Prospective Aero 50 purchase?

back2basics · Post by **back2basics** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 11:11 pm

I think the price that is being asked is a bit high, but I thought I'd check to see what you all think. It's a 1985 Honda Aero 50, decent cosmetic condition, supposidly runs reliably. The asking price is $650. If that doesn't sound right, what do you think I should go after it for?

CharlotteSpreeRider · Thu Apr 17, 2008 11:30 pm

Depends on area and mileage. You could not sell something that old around here (NC/SC) at any price. Do you know the mileage? Anything broken/missing?

-aseigler

stillspeeding · Post by **stillspeeding** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 3:32 am

The aero seems to hold its value, make sure the plastics are in good shape.

Kenny_McCormic · Post by **Kenny_McCormic** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 4:44 pm

Always talk people down, even if its the best deal ever. From what I have heard the 85 is the best aero motor.

back2basics · Post by **back2basics** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 5:49 pm

Alright, unfortunately that Aero was sold before I was able to go and check it out but...............I did just find a 86 Spree by me that seems to be in excellent condition. He's had it for only a year and the guy he bought it from just had the engine rebuilt, new battery, carburator overhaul, and new tires. Great cosmetic condition and none of the plastic is cracked. Fender and some areas are a little faded, but it looks very clean overall. Its got a clean title too. I can get it for $725. What do you think about this one?

mopedman · Post by **mopedman** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 6:11 pm

that would suck to be in an area were sprees are that much. last spree i bought that ran good i payed 200 for it

CharlotteSpreeRider · Post by **CharlotteSpreeRider** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 7:23 pm

That looks like an 85 Spree (no kickstart).

Kenny_McCormic · Post by **Kenny_McCormic** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 7:54 pm

in 1986 im pretty sure a spree was $800 NEW, even in that shape its not worth more than $500.

berreta22 · Post by **berreta22** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 10:16 pm

Kenny_McCormic wrote:in 1986 im pretty sure a spree was $800 NEW, even in that shape its not worth more than $500.

I have to agree..450-500 max anywhere.

Kenny_McCormic · Post by **Kenny_McCormic** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 10:45 pm

If that spree is an 86 it has mismatched parts in it(86 motors have kickstarters), you can tell the year from the info plate stamped to the frame behind the front wheel.

greg_bingham · Post by **greg_bingham** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 11:05 pm

kenny,

in 1986 my inlaws paid $453 out the door, tax included, for my wife's spree. I have the invoice.

in 1985 they were $399 out the door almost....

FYI

chevyguyjay · Post by **chevyguyjay** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 11:49 pm

if i were u, id pass. look for an elite50.

back2basics · Post by **back2basics** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 9:04 am

Well, an elite 50 is what I found next. The guy with the Spree would not come down in price at all.

So the Elite is supposidly in great running condition as well. Its an 1989, says it runs 33-34mph, sat in storeage for 5 years, original owners manual included for $650. He wanted another $25 to bring it down to me (I live 25 min away and dont have a vehicle to pick it up), but I told him that $650 sounded high anyways so I just asked if we could keep it at $650 including delivery. Opinions on this third attempt?

Here it is:

chevyguyjay · Post by **chevyguyjay** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 12:13 pm

looks nice. looks like a SB50. cant do to many mods to that engine performance wise. seems a lil high for the price to me. whats the mileage on the scooter? if it were me, id talk him down a lil, but not to insult the guy.

mopedman · Post by **mopedman** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 12:55 pm

I dk how you guys pay that much for this stuff..... Here in michigan i wouldn't pay more then 400 for that bike