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Thanks to your input on another thread I’ve ruled out 150.

Now have to choose between brand new GTS or like-new 2020 model w/ 200 miles or so and about six months of warranty left.

Price of used (with some accessories like top rack and carrier, etc) is roughly same as price of new but no freight, dealer prep etc etc.

What say you wise ones? THANKS
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Only 200 miles and has a top case? Get the 2020 and save yourself the $$
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assuming the used one hasn't been caned by some idiot I grab it.
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No concern about very little warranty remaining?
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It’s not even run-in yet. My wonderment would be the reason for the sale. And if it’s at a dealer, it may be possible to purchase an extended warranty. But I wouldn’t be shy about buying it.

That’s plenty of warranty time - if you intend to put some miles on it - to highlight a warranty issue. And I’ll bet those are very rare in any event. YMMV
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TheMayor wrote:
No concern about very little warranty remaining?
Nah. Not at all.

But don’t pay a dime for the accessories. If they bark, tell them to take em off and they can sell them.

Check the title before you hand over cash.
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TheMayor wrote:
Thanks to your input on another thread I’ve ruled out 150.

Now have to choose between brand new GTS or like-new 2020 model w/ 200 miles or so and about six months of warranty left.
Congrats on your decision. Can’t wait to hear the next chapter. Tell us how the purchase went with pictures. I want to hear all about your experiences with your amazing GTS300
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Wouldn't let the warranty bother me. I would sit down as your doing figure out the cost of a new one with tax, title and plates. Then the 2020 with same. Getting plates on a new vehicle can get expensive in some states. Also are the accessories something you would purchase? If they are, they add value if there not, don't include them in you totals.

You might save enough to get an extended 60 month warranty if that's something you value.
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If it were me I’d start from scratch and get the new 2021.
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