250es Big Red prices

[weidjd]

What would a 85'.86' Big red in a condition of 6-7 out of 10 go for? 10 being mint.

I was offered three in that condition range asking price $500-700.

[chuckiedog04]

all three for 600-700? or 5-700 a piece? either way it seems like a good deal. cant really tell you without pictures

[weidjd]

500-700 ea depending on condition. When I get pics I will post them.

[badass350x]

Everybodys mint is different!

[dougspcs]

500-700 is a good price for a 250es..

Just be sure to check it carefully..they can be hiding some expensive neglect related issue that can cost alot of money and hassle later.

Namely rear differential issues..ask the seller if you can pop the cap on the differential and check the oil.

[Stonewall]

That also depends on where you live. It seems like I see alot of people in the North-East seem to get really cheap deals compared to what I see around here.
I paid $1460 for this:
http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff507/Stonewall387/My%20New%2085%20Big%20Red/IMG_0095.jpg

This one was $600:
http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff507/Stonewall387/85%20Honda%20Big%20Red%20Restoration/IMG_0041.jpg

[weidjd]

Wow that top one is really nice. Anything I should really look for when buying one of these? Never had a Big Red before.

[Stonewall]

Thanks, I love it. Always wanted one, finally got it in July.

As far as what to look for, like Doug said, check the diff fluid; also listen to the engine idle for things like timing chain slapping against the case. I see a lot of worn out axle and hub splines on ATVs that have been treated poorly, so check the wheels for any left to right movement or wobbliness (is that a real word?). If it still has a metal tank, check for leaks around the bottom.

IMHO, the ATC250ES Big Red is hands down the best trike ever manufactured. They are my absolute favorite! Good luck with your purchase!

BTW, have a look at the bottom one now:http://www.3wheelerworld.com/showthread.php/131970-1985-Big-Red-250es-Build

[trucker101]

That also depends on where you live. It seems like I see alot of people in the North-East seem to get really cheap deals compared to what I see around here.
I paid $1460 for this:
http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff507/Stonewall387/My%20New%2085%20Big%20Red/IMG_0095.jpg

This one was $600:
http://i1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff507/Stonewall387/85%20Honda%20Big%20Red%20Restoration/IMG_0041.jpg

I don't have any pix yet but I just paid $600 for one in the same shape as the bottom one & I'm in Alberta Canada.

[trucker101]

Thanks, I love it. Always wanted one, finally got it in July.

As far as what to look for, like Doug said, check the diff fluid; also listen to the engine idle for things like timing chain slapping against the case. I see a lot of worn out axle and hub splines on ATVs that have been treated poorly, so check the wheels for any left to right movement or wobbliness (is that a real word?). If it still has a metal tank, check for leaks around the bottom.

IMHO, the ATC250ES Big Red is hands down the best trike ever manufactured. They are my absolute favorite! Good luck with your purchase!

BTW, have a look at the bottom one now:http://www.3wheelerworld.com/showthread.php/131970-1985-Big-Red-250es-BuildWhat exactly does the "ES" Stand for? Electric Start?

[Stonewall]

I don't have any pix yet but I just paid $600 for one in the same shape as the bottom one & I'm in Alberta Canada.

I have also heard that they are high up there in Canada. The one pictured looked like hell, but is in perfect mechanical condition, thanks to having a good owner who performed regular maitenance and took proper care of it.

A few months ago there was a 250SX that was locked up on CL down here and it sold for about $500!

[Stonewall]

What exactly does the "ES" Stand for? Electric Start?

Not 100% sure on this, but I believe that E = electric start, and S = shaft drive.

[dougspcs]

Not 100% sure on this, but I believe that E = electric start, and S = shaft drive.

That is correct as I have always known it to be!!

[John-Boy]

Well it seams to me it depends on how much money i have, If i have a little bread and am looking for a es (I am always looking for a es by the way :lol:) they are going for 1400 for a 8 on the scale and when im broke (which all the time :() i see them for 4 to 5 for a 9 on the scale

But that how it looks to me at least

[schneed]

I never pay more than $600 for mine, but then of course put a TON of money in for rims and tires, new seat cover, new grips, sometimes plastics, maybe POR-15 tank repair kit, new cables, disc brakes, powdercoat the racks, etc

[tri again]

West coast?
everything works? 1,000 is fair.
or
get one for 600 and put 400 into it.

Sx with racks and bigred are about the same price.

So I start at 1,000 and work backwards.
Runs? great!
needs one tire? minus 100
needs 3 tires?

Plastics totalled? minus 2-300

Everything works but ugly? 800
Everything works and is pretty? 1,000-1200

ugly, neglected, won't start? (but you Know it will?)
2-300
Gas tanks, gear diff oil can be super pain problem areas.
Dirty corroded carbs can get un fun real quick too.
Right up there with swing arm bearings
but not as intense as timing chain slap.