.

***This vehicle has a blown head gasket and needs replacing.***

***The valve cover gasket is leaking oil and needs replacing.***

***The driver’s door does Not open and the windshield is cracked and needs replacing.***


Title and DMV

This vehicle comes with a clear California Title and its Registration was valid through 11/12.   All taxes, fees, and penalties due to the DMV, are the responsibility of the buyer.


Disclaimer

This vehicle was donated!  Therefore we do not have ANY information regarding the history or condition of the vehicle other than what we can see.  We do not perform any physical or mechanical inspections on the vehicle.  No vehicles are test driven so we cannot vouch for any drivability nor condition of the motor or transmission unless it is evident when the vehicle is dropped off.  We can only describe what is evident.  There may be other problems with the vehicle which are not apparent, visible or known.  We are not responsible for inaccurate or incomplete descriptions of the vehicle.  We make every effort to photograph details, however, if something is missed or damage is not shown that is not our responsibility.  The buyer has every opportunity to inspect the vehicle PRIOR to bidding.  If you cannot inspect the vehicle prior to bidding then you are bidding at your own risk.  Every vehicle is sold in “as is” and “where is” condition.  Once the vehicle is paid for and leaves our lot there are NO REFUNDS and NO RECOURSE.  Buyers may schedule an appointment to view any vehicle by calling (714) 991-6044.


Payment Terms

·       Deposit must be received within 24 hours of the end of the auction.  Full payment is required within three (3) days of the end of the auction.

·       All auctions are subject to a doc fee as follows:

o   $75.00 for vehicle under $1,000

o   $100.00 for vehicles over $1,000 and $50.00 for every $1,000 thereafter

·       Vehicles not paid for in full within three (3) days of end of auction will be subject to a penalty of $50.00 plus $20.00 PER DAY in storage fees (storage fees are not negotiable and must be paid prior to release of vehicle).

·       Vehicles not paid for within one week of end of auction will result in buyer’s privileges revoked and vehicle to be relisted on ebay.


Payment Type

We accept cash in person, credit card (Visa and MC and Discovery only) and PayPal (up to $1,000.00) only.  Cashier’s checks may be used for payment but vehicle will not be released until cashier’s check clears (up to three business days).


NO Refund and NO Warranty Policy

All cars are sold in AS IS and WHERE IS condition with all faults – known and unknown, described or not described.  Should there be ANY mechanical issues discovered after the purchase of the vehicle there will be no recourse offered by the Seller.  The Buyer will be 100% responsible for any problems discovered after the vehicle leaves the lot.  Seller makes NO warranties as to the condition of any vehicle.  Descriptions and photos contained herein may not be accurate and buyer is 100% responsible for inspecting the vehicle prior to bidding.  NO REFUNDS will be given on any purchased vehicle under any circumstances.  ALL SALES ARE FINAL!


Pick Up Location and Contact Information

All winning bidders are responsible for picking up their vehicle(s) at our lot located at 928 E. Vermont Ave, Anaheim, CA 92805.  Call our offices at (714) 991-6044 if you have any questions or wish to schedule an appointment to view a car.


About our Ebay Auction

·       There is NO Buy It Now price so please do not ask.

·       We reserve the right to end any auction early for any reason.

·       We do not accept trades nor can you trade your vehicle for another vehicle we have listed on ebay.

·       We do not sell parts off any vehicle and vehicles will not be parted out.

·       DO NOT BID if you do not intend to complete the transaction.

·       CALL US if you have any questions PRIOR to bidding (714) 991-6044.

·       We reserve the right to block any bidder for any reason.

·       By placing a bid you acknowledge that you have read and understand and agree to the terms of this listing.

·       All vehicles are delivered at our location.  Buyers are responsible for picking vehicles up or arranging their own transportation.

·       All sales are FINAL!

PLEASE READ AD IN FULL PRIOR TO BIDDING!


ALL NEW EBAY BIDDERS, FIRST TIME BIDDERS TO OUR SITE, OR BIDDERS WITH "0" FEEDBACK MUST CONTACT OUR OFFICE WITH YOUR NAME AND PHONE NUMBER BEFORE BIDDING OR YOUR BID WILL BE CANCELED! PLEASE CALL (714) 991-6044.  (IF NO ANSWER, CONTACT SELLER THROUGH EBAY)

TODO POSTOR NUEVO EN EBAY, O PRIMERA VEZ APOSTANDO, O POSTOR CON "0" INFORMACION, TENDRA QUE COMUNICARSE CON NUESTRA OFICINA Y DAR SU NOMBRE Y TELEFONO ANTES DE APOSTAR. SINO LA CONCECUENCIA SERA QUE LA APUESTA SERA CANCELADA! (714) 991-6044.


Item Description

Up for auction is a 1998 Toyota Avalon that was recently donated to a national charitable foundation and is being sold with NO RESERVE.

The vehicle is equipped with a 6cyl engine and automatic transmission.  The odometer shows 293,717 miles.  It’s fairly well equipped with most of the options.  The seats are tan and appear to be in decent condition, although a good detail will make a huge difference.  The exterior of the car is green and is showing signs of wear and is faded.  It has a few door dings and scratches.  The tires appear to HAVE ROUGHLY 20% road life left.  Please refer to the photos included in this auction for more description details.

This vehicle RUNS but does NOT drive.

***This vehicle has a blown head gasket and needs replacing.***


Title and DMV

This vehicle comes with a clear California Title and its Registration was valid through 11/12.   All taxes, fees, and penalties due to the DMV, are the responsibility of the buyer.


Disclaimer

This vehicle was donated!  Therefore we do not have ANY information regarding the history or condition of the vehicle other than what we can see.  We do not perform any physical or mechanical inspections on the vehicle.  No vehicles are test driven so we cannot vouch for any drivability nor condition of the motor or transmission unless it is evident when the vehicle is dropped off.  We can only describe what is evident.  There may be other problems with the vehicle which are not apparent, visible or known.  We are not responsible for inaccurate or incomplete descriptions of the vehicle.  We make every effort to photograph details, however, if something is missed or damage is not shown that is not our responsibility.  The buyer has every opportunity to inspect the vehicle PRIOR to bidding.  If you cannot inspect the vehicle prior to bidding then you are bidding at your own risk.  Every vehicle is sold in “as is” and “where is” condition.  Once the vehicle is paid for and leaves our lot there are NO REFUNDS and NO RECOURSE.  Buyers may schedule an appointment to view any vehicle by calling (714) 991-6044.


Payment Terms

·       Deposit must be received within 24 hours of the end of the auction.  Full payment is required within three (3) days of the end of the auction.

·       All auctions are subject to a doc fee as follows:

o   $75.00 for vehicle under $1,000

o   $100.00 for vehicles over $1,000 and $50.00 for every $1,000 thereafter

·       Vehicles not paid for in full within three (3) days of end of auction will be subject to a penalty of $50.00 plus $20.00 PER DAY in storage fees (storage fees are not negotiable and must be paid prior to release of vehicle).

·       Vehicles not paid for within one week of end of auction will result in buyer’s privileges revoked and vehicle to be relisted on ebay.


Payment Type

We accept cash in person, credit card (Visa and MC and Discovery only) and PayPal (up to $1,000.00) only.  Cashier’s checks may be used for payment but vehicle will not be released until cashier’s check clears (up to three business days).


NO Refund and NO Warranty Policy

All cars are sold in AS IS and WHERE IS condition with all faults – known and unknown, described or not described.  Should there be ANY mechanical issues discovered after the purchase of the vehicle there will be no recourse offered by the Seller.  The Buyer will be 100% responsible for any problems discovered after the vehicle leaves the lot.  Seller makes NO warranties as to the condition of any vehicle.  Descriptions and photos contained herein may not be accurate and buyer is 100% responsible for inspecting the vehicle prior to bidding.  NO REFUNDS will be given on any purchased vehicle under any circumstances.  ALL SALES ARE FINAL!


Pick Up Location and Contact Information

All winning bidders are responsible for picking up their vehicle(s) at our lot located at 928 E. Vermont Ave, Anaheim, CA 92805.  Call our offices at (714) 991-6044 if you have any questions or wish to schedule an appointment to view a car.


About our Ebay Auction

·       There is NO Buy It Now price so please do not ask.

·       We reserve the right to end any auction early for any reason.

·       We do not accept trades nor can you trade your vehicle for another vehicle we have listed on ebay.

·       We do not sell parts off any vehicle and vehicles will not be parted out.

·       DO NOT BID if you do not intend to complete the transaction.

·       CALL US if you have any questions PRIOR to bidding (714) 991-6044.

·       We reserve the right to block any bidder for any reason.

·       By placing a bid you acknowledge that you have read and understand and agree to the terms of this listing.

·       All vehicles are delivered at our location.  Buyers are responsible for picking vehicles up or arranging their own transportation.

·       All sales are FINAL!                                                

 

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Should you buy a leftover 2015 or a brand new 2016 model?

Fri, Nov 13 2015

One of the most common questions I get asked as a car dealer and auto auctioneer is, "When is the best time to buy a new car?" The answer is usually the time period between Labor Day and the middle of November. That's because this is when new car dealers and the manufacturers are trying to get rid of their current-model-year vehicles to make way for a small army of 2016 models. Rebates, incentives, cheap financing, and overstocks of unpopular models all help create the liquidity needed to turn the old inventory into a new set of wheels for the buying public – often at a very reduced price. But sometimes the "old" new car isn't a better pick than the "new" new car. It depends on a lot of factors, including the car in question and the differences from one model year to the next. I recently received an email from Jeff, who is interested in the Mazda CX-9 and asks whether he should buy a 2015 model or wait for the new version that will debut soon in LA. I'll use his as the example case. Length of Ownership The longer you own a vehicle, the less model year depreciation will be an issue. For example, the difference in value between a five-year-old Mazda 6 and a six-year-old version is about $1,500 according to the Manheim Market Report ($5,600 vs. $4,100). But if you look at the difference between 10-year-old and 9-year-old versions of that same vehicle, the price difference shrinks all the way down to $200. Because Jeff plans to own his new crossover for many years, the 2015 model wins in this category. View 19 Photos Rebates and Incentives The current CX-9 has a $4,000 cash incentive from Mazda. This is in part because Mazda still has quite a few left over. That $4,000 rebate for the current model is already coupled with even stronger discounts at the dealer level for those leftover 2015 models. TrueCar is showing that a loaded 2015 model can be had for $7,000 off the sticker at $28,600. You may even be able to beat that price by negotiating the deal yourself. Another thing to consider is that new models tend to be in high demand when they launch, which means that your purchase price will likely be substantially higher with the new model than it will with a leftover 2015. Again, financially speaking, this is a vote for the 2015 model. New Stuff It's also important to weigh what new features will come along with the updated model and how important they are to you.

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