[ArcticOne]

I have zero problems with dealers or flippers, especially at car auctions as they are generally the ones who set the price.

As for the guy who wouldn't hold out for his asking price, that's his choice. On an $ 18000 car, selling for almost anywhere north of $ 15 000 in the short term can be highly attractive. Get the money in the pillow case and not in something that could get flattened by a Kenworth. Also selling to a dealer can be a quick and relatively painless transaction as they will take more of a risk. Individuals want to check this and check that, PPI it, test drive it and blah blah blah. I'd rather get the money now and get on with life.

My experiences have generally been the opposite in that the Seller refuses to budge and I laugh for months as his car or house since unsold and I've moved on to bigger and better things.

Just my 2 pesos worth.

jb