Yes, I just listed the 7k figure to start somewhere for negotiations (I realize that's steep, but if you were considering selling wouldn't it be wonderful to get an offer near that--need to at least start high). I'm actually very interested in repairing the bike myself as I'm a little mechanically inclined and have access to some decent fabrication equipment. I'm currently an EE student with a lot of experience in golf cart repair--take that as you will. I really did my homework scouring all known information on the SR before making the purchase and currently figure I paid a little under what it's worth on average in this condition, but was kind of using these postings to back that intuition up to know that I didn't buy a "boat anchor"
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I own this bike, SALVAGE title in hand. That's a good point you brought up with the 2017's coming down in price with the new model release. My only concern with demo units is I thought I may have read that the warranties were restricted for those particular models in some way (reading the fine print on Zeros site).. for instance the warranties began on "Demonstrator" models from the moment the dealer took delivery. Also, I have no hands-on knowledge specifically with Zeros. I will update this post when I fly out to take a look at it soon (BTW plane tickets are at a seasonal low--$40 from DC to SF bay area).
I plan on specifically checking the BMS, HV contactor(s), accessory wiring, onboard charging system, motor/controller (if possible), MBB to the best of my abilities, steering/suspension for scope of damage.. well basically everything I can in a timely manner. I might be looking a little silly in the plane with my carry-on Rigol and Fluke set up.
I REALLY want a Zero. Specifically one with the tesla-like acceleration that 106lb-ft motor provides. However, as a student I could not justify a loan (or even 12 grand) on a less-than-practical commuter with how much rain and snow my area gets. I also didn't want to then watch that bike depreciate my much harder earned pre-degree cash especially when I'm a beginner rider. I enjoy the troubleshooting, modding, and nitty gritty details of a repair, and the lack of worry over every little scratch down the road. This will be a learning experience if I decide to repair it, but if the right offer came my way now I'd feel comfortable parting with it early. As with anyone repairing a salvage vehicle, I'm most curious what it's worth now and what it could be worth when I repair it. I figured worst case scenario (assuming they were tested functional) the motor, controller, charger, and chassis components could be worth anywhere from $1700 to $2000 each. At least that's what I think might be possible for someone doing a conversion of an ICE bike. I know that salvage vehicles (especially bikes) are much harder to sell and are usually valued at a fraction of what the bike is worth as used with similar condition/miles. Let me know what y'all think!
Edit: "a little under what it's worth" in this current unknown condition, agreeing that if many parts are known functioning it could be valuable or worth more.
Tl;Dr: Thanks all, I don't know what I'm doing financially on this, will update on actual operating conditions soon.
