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Is this too much for a 2008 Spyder?

killerbee

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A dealer has a 2008 SM Spyder, 8000 mi. They wanted $12,500 and we got them down to $11,200. Do you think this is a fair price or over-priced for a 4 yr. old Spyder? P.S. We already own 2 Spyders (priceless), but have a need for another.
 
I think that's in the right ballpark due to the mileage, but for an '08 I'd rather see the first two numbers begin with "10". However, if there are upgrades (passenger backrest/sportrack, wheels, etc) then I'd probably jump on it. That's about what I paid for an '09 with 7,000 miles on it back in April 2011--but mine was bone stock.

--ABQ
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Too much... Go to Kelley BB. Look at trade-in and retail values.... Even at excellent with half the miles, you should be able to do much better with a dealer.... Even with add-ons.

But then again, price is relative to desire and how long the dealer is willing to hold on to it.
 
A dealer has a 2008 SM Spyder, 8000 mi. They wanted $12,500 and we got them down to $11,200. Do you think this is a fair price or over-priced for a 4 yr. old Spyder? P.S. We already own 2 Spyders (priceless), but have a need for another.

I guess it depends on the accessories. A lot of extras, sure. Stock, no.

I paid $12K with 2000 miles 3 years ago. :thumbup:
 
IF it says PE edition on the handlebars, buy it !!!! nojoke

These are the first ever Spyders and are worth way more than the rest. If it says PE and gives you a number....... buy it, because they are worth alot. They only produced under 3,800 of the first ever Spyders. :doorag:

I own # 3494 and I won't take less than 18K for it. Alot of people will say different but they are followers of our 2008 year, nothing more.
 
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IF it says PE edition on the handlebars these other people have no clue what they are talking about. :gaah:

These are the first ever Spyders and are worth way more than the rest. If it says PE and gives you a number....... buy it, because they are worth alot. :doorag:
A lot of what? Only Jay Leno's #1 is worth any premium, IMO. Sounds like you are trying to fluff up the market. I guess you're anticipating getting more when you trade yours in on Holly's new RT. :roflblack:
 
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arntufun

you are a shameless self promoter:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::thumbup:
 
A lot of what? Only Jay Leno's #1 is worth any premium, IMO. Sounds like you are trying to fluff up the market. I guess your anticipating getting more when you trade yours in on Holly's new RT. :roflblack:


Scotty, you replied to my post before I was done editing it !!! :roflblack::roflblack:
 
WHAT! PE means what? Nothing! Don't pay more just because it is a PE! Just my opinion as these are not collectable items!
 
A dealer has a 2008 SM Spyder, 8000 mi. They wanted $12,500 and we got them down to $11,200. Do you think this is a fair price or over-priced for a 4 yr. old Spyder? P.S. We already own 2 Spyders (priceless), but have a need for another.

I would maybe go $9,500.00 to 10,000 with a 6 month warranty. It's FIVE model years old and why only 8,000 miles. The dealers are hurting. That's IMHO.


Mike
 
WHAT! PE means what? Nothing! Don't pay more just because it is a PE! Just my opinion as these are not collectable items!



Shawn I have to use you as an example now. :roflblack:

killerbee,

The person that wrote this owns a 2011 Spyder. Just remember what I said about the PE's. We are the first and the rest can only follow. :doorag: BTW, I wonder what a first year HD, Shelby Cobra or Camaro is worth these days ??? That is a question you already know the answer to I bet. Good luck.
 
IF it says PE edition on the handlebars, buy it !!!! nojoke

These are the first ever Spyders and are worth way more than the rest. If it says PE and gives you a number....... buy it, because they are worth alot. They only produced under 3,800 of the first ever Spyders. :doorag:

I own # 3494 and I won't take less than 18K for it. Alot of people will say different but they are followers of our 2008 year, nothing more.

I think the PE edition are worth at least a little more too.. I just bought # 744 with 596 miles on it completely stock but paid right around what you are looking to pay for that one..
 
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Randy, there were only approx. 2700 original Shelby Cobra's made and they all don't exist any longer. I have one, but it's fake but I built it so I don't really care. Now my Daytona ???????....Mike....:thumbup:
 
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I paid $12,900 for my 09 phantom with 4k on it. That came with kyrykan grips, foot pegs, lighting system, hindle exhaust.
 
PE isn't worth any more unless it was stored and not ridden. I wouldn't pay anything over $9,000 for it.
 
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