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To trade or not to trade...
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ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Thou hast heard for surest:
"Wow, I couldest of hadest a V8."
The 2012 is very good. The 2015 is better by mucheth. If thy funds permitest, thence, thou should doest it. :bowdown::bowdown:
"Wow, I couldest of hadest a V8."
The 2012 is very good. The 2015 is better by mucheth. If thy funds permitest, thence, thou should doest it. :bowdown::bowdown:
Bob Denman
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PrairieSpyder
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"Neither a borrower nor a lender be; For loan oft loses both itself and friend, and borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry."
But then . . .
"Our doubts are traitors, and make us lose the good we oft might win, by fearing to attempt."
So, I say . . . go for it!
But then . . .
"Our doubts are traitors, and make us lose the good we oft might win, by fearing to attempt."
So, I say . . . go for it!
Bob Denman
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Oldmanzues
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Your words are way above my pay scale, but if money permits, I would go for it. My dealer let me have one for a couple days and I loved it, my only problem is my age. At almost 80, I do not know how long I will be able/safe to ride. I would also suggest, if you are not real serious, I would not ride a 1330, because you will want it
Just my tuppence worth
Oldmanzues
Just my tuppence worth
Oldmanzues
MRH
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This is a luxury purchase, especially since you own one already. I wouldn't consider it until you have the money saved up (and can spend it without it having a major effect on your financial health).
In the end, while it will be really nice to have, it won't make you significantly happier in your life and it isn't something that could even remotely be construed as a need.
Disclaimer: I don't believe in debt (except perhaps on property where your equity is still very high), and that belief has served me well and saved me as well.
In the end, while it will be really nice to have, it won't make you significantly happier in your life and it isn't something that could even remotely be construed as a need.
Disclaimer: I don't believe in debt (except perhaps on property where your equity is still very high), and that belief has served me well and saved me as well.
MRH
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He who accomplishes great things, does well by others, and has financial security and wisdom has a much better chance at "winning" than he who lives his life based on trite bumper stickers.
I don't know any people I would consider winners who subscribe to toys as a meaningful measure of much of anything except how full one's garage is. A full garage is a great thing, but having some comfort in retirement, owning that garage without a mortgage, and being prepared for unexpected needs trumps how many depreciating assets are kept in the garage.
I've seen too many Spyders being sold here and elsewhere because people couldn't really afford them, and that usually leaves them Spyder-less in the end.
I know my answer isn't the "fun" one, or the one I'd want to hear if I put up the same post, but I do really believe it is the right one.
Save up and buy it is my suggestion, but whatever you do don't make decisions based on sayings best attributed to the wisdom of teenage boys.
3 Wheel Rider
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:agree: with MRH. The question isn't... is it a "Need" or a "Want" --- we all know the answer to that question -- but rather can you "TRULY" afford it. For that you have to honestly self-analyze where you are at in life with respect to financial security (current and future).
If your decision is based solely on the fact that the 2014 and 2015 RTs have a larger engine, my questions are... "until learning of the 1330 (3x3) were you happy with the 998? Would you even be considering a newer model if they still had the 998? Did the 998 serve it's purpose prior to learning of the 1330? Answering these questions may yield you to stay with the 998, especially if it is paid for.
If your decision is based on "the one with the most toys in the garage wins" or "you only live once, so enjoy life at all cost" (no pun intended), than you will probably lean toward getting a loan and upgrading to a 1330 (3x3). If that is the case than I say, "Good Luck!!! I surely hope you have enough (minimum of a years worth of income) in reserve to pay for an unexpected emergency.
If your decision is to hold off for a couple of years so you can pay cash for it (or at least 50% of it), or pay-off your mortgage first, than I stay "Good for you and enjoy every mile on your 998. When your finances are better suited, remember to shop around in the fall when the end of year close out sales are in full swing".
If your decision is based solely on the fact that the 2014 and 2015 RTs have a larger engine, my questions are... "until learning of the 1330 (3x3) were you happy with the 998? Would you even be considering a newer model if they still had the 998? Did the 998 serve it's purpose prior to learning of the 1330? Answering these questions may yield you to stay with the 998, especially if it is paid for.
If your decision is based on "the one with the most toys in the garage wins" or "you only live once, so enjoy life at all cost" (no pun intended), than you will probably lean toward getting a loan and upgrading to a 1330 (3x3). If that is the case than I say, "Good Luck!!! I surely hope you have enough (minimum of a years worth of income) in reserve to pay for an unexpected emergency.
If your decision is to hold off for a couple of years so you can pay cash for it (or at least 50% of it), or pay-off your mortgage first, than I stay "Good for you and enjoy every mile on your 998. When your finances are better suited, remember to shop around in the fall when the end of year close out sales are in full swing".
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SpyderAnn01
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Maybe this will make you feel better and save you a few bucks. Buy a 2014. If you can find one you'll save a bunch.
missouriboy
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My advice to my young-adult son (years ago) was this: "Never use borrowed money to buy toys."
But then you're not my son....... so YMMV.
But then you're not my son....... so YMMV.
cptjam
Registered User
Yes!
Do it! But, find a 14 or a low mile trade in. The 1330 is just a better bike. Jmho, Joe
bruisersbaby
GOS member (Girls On Spyders)
I, for one, appreciate all of the posts and different ideas, advice, etc. Being retired now, it does take a little more discussion than when he was working. We realize this would be a want and not a need, but our 'needs' are taken care of. The house belongs to us and not to a bank. Being married over 35 years, I want him to have something that he will be comfortable riding and be happy. All of our big purchases are discussed with each other, and I thank you for your comments as well, as you are a non-partisan party to this.
Ride safe and God bless!
Ride safe and God bless!
CanAmChris
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I like Shakespeare but I do prefer Hunter S. Thompson:
"Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to
skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'"
Since you devoutly wish for the F3-S consummation, I say, If the payments won't take food off the table... do it.
bruiser
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So I had to go to the dealer yesterday and pick up some parts. Dang upper mirror clip broke again. Picked up some other stuff too. While there I talked with a salesman. We talked for about an hour. I didn't ride the '12 because of rain and it's two hours one way. They have the F3S I was looking at, color wise, in stock. This dealer has already discounted the F3S a good amount. This is not a BRP discount, dealer only. We couldn't bottom line a number since they couldn't evaluate the '12 for a trade. However, what he said sounds good. So I will be making a trip back there with the '12 and see what the bottom line is. You know, it's nice to walk in to a dealer show room that you haven't been in in 8 months and be called by name.
MRH
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Here's a crazy idea. If you're choosing to make the plunge, then sell your 2012 on your own first (chances are that you'll be able to get a few thousand more for it than trading it in). That will lower your cost and I can't imagine that prices on a new F3 will go up (and certainly not enough to cover the spread). That could easily be $3000 less of a loan you'll be taking.
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