Used value for a Hustler?

[ragman88]

I am going to sell my Hustler 980 bigfoot. Does anyone know what I should ask for it. I just can't seem to find much info.

Thanks in advance.

Phil

[thebuggyman1]

Where are you located Phil.....maybe a local member will make you an offer you can't refuse.
BTW I like bigfeets.

[racerone3]

I am going to sell my Hustler 980 bigfoot. Does anyone know what I should ask for it. I just can't seem to find much info.

Thanks in advance.

Phil

Really hard to put a value on something without knowing anything of it's condition. How old are the chains/ bearings? are all the sprocket teeth in good shape? Has the T-20 been serviced or rebuilt? Heck, does the machine even run? Any holes/ cracks in the Body? What kind of tires/ tread depth/ do they hold air.....? Location? the more info you can give, the more we can help. Pics help too.
I gave $700 for mine in non running shape, needing all new chains and bearings, a T-20 rebuild, and 6 tires. H-Mike gave somewhere close to that (I think) for his in running driving condition... Depends a lot on where you are and how bad someone wants it.

[ragman88]

Yea, good idea to tell more, LOL.

Good condition in my opinion. Tires look good, hold air (do have some cracking-dry rot?). Guy I bought it from said he had the chains/sprockets went thru approx. 10 years ago. it has been garage kept for the 15 years he owned it, hasn't been touched in 3 years, that's when I bought it, got it running. Runs great. One small repaired area above the rear driver side wheel. Tires are 2612x12. North little rock arkansas. T20 serviced, I don't know, I haven't. I've had it approx. 1-2 months. Bearings I don't know either. Has a wench and roll cage.

I am looking to sell this and my lt500r quadzilla to buy a 4 seat polaris rzr for the family to ride in.

Thanks again.

[Stonewall]

You could probably sell it in the $1000 range around here, provided it runs and drives good. I'd come buy it today, but I'm ass-deep in my 950 and don't have any extra cash...

[ragman88]

Thats all. A little disappointing. Any of your friends need one, LOL. Might put in on craigslist for 15-1700 and see what happens.

[amphibious drew]

Is the wench a blonde or brunette. Most people looking at these would rather have a winch but if she is hot and serves a good beer you never know.

[racerone3]

I'm gonna have to go with Stonewall on this one.... about a grand. lots of unknown's in the driveline, and someone had to paint it camo! seriously though, the major downer on price is your area. Hustler's were built very close to you, and therefore there are a lot of them in your area. Put it on CL for the price you want. If it doesn't move, you can always lower it. Best of luck in your sale!

Just for comparison, this machine for a starting bid of $2500 has had everything redone. He probably has $12-1500 in parts on top of whatever the machine cost initially, and TONS of labor http://www.6x6world.com/forums/autom...s-6x6-atv.html
I will probably have $2500 to 3K total in mine once I get the splined axle upgrade done, plus a minimum of 100 hours, and doubt I could get anywhere near that for it.

[ragman88]

LOL - I wish she served me money!!

[Stonewall]

I may try and contact you later in the year, when I have the money to take on another project, and see if you still have it.

Actully Race, Hustlers are pretty few and far between around here. I live an hour from where they were manufactured, and my 950 is the only one I've ever seen in person. I search Craigslist a couple times a week for them, and I've seen a poly 900, and a fiberglass 880 listed multiple times, but that's about it. It's been several months since there were any Hustlers for sale around here (in the state). The most common AATVs I see are Max IV's and Argo Frontier 8x8's. I saw a nice Frontier at the Honda dealer a couple days ago.

[hydromike]

H-Mike gave somewhere close to that (I think) for his in running driving condition...

Yup, I gave an even $1000 for mine. The engine ran fine, decent chains, good bearings, good wheels. Mine needed two T-20 cases, and frame repairs (most of them will.....) The body on my Hustler was really in great shape, too. My poor Dad and I spent about 2 hours chipping 2" of ice out away from the chains to try to get it to move. If yours is a running, driving machine, you may be able to get that much for it out there; it really depends on the market.

This is only my opinion, (and judging by how many people do it, it may be an outlier) but the camo paint job really detracts from the machine's curb appeal.

[ragman88]

Sounds good Stonewall.

yea, I've looked around here to get pricing, and can't find anything. Don't know if that's good or bad!

Phil

[amphibious drew]

Sounds good Stonewall.

yea, I've looked around here to get pricing, and can't find anything. Don't know if that's good or bad!

Phil

Price is figured by a number of factors.
1. How bad you need to sell the item.
The price always drops if you are need to sell to come up with cash. Some buyers can sense it and will low ball, but ultimately you will accept a lower price if you need the money and are afraid the deal will fall apart.
2. How bad the buyer wants to buy your item.
A motivated buyer can be easy to spot, but if they are an expert in the market place, they won't overpay. It is important to know who you are dealing with. A newbie to the sport tends to pay more than the people that have been around because they feel they need to have it and now! Where people like Don, JPswift, and even myself, have multiple machines and may not need yours to go out and play with the real ATV's. Evaluate the knowledge of each buyer that comes out and their reasons for wanting a machine before you negotiate and always ask more than you want for it, as well as have an idea of what you NEED for it to let it go. Each person to see it gives you an opportunity to negotiate, but if they start too low it may be best to walk away without trying to negotiate. This relates to your level of motivation.
3. Item location.
Several members have suggested to me that I should make a trip down your way to grab a 980 because they are in greater supply just like a Attex, Max's, and Scramblers are easy to find up by me. Trust me we do see many more Hustlers for sale by you than anywhere else. The greater the supply the lower the price. Even if you aren't finding them for sale, someone else is, and even with what appears to be a market shortage, you have to remember that we are a niche market of buyers as well.
4. Item condition.
Most people like these relatively original and well maintained. If you don't know if something needs done or when it was lost done, the buyer can only assume that it does need done. Unknowns like age on chain, bearings, and last services done to the engine and transmission raise red flags with buyers. If you don't know the answers and want a premium price, its probably best to do the work so you can be honest and say "It's just been done and functions as should." to any service question the buyer asks. However, it may not be worth doing the work. Like Racerone3 said he spent more on his machine than he believes he could get out of it. Sometimes its best to take the guy's $500 before you spend $1500 to get $1800 out of it. Tires alone can end up costing up to $1200 for a 6x6 depending on what you buy.
5. Time of year
If you have spare change before the holidays, almost any machine can be purchased cheap. Generally, people are short of money then and just trying to make ends meet. If you don't need to sell a 6x6 then, I wouldn't suggest trying to do so. However, I believe that late February threw April is a premium time to sell. People just got those tax returns and if they live paycheck to paycheck, they have to buy something with it. People are replacing those toys they had to sell before the holidays to pay for them. There are other good times to sell during the year such as a well set up rig just before hunting season, but sales are here and there. It is slightly harder to find the right buyer with cash in hand.
6. Rareness
If you have something really special, it will sell whenever you decide to put it on the market. A good example of this is the Surtrek. With around 200 built and very few left, they seem to go fast even in rough condition. Newt The Bold, Camel, and a few others have the luxury of being a rarity even in a group of obscure machines. Unfortunately, your 980 does not fit into this class. Don't feel bad, I'm not sure my Attex Tomahawk does either and I've only seen a total of 2 others at group rides since I've been in the hobby. Even the rare machines only fetch $500-$1400 in unrestored condition. The surtrek being on he high end of the scale.
6. Functionality/usefulness
I'm not talking about does it work. That's covered by condition. This is more the capabilities of your machine. Is the body durable ie: poly/heavy fiberglass, fragile ie: thin abs or fiberglass or somewhere in between. What size tires can you run, how well it swims, and how many people can ride in it play a factor. A few other major factors here are the durability and set up of the drive system including engine and tranny. T-20 machines are liked for the tranny design and 4-stroke engines are more desirable for trail riding. Your 980 fairs well here except the factory frame weakness mentioned in an earlier post which can be resolved.



All that being said, as a seller its your responsibility to come up with a price not the buyers. Once you figure your starting price you shouldn't raise it. People don't respond well to it. You can always lower it if the market does not respond, but lower it too many times or too much at once, and it could scare off potential buyers as well. Sorry I couldn't just tell you what its worth, but its not an exact science. Best advice is to try and be fair. The best sale is one where the buyer and seller both are happy with the price. Remember you are not trying to support your family through this deal, you are only trying to find a new loving home for your machine and trying to get back some percentage of your initial cost. Even if your desired sale is more than your initial cost, it is important to have realistic expectations if you want a relatively quick sale. If you don't mind dealing with potential buyers for an extended amount of time you can always hold off for the idiot that will overpay for anything. They do come along every now and then.

[ragman88]

Thanks Drew for the detailed post.
I put it on craigslist yesterday and I will see what happens. Like you mentioned, I don't NEED to sell, just don't have a use for it. I can hold on for a long time, LOL.

Thanks
Phil

[ragman88]

Cross those fingers, I put in in for 1800 yesterday, 3 reply's and one person is supposed to come look at it tomorrow! Hopefully he will show up, LOL. We'll see. Wish I would have put it in there for 2500 now LOL.

Phil