A fair price is what you are willing to pay and be happy about. I paid more than most would for my 123 but it is exactly what I wanted (color, mileage, condition, terms of sale, records, etc) so I didn't mind at all. If you feel you are compromising in any way then don't pay more than book that way if you want to get rid of it it will be easier. Used cars are difficult in that if you really want a particular color, year, option, etc. you sometimes have to wait a long time and pay more than you expected. Again, paying more is not a really big deal if you consider the increase in cost over the life of the vehicle and the satisfaction of owning what you want. RT

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