What's fair deal on used 6R?

[Grinch79]

So for those out there thinking of trading in/up/out or like I am what does everything think is a good fair price on a 6R?

I was offered $5,000 on trade from the dealer this weekend. I know mileage doesn't matter a whole lot from NADA or what I've seen but I'm at 700 miles.

So is this something everyone being an owner yourself feel is fair or should I attempt to sell outright? I remember a month ago I made the attempt on this forum for $6800 and had everything but stones thrown at me so I won't make the same mistake twice. Just looking for some advice from those who've been around motorcycles much longer than I have.

Thanks

 

[Roaddawg]

So for those out there thinking of trading in/up/out or like I am what does everything think is a good fair price on a 6R?

I was offered $5,000 on trade from the dealer this weekend. I know mileage doesn't matter a whole lot from NADA or what I've seen but I'm at 700 miles.

So is this something everyone being an owner yourself feel is fair or should I attempt to sell outright? I remember a month ago I made the attempt on this forum for $6800 and had everything but stones thrown at me so I won't make the same mistake twice. Just looking for some advice from those who've been around motorcycles much longer than I have.

Thanks

I would take the $5k the dealer is offering. That sounds like a really fair price for a dealer trade-in. I would've expected a dealer to give you $3.5-4K and really rape you. I know your miles are way low, but when they are selling 2009's for $5995 as brand new, your probably not going to get much more than that on the open market, unless its someone naive. Take the $5k and try to negotiate some add-ons or service on the new one.

 

[Blue-Sun]

So for those out there thinking of trading in/up/out or like I am what does everything think is a good fair price on a 6R?

I was offered $5,000 on trade from the dealer this weekend. I know mileage doesn't matter a whole lot from NADA or what I've seen but I'm at 700 miles.

So is this something everyone being an owner yourself feel is fair or should I attempt to sell outright? I remember a month ago I made the attempt on this forum for $6800 and had everything but stones thrown at me so I won't make the same mistake twice. Just looking for some advice from those who've been around motorcycles much longer than I have.

Thanks

Be careful that you are getting a good price on the bike you are buying. I'm hoping that the dealer isn't artificially inflating the price of your new bike, so he can give you the $5K for your FZ6R. If the new bike he is selling you is a fairly priced, then I think the $5K is a good offer.

Just my 2 cents!!

 

[JonKerr]

Agreed. That's a hell of a trade in value. They're probably not going to be able to make more than $800 or $900 on that bike. Take that while you can get it.

 

[Grinch79]

Dealer took a fair amount off their suggested retail sticker price on both bikes I was looking at. Seems like used '08 GSX-6R's are going for around $6,500 on ebay all day long.

Just trying to see which holds a longer value knowing as soon as I take the key I get to assume the position all over again.

 

[JonKerr]

The only time you're not going to assume the position buying a bike is if you pay cash for a used one. Otherwise... :eyebrow:

 

[owldaddy]

I'd take that deal too, I paid less then $5k for a new 09 just a few months ago. OTD it was less then $6200, just goes to show what the state takes in taxes and other fees.

 

[Bigevildoer]

So for those out there thinking of trading in/up/out or like I am what does everything think is a good fair price on a 6R?

I was offered $5,000 on trade from the dealer this weekend. I know mileage doesn't matter a whole lot from NADA or what I've seen but I'm at 700 miles.

Thanks

Well, your trade in depends on where you live. For example, in Canada, I ended up paying $9500 brand new for mine after taxes. Now, I've been trying to sell it for $6750 (after $500 in upgrades) without any success. Dealers are now selling new 09's for $7K. So, I've lost $3K easy right off the bat.. *sigh*

Now, when you go to buy your new bike, it's VERY important to do the following:
1) Negotiate price of new bike.
2) Negotiate value of trade-in.
3) Buy or Walk.

This way the dealer can't screw you - don't even show or tell him the condition of your FZ6R. Negotiate his best price, then the trade. You'll walk away with a better deal than doing the buy/trade all at once.

 

[TOMIK]

Like some folks mentioned, its all depends how much are they selling the newone, dealer can easly inflate numbers and show you what you like to see for your trade, make sure you get the good deal on your purchase befor you negotiate on your trade. $5000.00 its a very good value. I paid $5400.00 on my brand new 09 three months ago. Good luck on your new purchase, take your time and shop shop shop.

 

[Detrich]

Is there such a thing as a "Car Fax" for bikes, or does the database for Car Fax also includes bikes?

How would one check when buying a used bike?

 

[FZ6R_Blue]

I bought mine its an 09 with 2k miles for 4799 and that includes a $200 recondition come spring