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Offline camelman

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prices finally dropping?
« on: February 21, 2012, 11:09:27 PM »
Is it just me, or are CB prices starting to drop on eBay?  I've noticed much lower sales prices and slower bidding recently.  I've also seen the classics sitting idle on craigslist much more now with repeat postings going for weeks and month.
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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #1 on: February 22, 2012, 05:56:02 AM »
Noticed the same thing on this side of the country.  Wondering if it was seasonal, though...
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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #2 on: February 22, 2012, 06:18:32 AM »
The ones sitting on ebay or CL for extended periods of time are those which think they can get 7600 for a k6.. That listing, a potential buyer even quetioned the seller as why he had the minimum bid so high...... One that is far from mint can still get high prices. I always like to hear the individuals who have dealt with CB's for years to chime in. They are your best best to this matter. ...... The rush will begin in April once again.

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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #3 on: February 22, 2012, 06:26:41 AM »
I was kind of thinking the opposite.  Out of sheer morbid curiosity, I looked at the 350Fs on ebay and found this one:  http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1973-Honda-CB350F-CB-350-Four-/300659139746?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item4600ae64a2  No side covers, no headlight, broken turn signal, and not running among other cosmetic issues:  $1000...   ???  Admittedly a small sample size but every time I see that I immediately think my 350Fs are worth double what they really are..
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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #4 on: February 22, 2012, 06:55:23 AM »
Maybe it's because the show "Cafe Racer" has gone into re-runs.  ;D
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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #5 on: February 22, 2012, 07:02:30 AM »
Nomad. I know you watch those reruns. We all do!
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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #6 on: February 22, 2012, 07:15:37 AM »
Quote from: Tews19 on February 22, 2012, 07:02:30 AM
Nomad. I know you watch those reruns. We all do!

I'm trying to cut back...  ;D
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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #7 on: February 22, 2012, 07:32:06 AM »
I didn't even finish the first part.

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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #8 on: February 22, 2012, 07:33:43 AM »
Heh, I stopped watching after they cut up that K0.  The whole show was too choppy for me.  Not enough meat.
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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #9 on: February 22, 2012, 07:39:19 AM »
Quote from: fmctm1sw on February 22, 2012, 06:26:41 AM
I was kind of thinking the opposite.  Out of sheer morbid curiosity, I looked at the 350Fs on ebay and found this one:  http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1973-Honda-CB350F-CB-350-Four-/300659139746?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item4600ae64a2  No side covers, no headlight, broken turn signal, and not running among other cosmetic issues:  $1000...   ???  Admittedly a small sample size but every time I see that I immediately think my 350Fs are worth double what they really are..
you should. 
bought mine for $1k, sold it for $2500.  barely made up what i put into it.  i probably should have asked more, but i didnt want to be THAT guy.  it was worth every penny to the guy who put the cash into my hand.

I cant say that i'm seeing CB's for less $$$ here in the PNW, but there sure are fewer this time of year.
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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #10 on: February 22, 2012, 01:32:43 PM »
Hmm, maybe it is just the calm before the April buying storm.
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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #11 on: February 22, 2012, 01:43:04 PM »
prob.  but here's to hoping supply keeps the prices down ::)
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Offline NewOldSchool

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Re: prices finally dropping?
« Reply #12 on: February 22, 2012, 04:12:03 PM »
It must be seasonal, or people selling things to pay taxes. I see WAY too many guys putting clubmans and a seat on a bike, calling it a "Cafe" and trying to charge 4 to 5 grand. Ridiculous. If they are original and in good condition, its a sin to rattle can them and chop them for the sake of pop culture trends. That's what parts bikes are for.
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