For the same model year, dealers ask 9 points more than private sellers; a manual Solstice asks +22% against the median of its model year.
Pontiac Solstice price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | — | 8 | |
| 2007 | — | 13 | |
| 2006 | — | 10 |
Dealer or private seller
On the Pontiac Solstice the dealer markup works out at 9% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private seller | 92 | +11.4% | $9,259 |
| Dealer | 37 | +20.3% | $9,718 |
How fast price falls with mileage
Measured on the 2007 Solstice, the model year with the most listings, so age does not mix in. Between the 25–50k and 75–100k bands the asking price falls 44%.
| Mileage | Price drop | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 25–50k miles | 10 | |
| 50–75k miles | 25 | |
| 75–100k miles | 10 |
Which options hold value
The single biggest swing on a Pontiac Solstice is transmission: MANUAL asks +22% against the median of its own model year.
| Item | Option | Listings | vs median year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Manual | 72 | +21.9% |
| Transmission | Automatic | 50 | +1.9% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Pontiac Solstice cost?
The median asking price is $9,000 across 141 live listings. A 2006 asks about $5,900 and a 2008 about $10,000. The most listed year is 2007, at $10,900.
Is it cheaper to buy a Solstice from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 20.3% above and private sellers 11.4% above, a gap of about $970 on a 2007 at $10,900.
How much value does a Solstice lose per 25,000 miles?
About 18% of the asking price for every 25,000 miles on the 2007 Solstice, measured from the 50–75k band to the 75–100k band. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the Pontiac Solstice valuation tool.
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