In 2007 I got our manual ascent hatch with metallic paint, mats, safety pack, and luxury pack (cruise, steering wheel audio controls and leather steering wheel and gear knob) for $22,500 drive away. Today for a similarly equipped ascent auto, I wouldn't want to pay more than that. As has been said, get the car you want now, as it costs a lot more to get the parts to up spec (if you even can) later on. I wish I had done that when I bought mine :(