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Value of 1983 honda cb1100f?
Value of 1983 honda cb1100f?
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cb400four_imp
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All depends on condition for a bike like that, but probably depends also as much on what the buyer wants to pay (a 30 year old bike purchase is an emotional decision probably more so than a new bike decision) and what the seller is willing to part with the bike. Since older bikes can be considered by some as collector's items, the value of the bike varies quite widely, any number I mention will elicit howls of either 'too high, no-one will pay that!' from one person or 'too low, I've seen stuff on eBay and Craigslist in much worse condition go for twice that!'.
One fact is that Kelley Blue Book suggests $3,155 for a 1983 CB1100F bought from a dealer in excellent condition (no scratches *at all*) with all original equipment (no missing manual), the value between private parties for the same mint condition bike would be lower according to KBB. Another fact is that the KBB price doesn't describe all sales (of course!) and I've seen recent sales of vintage CB1100s for over $6,000, but the bike is in original mint condition and had won vintage motorcycle show awards. Some other CB1100s have sold for under a grand. Values are all over the place.
Generally, the remaining mint condition original bikes have been going up in value, probably increased $1,500 or so in value over the past 10 years (specifically, a bike which sold for 2,000 a decade ago might cost 3,500 to buy now, as the bike becomes more rare as bikes are lost to age, neglect, accident, used for parts, etc). A lot of baby boomer's like the CB1100F and will be willing to pay a little more, driving up the price, because they have an emotional attachment to that era, driving up values over time. Note that the CBX of that era has been a very hot collector's item with many bikes going for more than a new 2013 CB1100A off the dealer's lot.
Usually perfectly stock bikes in mint, unrestored and un-repainted with original seats with no tears fetch the highest prices. Usually an 'upgraded' bike with performance parts or unusual paint job doesn't sell for the price of a perfectly stock bike + the amount paid for the 'upgrades' (in fact, it usually sells for less than the value of a stock bike, but sometimes the buyer is willing to pay because the buyer knows he can resell or use the performance parts in question). If you enjoy wrenching, you might be willing to buy a bike for more than another person because you 'know' the underlying value of a solid bike.
The vintage CB1100s are beautiful bikes, and the vintage bikes are fun to ride and always draw a crowd. Hondas generally are reliable, and the CB1100F is no exception (but it is an antique, things will break, and you will have to fix them because most dealers don't want the risk of working on an antique bike!). Honda does a pretty good job of providing parts for a 30 year old motorcycle which was imported into the US for only one year (but sold for several years outside of the US). The CB1100 costs a little bit more to maintain or fix than the CB750F and CB900F of the same vintage because A) there are fewer around; and B) the engine was of slightly different design to provide enhanced performance.
One fact is that Kelley Blue Book suggests $3,155 for a 1983 CB1100F bought from a dealer in excellent condition (no scratches *at all*) with all original equipment (no missing manual), the value between private parties for the same mint condition bike would be lower according to KBB. Another fact is that the KBB price doesn't describe all sales (of course!) and I've seen recent sales of vintage CB1100s for over $6,000, but the bike is in original mint condition and had won vintage motorcycle show awards. Some other CB1100s have sold for under a grand. Values are all over the place.
Generally, the remaining mint condition original bikes have been going up in value, probably increased $1,500 or so in value over the past 10 years (specifically, a bike which sold for 2,000 a decade ago might cost 3,500 to buy now, as the bike becomes more rare as bikes are lost to age, neglect, accident, used for parts, etc). A lot of baby boomer's like the CB1100F and will be willing to pay a little more, driving up the price, because they have an emotional attachment to that era, driving up values over time. Note that the CBX of that era has been a very hot collector's item with many bikes going for more than a new 2013 CB1100A off the dealer's lot.
Usually perfectly stock bikes in mint, unrestored and un-repainted with original seats with no tears fetch the highest prices. Usually an 'upgraded' bike with performance parts or unusual paint job doesn't sell for the price of a perfectly stock bike + the amount paid for the 'upgrades' (in fact, it usually sells for less than the value of a stock bike, but sometimes the buyer is willing to pay because the buyer knows he can resell or use the performance parts in question). If you enjoy wrenching, you might be willing to buy a bike for more than another person because you 'know' the underlying value of a solid bike.
The vintage CB1100s are beautiful bikes, and the vintage bikes are fun to ride and always draw a crowd. Hondas generally are reliable, and the CB1100F is no exception (but it is an antique, things will break, and you will have to fix them because most dealers don't want the risk of working on an antique bike!). Honda does a pretty good job of providing parts for a 30 year old motorcycle which was imported into the US for only one year (but sold for several years outside of the US). The CB1100 costs a little bit more to maintain or fix than the CB750F and CB900F of the same vintage because A) there are fewer around; and B) the engine was of slightly different design to provide enhanced performance.
the Ferret
Road warrior
Very well said cb400four. If you want a daily rider that doesn't require much initial work, expect to pay $3500 to $5000. If you want a concours edition all correct low mileage garage queen $6-$10K. If you find one for less than $2500 its a project.
Just saw at one of the auctions a standard late 60s Bonneville resto went for $ 14,500 for what was basically a $3500 bike 10 years ago. Baby boomers are not afraid to spend some disposable income on nostalgia.there were lots of Bonnevilles sold over many years, there were only a few thousand CB 1100Fs all sold in 1 year.
There are a few old bikes Id like to have but they are quickly getting priced out of my affordability budget.
Just saw at one of the auctions a standard late 60s Bonneville resto went for $ 14,500 for what was basically a $3500 bike 10 years ago. Baby boomers are not afraid to spend some disposable income on nostalgia.there were lots of Bonnevilles sold over many years, there were only a few thousand CB 1100Fs all sold in 1 year.
There are a few old bikes Id like to have but they are quickly getting priced out of my affordability budget.
ZRXman01_imp
First service completed
Speaking of crazy money did anyone see THIS?????
1969 Honda CB750 Sandcast VIN #446, Museum Quality, 100% original
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1969...ycles&hash=item43bd374cf5#ht_79621wt_1555
Bidding is at $31,600.00
The CB 1100 looks better EVERY day!!!!
1969 Honda CB750 Sandcast VIN #446, Museum Quality, 100% original
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1969...ycles&hash=item43bd374cf5#ht_79621wt_1555
Bidding is at $31,600.00
The CB 1100 looks better EVERY day!!!!
the Ferret
Road warrior
Sandcast 750s have been bringing close to $30k for a couple years now. Thats the first one Ive heard of OVER $30k and it will probably end up closer to $35 or $36 I suspect. Crazy isn 't it?
oldyaler_imp
Running like a top
That's bike porn right thereCA200_imp said:
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the Ferret
Road warrior
Lucky. Hope to go there one of these days. Hmm thats a Honda Cub F motor but a Type A bicycle frame. The type A motor mounted up high between the frame rails. Still awesome to look at. Bet I could spend days in that place.
Next month Im headed down to the Wheels Thru Time museum on the CB. Should be a fun ride.
Next month Im headed down to the Wheels Thru Time museum on the CB. Should be a fun ride.
Randy B
Road warrior
Isn't this CRAZY AWESOME mechanical creation at that museum as well? (I know it's not a Honda, but WOW!)
Ack-CB11_imp
Road warrior
Here's a beauty on Ebay, 4k reserve not met yet.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Honda-CB-...db&vxp=mtr
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Honda-CB-...db&vxp=mtr
the Ferret
Road warrior
Nice looking bike.. there are some warning flags for me...its been repainted.. non stock european wheels... Non stock pipes, non stock seat, new chain and sprocket and new brake pads..bike is only supposed to have 7,000 miles on it.
PowderToastMan_imp
Been there
Somebody did that with a Kawasaki I-6 bike as well... totally nuts.Randy B_imp said:Isn't this CRAZY AWESOME mechanical creation at that museum as well? (I know it's not a Honda, but WOW!)
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