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Hey everyone,

I'm looking to buy a bike but am really low on funds. But then I saw this bike on craigslist and was wondering what you guys think. I know there isn't much info, but is it even worth it to take a train out to take a look at the bike?

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/mcy/344104487.html

I definitely think it's fine.

$1500 for an 89 seems high to me, but I'm no expert. When i was ninja 250 shopping I found a lot of ninjas on craigslist that were ~$1500 and they were late 90's even early 2000's models.

The tough part of ninja 250 shopping on craigs list is actually getting the bike, they go quick

28,000k is like 28,000,000



I know what you mean, though. I too, think it's fine. In fact, that's good for a bike that age.

I also have found several newer 250s for about the same price. I bet if you keep looking you will find a newer one for about the same offer. In Denver, it's much more difficult to find an ex500, but then again i'm not sure about the San Diego area.

Yeah, I see what you mean. And I think the blue book base price for an 89 is like 500$

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/mcy/343593459.html

Does this one look a little better? Do you think it would be sane to ask for 1,800$ and possibly settle on 2,000$?

www.kbb.com

Kelly Blue Book's retail value will inform you of a general price that can assist you in your offer. I have met many a seller who tag their vehicles too high in price. Perhaps they assume a buyer will only offer a lower bid?