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From: Springfield Missouri
Hey there, I am having the same problems with them. I have a 1990 HD Heritage Softtail that my father purchased about three years ago for 5k he then made custom improvements and additions that improved the bikes appearance and performance, and maintained it regularly as he adored it. My father has passed and I have this bike and he would be so upset that it is sitting in a garage under a tarp, but I cannot find a reasonable market for it. I know it is an older model, but its been well cared for and an offer from Rumble On of 1500.00 makes my belly hurt. Can you direct me towards a better purchaser? Anything better really... The added Windscreen and side baggage carriers alone were about 1000.00 so Ive got to get a better offer than what theyve given. The title is clear, in my name. Thank you.
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From: Virginia
Hey there, I am having the same problems with them. I have a 1990 HD Heritage Softtail that my father purchased about three years ago for 5k he then made custom improvements and additions that improved the bikes appearance and performance, and maintained it regularly as he adored it. My father has passed and I have this bike and he would be so upset that it is sitting in a garage under a tarp, but I cannot find a reasonable market for it. I know it is an older model, but its been well cared for and an offer from Rumble On of 1500.00 makes my belly hurt. Can you direct me towards a better purchaser? Anything better really... The added Windscreen and side baggage carriers alone were about 1000.00 so Ive got to get a better offer than what theyve given. The title is clear, in my name. Thank you.
Problem is accessories add almost nothing to the value of a bike. You have a $5,000 bike, you put $5,000 worth of chrome and accessories on it that doesn't make a $10,000 bike. You still have a $5,000 bike, unless you can find that special person that wants the bike with exactly the accessories you put on it.
A 1990 Heritage, according to NADA is worth between $1,100 and $5,000 from a dealer, depending on condition and with a warranty, a recent service and tires on it. From a private seller that is a $2,500-$3,500 bike max.
Rumble on gives you pretty much what any dealer would give you on trade in. In other words they give you the Wholesale price (and they sell at retail that's how they make money) and considering Rumble On removes the hassle of dealing with idiots on Craigslist or Facebook Market Place the $1,000 loss is probably worth it.
This is also a terrible time of year to sell a bike, the riding season is over, no one is rushing out to buy a bike. If you can wait until spring you will get a better price for it.
Last edited by VAFish; Nov 23, 2019 at 11:56 AM.
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From: Springfield Missouri
Sorry for your loss and sorry to sound harsh but here it the reality:
Problem is accessories add almost nothing to the value of a bike. You have a $5,000 bike, you put $5,000 worth of chrome and accessories on it that doesn't make a $10,000 bike. You still have a $5,000 bike, unless you can find that special person that wants the bike with exactly the accessories you put on it.
A 1990 Heritage, according to NADA is worth between $1,100 and $5,000 from a dealer, depending on condition and with a warranty, a recent service and tires on it. From a private seller that is a $2,500-$3,500 bike max.
Rumble on gives you pretty much what any dealer would give you on trade in. In other words they give you the Wholesale price (and they sell at retail that's how they make money) and considering Rumble On removes the hassle of dealing with idiots on Craigslist or Facebook Market Place the $1,000 loss is probably worth it.
This is also a terrible time of year to sell a bike, the riding season is over, no one is rushing out to buy a bike. If you can wait until spring you will get a better price for it.
Problem is accessories add almost nothing to the value of a bike. You have a $5,000 bike, you put $5,000 worth of chrome and accessories on it that doesn't make a $10,000 bike. You still have a $5,000 bike, unless you can find that special person that wants the bike with exactly the accessories you put on it.
A 1990 Heritage, according to NADA is worth between $1,100 and $5,000 from a dealer, depending on condition and with a warranty, a recent service and tires on it. From a private seller that is a $2,500-$3,500 bike max.
Rumble on gives you pretty much what any dealer would give you on trade in. In other words they give you the Wholesale price (and they sell at retail that's how they make money) and considering Rumble On removes the hassle of dealing with idiots on Craigslist or Facebook Market Place the $1,000 loss is probably worth it.
This is also a terrible time of year to sell a bike, the riding season is over, no one is rushing out to buy a bike. If you can wait until spring you will get a better price for it.
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From: Virginia
Hi there, no worries, I didnt interpret it as harsh. I have never tried to sell, or purchase one before and this is a matter I simply am not super informed on. I think my issue with the offer is more emotional than logical, if I am being entirely honest. I just remember my father fatherg his heart and retirement into his bikes and this one is so dang beautiful with custom paint, pipes, handlebars, brand new mechanics with less than 6k miles, new (very awesome) tires and seats... its quite magnificent really. I brought it home with me from Arizona and I think that was my biggest mistake as there is a much higher market value there due to the year round riding weather and because my father belonged to one of the local clubs, that is probably the only place I will be able to find its niche. I am going to take your advice and wait until Spring. I was just curious with the offer from Rumble on because I didnt know if it was a kind of 'set' offer price based on year and model, or the fact that an internet purchaser is always gambling with a blind-buy. Everything youve said really makes sense though. I appreciate the feedback.
I have another suggestion.
Go take a riders course and learn to ride your fathers motorcycle. What better way to honor his love for the motorcycle than for you to ride it.
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