Pros and cons of this ATV?

Asking $6,000. NADA book is $5,400 to $7,200.

https://omaha.craigslist.org/snw/5609114774.html

 

Good power for 550 cc engine, great on-board storage, very comfortable ride, nice package. Only con I can think of is that they have gone to a 570 now and eventually the 550 parts are going to be harder to find. Probably pretty good for the next few years. With low miles like that it's a good deal.

This is the modern version that costs $9699: 2016 Polaris Sportsman 570 SP Hunter Edition : Features

 

Like anything used it is all about how it was cared for. Ad sounds like it was buy only a personal inspection can tell for sure. Next question is......is that the one your looking for? If you were looking for a race quad and settled for a utility quad just because it was in good condition will be regretted later on, but id that is the exact model you wanted all along then that makes it a better deal. Check it over with a fine tooth comb and let us know. Being a Polaris....should not have any difficulty in getting parts or accessories for it.

 

Appreciate the feedback. Yes, this very much what I'm looking for, a 4x4 utility ATV with power steering and winch. I'd like camo, cause I hunt.

Owner said doesn't have a title for this machine. Should that be a red flag? I'm going to have a look at it here in an hour. I'll update soon.

 

Unless you live in a state that does not require a title, then yes that would be a very large red flag! If you need a title..how are you going to get one if he doesn't have one?

 

I wouldn't consider buying anything without either a title or registration.

 

It has title. I saw it, along with all original paper work, invoice from dealer when he purchased ($10,500). Said he got good deal on it. Verified only ~350 miles, 25 hours.

Options included:
Polaris winch, $379 (w/ extra switch)
Front lock and ride storage container, $170
Heated hand grips, $55
ATV Cover, $150
Rear rack extender, $99
Dust covers for shocks, ?
Custom hitch (he's a welder), ?

Drove around block...gets up and goes. No leaks, no scratches, just a little dusty from riding dirt roads. Honestly, it looks brand-damn new.

He's probably mid 20's, has just purchased second Harley, has nice Silverado and an S-10 project truck in his garage (low rider). Welder, travels a lot...seems like nice guy. We talked for probably 40 minutes.

Asking $6,000, I talked him down to $5,200. NADA book value is $7,400, low retail is $5,611.

Talking over with the wife...I think I'm going to be the proud new owner of a 2013 Sportsman 550 Browning Edition.

Stoked!

 

Sounds like a good deal. Original price of $6000 was a bit high but $5200 sounds pretty reasonable. Dealers will tack on extra fees and taxes so the same quad at a dealer would cost considerably more. The extras included, most notably the winch and extra storage, sound like stuff you probably would have bought yourself and now you don't have to.

 

Yes, I'm happy with the deal. Should probably keep my mouth shut until it's in my garage. Closing the deal Wed night.

 

Sounds good to me.