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Did Tacoma prices drop during 2008?

Discussion in 'General Tacoma Talk' started by IsaacTheSkier, Jun 29, 2023.

  1. Jun 29, 2023 at 6:01 PM
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    IsaacTheSkier

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    Did Tacoma (or other vehicle) prices drop during 2008 or other severe economic recessions?

    This seems plausible considering the fact that fewer people would be able to afford a new car during a severe recession.
     
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    Availability went up, dealers were full, prices paid were less.
     
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    By how much?
     
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    What was the largest price drop (% wise) that you saw?
     
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    I bought a 2008 Subaru STI at invoice and got 0% for 60 on the financing! Pretty unheard of these days. Things are not much better now, but the market is totally different.
     
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