At last, I have returned to a residence that accommodates a second vehicle, thus I am eager to acquire a convertible Mercedes. It has been eight years since I disposed of my exquisite SLK32, which appears to have undergone a plate alteration as it has vanished. I would consider another option, yet I have always been enamoured with the R171 SLK55, making it my primary choice; the 32 models exhibit erratic pricing, take considerable time to sell, and most suffer from cosmetic defects, which I wish to avoid, as I prefer any rust to remain concealed on the subframe! The 55 models with approximately 70,000 miles appear to be priced between £14,000 and £16,000. On the opposite end of the spectrum, there are several questionable options available on eBay priced between £8,000 and £9,000. There are several potentially altered versions priced at approximately £16,000. I am seeking a vehicle priced between £10,000 and £12,000, with little concern for mileage, focusing instead on its condition.
I have observed numerous properties that have remained on the market for an extended period without selling, as well as those with seemingly overly ambitious pricing. There is a listing on eBay for a vehicle that has accumulated 152,000 miles and has been declared a total loss, priced at £12,500. I have no interest in that specific option, but I believe that if a quality, low-mileage vehicle can be acquired for £15k, then a high-mileage, totalled vehicle should be considerably cheaper, and I would anticipate a price closer to the £8-9k range.
What price would you anticipate for a vehicle with a pristine history and excellent condition that has surpassed 100,000 miles? Is my financial allocation insufficient to acquire a satisfactory option?