FZ6 Price Check

[OVerLoRDI]

I have long been a fan of the FZ6 (especially the pre FZ6R).

I am now in a position to buy one and I found one that I am quite interested in, however the price seems a little crazy and I want to negotiate but be realistic.

Stats on the bike:
2007 FZ6
Red
Cosmetically 99.9% flawless (there are some scuffs on the right handle bar)
Completely stock
600 miles
Asking price: $6000

It has been on the dealership floor for about 3 weeks now at that price and I think it is too high for a 6+ year old bike, that was new at about 7k.

What is a realistic price for an FZ6 in this condition and this low of miles?

 

[grider1]

I just bought a 2005 FZ6...great condition...11K miles for $3,500

 

[dpaul007]

That price really doesn't surprise me if its being sold by a dealership, in the middle of riding season, for a very low mileage bike. With that price you should get some peace of mind on the purchase. There is also a thread here called something like what did you pay for your fz6 that you can look at.

Fwiw: mine was $3500 for a 2007 with 16k miles

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[CNY Fizzer]

Seems too much even with the low miles. Would not think any more than 5,000. :welcome:

 

[Helvete]

Regardless of its' low mileage, it's still an old bike. We're not talking classic sports cars here either, it's just a regular bike! I bought my 2009 with 6k on it for £3400 from a dealer. That's newer and cheaper and I'm in the UK! 600 or 6000 miles I think is irrelevant.

 

[skooter65]

Just for basis of comparison; That is what I paid for my 2007 in early 2008; Brand new, Out the door.

I would consider looking elsewhere.

 

[OVerLoRDI]

Just for basis of comparison; That is what I paid for my 2007 in early 2008; Brand new, Out the door.

I would consider looking elsewhere.

That was my gut feeling as well.

I'm going to try to get them below 5k, closer to 4500 seems more realistic.

 

[Yasko]

$4500 is fare, any more than that, I'd pass. :thumbup:

You'll need $350 for a fresh set of tires.:rockon:

 

[mayassa]

Yep tires are out of date, $4500 tops with them tossing in the tires.

 

[Blocky]

It could be worth less than half that much depending on how well it was stored.

At 6 years old with only a few hundred miles, I wouldn't go near that thing without a good warranty or an inspection by a mechanic of your choosing.

 

[yanek]

I bought my 06 with 700 miles from PA for $4150 year ago.

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[outasight20]

I'd be more worried buying a bike with such low miles that has just been sitting around for years than buying one that has at least been ridden. Pass unless you can get it for under $4,000

 

[rumblestrip]

My $.02 -- my 06 FZ6 was in pristine shape, and ran me $3500 (plus tires)...and this is higher than what I've seen other people get on here. Knock that price down.

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[SweaterDude]

That was my gut feeling as well.

I'm going to try to get them below 5k, closer to 4500 seems more realistic.

tell them 6k out the door. its a used bike, dealers don't like to keep used inventory it wastes floor space. the bike is only really worth about 5. as it is basically a brand new bike that hasn't finished break in yet. 5K + dealer crap = 6K, which is fair. but i paid 7K OTD in 2011 for my BRAND NEW 09. This bike is 2 years older than mine, and its 2 years later, and its USED. 5K at most/ 6 OTD is pretty fair, but you also wont find another with less miles.... so if that, and a fresh slate are important to you... (i will only buy a used bike if its stock)

its really not that bad of a price but its not a good price either, its really whatever you want to do dude.

oh and dont compare this bike too much with prices for 06 and older, its a different generation of bike. the 07+ is a slightly better machine, and some aftermarket parts dont fit the older bikes as well.

again $6,000 out the door or pass

 

[pookamatic]

I wouldn't pay more than 4,500 considering you need new tires. Actually for a 2007, I'd prefer one with a few thousand miles. At least you know it all the parts moved here and there. And don't even get me started on the slow color...

 

[dxh24]

Think you'll have trouble knocking 1500 off a dealership bike... Highest I'd go would probably be 5000 OTD with tires thrown in... Give them your price and if they counter with something you don't like, move on

 

[boarder4life81]

WOW! That is more then I paid for my '09 brand new off the floor ($5200), granted price can be affected by region and time of year. That said I wouldn't go over $4000 and a complete inspection report done by a certified mechanic. A bike that old with so few miles is asking for all kinds of issues if it wasn't drained properly and/or then improperly stored.

 

[OVerLoRDI]

Thanks for all the feedback and opinions. I may skip the bike unless I can get it at 4500-5k out the door with new tires.

There are quite a few good bikes (not fz6) that can be had for cheaper.

I just always wanted an fz6 and currently I'm having little luck on Craigslist for my area.

 

[pookamatic]

A little patience here can save you 2 grand.

Expand your search - there's always a few for sale near me in Philadelphia, but when I look to the surrounding region, several more pop up. Good luck.