Author Topic: Oh Lordy..I found a CBX. Shoot me! (Read 74075 times)

FuZZie · « **Reply #25 on:** November 19, 2011, 06:56:30 PM »

I think Hondawggie has a point, check tt's example. That bike looks really good and didn't get a bid. He could have sold it elsewhere who knows.

Quote from: toytuff on November 13, 2011, 03:34:08 PM

I think $3000 is a little much since everything is apart. Granted you could sell parts "after" the build but a lot of overhead IMO.

When you see this you have to think different.

tt

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=400256710489&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

Hondawggie · « **Reply #26 on:** November 19, 2011, 06:58:00 PM »

Quote from: Retro Rocket on November 19, 2011, 06:49:49 PM

Thats my point, we used to buy 750 Honda's before the "retro" craze took off here, my boss was Japanese and we were getting 10 grand for clean bikes sent to Japan in the 1980's. What is wrong with buying it, putting it together and offering it for sale over seas..?
I buy most of my parts overseas because our "ride all year round" weather keeps our market strong. I could only find one for sale here in that model and it is advertised for 10 grand. The rest of the spares would also get good money in the right market place...

Man there are a lot of folks who would love more buyers right now, maybe its the shipping cost, unless its a high demand like a sandcast the regular bikes dont sell well right now, such as an RD400 I picked up a '77 rd400 few months back a runner with a very good condition French Blue tank and side covers and paid $650, 3 to 4 years back that would have been impossible, you guys would freak about the good deals here created by the weak job market, that guy RB in the UK who used to come over I dont think even he does that any more he used to come over fill up a shipping crate of bikes take 'em back to the UK if not for the shipping we could sell our stuff here, a guy I know just sold a very good condition '91 Vulcan 750 for $125 a running titled bike only 21 k miles it is different here (for now) unfortunately. I was going to move to Australia but was told so many people are trying to move there they clamped down on it now

Hondawggie · « **Reply #27 on:** November 19, 2011, 07:17:19 PM »

Read this -- it is eerily similar to why US bikes seam so 'cheap' it talks about Canada Australia and Arizona no sh_t I cant believe I just found this

http://globaleconomicanalysis.blogspot.com/2011/11/vancouver-real-estate-bubble-in.html

*read those comments* after the $1M shack article
http://globaleconomicanalysis.blogspot.com/2011/11/vancouver-real-estate-bubble-in.html?x#echocomments

it talks about canada housing now a bubble about to burst like we did

it talks about OZ doing so dang well

it talks about AZ where its all a lot cheaper

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #28 on:** November 19, 2011, 11:16:03 PM »

There are some comments there suggesting that if China closes shop our economy will die, we are much more diverse than that, our market is Asia in general, we have massive contracts all over Asia, it would take a huge downturn in a lot of places before we get any where near the problems that you guys have, Why do you think Obama is down this way trying to drum up business.....
There are guys everywhere here setting up import companies and bringing in cars and bikes by the boat load...
Our banks are run differently here as well, their profits are more reliant on fees and charges rather than throwing money at people that can't afford it...

Hondawggie · « **Reply #29 on:** November 20, 2011, 12:03:28 AM »

Quote from: Retro Rocket on November 19, 2011, 11:16:03 PM

Our banks are run differently here as well, their profits are more reliant on fees and charges rather than throwing money at people that can't afford it...

Please send your OZ bankers our way to root out the felons who took over our banks theres still a chance for us here

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #30 on:** November 20, 2011, 12:26:57 AM »

Quote from: Hondawggie on November 20, 2011, 12:03:28 AM

Quote from: Retro Rocket on November 19, 2011, 11:16:03 PM
Our banks are run differently here as well, their profits are more reliant on fees and charges rather than throwing money at people that can't afford it...

Please send your OZ bankers our way to root out the felons who took over our banks theres still a chance for us here

I wouldn't trust them as far as i could throw them..... If they worked under your system they would probably do the exact same things....

Stev-o · « **Reply #31 on:** November 20, 2011, 07:00:41 AM »

Mick - it always amazes me how much you know about the USA! Have you ever lived or been here?

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #32 on:** November 20, 2011, 02:26:22 PM »

Quote from: Stev-o on November 20, 2011, 07:00:41 AM

Mick - it always amazes me how much you know about the USA! Have you ever lived or been here?

Well, politics wise, a lot of what your Government does effects the rest of the world in one way or another. We are also a young country and are schooled on world politics and events as our own history is kind of short, seems a lot of Americans don't know a great deal about the rest of the world or don't care too, thats not intended as a slur, just an observation... I have an inquisitive mind and read a hell of a lot....Come down our way for a visit and you'll see how much we get American stuff jammed down our throats, TV shows, news, even bloody early morning evangelists {please take them back

}, sport and last but not least, music {which i am extremely grateful for

}. Never been there{USA} but i wouldn't mind doing a SOHC discovery tour some time, problem is, i would come home with a bloody big container full of bikes..... Is that really a problem...?

jaguar · « **Reply #33 on:** November 21, 2011, 07:52:12 AM »

Actually $3000 isnt a all that bad price. its retail and we as a whole are kinda cheap here.....lol

The bikes do bring good money but its a not really something that sells well on ebay. its more of a quite private sale kind of thing

I just bought a 82 prolink because i could not say no. wish i could have bought a early twin shock bike.

If you REALLY want a CBX then its not a bad deal, but if you are looking for something to put some time and money into and flip for a profit then its not that great of an idea.

Also its really hard to compare prices on used bikes.
EVERYONE has some story of getting a mint bike for no money....the trick is to be in touch with what the real value of something is and to understand the difference between value and a deal that we got.

I bought this for $500
is that really what it is worth? No.

Dave K · « **Reply #34 on:** November 21, 2011, 08:52:50 AM »

You are right it is not what it is worth. If you want to take a loss, I am happy to offer you twice what you paid.

jaguar · « **Reply #35 on:** November 21, 2011, 09:05:37 AM »

Quote from: Dave K on November 21, 2011, 08:52:50 AM

You are right it is not what it is worth. If you want to take a loss, I am happy to offer you twice what you paid.

It came in a lot with a CB750F with selby wheels and a CB350F
I split it with a friend and when he saw the CBX he offered me alot to not buy it

BLUE71TURBO · « **Reply #36 on:** November 22, 2011, 08:27:18 AM »

Too much money. I know where i can buy a 1979 cbx with 30,000 miles , is in super great condition just needs front brakes for $ 2,200.00 obo . I just don't have the $$$'s

toytuff · « **Reply #37 on:** November 22, 2011, 08:30:41 AM »

Quote from: BLUE71TURBO on November 22, 2011, 08:27:18 AM

Too much money. I know where i can buy a 1979 cbx with 30,000 miles , is in super great condition just needs front brakes for $ 2,200.00 obo . I just don't have the $$$'s

Where is it?

I live in Arizona and can leave first of week.

tt

BLUE71TURBO · « **Reply #38 on:** November 22, 2011, 08:54:41 AM »

ToyTuff, It's been 3 months since it was offered to me. I'll call the guy today and see if he still has it. I'll pm you with the info either way.

jaguar · « **Reply #39 on:** November 22, 2011, 11:28:26 AM »

Again that is a great price on that bike but I would think it's worth more

Didn't you find that killer hilborn injection set up stupid cheap?
Speaking of that...I really want it....

toytuff · « **Reply #40 on:** November 22, 2011, 11:31:42 AM »

Again that is a great price on that bike but I would think it's worth more

Gee..thanks.

tt

BLUE71TURBO · « **Reply #41 on:** November 22, 2011, 01:30:36 PM »

Quote from: jaguar on November 22, 2011, 11:28:26 AM

Again that is a great price on that bike but I would think it's worth more

Didn't you find that killer hilborn injection set up stupid cheap?
Speaking of that...I really want it....

Jag, I didn't find it. It was offered to me from a best friend of mine. He wanted a AK-47 and all the accessories that i had with it. An even trade to me. I'd sell the Hilborn injectors and the pump for $ 1,000.00
plus shipping. It is designed specificly for the CB750.

jaguar · « **Reply #42 on:** November 22, 2011, 02:09:57 PM »

You and those pictures.....lol
I would love to use them on a 1000cc drag bike engine.
i need to see about $$$

jaguar · « **Reply #43 on:** November 26, 2011, 04:44:51 PM »

So did you buy the project or pass it on?

toytuff · « **Reply #44 on:** November 26, 2011, 06:16:41 PM »

Quote from: jaguar on November 26, 2011, 04:44:51 PM

So did you buy the project or pass it on?

Me? Nope.

He can keep it unless I sell my CB 350 G. Then I might call him.

tt

faux fiddy · « **Reply #45 on:** December 14, 2011, 04:31:54 PM »

Yeah, you're much better off with this low mileage bike. Shoot 'em an offer.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1979-honda-cbx-turbo-/370568351321?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item5647984e59

toytuff · « **Reply #46 on:** April 03, 2012, 05:32:05 PM »

Time to revive this topic.

Yuppers, I found one 20 miles from me! Not the early years but a CBX none the less. Titled, running although a little rough. We can work that out.

Bike is complete. Clear coat on tank needs redone. Gas tank was sealed at some point. Purchased from a very nice gentleman today.

This will be put on hold until this November. I received a factory service manual with the bike so I need to read and research. (and become close friends with jaguar

)

No hacking, all stock.

Enjoy.

tt

Stev-o · « **Reply #47 on:** April 03, 2012, 06:56:03 PM »

You bought it?! What about the Guzzi?

jaguar · « **Reply #48 on:** April 03, 2012, 06:57:45 PM »

Congrats!
I have learned that the CBX needs only two things.....but needs lots of it......$$$ and time....lol

After getting into the carbs i realized i should have just paid the $500 to have it done....
I wound up with a sticking valve so the head is off right now but should be back on next week.

If you dont mind me asking what did you pay?
Cool front brace

toytuff · « **Reply #49 on:** April 03, 2012, 07:09:07 PM »

Quote from: Stev-o on April 03, 2012, 06:56:03 PM

You bought it?! What about the Guzzi?

Yes, I bought it!

Cancelled guzzi. Long story. To many dealer fees. It's all good.

tt

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Author Topic: Oh Lordy..I found a CBX. Shoot me! (Read 74075 times)