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2001 Polaris 500 4x4 Sportsman

Old Mar 17, 2013 | 08:45 PM
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Hey guys,

i'm new and was wondering if this was worth the cash?
POLARIS SPORTSMAN 500 HO

Looks really good, almost too good to be true...
 
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Old Mar 18, 2013 | 07:13 AM
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If everthing works then everything works. Looks better then mine and the only thing that does not work on mine is the speedo due to a bad wheel sensor.

Whats the mileage? I just go by condition not year. I looked and turn down a few 2005 models before I bought mine 5 years ago.

Not sure what he means by "HIGH PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION " or is that just a way of saying Heavy Duty springs.

If all is good there fast,powerful 500s class and "very" comfortable ATVs.
 
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Old Mar 18, 2013 | 07:56 AM
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Thanks for replying!

I am contacting the owner at the moment for a location to meet.

Can't wait! (If it works, i'll buy it. )
 
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Old Mar 18, 2013 | 10:29 AM
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Test drive it long enough to make sure the fan cycles on and off properly. Check for any split boots or any click clacking noise in the rear drive shafts. If you notice anything thing that needs to be repaired offer him $2500. Usually people price em a little over what they actually "would like to clear" out of the machines. No different than cars or trucks. Cash talks! If he wont budge on price and you like it,grab it Pretty clean looking 12 year old atv from the pics.
 
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