In the field of importing cars from the USA to PMR, the following trend has emerged: every year, more and more non-accident cars and cars with minimal damage are being purchased. Therefore, in the next article, which will introduce you closer to the American car market, we will focus on pricing for fresh whole cars.
Why does a 2007 Toyota Camry with serious damage at a salvage car auction cost the same as a practically intact 2011 Suzuki Kizashi? There are many reasons: the cost of parts, demand for the model in general, brand trust, and so on. The combination of reasons forms a price index for each car, showing how much the car has lost in value during its operation.
A trick has already been developed: if you want a trouble-free car for a reasonable price, buy the second-to-last body soon after the new one comes out. You can save up to 50%, and you get a fresh car where all the weak points have been eliminated. A headache for dealers can become an opportunity to smartly acquire an excellent car.
Based on reviews and advice from the authoritative portal Consumer Reports, we have compiled the sweetest deals on cars from 2009 to 2013. The most important parameter was the savings when buying in the USA compared to the price of a new car. But we also took into account high reliability, safety, and other parameters from various tests and ratings. Here is a ready-made tip on which cars to pay attention to when buying in America.
2010 Toyota Camry
Average price of a whole car at a dealer: $12,775 (new price: $21,900)
Well-known for its reliability, the Toyota Camry is one of the most attractive used cars. The version with a 3.5 engine loses value slightly more than the four-cylinder, about 2%. However, the model with a 2.4 engine is much more common, more economical (with a new six-speed about 9l/100km), and cheaper to maintain. The restyling in 2010 helped the Toyota Camry to establish itself as a leader in the midsize sedan segment.
Class B. Small cars
| Car | Mileage | New Price | Average Dealer Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Mazda Mazda3 | 69,000 | $17,105 | $10,200 | 40% |
| 2010 Toyota Corolla | 69,000 | $16,850 | $10,525 | 38% |
| 2011 Honda Fit | 40,000 | $19,240 | $14,400 | 25% |
| 2012 Toyota Corolla | 33,000 | $17,910 | $13,625 | 24% |
| 2013 Mazda Mazda3 | 20,000 | $20,350 | $16,025 | 21% |
Class C. Midsize
| Car | Mileage | New Price | Average Dealer Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Toyota Camry | 69,000 | $21,900 | $12,775 | 42% |
| 2011 Mazda Mazda6 | 40,000 | $26,820 | $16,050 | 40% |
| 2012 Ford Fusion | 33,000 | $28,760 | $17,975 | 38% |
| 2013 Honda Accord | 20,000 | $27,995 | $22,775 | 19% |
| 2014 Ford Fusion | 11,000 | $30,500 | $26,825 | 12% |
Small SUVs
| Car | Mileage | New Price | Average Dealer Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Nissan Rogue | 69,000 | $20,340 | $11,900 | 41% |
| 2011 Toyota Rav4 | 40,000 | $25,460 | $18,500 | 27% |
| 2012 Nissan Rogue | 33,000 | $22,780 | $16,100 | 29% |
| 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | 20,000 | $20,370 | $16,375 | 20% |
Midsize SUVs
| Car | Mileage | New Price | Average Dealer Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Acura MDX | 69,000 | $42,230 | $25,225 | 40% |
| 2011 Honda Pilot | 40,000 | $29,645 | $21,325 | 28% |
| 2012 Acura MDX | 33,000 | $42,930 | $29,800 | 31% |
| 2012 Toyota Highlander | 33,000 | $35,300 | $28,775 | 18% |
| 2013 Toyota Highlander | 20,000 | $30,245 | $27,350 | 10% |
Wagons
| Car | Mileage | New Price | Average Dealer Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | 69,000 | $34,020 | $18,300 | 46% |
| 2011 Kia Soul | 40,000 | $18,495 | $14,450 | 22% |
| 2012 Toyota Venza | 33,000 | $36,465 | $25,700 | 30% |
| 2013 Toyota Venza | 20,000 | $39,020 | $31,300 | 20% |
Full-size Sedan
| Car | Mileage | New Price | Average Dealer Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Lincoln MKZ | 69,000 | $34,115 | $16,900 | 50% |
| 2011 Acura TL | 40,000 | $39,035 | $25,275 | 35% |
| 2012 Infiniti G37 | 33,000 | $40,600 | $28,275 | 30% |
| 2012 Lincoln MKZ | 33,000 | $34,645 | $23,050 | 33% |
Luxury Class
| Car | Mileage | New Price | Average Dealer Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Lexus GS 350 | 69,000 | $45,000 | $28,400 | 37% |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C Class | 40,000 | $37,910 | $25,150 | 34% |
| 2012 Infiniti M35h | 33,000 | $53,700 | $34,600 | 36% |
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E Class | 33,000 | $52,990 | $38,775 | 27% |
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz E Class | 11,000 | $54,400 | $50,200 | 8% |
