04-22-2018, 01:37 AM
(04-21-2018, 06:47 PM)Cormanus_imp Wrote:(04-21-2018, 01:08 PM)Roper_imp Wrote: Well, if you're comfortable with it, you could tell the dealer you'll do $6800 out the door, again. That's only $300 less than the dealer's asking, and it might seem more of an "even trade" for you. You could print out some of the other great deals around on new 14s and use those to bargain with. If the dealer won't move on the price, maybe you could get them to throw in a new helmet and gloves, or add heated grips or a rear rack. Bottom line is that you have to feel good about the deal. If you do, go for it and don't worry about what everyone else thinks. The CB1100 is an excellent platform to build the bike you really want. If you don't feel good about it, there are other deals out there.
I think that is the best advice you’re likely to get on the vexed question of what constitutes a good deal. Best of luck with your decision.
I think that is the best advice you’re likely to get on the vexed question of what constitutes a good deal. Best of luck with your decision. Agreed.
The new CB1100 will cost the OP his NC700X plus $4000 cash. If we're talking pennies, clearly he'd better off selling his bike on his own, since the dealer will need to make a profit when they wholesale or resell it, which would otherwise go to the OP if he chose to sell it on his own. That's the cost of convenience.
As far as whether it's a good deal, we've seen CB1100 pricing vary dramatically across the country. It wouldn't be a good deal around here, but perhaps it reflects the motorcycle market in New Hampshire. I can't comment on the $600 dealer fees, but they're usually negotiable to some degree. If so, the trade-in value of the NC700X will be adjusted accordingly.