I bought 2 base models in 2016. Put a plow and winch on 1 and this is the 3rd snow season with it.Looking to buy first quad and local dealer has a few ‘18’s left for $5299. Any negatives to buying the base model versus the sexy eps or LE?
This is just for minor snow plowing and trails with family.
I would of liked a full gauge pod like what is on the EPS models but really didn't care for the third headlight, I carry things at times that would block it and I didn't want the glare back at me.
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3rd headlight is one of 2 things i dislike about mr 18 SE, that and it should have recoil start with decompressor just for back up.FYI . . . you can turn off the third headlight when you don't need it or want it. It helps when plowing, but in the Summer on a long trip when I have gas cans loaded in my front basket I turn it off for the exact reasons you mention.
I think a lot depends on how long you intend to own the machine. Most people want the extras and consider them important. Resale value will plummet with a basic machine. I would never buy a machine, new or used, without things like power steering, diff lock, push button 4-wheel drive, speedometer etc.Looking to buy first quad and local dealer has a few ‘18’s left for $5299. Any negatives to buying the base model versus the sexy eps or LE?
This is just for minor snow plowing and trails with family.
I must disagree with that statement in red. I am an avid buyer of good low mileage used vehicles, bikes, and many things. I always target those used things with all the bells and whistles like "limited" and the top models of each item. Often the base models are sold at prices close to the top models which can be bought for only a slight percentage higher. The ratio of loss in value proves to me that more value is lost dollar for dollar on the "fluff and puff" models than on the basic vehicle.I think a lot depends on how long you intend to own the machine. Most people want the extras and consider them important. Resale value will plummet with a basic machine. I would never buy a machine, new or used, without things like power steering, diff lock, push button 4-wheel drive, speedometer etc.