A few car questions:
I have an 07 audi a3 (84k miles, good condition) with a check engine light on.I took it in to an independent mechanic and the repair is a doozy, about $3,000 ($4,100 if I include replacing the timing belt). The car on kbb and autotrader is about $3,500-$4,500.
1. If I plan to sell the car within a year, there's no point to fix all the stuff before selling correct? I just disclose the issues before selling it and expect a lot of low ball offers. The only reasons to fix the car are if I plan to continue to drive it or its has sentimental values right?
2. If I sell it to a dealership/carmax and they take it for a test drive, am I allowed to accompany them on the ride? Do I need to disclose the issues my mechanics found with them before selling it?
My mechanic said its illegal for me to sell the car privately if the check-engine light is on.
I think I'm done with German cars. After a few years, each visit to the mechanics is about $500+.