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Is an 85 700 maxim x worth 800 bucks?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by mvvette97, Jun 29, 2011.

  1. mvvette97

    mvvette97 New Member

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    I have a friends maxim x at my place doing a little work on it. It runs nice and has about 24k on it. Paint looks pretty good for the age. My nephew is looking for a bike and he said he would sell it to him for 800 bucks. Does that sound like an ok deal? I don't have any idea what this thing would be worth.
     
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    schmuckaholic Well-Known Member

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    I paid $1500 for mine, so if it's in as good enough shape as you say it is, that might not be a bad deal at all.
     
    schmuckaholic, Jun 30, 2011
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    cutlass79500 Well-Known Member

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    Thats good deal As long as it has not been run to death and the motor is in good shape. Fast bike
     
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    While your doing the little bit of work on it run a compression test. If the numbers are good. The the motor is sound. A good runner with a sound motor is deffiantely worth the asking price. Plenty of room to work with for repairs/upgrades.

    Also check the date codes on the tires, and brake hoses. If nothing else you will know what to keep an eye on in the future. I assume that he will come to you when it needs to be fixed.

    Ghost
     
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    One in reasonable condition will normally bring 1400-1750
    Very nice condition can get you over $2k if the right buyer happens along.
     
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    well I got it bought. Ended up getting it for 700 bucks. So that's better yet
     
    mvvette97, Jul 1, 2011
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    I got my 81 xj550 for $1000. I think it was well worth it.
     
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    You did good... got my airhead for 800
     
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    I picked up my airhead in a bar for $3.50 (the price for a bottle of beer) .....oh wait...you meant...

    Ok that one cost me $225.
     
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    Itsherbike, you have to eloborate!
    I've gotten x's from 300-700. My personal EX cost 500, and it is for sale after extensive work for $2200
     
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    I was makin a joke. About pickin one up in a bar...airheaded chick...

    But I paid $225 for my '85 XJ700 (airhead)
     
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    ah, got it! there's an x local to me for sale for $500, but it has a halacious dent in the tank.
     
    mcrwt644, Jul 4, 2011
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    If the dent int he tank is the only problem I'd jump on it.
     
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    They had a 82 xj 550 out here for $400 just needed a little carb work. Wish I had the money.
     
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