Carmax Bentley Appraisal Offer - Owning a Bentley Arnage - Episode 19

[@pmvaldez1]

I brought my 1997 Toyota Camry with 306k on the odometer to Carmax. They offered me a can of Coke and a fun sized Snickers. I seriously considered their offer...

[@gilbertvehicleservices]

My in-laws own a 1999 Toyota Camry with 468k miles. That generation Camry is very reliable.

[@pmvaldez1]

@@gilbertvehicleservices it is a good car, I just have come to a point where the upkeep is in excess of what I paid for it. It needs suspension work and a new oil pump to fix a leak. I'm selling it to a friend for $500. It's got a new alternator, timing belt, oil pressure sensor, tires and battery. I recently got a 2009 Honda Fit and I love it.

[@JoshsWorld]

I have a 1997 4Runner with almost 250k miles, maybe I should get that appraised next.

[@pmvaldez1]

@@JoshsWorld those older SUVs seem to be gaining in value lol.

[@juststuff5216]

Better the devil you know! My Toyota was worth less than my socks. However when I saw all the repairs my fellow VW (Golf - especially), BMW, Ford etc owners had to deal with... not to mention my brothers hideous unreliable Porsche ...... cars with less than 1/4 of the miles my Toyota had, but with far more costly problems .. I decided to hold on to it. Unfortunately I feel ill, and due to medication I had my license revoked and it had to go. I got £80 for it ... 80 pieces of silver. I cried for days 😭

[@simoncrabb]

The Arnage is probably the nicest looking Bentley ever.

[@JoshsWorld]

Completely agree!

[@rogerchavez6215]

Yeah, I agree. It look like my KIA Amanti's twin brother.

[@stanleyreynolds7800]

Wow! That's more than I'd offer for it. When you have that costs more to repair than it's worth, any positive offer is a plus.

[@grahamday813]

Hey Josh Think your videos are great and really it was due too you that I decided to take the plunge and buy my Bentley Arnage T (2003) as my everyday car I think I will start uploading videos of it. as I have owned it three months and have clocked up over 7000 miles it is just orgasmic and when I bought it the dash was like a xmas tree with all the lights coming on after three months every light is now out and. I have spent only £1000 so far so other than fuel costs it is the bees knees

[@JoshsWorld]

It is nice to hear when a fellow enthusiast decides to take the plunge into Bentley ownership. I hope the car continues to serve you well and I encourage you to upload those videos to share your experience. Enjoy!

[@malcolmgay2206]

Really sad you have to sell the car but this will see you one day closer to your next gem of a car. In Australia a special Bentley like yours would sell for $AUD100,000 plus. Catch is that the steering wheel was put on the wrong side.😳 Good luck with the sale someone is about to buy a gem of a Bentley Please keep us posted on where you are next.

[@JoshsWorld]

Thanks, Malcolm!

[@dominickcolasanto6582]

Great video, sad to see it go I have a 2000 red label and love it even though i don't drive it too much going on nice to see you driving it.

[@JoshsWorld]

Thanks! They are amazing cars.

[@harrismi7]

It's cool that Carmax took their time with the car and offered more than you expected. I spend some time looking at cars on Bring a Trailer, have you thought about putting it on there?

[@JoshsWorld]

Yes, that is probably where I will list the car.

[@sloanbj]

Sold??

[@skelejp9982]

In my honest opinion, this T24 Le Mans Type is the most Beautiful Arnage out there ! I at least consider it like 20% more Value ,than a reg.. Bentley Arnage . Josh, no Car Buyer Company will pay more for the car because of special options, because they have no guarantee ,they be able to sell the Car for a Special Options price ! I remember my friend made a Deal with a local Benz Dealer, he bought a Nakamichi Audio Set worth 20,000 ,for 5,000 because they Dealer never would be able to sell the Car for more , with this Audio set . Greetings , and don 't Sell it !

[@malcolmgay2206]

I think people seek out those special cars and are willing to pay more. There won't be many such people but hey you only need one or if it's a property auction two at the auction is very good

[@dougsharples380]

Wow. Can’t believe you’re contemplating selling the always rare Arnage?!?! The last handcrafted car that will undoubtedly rocket up in value in the future. You must have your reasons though so respect. I’ll be keeping a death grip on my ‘07 Arnage R Mulliner

[@dlwst44]

Doug Sharples 4 doors is usually a real limiting factor usually. The continental gt will be the only car of the 2000’s to have a shot at increasing value. More specifically the convertibles and speed models.

[@JoshsWorld]

Hard to predict values, but definitely the last of the low-production models.

[@dougsharples380]

dlwst44 - Don’t tell that to the gazillions of boring SUV drivers out there ☝️😆

[@kevinedwards5719]

Wow I thought they would offer more. I wanted to buy your Bentley when said it was for sale but I couldn't wait. I bought a 07 AMG 65 from a plastic surgeon for north of $35k with 46k miles. How do you want for the Bentley?

[@JoshsWorld]

I will likely sell it on an auction site so price will be highest bid.

[@InternetDude]

I like your Bentley! I’m selling my 06 Jag XJR, love it but it’s time to let it go, I understand where you’re at.

[@jimamimas]

Dude your videos are pretty good! Unfortunately, nobody wants to watch 20+ videos on the same old Bentley, so you probably won't attract viewers like this. But thanks for posting! Cool content.

[@thr33nine]

Hey Josh, how tall are you? Your seem to place the top of your head in the sunroof. I'm 6'4 so the struggle is real...

[@JoshsWorld]

6' 3"... The car is not as spacious as I expected, but it is still comfortable.

[@marksayers3721]

I would hate to see you sell it it is a beautiful car. I just wish I had money to buy it when you do want to sell it LOL. It would be an upgrade for my Jaguar.

[@JoshsWorld]

Sadly, I sold it in December 2019.

[@sell]

What is KBB trade in on the car?

[@JoshsWorld]

Bentley isn't listed on KBB.

[@sell]

JoshsWorld.com oddly true! I always saw them as an option in the drop down list, but never knew they don’t provide values. It looks like it doesn’t pull a value for any year Bentley, Weirder that you can try to search for an 05 value, but not 04. In the end it says a data point is missing so doesn’t show anything.

[@projectpita6830]

I have a 2003 s430 that needs to go, has 113k on it. My offer is 35k if you would consider. Love the videos but stuck on a budget. My mechanic said that my s430 will drive my till Armageddon so also not in a rush.. thanks for all your content.

[@JoshsWorld]

I'll post an update when the car is officially listed for sale.

[@projectpita6830]

Excellent..😀

[@jaythrash8804]

35k for a 2003 S430? Don't you think it's a bit much?

[@suitedrider4066]

Did it sell?

[@JeffMedved]

Damn, it's sale time already? I'm working my way into a Park Ward...thought we'd go cruising some time? By the time I land it you'll have moved-on. :-/

[@JoshsWorld]

Hopefully I will have something cruise-worthy again in the future.

[@road2theoscars]

How much are you asking for the car?

[@markbojanjac6805]

As a collector of several completely different types of cars, I'll NEVER part with mine. It's just too much car.......and too much car for the money. Like you, I have had ZERO bad things happen with it - it's simply exquisitely well-made.....'everywhere'. It was never in fashion so it'll never be out of fashion. It' supremely comfortable, powerful enough and has way, way more road-presence than any crass SUV. Try valet parking your 'metoo' SUV at the best restaurant in town. Hand built class isn't about resale value or even transport, it's about how it makes YOU feel. This is Saville Row on wheels. Weigh up the paltry exit $ and its simply more joy kept than sold.

[@JoshsWorld]

Thanks for making a difficult decision even harder! Haha!

[@markbojanjac6805]

The relatively minimal money involved means you can likely afford to retain it if you really want. Space issues aside that is. I always ask myself "would I buy this car at his price". If the answers is yes then the course forward is obviously keep it and vice versa. @@JoshsWorld

[@markbojanjac6805]

In fact, I prescribe immediately watching Jeremy Clarkson's Top Gear reviews of the Arnage T. That should cure it.

[@Fareastender]

Your car looks to be in great condition and no one is ever going to build a 'Rolls-Royce' Bentley again. Why not put it in storage for a decade? These cars have hit rock bottom price wise and can only appreciate. The Azure is over £100,000 in UK, a similar year/condition Arnage £40,000. It's onwards and upwards mate!

[@JoshsWorld]

When it comes to appreciation, 2-door cars tend to fare better than sedans. I hope the car does appreciate as you say, but unfortunately for me, that will be for the next owner to discover.

[@deep8873]

Josh you are being way too hard on yourself you are not dragging your feet in selling this car, suggest you slam the process into reverse or if its part of a deal to her happy place the process into neutral, regards from Oz (Birkin Owner thanks to you mate)

[@JoshsWorld]

Thanks, Dee. Always appreciate your comments!

[@alainfmutabazi2332]

When u own a car like that u immediately think about starting a collection of limited edition and rare cars

[@JoshsWorld]

Good idea!

[@rosen9425]

Then reality hits. I'm not Jay Leno, did not have the world's most popular late night show for a very long time. Commence sadness 😞

[@dlwst44]

Consignment sale???

[@JoshsWorld]

Probably bringatrailer.com

[@cvp911t]

That will be a tough car to let go of. Good video! Thanks for not dragging it out. :)

[@double8beats]

Wtf do you do for work?

[@foadrightnow5725]

I think you should keep it. How much are you wanting for it? I'd give you $35,000 for it. Let me know.

[@JoshsWorld]

When I list it, I will probably set the reserve around that figure.

[@jonhettrick7969]

I love that car

[@JoshsWorld]

It's an all-time favorite for me.

[@jusmyamg65]

Sorry you have to get rid of the car it's really nice!

[@JoshsWorld]

Thanks!

[@varffman1053]

MORE videos PLEES ; P

[@jeezydb8507]

$18000

[@Stettenbauer]

Don't sell it !

[@santopaz7068]

Do not buy... "...endless British money pit..." Scott Kilmer...

[@JoshsWorld]

Many hobbies are money pits.. yet quite enjoyable :)

[@TheJiggs666]

I think the offer was more than fair.