He's asking $3,000 which seems close to market value to me.

I think he'd take less than $2,800.

I'd offer $2,000 or $2,200, and try to close the deal at $2,500.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".