| Author | Message | ||
     Combatcop |
OK a question from a noob veteran (noob = never owned a Buell; veteran = rode for 20y until a nasty wreck 2 years ago). I am absolutely convinced I want a Ulysses and found one in my budget, but it is several hours away. I have always purchased new, so this is my first used bike. Should I have the seller deliver to a dealership that is local to him for a check? My challenge with this choice is I don't have a solid recommendation in the area and it would be a serious inconvenience for the seller. Or, should I travel 4 hours to inspect? My challenges for this one is that I am not overly mechanically inclined, don't know Buells (so what should I look for, "normal problems", and don't want to waste a day on his word alone. Come on oh wise ones, your sage advice is appreciated. | ||
| Bigdaddy |
Good questions. Based on your profile location you can likely get some help from some locals and you may be able to get a Uly owning Badweber at the prospective buyers location to give the bike a once over. Put up as many of the details as you can, and that you're comfortable with, and you will get some responses. | ||
| Combatcop |
Point well made. Here's the listing in Charlotte, NC for a 2006 w/ 11K miles http://charlotte.craigslist.org/mcy/1180275585.htm l. | ||
| Bigdaddy |
On the surface that's a really good deal -- especially if you get the 4 years of extended service too. It cannot be very far from me and I could look at it for you or I could go with you to look at it. Cary to Charlotte is 160 miles (I do it twice a week). | ||
| Combatcop |
Wow what a kind offer! I am traveling out of state until Monday. Do want me to shoot you a private message to negotiate your "fee" this week or to determine your availability for next week? | ||
| Bigdaddy |
"fee"  No fees. I'll be gone for the next 5 or 6 days myself, but we can work something out. |
