another option that just came up is 2012 S 6MT with 52k miles for 25000.
The only bad thing is it never had a service record, came from my state and one owner.

 

That seems like kinda high mileage. I would probably rather have a lower mileage 2010.

My 12 isn't going to have any service records either, as I DIY all maintenance.

 

i see.
thanks. Just a couple of more days for them to get the pricing done for that other 2012.

 

OP, it's reading like you're on the hunt for a G37S Sedan 6MT. How you doing this... trolling Autotrader.com? That's where I was two years ago, and it felt like forever how long it took to find the right car. Lots of considerations to be made here.

Year, make and model are something you've got down; (2010+ G37S Sedan 6MT). In a normal car search, that would be most all you need. Unfortunately, the 6MT Sedan is not a common car... so the advice I'm getting to here is to de-prioritize paint and interior color. Better said, instead of choosing your top-down favorite color options, make a small list of what is flat-out unacceptable. (For me, that was black paint or black leather. Everything else was on the table.)

Troll Autotrader at least twice a day. I know it's frustrating, because at any given time, there might only be a dozen 6MT Sedans listed. Small numbers notwithstanding, after about a month you'll be very familiar with that narrow market, and you'll see the trends as cars come on and off, or are re-listed with lower prices.

Don't get too hung up on Carfax, unless it shows you something that makes you turn a car down.

If you have someone in the area who can go look at the car on your behalf, that's great. If not, with some effort you can probably use social media to network for a person like that. Reach out to Speed Shops where the car is, and you'll find someone who, for a small fee, is willing to do the hands-on analysis and test-drive that you can't, being far away and all.

Decide right now that you're willing to travel to pick up the car. Lots of us here have done that, and it can be kind of fun. Like a big adventure. If you can, bring a friend.

I recommend buying a car that still has some manufacturer's warranty left on it, so that you can use that warranty service at least for the first year of ownership. Beyond that... meh. It's a pretty simple car, mechanically speaking. A fairly well-built Nissan.

Lastly, patience, OP. It took me three months before finding my 6MT... 400 miles from home, and 3900 miles on the clock. Felt like I had found the perfect needle in a haystack.

 

thanks for the info. yea, im trolling autotrader. I'm looking at 5 of them in the area. I have no color preferences, the only requirement is 6MT.
Also trading in my truck as well, don't wanna drive too far cause it might not work out and have to drive it home again. There's 5 of them within a 36 miles radius so its not too bad.

 

So I got the price for the 15k miles one.
Their listed price is 29,994. Its a CPO at the infiniti dealership so it has the 100k warranty.
any thoughts?

 

What year is that one? Option 4 on your list says 16k miles, but if it's the 2012 that's a good starting price, might be able to get another 2k off if you can sweat them out

 

yeah its the 2012 with 16k miles. Came off 1 year lease.
How many of you guys have gotten 2k off their asking price?

 

That doesn't seem like a bad price. The variable in this equation is going to be the trade in they offer on your truck.

 

yeah it's the only thing. I'm sure they always low ball me like the dealership i was asking.

We shall see.

 

That's a very fair price. If that's the starting point, you should look at this seriously, Andy.

Although car prices are regional, the Sedan 6MT often stickered $40K to $42K. Still, if you're in the right place with a motivated dealership and some good negotiation skills yourself, brand new 6MT's could be had for around $36K to $38K, plus tax and delivery. So if you're being offered a G37S Sedan 6MT that's just over a year old, with only 16K miles, rolling off a lease and CPO, with a deep local warranty, then $30K is an excellent opportunity.

You might be looking at your next car.

For context, my 2011 was less than a year old, and a lease-surrender buy-back with 4000 miles, in pristine original condition. They were asking $37K, and I bought it for $32K.


That's completely irrelevant. Make the deal on the car without a trade. Never, ever lead into negotiations by saying, "Yes, I'm trading in a car." Never.

Only after you've established the negotiated price on the next car do you ask the dealership how much they will give you to buy your current car. That's your real price. And if it's not acceptable, then sell it on your own.

 

thanks, i'll keep this in mind.
I knew they were 40k plus new, but after the q50 came out, I was told their price drop about 10k. Going to see it today and see what I can do.

 

It's not completely irrelevant since OP has already said he plans to trade in his truck.

G37 - Truck Trade In = Total Price

You cant ignore the truck trade in, or the realistic value if he sells it himself.

Of course you should negotiate both the car and the trade in seperately. But since the price seems fair based on a cursory search, there might not be $2K in wiggle room. Therefore, you have another lever to pull in negotiations, the trade in.

Would you walk away from the car without even exploring the trade in value if they wouldnt take $2K off the retail price?

 

So I ask her for the OTD price, this is what I got. I haven't mention trade in, but I will after I get a price I like. I want to shoot for $28k out the door before trade in

Selling Price

29,994.00

Total Purchase

29,994.00

Trade Allowance

Trade Difference

Documentation Fee

698
Tax

1,712.81

Non Tax Fees

94.95
Net Price

32,499.76
Trade Payoff
Cash Deposit
.00
Balance

32,499.76

 

Never hurts to ask. If they think you're serious, they'll negotiate.

Is $28 OTD your ceiling? Considering you were looking at older, less expensive options, it's a difficult pill to swallow going up-price. Believe me, I know. I was looking for a 2009 before I found this 2011. However, I have no regrets that keep me up at night.

Also, sometimes dealerships have more incentive to negotiate if you go through them for financing.