Which would you buy?
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From: near Paris, France
I will go for #1 and make it like you want!!! second or third choice are good if you want to let them quite stock and sell them in 2 or 3 years.
I love my 88" more than a 96". I spend 2 weeks this summer with a 96" running around your country. A nice bike but i was more than happy when i run mine when i return.
I love my 88" more than a 96". I spend 2 weeks this summer with a 96" running around your country. A nice bike but i was more than happy when i run mine when i return.
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From: Lapeer , Mich
same here out of the 3
Cruiser
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I'm in the market for a red ultra classic and have found a few to choose from.
First is a 2004 with only 13xx miles on it. The seller is firm at $12K, I don't want to pay that much and I have concerns about the seals and gaskets for sitting so long not to mention it's only a tc88.
Second is an 09 with 55xx miles, bottom line price at the dealer is $16,995. By the time I get a warranty, pay dealer fees, and tax, I'm in the neighborhood of $20,500.
Third is for $22,000 out the door, I could get a new 2012 with a 103. I could pay cash for the first but would have to finance the second and third. I'm in a great position financially for the first time in my adult life because I have no debt and would like to keep it that way.
What you think?
First is a 2004 with only 13xx miles on it. The seller is firm at $12K, I don't want to pay that much and I have concerns about the seals and gaskets for sitting so long not to mention it's only a tc88.
Second is an 09 with 55xx miles, bottom line price at the dealer is $16,995. By the time I get a warranty, pay dealer fees, and tax, I'm in the neighborhood of $20,500.
Third is for $22,000 out the door, I could get a new 2012 with a 103. I could pay cash for the first but would have to finance the second and third. I'm in a great position financially for the first time in my adult life because I have no debt and would like to keep it that way.
What you think?
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From: Long Island, NY
Of the three options, I would go with #3. I like the new frames on the bikes. If you don't want to spend that much I would look for a private sale on an '09 or later bike. For example, after looking for a while I found a great deal on a loaded 2010 RG for 16k and it came with around 7k of extras (stage 1, tour pak, chromed front end, HD Premium Ride Suspension ...)! Good luck!
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From: Buffalo, NY
Ironic I have an 04 with 14k miles that I bought for $12.5 in 2009. When I bought it had only 3k miles. Has yet to give me any problem at all. I figured I saved $10k over new. With that savings I bought a C4 corvette..............or at least that's the plan as soon as the wife buys in to it. A few of you said life is too short, and you're right.
You said you do 12-15k miles a year, I would go new
You said you do 12-15k miles a year, I would go new
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Cruiser
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I ended up going with the 04 for $10K. I feel confident that I made the right choice and best of all it's paid for with title in hand. I've owned several Ultra classics since 05 to include a 2010 in my sig pic. Not sure exactly what it is, frame or wheels, but I prefer the older frame and smaller wheels. I feel like I have more control while doing tight pinwheels and maneuvers than I had over my 2010. I do want to put an updated radio and speakers when I get around to it and for now, I'll keep everything stock until I upgrade the engine to a 95" or 103" or maybe trade for a 110 anniversery next summer which will depend on what the 13's have to offer. Thanks for the input and be safe out there.
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Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Music City, USA
Go with the 2012, but DO NOT go with any of the dealer add-ons (extended warranty, tire for life, etc.). Save your money, the factory warranty is more than adequate.
By the way, there are dealers around here that are offering 1.9% financing - that is almost free money...
By the way, there are dealers around here that are offering 1.9% financing - that is almost free money...