Author Topic: Evaluation Assistance. 1970 cb750K0 (Read 3110 times)

Magpie · « **Reply #25 on:** June 10, 2022, 08:33:33 AM »

BenelliSEI:
"P.S. My +40 year old son keeps warning me that as time passes, “All the old farts that love these bikes so much won’t be riding anymore (or worse)”. He’s probably right."
A broker friend of mine has suggested this has happened to the generation before us with British bikes. The older farts are selling off their bikes or selling for estate planning and the market is being flooded with good bikes and guys my age (72) are of the Honda ages. I'm old enough to be there when the CB750 made it's debut. I went from a 1968 Triumph Bonneville, one of the best years for a Triumph, to a red 1969 CB750. The British bike riders just didn't get it. The difference was unbelievable. Having said that I see there is a nice Bonneville for sale in Ontario. I still think they are a work of art and would like to have one for my collection.
I don't ride my bikes as much anymore however I just bought a 1981 CBX to enjoy. I'm a bit intimidated by it but even so I'm looking forward to riding it.
Good thread here.

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #26 on:** June 10, 2022, 09:41:38 AM »

Guys….. Thank you all for the thoughtful feedback. Really will help me decide. Going to leave it until Monday, but leaning towards “Sell”.

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #27 on:** June 10, 2022, 09:46:53 AM »

Quote from: Magpie on June 10, 2022, 08:33:33 AM

BenelliSEI:
"P.S. My +40 year old son keeps warning me that as time passes, “All the old farts that love these bikes so much won’t be riding anymore (or worse)”. He’s probably right."
A broker friend of mine has suggested this has happened to the generation before us with British bikes. The older farts are selling off their bikes or selling for estate planning and the market is being flooded with good bikes and guys my age (72) are of the Honda ages. I'm old enough to be there when the CB750 made it's debut. I went from a 1968 Triumph Bonneville, one of the best years for a Triumph, to a red 1969 CB750. The British bike riders just didn't get it. The difference was unbelievable. Having said that I see there is a nice Bonneville for sale in Ontario. I still think they are a work of art and would like to have one for my collection.
I don't ride my bikes as much anymore however I just bought a 1981 CBX to enjoy. I'm a bit intimidated by it but even so I'm looking forward to riding it.
Good thread here.

I think this line of thought is accurate. The older brother of my best friend asked me to help sell a few of his vehicles. One of my favourites was a beautifully and totally restored FORD Model A. It’s a stunning restoration and will cruise all day (at +40 mph!). Lots of them for sale and struggled to get $12K. Just no interest!

Stev-o · « **Reply #28 on:** June 10, 2022, 11:10:44 AM »

Quote from: BenelliSEI on June 10, 2022, 09:46:53 AM

Quote from: Magpie on June 10, 2022, 08:33:33 AM
BenelliSEI:
"P.S. My +40 year old son keeps warning me that as time passes, “All the old farts that love these bikes so much won’t be riding anymore (or worse)”. He’s probably right."
A broker friend of mine has suggested this has happened to the generation before us with British bikes. The older farts are selling off their bikes or selling for estate planning and the market is being flooded with good bikes and guys my age (72) are of the Honda ages. I'm old enough to be there when the CB750 made it's debut. I went from a 1968 Triumph Bonneville, one of the best years for a Triumph, to a red 1969 CB750. The British bike riders just didn't get it. The difference was unbelievable. Having said that I see there is a nice Bonneville for sale in Ontario. I still think they are a work of art and would like to have one for my collection.
I don't ride my bikes as much anymore however I just bought a 1981 CBX to enjoy. I'm a bit intimidated by it but even so I'm looking forward to riding it.
Good thread here.

I think this line of thought is accurate. The older brother of my best friend asked me to help sell a few of his vehicles. One of my favourites was a beautifully and totally restored FORD Model A. It’s a stunning restoration and will cruise all day (at +40 mph!). Lots of them for sale and struggled to get $12K. Just no interest!

This is a good discussion.

But a Ford Model A cannot be compared to collectible muscle cars and CB750's, they just are not much fun to drive. My '70 Corvette convertible will never be for sale, my daughter has already decided that it will be inherited by her! I highly doubt that if I did have a Model A, that she would be interested in it.

Bottom line is if a vehicle [or motorcycle] is a thrill ride, there will be someone interested in owning it.
Even with gas pushing $5 a gallon here in the states, that 10 miles you can drive a muscle car for 5 bucks is well worth it!

MauiK3 · « **Reply #29 on:** June 10, 2022, 02:56:54 PM »

Some icons, like an early CB750 will continue to have value much like certain Mustangs and Camaros.
The CBX is another bike that has gone up in value just due to the elegance and mystique of that beautiful power plant. The modern 6 cylinder bikes just don’t have “it”
I check Craigslist here often and it’s always the same bunch of various v twin ho hum bikes. Seldom anything actually interesting.
I recently sold my Ruckus before I advertised it. The coconut telegraph heard I was thinking about it and I got a call, no problem, it’s a Honda, we want it.
These bikes are desirable, especially stock to near stock. Folks that start cutting frames up are sacrificing value.

david 750f · « **Reply #30 on:** June 10, 2022, 10:35:24 PM »

There is always Canadian pricing, no 1970 has sold for over $20k on Bring a Trailor take that into account. I would take anything over $15K, but I’m a cheap Canadian.

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #31 on:** June 11, 2022, 04:13:24 AM »

Quote from: david 750f on June 10, 2022, 10:35:24 PM

There is always Canadian pricing, no 1970 has sold for over $20k on Bring a Trailor take that into account. I would take any over $15K, but I’m a cheap Canadian

You are right! The market here is different. Maybe I”ll set a record?

69cb750 · « **Reply #32 on:** June 11, 2022, 04:45:27 AM »

https://bringatrailer.com/search/?s=1970+cb750
1970 Honda CB750 Sold for $15,002 on 5/1/22
1970 Honda CB750 Sold for $7,700 on 8/9/21
1970 Honda CB750 Sold for $20,000 on 5/28/21
1970 Honda CB750 Bid to $15,000 on 4/18/21
1970 Honda CB750 Sold for $16,750 on 2/25/20

Kevin D · « **Reply #33 on:** June 11, 2022, 07:37:00 AM »

I would think that a private sale with these circumstances would bring a premium over an auction, as the prospective buyer has indicated his particular interest. Are there Best in Show trophy winners in his collection?

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #34 on:** June 11, 2022, 05:51:34 PM »

Quote from: Kevin D on June 11, 2022, 07:37:00 AM

I would think that a private sale with these circumstances would bring a premium over an auction, as the prospective buyer has indicated his particular interest. Are there Best in Show trophy winners in his collection?

No. He has a big, modern Beemer and a new KTM for “duel sport” adventures. He’s always loved early SOHC c750’s and just wants a very nice one…..

PeWe · « **Reply #35 on:** June 12, 2022, 12:22:14 AM »

When comparing prices. This very bike does not need any repair at all.

I often see bikes at too high asking price where I see at least $10.000US in repairs/missing parts. Here mostly K2's, sometimes K1.

The lower cost bikes might not have stock HM300 4-4 in decent shape, stock tank with original paint, stock wheels, not aftermarket with D.ID printed on the rim side
I guess this only is around $10.000 US if possible to buy.

Good looking stock fenders not cheap either.

A price around $20.000-25.000 US can therefore not be too much.
A best in show must add on.

A well repaired bike and car might not always get the money back when selling it.

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #36 on:** June 12, 2022, 04:55:05 AM »

Quote from: PeWe on June 12, 2022, 12:22:14 AM

When comparing prices. This very bike does not need any repair at all.

I often see bikes at too high asking price where I see at least $10.000US in repairs/missing parts. Here mostly K2's, sometimes K1.

The lower cost bikes might not have stock HM300 4-4 in decent shape, stock tank with original paint, stock wheels, not aftermarket with D.ID printed on the rim side
I guess this only is around $10.000 US if possible to buy.

Good looking stock fenders not cheap either.

A price around $20.000-25.000 US can therefore not be too much.
A best in show must add on.

A well repaired bike and car might not always get the money back when selling it.

PeWe.... thanks for your feedback. Much appreciated!

newday777 · « **Reply #37 on:** June 12, 2022, 05:34:12 AM »

I went yesterday to an open house for Honda Restoration (NH NOS parts seller).
He has an all original 10,000 mile K2 Gold for sale asking $10,000. Unfortunately he left gas in the tank and it now has pin holes in it so it will be a good candidate for a Yamiya body kit and needs the carbs cleaned again as it sat from 2014 when he rode it last. He has kept it in his heated/AC shop/museum so he didn't think there would be the problems he has now encountered. He is open to offers.

PeWe · « **Reply #38 on:** June 12, 2022, 07:20:56 AM »

The price is what people want to pay.
An auction where buyers must overbid eachother can raise the price.
I found an interesting article.

https://www.themotorcyclebroker.co.uk/why-are-first-year-of-production-classics-the-most-valuable/

A really good K0 as this one can be in the same area as a good looking stock Z1-900 74-75?

MauiK3 · « **Reply #39 on:** June 12, 2022, 08:04:26 AM »

Having a sand cast K0 and a die cast K0 is pretty cool but how many bikes do any of us need? I have trouble carving out time for just riding them what with life stuff.
If I had a lot of bikes including the K0s I think I'd unload the others but two K0s is a lot.
tough decision but money talks

MrGardman · « **Reply #40 on:** June 12, 2022, 09:26:52 AM »

No matter what you decide, that is one beautiful KO!

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #41 on:** June 12, 2022, 10:51:54 AM »

Quote from: MauiK3 on June 12, 2022, 08:04:26 AM

Having a sand cast K0 and a die cast K0 is pretty cool but how many bikes do any of us need? I have trouble carving out time for just riding them what with life stuff.
If I had a lot of bikes including the K0s I think I'd unload the others but two K0s is a lot.
tough decision but money talks

If it speaks, I may have to listen!

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #42 on:** June 12, 2022, 10:52:30 AM »

Quote from: MrGardman on June 12, 2022, 09:26:52 AM

No matter what you decide, that is one beautiful KO!

Thanks! Makes it a tough decision.

PeWe · « **Reply #43 on:** June 12, 2022, 01:21:48 PM »

If you'll get a good price, not wrong to sell it while still a popular buy.

You have some bikes to enjoy. On the road as well as look only in your garage aka museum!

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #44 on:** June 12, 2022, 04:38:53 PM »

PeWe..... so right! Finish the Rickman CR, finish the Sandcast, and I have a very clean K6 that is getting a fresh motor. Lot’s to keep me busy!

HondaMan · « **Reply #45 on:** June 12, 2022, 07:28:32 PM »

Quote from: Magpie on June 10, 2022, 08:33:33 AM

I don't ride my bikes as much anymore however I just bought a 1981 CBX to enjoy.

You're makin' me jealous...

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #46 on:** June 13, 2022, 07:02:18 AM »

Thanks for all the comments. SOLD it.

PeWe · « **Reply #47 on:** June 13, 2022, 07:40:41 AM »

I'm sure the new owner is pride of such good looking bike.
Maybe it look better than it did as new 52 years ago?

More elbow grease and alu polish...

MauiK3 · « **Reply #48 on:** June 13, 2022, 07:47:56 AM »

congratulations!

drodg33 · « **Reply #49 on:** June 13, 2022, 08:02:16 AM »

Congratulations.....

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Author Topic: Evaluation Assistance. 1970 cb750K0 (Read 3110 times)