TWO examples of cars in the auctions halls.

STAR CAR

CAR: 1998 ‘R’ Peugeot 306 1.9D Turbo
MILEAGE: 73,961
WHERE SOLD: Manheim Auctions, Rotherham
HOW MUCH: £2,250
% of CAP: 161%
BACKGROUND: The car was in good condition for its year and mileage. Peugeot 306s are always good sellers, and a large audience at this sale resulted in a particularly good price.

WHAT’S IT WORTH?

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LEXUS LS400

Age: 2000 X
Mileage: 80,000
Value – Trade
CAP Clean: £10,250
Glass’s Guide: £11,725
Value – Retail to staff: £10,855

Retail price source: Parkers Car Price Guide Dec 2004