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Scooters - 125 to 300 => Downtown 300 => Topic started by: flavioguy on November 18, 2015, 05:00:36 PM

Title: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: flavioguy on November 18, 2015, 05:00:36 PM

I recently found a 2012 Downtown with 3K miles for sale by owner and it looks in excellent condition.  Problem...the owner wants $3,700 which seems way too high given KBB and Nada guides. Does this price seem appropriate for the (Southwest) market?

Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: CROSSBOLT on November 18, 2015, 05:47:16 PM

Yes, if you are talking about Phoenix or San Diego vicinity, in my opinion.

Karl

Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: flavioguy on November 18, 2015, 06:07:42 PM

Thanks Crossbolt for the input.

Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: Mikestib1 on November 18, 2015, 11:30:48 PM

Sellers always ask more than what they'll take. Check out the bike in person and offer $3100. All he can say is no. If it's perfect I would go $3300. Negotiating in person makes the seller know you are a real buyer and not a looker.

Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: pipster326 on November 19, 2015, 12:43:21 AM

First, let me say, it's a great scooter! I just purchased a 2012 Downtown 300i on October 19th. As with the one your looking at, it had 1 owner and it was in excellent condition. Only 657 miles. I paid $3999. I live 10 miles west of New York City and everything around here is over priced. So $3700 might be a little high. But you won't be disappointed with the ride. Hope this helps


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Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: flavioguy on November 19, 2015, 12:55:24 AM

Mikestib1 and Pipster326, thanks for the input.

Pipster326, I've heard this is an awesome scooter except that it tends to fit smaller framed individuals.  I'm 5'8", 150 lbs, 32" inseam.  What are your dimensions?

Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: bluesin on November 19, 2015, 12:58:49 AM

Quote from: flavioguy on November 19, 2015, 12:55:24 AM

Mikestib1 and Pipster326, thanks for the input.

Pipster326, I've heard this is an awesome scooter except that it tends to fit smaller framed individuals.  I'm 5'8", 150 lbs, 32" inseam.  What are your dimensions?

I am about the same as you. I do NOT flat-foot ride my scooters ( any more than I would in an equine saddle) . I point my toes slightly outward ( I feel I have MUCH better control in leans and handling this way ) and have NO trouble with my Downtown .I can flick that bike anywhere I want.

Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: pipster326 on November 19, 2015, 02:48:23 PM

I'm  on the shorter side 5' 6""  160lbs . It feel very comfortable on it . Everyone's different, try sitting on it, even if you don't buy it, but I think it should be quite comfortable for you. Let me know how you make out


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Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: flavioguy on November 20, 2015, 04:04:10 AM

Pipster326 and Bluesin, thanks for the replies!!

Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: bluesin on November 20, 2015, 03:12:00 PM

Quote from: flavioguy on November 20, 2015, 04:04:10 AM

Pipster326 and Bluesin, thanks for the replies!!

As Jerry Garcia/Bob Weir used to say-  " At Least I'm Enjoyin' The Ride  " .

Now, you do the same !  8)

Title: Re: Downtown priced right?!?
Post by: CROSSBOLT on November 20, 2015, 04:11:15 PM

Me, too, what they said! Especially after Maxxis tires replaced by Metzelers.

Karl