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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 06:30 AM
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My buddy picked up a 1971 FX Superglide, just out of the crate, 0 miles on it, of course, all original. Anyone have any idea of what it's approximate value would be?

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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 09:09 AM
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Did they make Superglides in 71?
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Did they make Superglides in 71?
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Yep.
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1971-h...per-glide1.htm
 
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 10:46 AM
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where on earth did he find that? does it still have the boatail rear fender? thats worth a bunch of money all by itself
 
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Wow! That's amazing. Probably mid 20's... (high end)
 
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Originally Posted by HDHornet
My buddy picked up a 1971 FX Superglide, just out of the crate, 0 miles on it, of course, all original. Anyone have any idea of what it's approximate value would be?

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No more than a RUB who couldn't maintain it is willing to pay. What did HE pay for it? Love this BS thread...
 
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Old Jul 15, 2011 | 09:39 PM
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And what work does it need? Crate or not, 40 years took its toll. Seals, tires, brake lines, etc. This post is fairly amazing. Would be a red, white and blue original with boat-tail. Harley would buy this...but your friend found it and bought it and now wants to know what its worth? Pics?
 
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Originally Posted by FlyLow
Did they make Superglides in 71?
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Yes, 1971 was the first year for the Super Glide. I'm not an expert on old motorcycles by any means. The reason I know this is that my late husband had one, along with several other old Harley Davidsons. Some day soon I plan to start riding again when a friend gets one of the old bikes running again.
 
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Originally Posted by HDHornet
My buddy picked up a 1971 FX Superglide, just out of the crate, 0 miles on it, of course, all original. Anyone have any idea of what it's approximate value would be?

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So you've seen it? Where are the pics? Sorry but this is one of those I will believe it unless I see it.

Seems a bike shipped from the factory would still have a couple of test miles on them?

Mean no disrespect....just sayn'!
 
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if its not locked up, which i assume its not, its probably worth more left alone in the crate...........
 
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