What's it worth?

[NotoriousBLM]

I have a 95 Polaris XLT SKS. It has high miles on it, but is in otherwise excellent condition. I was wondering if anybody could tell me what it's worth. 5000 miles, clutch rebuilt 400 miles ago, long track with 1 1/4" lugs (good shape), over all the machine is in great shape. Only put 30 miles on it this year and I'm long on toys and short on space. Basically I'm curious to see what you guys think its worth. Also any ideas as far as value now vs. value in November would be great. Thanks

[Dr. Bob]

I have no idea if it is accurate but the NADA Guide on line says the average retail for this sled is $1950.

Dr. Bob

[This message has been edited by Dr. Bob (edited 05-01-2002).]

[bae501]

I bought a 96 600 xcr last spring with a little over 3000 miles on for $1500. And at the grass drags last year you could pick up numerous xcr's and xlt's from $1300 to $1700.
Everyone is switching to twin cylinders. Hope this info helps.

[NotoriousBLM]

Thanks for the input. Just curious what the HSOforum is that gives the values. Any ideas where I could find a buyer that would give me the "book value"

[Dr. Bob]

The web site is called NADA guides. You can do a search under "blue book" and you should find the link to it. They do not allow unauthorized links here or I would post it for you.

As far as finding a buyer all I can suggest is to advertise it.

Dr. Bob

[NotoriousBLM]

Thanks, Dr Bob. I didn't know the NADA had books out for sleds and so on. It will be a valuable tool in the future.

[Ely Lake Expert]

Bae,

Just out of curiosity, what grass drags did you buy it at? Eveleth or somewhere else?
Grass drags are usually a good place to buy sleds. Quite often you can find good deals.

Ely lake expert

PS I have my 96 indy ultra and I have no plans of switching to a twin. Twins may be faster off the line, but I love the mid range torque and the sound of triples.

[This message has been edited by Ely lake expert (edited 05-07-2002).]

[Biggestfish]

All I can say is good luck finding someone to pay book value. Sled prices really take a hit after a winter like we just had. Plus the fact that Polaris sold about 10 zillion XLTs in the mid 90s, so that also does not help the resale. FYI I just bought a 02 Super Sport still in the crate for $3,650, and they through in a cover to boot. Only hope the wife can get out and ride it next winter.

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