Hi Everyone,
Probably been discussed in the past, but wanted to revisit. I have been doing some digging into used ATV’s (kodiak, foreman, king quad etc). I am seeing a lot of units that have 5-7k miles and are still listed at $6-8k.
How long are these expected to run. That price for something that has 6k miles seems high to be.
supply and demand during the COVID times…anything that lets you better enjoy the outdoors is in high demand right now. Most new models sell out quickly at dealers resulting in higher used prices…most modern atv’s run well past 5k miles before things start to fall apart on them, obviously how they were used (rough swampy trails or easy driving back & forth on acreage) and maintained make a difference.
supply and demand during the COVID times…anything that lets you better enjoy the outdoors is in high demand right now. Most new models sell out quickly at dealers resulting in higher used prices…
thanks, I was seeing similar models on boats this year.
boats, bikes, canoes, snowmobiles, atv’s etc…
Hi Everyone,
Probably been discussed in the past, but wanted to revisit. I have been doing some digging into used ATV’s (kodiak, foreman, king quad etc). I am seeing a lot of units that have 5-7k miles and are still listed at $6-8k.How long are these expected to run. That price for something that has 6k miles seems high to be.
I’ve passively looked lately as well. The conclusion I have been able to draw is that it may be the worst possible time to ever try and buy a used boat or atv. Selling stuff is great right now, but if you’re looking to replace it and upgrade – whatever you may come out ahead selling your gear you will more than stick into the inflated price of your upgrade.
I spoke with a coworker who had 11 messages on his 7 year old Foreman within 30 minutes of posting. He eventually sold it for $350 less than he paid for it with tires that were well under 50% and some notable wear and tear.
My 2002 Yamaha grizzly 660 has almost 14k on it did blow the rear end out at 10k and put 1 belt on it other than that nothing but oil and grease.
Totally agree with Bucky. Worst time EVER to buy outdoor power toys. If you don’t absolutely need it for farm or work use, save your money.
In 2022 the barely used vehicles that all the pandemic buyers bought and no longer want to store will start coming on the used market. Buy then and save big.
Grouse
10k is nothing anymore as long as its not beat too hard and maintained,
I’d be more concerned about the hrs vs the miles. If a guy is using a wheeler strictly for plowing you’ll see something like 100hrs and very low miles – but those hrs were much more demanding on the machine vs 100hrs of cruising the farm or gravel roads.
15k miles on a machine that’s never had any maintenance is also a factor – regular oil/fluid changes, greasing lube points, belt, cleaning and replacing the air filter, etc. all add up.
If you’re buying used private party, show up early – folks tend to get stuff running and warmed up before people show up to mask cold start issues. Take it for a ride, get it to full operating temp and make sure it starts, stops, turns, shifts, lights work, fan works, etc. Pull the seat and check for valve noise and exhaust leaks, check the oil, check the coolant. Make sure it has a title and I wouldn’t buy anything snorkled – most folks snorkel them after its been sank lol
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