Is this a good deal for a FZ1?

[terp84alum]

2007 FZ-1 w/1200 miles for $6875.

 

[Oblisk]

look closely for crash damage

 

[Tailgate]

Wow. sound like a deal. I mean, that's roughly $3,000.00 off the MSRP, right? And, with only 1300 miles it's near brand new. But---and this is a big but---check the frame for cracking! Some of the FZ1's are prone to have stress cracks or cracks from bad welds on the aluminum frame.

 

[reiobard]

is it still possible (within year from original sale) to put the extended warranty on it? i would use the savings to toss that on there and be happy with an almost new bike, with warranty, for 2k under list... sounds good to me.

 

[ZRXINLA]

It's the same price as this new one, this is the same guy I bought mine from.

eBay Motors: Yamaha : FZ (item 110297750475 end time Oct-15-08 16:24:35 PDT)

 

[terp84alum]

Thanks for the replies. I'll do my best to look for damage. Here's the ad:

I am selling one of my most dearest possessions - the Yamaha FZ1. I have to sell it because my financial situation has changed in last month. -

* Less than 1200 miles
* This is a 2007 model (I purchased brand new in April 2008). 2007 model is the same as 2008 model in terms of all specifications.
* Never been dropped, never been in rain. I have cared for it like my pet.
* Ridden only to work and back (12 miles each way).
* First scheduled maintenance has been done
* You are welcome to get it checked by a mechanic or the dealership, but no test rides.

Here's a picture:

 

[reiobard]

Thanks for the replies. I'll do my best to look for damage. Here's the ad:

I am selling one of my most dearest possessions - the Yamaha FZ1. I have to sell it because my financial situation has changed in last month. -

* Less than 1200 miles
* This is a 2007 model (I purchased brand new in April 2008). 2007 model is the same as 2008 model in terms of all specifications.
* Never been dropped, never been in rain. I have cared for it like my pet.
* Ridden only to work and back (12 miles each way).
* First scheduled maintenance has been done
* You are welcome to get it checked by a mechanic or the dealership, but no test rides.

Here's a picture:

sounds and looks good to me.

 

[Scab]

Which means, it's still under warranty. Which means, you can still add an extended warranty. Which, I know where you can pick up a 4-year Y.E.S. for $389.

 

[terp84alum]

Which means, it's still under warranty. Which means, you can still add an extended warranty. Which, I know where you can pick up a 4-year Y.E.S. for $389.

This is awesome info. Thanks. I sent the guy an email asking him if he could go back to the dealer to get an extended warranty. Is this what you are referring to?

 

[Scab]

With exception to Florida, which has a weird law stating you have to buy the warranty in the the State of Florida if you live in the State of Florida, you can buy the extended warranty from any Yamaha dealer. To the best of my knowledge, the best deal is from D&H Cycle, Culman, AL.
4-Year Y.E.S. for $389. The warranty is honored at any Yamaha dealer in the U.S.
They are quite accomodating people, and can handle your needs over the phone. The only thing, is that they don't take credit cards. Also, anyone looking to buy a new Yamaha or Kawasaki, check their price. Many have found their prices to be such that they fly in to Birmingham, AL, get D&H to pick them up at the airport, then ride their bike home.

And no, I don't work for D&H, but I am a satisified customer. I bought my last two bikes there.

I have their contact information if anybody wants it.


But, yes, to answer you question, you can add the extended warranty at any time during the standard warranty. Once the standard warranty expires, the bike is no longer eligible for the extended service plan.

 

[terp84alum]

Thanks. Can I buy it after I buy the bike or does the current owner (the original purchaser) have to buy it?

 

[Scab]

I think...check with Yamaha to be sure...you buy the bike, transfer the existing warranty, then add the extended warranty. Any Yamaha dealer should be able to tell you the exact proceedure. Prolly just a form to fill out to transfer the existing warranty.

 

[reiobard]

I agree that you should double check with Yamaha, but i have to think that they have a database that has the purchase dates listed by VIN.

 

[Scab]

According to Yamaha: This is straight out of my owners manual:


"Warranty Transfer: To transfer the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser, it is imperative that the machine be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha motorcycle dealer. In order for this warranty to remain in effect, this inspection and registration must take place within ten (10) days after transfer. An inspection and registration fee will be charged for this service."



"Yamaha Extended Service (Y.E.S.)...
...is flexible. You choose the plan that's right for you: 12 months, 24 months, 36 months or, on certain models, even 48 months beyond your warrany period...
...This excellent Y.E.S. plan coverage is only available to Yamaha owners like you, and only while your Yamaha is still within the Yamaha Limited Warranty period...

 

[terp84alum]

The local dealer wants $649 for the 4 year. How do I get around that? The warranty says you have to have the bike inspected prior to issuing the warranty.

 

[MarinaFazer]

no test rides??....make sure to have him start it up (make sure it's cold first and ask him to start it cold)...then have him ride it up and down in front of you on the street. Usually if it's a private party they let you ride it up and down the street with a (drop it you buy it policy).

 

[Scab]

The local dealer wants $649 for the 4 year. How do I get around that? The warranty says you have to have the bike inspected prior to issuing the warranty.

All that would be required is to pay to have the bike inspected and the original warranty transfered to you. And technically, this can be done at any national authorized Yamaha dealer within ten days of purchase. Once that is done, at any time during the remaining factory warranty, you can purchase an extended warranty from any authorized Yamaha dealer.
If the local dealer wants $649, nothing says you have to buy it from them. Buy the extended warranty from the dealer that offers the best deal. As a negotiating tool, get a quote from another dealer (such as D&H in Cullman, AL) and present that to your local dealer and ask them to match it.

 

[terp84alum]

Sweet. That makes sense. Thanks