T-Spot

So I put an ad for my car on Craigslist, just to see if anyone was interested:

http://cleveland.craigslist.org/cto/4059545737.html

The main thing I'm trying to get an opinion on is whether it's worth the time and effort to try to find a private buyer, or if the car is just so old now that even enthusiasts aren't all that interested.

I don't need to sell it. It's in fine shape, and I know I don't want a car payment. But it's also getting to the age that I should do some preventative work, or some general maintenance if I'm going to keep it for another 104k miles. (Timing chain/belt, spark plugs, valve adjustment, that kind of stuff I guess...)

So is a car like mine with near zero modification (only a Bluetooth stereo upgrade and a shiny shifter ****) less appealing because nothing's been done to it (or possibly more appealing because it's a blank slate)? Or is it really just a matter of personal preference and whether someone has the time, money or inclination to take on a modification project?

Two different dealers have told me it would be worth only $5k in trade. KBB says it might be worth more to a private buyer. But I would value the opinion of folks on this forum.

I may just choose to have some work done and keep it a few more years, but if it has some value above what a dealer would pay -- enough to make a significant downpayment on a newer car -- maybe I would let it go.

I've had it for almost 8 years. It's such a solid car. But I don't know all the nuances and details that a real fan would. I've just enjoyed it as an affordable, not too bad on gas, fun to drive car. I've got some more pics in my gallery... and on the Craigslist post.

What's the value of a car of this age and condition in your opinion?

ezone

FYI it's a chain. No interval specified for replacement.

Not my area, I don't know the value of cars the way a salesmaggot would (they might tell you $5k, knowing damn well they will put it on the lot for $9k and get 8k).... also know they will show you anything they want you to see on paper.
(Google 'car dealer four square')
Don't fall for it.

Sell it private party for the most coin.

I'll offer tree fiddy!