Appreciate some advice pls. Sitting on 97,000kms 2012 Nissan Qashqai. Is it better for my back pocket to trade-up to a later model now with a car yard before i hit 100,000km mark? Top runner never given me any trouble and loves its regular service. Owned it 5 yrs. Many thanks.
mrfxit,
Jun 28, 5:40pm
Theres your answer.
"Top runner never given me any trouble and loves its regular service. Owned it 5 yrs"
smallwoods,
Jun 28, 5:57pm
100,000 km is only 80,000 miles. Hardly run in.
Seriously though, trouble free so far. Just keep up maintenance and keep it.
Most of our cars are kept to well over 200,000 km. Falcon did 350,000 before we sold it, owed us nothing. Apart from consumables, we replace a throttle spring. 2011 Ranger is over 200,000 km now, will keep it until 300,000.
fishb8,
Jun 28, 6:06pm
100k kilometers = 62137.119 miles
tamarillo,
Jun 28, 6:24pm
Trisha, nope it has lots of miles left it in it and you’re better spending some cash on preventative maintenance. Ask trustees mechanic about weak points that may be worth attending to. That might include getting a specialist to do gearbox service if it’s a CVT which I think it is. Your own mechanic can do cam belt, water pump etc as needed. Ask them. Certainly could be auxiliary belts. Give it a birthday and enjoy another 100k
trisha2,
Jun 28, 7:09pm
Thank you all so very much for these hot tips. Its staying right here then. I have a dam good mechanic onboard to keep an eye on things including the gearbox. All the best to you men.
s_nz,
Jun 28, 9:18pm
Financially you are almost always better to keep your current vehicle than to trade up to a newer one.
That is because generally depreciation is generally steeper at the start of ownership. Japanese cars generally should run comfortably past 300,000km if they are maintained properly.
If you want a newer vehicle, then go for it, but don't view it as a financial move.
There are a few exemptions to the above; - The particular model commands a high price in the used market, such as desirable new models like the Tesla model 3 & new shape Suzuki Jimmy. This can also apply to things like ute's and land-cruisers where the early depreciation can be oddly low. - You are changing to something massively cheaper to run, and you drive reasonable distances. I.e. trading in an old commodore for a leaf or Prius when you have an 80km round trip commute. - You get massive discounts off the price of new cars - generally apply to companies buying in bulk like the police force or rental car companies.
kazbanz,
Jun 28, 9:58pm
I think the important question is. "were you thinking of moving the vehicle on anyway" ? or was it just the close to 100k that prompted you? if its in your mind to do so then yes being under 100k does make a difference to buyers.
trisha2,
Jun 28, 10:42pm
Kazbanz yes the mileage is prompting me to letting it go for a (semi) decent return. Im not after brand new whatsoever just low mileage and spotted this one.
Listing #: 2676473133
kazbanz,
Jun 29, 1:46am
looks like a nice vehicle
msigg,
Jun 29, 2:30am
Well if you don't mind spending a few more dollars then let the old one go and buy the new one. The new one is a far better car, looks great. Life is short so you must do what you can when you can, it feels like a new lease on life when you buy a new car, great stuff, Most of the older cars we all sell will keep going for ages, that's not the point, If you want it get it, you can't take the dollars with you. Second hand cars will be going up in price soon, thats a prediction that was said on TV. Go for it.
smallwoods,
Jun 29, 2:32am
Yes, just couldn't be bothered working it out.
cjohnw,
Jun 29, 2:55am
I know what I would do. I have never kept a car beyond about 120,000km. But that’s just me.
toenail,
Jun 29, 4:46am
yes if you want a better trade in value. 100,000km drops that value significantly. However, trade-in values are at least 30% below market value.
bill1451,
Jun 29, 4:57am
lol lol thats about me when I buy them, 100,000 plus
buyit59,
Jun 29, 6:33am
I'm with Kaz on #10 . If you do keep it over 100,000km then keep it until 140,000km max as I think that is next major depreciation point with buyers.
trisha2,
Jul 14, 9:56pm
Thanks everyone for your advice. I also tend to flick them on before 100k mark not knowing exactly the workings of the price tier. Your support much appreciated. I bought it - nice ride.
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