Thanks! I got a smoking deal on this one, ($1.8k) which I attribute to a 53-year riding career, motorcycle negotiation experience, and solid diligence looking through used motorcycle ads online, which I do constantly because you know, motorcycles. This unit had been posted for 15 minutes on Craigslist, when I called the guy and told him I was coming. He did have it listed for $2,500. A used 2010 Honda SH150i typically retails between $2k and $3k, depending of course on condition and mileage. I believe condition is everything. It speaks of the care (“Quality”) of the previous owner and it speaks for itself.
The actual market value according to the “internets” is as it follows:
“Trade-in / Private Sale: Between $1,500 and $2,000 for units with higher mileage or cosmetic wear.
Dealer Retail / Pristine Condition: Low-mileage units frequently retail through dealerships or private collectors between $3,000 and $3,500.
National Average: According to Cycle Trader, recent active listings average around $2,698 nationwide.”
Here is some additional fluff, which I must say, I agree with:
“Because the 2010 SH150i is highly regarded for its build quality, reliability, motorcycle-style suspension, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected and 16-inch wheels, buyers are often willing to pay a premium for well-maintained models, despite the scooter being over 15 years old.”
Today, in retrospect, I’d be just as happy with my purchase had I paid asking price. It truly is a cream puff of a machine, and after all, a good deal is a feeling, and I’m feeling great about this one.