The dealer BS was killing me. So I bought a used one this morning. The 500 EFI announcement was the breaking point. I need one real bad for some upcoming hunts and thought I could always dump this one when the new ones are readily available. Used Sportsmans seem to sell in about 5 minutes in AZ.

Anything I should look out for on a 2000? What upgrades/ aftermarkets do you recommend?

Thanks
This board has been very helpful!!!

Dan

thanks
Dan

 

The 2000 SP should be very reliable so you wont have to look out for much other than maybe ripped boots and minor stuff.

 

I have a 2000 sportsman 500. It's been a great machine. But yes, it too has had a torn boot or two.

 

I was in the same boat you were/are, very limited ATV for sale west of the Rockies.
I bought a used 2000 Sportman 500 (110 hours) and can think of nothing it needs when compared to my 2005 (400). The 400 rides a little better (when going very fast), and the front trunk is great, but they both are close enough that I'd ride either. I'd just look for lower hours hours, and service history. Checking for rust at frame joints, will give you and idea as to how well it was taken care of (maybe not as big of tip-off in AZ compared to rainy Pacific N.W.)
Have fun, and safe riding.