3代目エスカレードの中古車が狙い目!?｜2007年型 キャデラック エスカレード AWD

The vehicles we covered this time are as follows. ↓ ・Vehicle name: 2007 Cadillac Escalade AWD ・Vehicle price: 2.48 million yen ・Mileage: 51,206 miles (81,929 km) ・Body color: Black ・Interior: Black leather/wood ・Vehicle inspection: August 2021 ・Registration: 1 number ・Occupancy capacity: 4 people ・Engine: 6.2 liter V8 OHV Vautech ・Transmission: Column 6AT with MT mode ・Drive system: AWD (4FR) ・New parallel import A new parallel import with a clear history, with only 80,000 km on the clock. Everything is almost normal except for the tires and wheels. Both the exterior and interior are in good condition for the year, and there are no concerns about the engine, transmission, or suspension. The registration has been changed to 1 number, which is easier to maintain than 3 number. And the vehicle price is 2.48 million yen, about a quarter of what it was when it was new. I think it's fair to say that this is a bargain. Recently, I feel like the price of the third-generation Escalade has finally come down. Even last year, there were some parallel imported second-hand cars with unknown history that were priced under 2 million yen. However, there were few officially imported cars or new parallel imported cars in good condition that were priced under 3 million yen, and I remember that even with this vehicle's mileage, the market price was around 2.98 million yen, just below 3 million yen. With the official import of the fifth-generation new Escalade, parallel imported cars began to appear on the market, and the number of used fourth-generation cars increased, resulting in a domino effect that caused the market price of the third-generation to fall. Another reason is that it has been 15 years since the third-generation Escalade was released, and the early models have been subject to heavy taxation for 13 years since their registration, which is probably not unrelated. The automobile tax for the 6.2-liter engine is 127,600 yen after 13 years of registration. I'm sure there are many owners who think, "I'll switch before the tax becomes too high." Well, the above is just my own speculation, but there is no doubt that the used car market price of the third-generation Escalade has recently been dropping nicely. The prices of Japanese cars have been rising steadily recently, and even light cars can easily exceed 2 million yen. Even the Jimny, which is considered a little cheaper than tall wagons, can easily exceed 2 million yen depending on the options. I think, "Rather than spending more than 2 million yen to buy a light car, it's better to work a little harder and buy a used Escalade!" (laughs). Seriously, I don't think a used Escalade can compete with a Japanese light car in terms of ease of use and economy. But in terms of (passenger) safety, the Escalade is definitely the clear winner. For example, what if you're waiting at a traffic light or at the end of a traffic jam on the highway and a truck with a dozing driver comes crashing into you from behind? Or what if you collide head-on at an intersection without traffic lights? When you think about it, the Escalade's large and heavy body gives you an incredible sense of security. When comparing from the perspective of "passenger safety," I don't think there are many regular cars that are more reassuring than the Escalade. By the way, I think that a big and bulky car like the Escalade also contributes to safety by preventing other cars from approaching. The more stupid drivers who are arrogant towards light cars and compact cars, the less likely they are to approach a car like the Escalade (lol) In addition to safety, having a large and heavy body is useful in many ways. First of all, it makes it less tiring to drive long distances. A large and heavy car has high straight-line stability, so the passenger's body doesn't shake, and a large-displacement naturally aspirated engine runs smoothly just by lightly placing your foot on the accelerator. This low burden on long-distance travel is a major selling point of full-size American cars. Another thing is that you can simply carry a lot of luggage. In the case of this vehicle, the registration has been changed to a number plate number and the third seat has been removed, so it can easily carry a week's worth of luggage and leisure goods for a family of four. Another benefit is that if it's big and eye-catching, you'll be less likely to find yourself wondering, "Huh? Where did I park?" in large parking lots at tourist spots. Of course, there are also disadvantages to being big and heavy. Parking problems, not being able to enter narrow alleys, poor fuel economy, etc. But the point is, it's good as long as the positive points outweigh the negative points (lol). So, the third-generation Escalade, which has become cheaper, is quite recommended. ◾️Interview cooperation ・BUBU Utsunomiya TEL: 028-632-6699 Address: 1-1-11 Higashiyanase, Utsunomiya, Tochigi ・BUBU Mitsuoka Motors http://www.bubu.co.jp ◾️Ph...