The dealer took a trade of a 2000 400ex (for Raptor) and they are selling it for $4500 plus tax. They claim only 10 hours of use. How can I verify that this is true and that this quad wasn't beat on real bad??

Thanks Jeff

 

look at the underbelly and take it for a test ride.Check for obvious signs like banged up rims,banged up underside,etc.There is no way to tell that it has the supposed 10 hours on it that the dealer claims.Hours are estimated without an hour meter installed.Get some type of warranty not just the tail light warranty.Good luck

 

Look closely at the handlebar grips. There should be no indication of wear on them if only 10 hours are on it.

Look at the tires. Those little injection nubs should still be sticking up on them.

 

ask them to swear on the holy bible. If he won't throw some holy water on him and stand back.

 

If that doesn't work ask him to give you the previous owners phone number. Then call the guy and invite him out for a beer or 12. Damn it's funny the stories that come out of people when there drunk. LOL

 

Look at the black plastic where your knees sit. I've been very suprised at my friends that have new EXs. After a week or two, the black plastic is extremely scratched up from dirt and grit .

 

You will never know for certain, and you will always have doubt when you hear a unusual noise coming from your machine. Many things can happen within a ten hour break in period that will effect the life of Atv. Personaly, id never buy one used. Right out of the crate for me, that way i know forsure whats what. Save yourself some sleep and go for the new one with zero hours on it.

 

First of all dont pay the tax..You can be "farm exempt". Im not sure if its only on brand new atvs or if it goes for used also. You dont have to prove that you own a farm or anything, the dealer just takes off the tax and writes it up however they have to. Do Not pay Tax. Just tell them "and by the way Im farm exempt"

 

hahahaha that was good weedman

 

Farm Exempt?? Is that just in TX or can you get that in other states too? It would be great to save a couple bucks. I'll have to ask next time I deal on a ride.

Mohs87Warrior (400EX SOON)