Selling a bike
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Selling a bike
Where have those of you that have sold your bikes in the past had the most luck? Is it really worth listing in the Cycletrader with so many dealer ads in there? Already put it on here and Craigslist but looking for other places....
posted my '78 flh bagger on craigslist and ebay. ebay was $35 bucks - reserve auction. didn't meet the reserve, but one of the bidders bought it for the reserve a day after the auction ended. easy peasy.
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Lol...." Craig'sList is a waste of time" That has got to be the worst marketing advice I have ever heard anyone give.
Why would you not count on craig's list?
Because it's free?
Maybe because it potentially reaches Millions more people than cycle trader?
Seriously, you can try cycle trader but I imagine most people buying those ( 60 and up demographic exluded) are combing Craig's list as well.
Another option that I think would be more bang for your buck if your itching to spend money is Ebay Motors.
Don't discount the classified ads on MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter Either.
Photos, year, make, model, mileage, any customizations and a Price will also make people much more likely to respond to your classified add.
Why would you not count on craig's list?
Because it's free?
Maybe because it potentially reaches Millions more people than cycle trader?
Seriously, you can try cycle trader but I imagine most people buying those ( 60 and up demographic exluded) are combing Craig's list as well.
Another option that I think would be more bang for your buck if your itching to spend money is Ebay Motors.
Don't discount the classified ads on MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter Either.
Photos, year, make, model, mileage, any customizations and a Price will also make people much more likely to respond to your classified add.
Last edited by TreyParrish; Oct 12, 2010 at 04:30 PM.
He said "I wouldn't count out craigslist"
Lol...." Craig'sList is a waste of time" That has got to be the worst marketing advice I have ever heard anyone give.
Why would you not count on craig's list?
Because it's free?
Maybe because it potentially reaches Millions more people than cycle trader?
Seriously, you can try cycle trader but I imagine most people buying those ( 60 and up demographic exluded) are combing Craig's list as well.
Another option that I think would be more bang for your buck if your itching to spend money is Ebay Motors.
Don't discount the classified ads on MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter Either.
Photos, year, make, model, mileage, any customizations and a Price will also make people much more likely to respond to your classified add.
Why would you not count on craig's list?
Because it's free?
Maybe because it potentially reaches Millions more people than cycle trader?
Seriously, you can try cycle trader but I imagine most people buying those ( 60 and up demographic exluded) are combing Craig's list as well.
Another option that I think would be more bang for your buck if your itching to spend money is Ebay Motors.
Don't discount the classified ads on MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter Either.
Photos, year, make, model, mileage, any customizations and a Price will also make people much more likely to respond to your classified add.
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Craigslist rocks...just keep at it. Good pictures, accurate spelling, and lots of details.
Have sold many, many things on Craigslist...as well as the classifieds here.
Have sold many, many things on Craigslist...as well as the classifieds here.
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#2 post said "CL is probably a waste of time."
I have had good luck with Craigslist. There are dumb buyers everywhere, no matter what the medium is.
eBay will get you more action. If your bike is unique or rare, you may catch a bidding war near the end of the auction. I sold my '87 FLHT for more than my Buy It Now price due to a last minute bidding war. The dude drove 600 miles to pick it up.
I have had good luck with Craigslist. There are dumb buyers everywhere, no matter what the medium is.
eBay will get you more action. If your bike is unique or rare, you may catch a bidding war near the end of the auction. I sold my '87 FLHT for more than my Buy It Now price due to a last minute bidding war. The dude drove 600 miles to pick it up.
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From: Reseda, CA
I think you should make flyers and give them to friends, make a digital version for e-mail as well as use Craigslist and Cycletrader. However, you have to market your ride. Short and descriptive text will help. Also, make sure your ride is really, really clean. When I sold my Sportster I marketed it to new riders (great first bike, easy to start)and listed the MPG.