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I was able to get out of my store yesterday to see 2 Honda dealers. Dlr 1 tells me that the 0% financing ended in Sept. (rats!) They now have (through Dec) .99% for 36 months, and up from there, all attractive rates. They also have $1000.00 in Honda accessories and and extra year warranty (up to 4 years now) thru Oct. I really liked Dlr 1. He spent some time with me and he was very friendly. Dlr 2 was more interested in listening to the Yamaha auction to give me much time of day, even after I told him that I am not kicking tires, but, rather, I WILL buy within 6 months, perhaps today. Hmm. As a retail/wholesale store, I never know the cash level of my customer, so I treat everyone like he could buy and sell me! I guess some guys don't get it. Guess where I won't buy? Understand that is was raining cats and dogs and I was the only customer in both places!
Dlr 1 also had a nicely appointed '03 1800, very good price, but it had girly pictures painted on both saddle bags and on either side of what would be the gas tank on a conventional bike. Having been raised in an auto body shop, I suspect those pictures will only come off when stripped to bare and repainted. I think this is called a conundrum. <g>
So, do I bite the bullet and go new or do I keep looking....There is alot to be said for factory installed GPS, ABS, heated seats and bars! But, will I ride enough to justify new? Not having ridden an 1800, perhaps going used and learning a few things as a step-up is the best way to go?
Randy
Dlr 1 also had a nicely appointed '03 1800, very good price, but it had girly pictures painted on both saddle bags and on either side of what would be the gas tank on a conventional bike. Having been raised in an auto body shop, I suspect those pictures will only come off when stripped to bare and repainted. I think this is called a conundrum. <g>
So, do I bite the bullet and go new or do I keep looking....There is alot to be said for factory installed GPS, ABS, heated seats and bars! But, will I ride enough to justify new? Not having ridden an 1800, perhaps going used and learning a few things as a step-up is the best way to go?
Randy