Crated ATC 250R (round 2)

[Buster Brown]

Not much to say......

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Crated-NOS-1986-Honda-ATC-250R-Complete-PARTS-ONLY-Vintage-OEM-Hondaline-/110775289109?pt=Motors_ATV_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item19cab8c515

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[dcreel]

I will be watching this for sure.. I hope this turns out better for you than the last attempt.

[fire1]

Best of luck on the sale.i hope someone clicks the buy it now for you!!!

[3Razors]

I would have listed it as a regular ATV so it is not covered in ebay's buyer protection program. Reason being if it is sold "as parts" it is included in the ebay buyer protection program which basically means if the buyer doesn't like the deal for any reason ebay will back them up and get a refund for them unless of course the deal is done in cash or bank check. Whatever you do don't take paypal for this deal!! You could get screwed. Also I believe if it is sold as a regular motor vehicle the fees are significantly less.

[bkm]

Well if no one else bids she is mine.:lol: But something tells me it will go past what chump change I have bid.

Andy, best of luck on this one. I wonder what the over/under will be on the amount of Chumps who claim to have another one or they know someone who has one in their basement.

[atc007]

ALL VERY INTERESTING INDEED!!!! Thanx in advance for the ride Andy!!! The Ebay 250R market just went thru the roof boys... Good luck Andy,,hopefully this turns out as it should.. And if you win the lottery and want this in my museum someday,,,you know my # !! Good luck man!!!

[bkm]

Damn that was fast. Andy, is it ok if I tell everyone that I owned it for 24 minutes?:lol:

[whyzee]

Well, I just got outbid. Good Luck with the auction!

[yooperman]

yeehaaa i had it for 1.3 seconds

[Billy Golightly]

I edited the post earlier to include a picture and boogered the link up in the process. Fixed it now, sorry guys.

[Buster Brown]

Thanks, guys! Too funny, everyone's now able to say they had it.


don't take paypal for this deal!!

Been down this road before... Ebay sucks and Pay Pal is in a close second. I'm trying to give them as little as possible. Lets be honest this is going to be hard to pull off. To actually sell this bike and get paid is a long shot.
So far I have a $1.70 investment with ebay. Pretty cheap advertising if nothing else.... Keep'n my fingers crossed for some good honest bidders.

[Swinger]

Man, I hope everything works out for you. I wish I had enough to bid and say I owned it for a few seconds also!! This has got to be a heart breaker for you Andy! Good luck.

[TatTooL23]

Some good excitement for a bit that's or sure. Would love that in the collection for sure. Who wouldnt. Good luck man.

[R-tifacts]

Good luck, I hope it goes to a good home. Maybe someone on here, is there a 3ww discount lol we all wish we had the bank roll to buy and keep that thing. At least you can say you owned a peice of history......again good luck with the sale

[atc200xkid]

you must have a darn good reason for sellin it, it would just break my heart to have to let that go :( either way, good luck with the sale and best of luck to you!

[whyzee]

Any serious offers yet?

[Fungo Wizard]

Well, I haven't clicked on Ebay yet, but I hope the auction last long enough for me to win the Mega Millions tomorrow, or the Powerball on Wednesday. If either happens, all of you can drive to Springfield to see it.

[captainweezy]

I had it for almost 12 hours yesterday!!!
Damn that was fast. Andy, is it ok if I tell everyone that I owned it for 24 minutes?:lol:

[wisconsinite]

best of luck, i am watching intently!! wish i had the coin, but prolly better i don't. i don't think i'd have the self control to not put it together and ride it :)

[Buster Brown]

Thanks for the kind words of encouragement.
Lest anyone think I'm up to tricks here, I merely am trying to draw in a bigger viewing with my "other auctions" and fix a listing error without ending the entire auction all together. I may have to (per ebay only), but will see. Sorry for any confusion. The crated bike should've probably been listed under Powersports, as some members have pointed out.
-Andy

[atc500x]

Personnaly I would end the auction earlier if bid doesn't go over 30000.....and try it later

[Buster Brown]

I understand it to be disappointing to see this possibly go "cheap". Especially for me with the prospects of it being at a loss (as is the current price). Regardless though, I have to stand by my word and follow through. Otherwise I can just join the likes of the bogus sellers we've seen in the past. I'm pretty optimistic that the ending might be a little more active than last year. Though relisted items rarely go higher the second time. If this R goes over 50K I'll be throwing a Packer "kegger" Party for sure!
Anyone know when kick off is?? :beer

[atc500x]

Price drop....hope you will keep it and don't lost cash.Give me a year and I will give you 25000$ for it

Just a question,there is no VIN plate on the neck...not supposed to have one??

[Buster Brown]

there is no VIN plate on the neck...not supposed to have one??

Sure there's a VIN on the neck. Not a plate though. The serial (VIN) # is stamped into the frame like any other ATC 2520R. Why would you think there's no VIN ??

HERE WE GO AGAIN........ Anyone know of these loosers?
Retracting bidders are as follows as of 3:45am 11/20/11

Bid retraction and cancellation history

Bidder Action / Explanation Date of Bid and Retraction
Member Id: chazo2 ( 2015Feedback score is 1000 to 4,999) Retracted: US $23,100.00
Explanation: Entered wrong amount Bid: Nov-15-11 19:41:04 PST
Retracted: Nov-19-11 19:27:42 PST
Member Id: mx-phantom ( 304Feedback score is 100 to 499) Retracted: US $22,222.99
Explanation: Entered wrong amount Bid: Nov-16-11 15:30:37 PST
Retracted: Nov-19-11 20:00:05 PST

[baycitysteve]

you should sell 30000 one dollar raffle tickets so we can all have a chance at it ??

[whyzee]

Sorry to see the bid retractions. It usually doesn't just end with 1 or 2 regardless of their feedback

[whyzee]

you should sell 30000 one dollar raffle tickets so we can all have a chance at it ??
That is not a bad idea! 300 $100 tickets etc ....next year at trike fest? It would be impossible to do an online raffle as far as I know.
Keep listing it on eBay with a 25k reserve. It will sell. I have had many different buyers show up within days of each other.

[atc007]

If Andy's shown anything,,It is he's a man of his word. He'll let this run out, with no manipulations. Highest bidder owns it. It'll get there,,we hope.

[whyzee]

I would end the auction due to the listing error and relist under powersports. I feel we are going to see more bidders drop off as they will feel they are left holding the bag.
As anxious as we all are with only 5 hours left in the auction, Andy still needs to get as much $ as possible out of this once in a lifetime investment. You must put emotions aside right now , just as the bidders have done. As they wake up this morning and realize they are now the high bidder, they may fold.
There is still the uncertainty of the "unknown " with 5 hrs left to a serious buyer, who is already trying to buy the bike before the auction ends. That "unknown " will help Andy with the price, but as each hour passes the premium of that unknown will dwindle and the price of the bike will directly follow that drop.

[whyzee]

If Andy's shown anything,,It is he's a man of his word. He'll let this run out, with no manipulations. Highest bidder owns it. It'll get there,,we hope.

Andy will still be a man of his word if he chooses to end the auction. There was a genuine error in the listing category, imho.
Every high dollar R I sold on eBay was sold before the auction ended. Nearly everytime it was sold to a buyer who wasn't even bidding. Not once did the high bidder at the time contact me to ask what happened or to offer a better price. That told me that they were not even serious about buying the bike. If this auction goes to the end , Andy will have less than a 10% chance of getting paid.
It was also stated in my auction that the bike is for sale privately and the auction may end at any time, which helps add to the impulsiveness of a serious buyer and will get you the highest price.

Nearly every single high $ auction is manipulated by either the buyer or the seller. In this auction it has been manipulated by the buyer by " tainting " the auction with canceled bids.

[Buster Brown]

I appreciate the ideas guys. I must admit, I'm about sick of this hole thing. What a fiasco I've made. I was just sharing some thoughts with another member on the phone. Strategy time is over.... Unfortunately for me, I goofed and made a mess of this auction. Should the bidders suffer...?? I made my bed and now I'll lye in it. If this was day 2 of the auction, I'd start over again possibly. Sorry for the let down. I'm tired of being harassed and accused of being an egotistical, attention whore. I know who cares...Bla...Bla...Bla.....
Anyway, off to the liquor store.........

[atc007]

You've done nothing wrong in my eyes Andy. Disappointing??? Absolutely. Hopefully real good things are gonna happen in the next half hour!! Makes my offer a month ago look REAL good! Hopefully we eclipse that mark in a few minutes!! Hang in there ,and you still have one of the most amazing group of bikes out there!! And might I suggest ,,instead of the liquor store,,curl up with those beautiful kids of yours,and realize what's Most important!! This stuff is just metal and plastic.

[Chickengizzard]

I wonder how many people are watching this?
Good luck Andy.
I'm guessing it will jump to at least 29k, but hopefully more.

[baycitysteve]

climb baby climb !! i pulling for you to get at least 30000 ! good luck !!!

[whyzee]

4 more minutes!

[badass350x]

I just hope who ever it is shows up here or is already here so we all know whats going too happen too it!!

[whyzee]

Holy trailprotrailprotrailprotrailpro! !!!!!!! Congratulations! !!!!!!!!!

[badass350x]

at least it was 30.000

[wisconsinite]

at least it cracked $30,000! profit, i hope?

[baycitysteve]

30000+ not bad i hope your happy with the outcome ??

[Chickengizzard]

Congrats bud. Should have been more but that's still a profit.

[Chickengizzard]

Next up on eBay crated 1987 ATC350x. LOL

[TatTooL23]

Not bad. Amazing how they will jump so fast in the end. Hope it's an amount u r ok with

[whyzee]

What a great surprise ending! Way to tough it out! !!! Hope the price was at least your minimum +25% .

[baycitysteve]

talk about lasst minute !!

[torque]

i watched the sale end crazy. i hope the new owner treats her well.

[jays375]

Wow,think this was a let down.It hit $44,000 last time.

[Buster Brown]

Thanks so much you guys!


curl up with those beautiful kids of yours,and realize what's Most important!!

Excellent idea! I can even keep my personal integrity! Feels real good...
Obviously, wished for more, but am thrilled to have crossed the profit threshold.
I've already spoken with the buyer and the delivery may be as soon as tomorrow... WOW!
I'll see what he's comfortable with sharing and let him decide what's to be posted. Not sure if he's a member, as he said he's not that computer savvy. A real nice enthusiast, with a growing collection of machines.

[HONDA_ATC_FREAK]

@#$% economy wish you'd of gotten more man that thing is priceless. Hope it helps you out with your problems, best of luck.

[bkm]

Andy, look at it this way. You owned it, you brought it back into the limelight so that it could be appreciated once again for what it truely is. Other than what it has done the past year or so, what could you really do with it other than sit back and look at it?

Your a working stiff just like the rest of us and share the same rabid enthusiasm about these things as we all do. If you were filthy rich and money was no object there would be no need to sell it, but the welfare of your family comes first and I'm sure this sale just opened up a lot of avenues that were closed due to this bike sitting on the shelf.

Sit back and relish the fact that you had it, you enjoyed it, and were always glad to share it with the rest of us.

I am willing to bet once the dust settles and the Mrs. is happy that the money is now free'd up, and you can start back on your world class restoration on the bikes you have in your stable, it will probably feel like a million pounds has been lifted off your shoulders. No more worries!

Bryan

[honda200x1987]

Not a bad price Andy , I know you hate to see it go. I believe there must be more machines out there still in the original crates. I've heard stories of a closed honda shop during the Banned era with a warehouse of crated Rs and Xs,may or may not be true but there is a thread on that subject somewhere. There is a chance that someone has a crated ATC but is not computer savy and we would never know about it . You have the only crated R in the world that we know of and prob the only one but Im optimistic. Hope to see another pop up!!! I want to THANK YOU for all the pictures and the the information you have shared with all of us.

[Buster Brown]

Guys, it's been a heck of an up and down adventure. You are all correct in the fact that is going to be missed, but has been an unforgettable thrill. I'll SLOWLY be picking at other projects as you've suggested. Haven't touched the Mugen trike from Kansas yet, and a couple other TRX Rs await. But I'm going to pull WAY back on this stuff, in hopes of keeping what's left, long term. Yes, it's very true if money wasn't an issue this vanity item would be cool just to keep.
The buyer is a blast to visit with. Planning on a few beers and just BS'n for a while. From what I've gathered he's not a member of any of the various ATV forums, but I'll see if I can't get him to pop in. Rather he tell the story now.
Anyway, thanks again for all the really nice comments. You guys are the very best!
-Andy

[petesatc]

Congrats Andy..... glad you made a profit......

[Big Mike]

I heard a rumor that it is to be assembled and displayed in a private Muesum, is there any validty to this rumor? I was hoping to see it stay in the crate for eternity!

[MisterFurious]

I heard a rumor that it is to be assembled and displayed in a private Muesum, is there any validty to this rumor? I was hoping to see it stay in the crate for eternity!
I'm not sure I understand the mentality of keeping it in the crate; until it's assembled, it's just a pile of parts. In plastic bags. In a beat-up shipping crate. You can't even tell what it is, looking at it. At least if it was assembled you could have the enjoyment of looking at a beautiful machine that no one's ever even thrown a leg over. The state that it's in now was never intended; it was just to get it from point A to point B. I realize that it may be the only one in this state, but it's a condition that seems to be without any aesthetic or functional value of any kind. Just my opinion...

[bkm]

I'm not sure I understand the mentality of keeping it in the crate; until it's assembled, it's just a pile of parts. In plastic bags. In a beat-up shipping crate. You can't even tell what it is, looking at it. At least if it was assembled you could have the enjoyment of looking at a beautiful machine that no one's ever even thrown a leg over. The state that it's in now was never intended; it was just to get it from point A to point B. I realize that it may be the only one in this state, but it's a condition that seems to be without any aesthetic or functional value of any kind. Just my opinion...I see your point and to an extent agree with you, but do you think that an assembled "0" hour bike still sells for 30G's. Its just another bike after that.

[Mr. Clean]

So rumors are just that.......pics or it did not happen right?

Leave it in the Crate. You want a nice clean low hour machine, they are out there for about $25K less. I believe you will "most" likely never see one in this condition ever again. Not like Honda dealers in the 80's felt it was good for business not to assemble these to make room for new inventory.

[Buster Brown]

I see this one will never die...LOL
The new owner, Scott may have a bit of notoriety out at Glammis. He's the "ELMO" Banshee rider seen in a couple You Tube videos and pictured getting busted by the dune cops. He gave his word he had no plans to assemble it. He's got I think eleven '85-'86 ATC 250Rs (7 pictured).
As for the point of keeping it "as is" in the crate.... I struggled with that too. I would of never assemble it, but it did wear on me as to not being much to look at. It was a rather big investment for the eye candy of a cardboard box. Don't get me wrong that thing was WAY COOL, but building a display case wasn't in the cards for me either. What, ?? ya want to look at the old wrappers and stuff?? IDK, to detail and clean it up for a acrylic glass display would require altering the untouched aspect too much for me. To remove the wrappers and stuff would take away from it's original form. For me a 100% fresh restoration build will better suite my "catch your breath" needs. Here video for a closer look. Scott isn't a computer guy or blogger, so I don't think it will be seen again for quite a while. Like to see him pop in here, but I doubt it will happen. Sorry for my poor skills (& poor camera) with the videos.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52mM7OTuBwU


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbd3_DHRChM


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[MisterFurious]

I see your point and to an extent agree with you, but do you think that an assembled "0" hour bike still sells for 30G's. Its just another bike after that.
I think it still retains it's singular status, in that it's probably the only one that's never been fired or sat on, if you put it in a display case. And your sig is fantastic!