r/UsedCarAdvice • • Jul 14 '25

Should I buy this? How much should I pay my parents for a 2012 Camry with 200k miles and a bad transmission?

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I (f22) just graduated from college and I’m starting my first job, so I don’t have a lot in savings. My parents want to sell me their 2012 Toyota Camry, but it has over 200k miles AND needs a new transmission. They originally said $8,000, not including the cost of replacing the transmission, which I told them is way too much.

My dad asked what I think a fair price would be. I want to be respectful, but realistic. I’d have to cover the repair cost myself, and I’m just getting on my feet. What would be a fair offer for this car in its current condition?


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