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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 05:32 AM
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Members, hello to all...I am new at posting here but have found that the information here is outstanding. I would like to ask opinions on the deal I am getting on a 2008 Electra glide ultra classic with 21024 miles on it in dark blue pearl. I know what the book lists it as, but the dealer will only take $18499.00 Is this a good deal for a used FLHTCU in your opinions? Thank you in advance.
 
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Members, hello to all...I am new at posting here but have found that the information here is outstanding. I would like to ask opinions on the deal I am getting on a 2008 Electra glide ultra classic with 21024 miles on it in dark blue pearl. I know what the book lists it as, but the dealer will only take $18499.00 Is this a good deal for a used FLHTCU in your opinions? Thank you in advance.
IMHO, much too high of a price!
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 05:48 AM
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Members, hello to all...I am new at posting here but have found that the information here is outstanding. I would like to ask opinions on the deal I am getting on a 2008 Electra glide ultra classic with 21024 miles on it in dark blue pearl. I know what the book lists it as, but the dealer will only take $18499.00 Is this a good deal for a used FLHTCU in your opinions? Thank you in advance.
Run away! I wouldn't pay more than $15.5K for an 08 in perfect condition with 21,000 miles, even with a lot of add-ons. You can find much better deals out there. Check eBay and Craigslist for a start.
 
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Run away! I wouldn't pay more than $15.5K for an 08 in perfect condition with 21,000 miles, even with a lot of add-ons. You can find much better deals out there. Check eBay and Craigslist for a start.
+1 Just saved me some typing ..
 
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Run....Run....Run...Purchased new 2011 FLHTCU for 19,400.
 
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yeah...too much..
 
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It's not a good deal. Keep looking. I agree look for a 2011 for around the same money.
 
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The dealer in my area has an '09 Ultra with 9k miles listed for $19k. That's listed.
 
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Way too high! 08 don't have the preferred frame, 180 rear tire, ect ect,,,
 
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