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Good deal or not? Need your opinions please
callktulu
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I'm wanting (badly) a Springfield M1A. I put the word out a local gun & pawn shops that I'm looking for one, preferably used.
Well, I got a call today, and they just got one in "like new" condition. It's just the basic model with walnut stock, but it also had a Springfield factory scope mount (he said a $150 value). Anyway, since it's used, his original asking price was $1250. After I paused and didn't reply, he said $1199. Then when I told him I was also looking at online auctions, he said to come back and make him an offer.
This was all after he handed me long lines of B.S. about how this rifle was over $1700 if it were sold brand new retail.[8)]
Anyway, do you think he's overing a good deal? And if so, his last offer was $1199. What kind of offer should I make?
And just as a reference, here's my other thread:
http://forums.gunbroker.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=310720
Well, I got a call today, and they just got one in "like new" condition. It's just the basic model with walnut stock, but it also had a Springfield factory scope mount (he said a $150 value). Anyway, since it's used, his original asking price was $1250. After I paused and didn't reply, he said $1199. Then when I told him I was also looking at online auctions, he said to come back and make him an offer.
This was all after he handed me long lines of B.S. about how this rifle was over $1700 if it were sold brand new retail.[8)]
Anyway, do you think he's overing a good deal? And if so, his last offer was $1199. What kind of offer should I make?
And just as a reference, here's my other thread:
http://forums.gunbroker.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=310720
Comments
Maybe keep an extra $50 in your back pocket if you REALLY want it.
In 1983-84 my M1A std NIB was around $800-900 out the door. You have a deal-
Yeah, I wish I could get just about anything nowadays at 1983 prices!!
quote:Originally posted by FrancF
In 1983-84 my M1A std NIB was around $800-900 out the door. You have a deal-
Yeah, I wish I could get just about anything nowadays at 1983 prices!!
Especially machine guns. [V]
quote:Originally posted by callktulu
quote:Originally posted by FrancF
In 1983-84 my M1A std NIB was around $800-900 out the door. You have a deal-
Yeah, I wish I could get just about anything nowadays at 1983 prices!!
Especially machine guns. [V]
I was also looking at a Thompson sub at the same time then came the CA AWB. Not enough Franklin's in the wallet at the time to do both.[V]
If that is the Springfield aluminimum scope mount, I've never known that was happy with it myself included, they just aren't solid ... last I heard you could get a coupon in the "Loaded Package" to get that mount for $50.
? otherwise, you'll find an excuse.
quote:Originally posted by callktulu
Yeah, I wish I could get just about anything nowadays at 1983 prices!!
You can!
Your wages.....
[:D][:p]
LMAO!!! Good one!
Offer whatever you are comfortable with, just remember you can always go up ... but you can't go down [:(]
If that is the Springfield aluminimum scope mount, I've never known that was happy with it myself included, they just aren't solid ... last I heard you could get a coupon in the "Loaded Package" to get that mount for $50.
Interesting, I didn't know that. I guess I assumed otherwise since it was custom from the manufacturer. Thanks for the heads up.
CP
Serial # range and does it have USGI parts?
CP
Here's the numbers on the box:
MA9222
S/N 185987
I have no idea what those mean. And what are USGI parts, and how would I know if they're on there?
Is this at a pawn shop or gun shop?
Yes. It's a pawn shop and a gun shop. They buy & sell used, but you can get new there, as well, just like a regular FFL. He "bought" this one from a patron who had previously purchased it, fired it a few times, and then brought it back in exchange for some other firearm. So, technically it wasn't pawned, but it was bought, returned, and back up for sale.
How does that enter in to your equation now?[?]
[:D][;)]
Illegals, brady band, intruders, terrorists, small vermin[}:)], shootin................. OH YEAH and huntin.[:D]
You know, like from a tyrannical government. [;)]
Anyway, I saw a brand new springfield synthetic stock today for 1200
The one you are looking at is pre owned, used and may be in great shape but if you bring in 975 cash I think you will walk out with it.
He already lied to you about the retail price so don't feel bad about Jewing him down.
Good luck! I hope you get her!
quote:Originally posted by cpermd
Serial # range and does it have USGI parts?
CP
Here's the numbers on the box:
MA9222
S/N 185987
I have no idea what those mean. And what are USGI parts, and how would I know if they're on there?
I guess I'll be scrolling the autions. And my WTB ad still stands for a used one.
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dgac
do it....how long have you been looking? Think of that. Its only money just go home and print some more off.[:D] Just kidding but In 5 years you wont be able to touch one for 1500 never a bad investment
dgac
Yeah, I know. I'll keep looking on line and I have another local contact I'm waiting to hear from who is looking into one for me, as well. No bridges have been burned yet.
[:)]
Besides, even if I get one.....HOW WILL I BE ABLE TO AFFORD THE AMMO?!!?[:D][:D][:D][:D][:D]
I agree. I just didn't have the authority. They were jiggling in my wife's purse.[B)]Sounds like you need to refine your strategy for bartering with your wife! [:D]
If you can't feel the music; it's only pink noise!
I sell both on line and have a gun/pawn shop. The on line sales tend to raise more money....and you will be hard pressed to find any deals on the internet without major time and effort invested in your quest. Having your local seller to come to if there is any problem is worth the extra buck or two....plus, if you make a major cash purchase you will get offered deals that you wouldn't have knowledge of if you become a "regular" in your local store. Paying a fair price isn't a bad thing.....if you run into a cheaper gun the small amount you save will not outweigh the plus side of buying a local firearm at a fair price.
As much as I hate to ever sell or trade ANY firearm, I think I'll trade in my NAA Mini to make up the difference so I can get this M1A. I was dissatisfied with the Mini anyway, and wanted to upgrade to anothe .38 Special in its place.