Precisely the premise of my inquiry. Should have pointed out that I am US based. In my conniving brain I just figured there might be folks who plan to move out of 808.2 who would rather sell privately and then negotiate a deal with their dealer off full retail than do the trade-in.

For example, as I recall the trade-in cost for moving from 808.2 to .3 is $12.5K. Let's say your dealer would give you 20% off the list, then the OOP cost is $10K. Alternatively, sell the 808.2 privately for the difference between list and the trade-in amount($20K less $12.5K = $7.5K), and then get 20% of full retail and save $1,500. Even if your dealer will only give you 10% off you would still save $750. Win win!

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