I only want to spend about $3,000 on a used Polaris Sportsman 500.

What year model can I expect for around $3,000? So far from my research, it seems like there are some 2001s or 2002s for around $3,000. If necessary, I could probably go as high as 3,200 if it's a good value.

So I came here to the experts for advice What do you guys think?

Ps. I don't know how big of a factor location is, but if it's of any importance, I live in Northeastern Ohio.

 

Location is the biggest factor for what I can see. Around here 01' and 02's go from anywhere of 1800 for a lot of miles to 2500. When I see the o4 and 05 they seem to start around 3000 to 400o. Check Cl, the classifieds and local listings on Ebay. Compare it with used from a shop and you might be suprised. I bought a 98 500 that was in great shape and low miles from a local place in Illinois and it was 1800.00
Just research every local avenue available. TonyT

 

I paid 2800 for my 2001...And of course after I got it I noticed the rear wheels sitting kinda funny (I bought it in february...dark month)...well the bushings had been crushed out of it !! He mentioned he pulled a trailer with it..."okay" I thought...well with the independent suspension all the load goes thru the suspension components...on a straight axle quad the hitch is attached directly to the rear end...thus the load goes straight to the tires...no suspension parts involved...I ended up fabbing my bushings out of 3/4" & 1" brass and copper pipe...much better than the poly it came with....just be aware if the owner tells you "I pulled a trailer with it...it did great !" check the rear suspension bushings...or lack there of.

 

As mentioned in other post I paid 1600 for my 01 scrambler 500

 

And i Got it from a town west of Columbus, ohio

 

Look for a clean 2004 or 2005 for around $3K.

 

remember you can get an '11 for under 6. Lots of people paid a lot more for theirs years ago, and are holding the value at what they paid for it, and not what they are currently worth

 

agreed that it depends on locationand condtion/milage is a huge factor. maybe 03',04' years is about right.

 

You could get a used 2001 Cadillac for $3000.00. Set your standards as high a possible. Used ATV market is flooded, dealers don,t even want them. Leave your offer and phone number and someone will call you back. Never trust a salesman and buyer beware!