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Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 02:52 AM
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I'm looking at possibly purchasing a new Polaris Ranger UTV vehicle 540 or the 900. Never purchased one before question is can or is it possible to will and deal with dealers like you do when purchasing a new truck / car? I'm in the Fort Worth area and am looking at purchasing sometime between February and April after I get my credit cards payed off . Any suggestions on dealers to use or not use
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 02:54 AM
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I went to Jones Powersports in Durant. For me it was worth the drive across the border. Saved $$$$$$$
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 02:58 AM
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If you buy last years model you can get a better deal, but the newest coolest machine and I doubt they'll budge.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:06 AM
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If you buy last years model you can get a better deal, but the newest coolest machine and I doubt they'll budge. Agreed. I worked at one of the larger motorcycle dealerships in Texas for a couple of years but worked back in the parts department. They sold Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Polaris, and Honda. You can wheel and deal with them some, and they will have more wiggle room than you might think. The key is finding a good salesman that wants to work with you, just like at a car dealership. If the dealership has any last years models on the floor and the new models are starting to roll out, they will be willing to really give you a deal on last years model. Don't expect to get 10k off the price, but it will be a pretty good chunk of change. The last dirt bike I purchased was in June 2011 when the 2012 models were just coming out. Sure, the 2012 was a sweet bike and was a completely different machine, but they sold me a 2011 for 4,000 less than a 2012.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:16 AM
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:25 AM
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Thanks so far everyone . Would y'all recommend the Polaris or go with different company
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:29 AM
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There can be a big difference in price just between dealers in the same town. Or at least that is how it is here in Abilene.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:32 AM
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Polaris is the only manufacturer that I would not recommend.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:33 AM
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:45 AM
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My can am came with 5 year warrant. That at least makes me feel better.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:46 AM
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Quality issues. At one time, Polaris didn't offer extended warranties on their products. Dealers hid the fact by offering warranties from third-party sources. While I never buy extended warranties, it's a good sign that expected reliability is not good when the manufacturer doesn't offer them. Polaris is a snowmobile manufacturer that got into the ATV/UTV business after seeing the success of the traditional motorcycle makers. Quality has reportedly improved over time. They also became very popular with the younger crowd when they focused on making more sporty quads while the others were still heavy into utility models.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:49 AM
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I would look at the mule pro or kubota
That machindra looks sharp but I believe is real new
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 04:26 AM
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 05:56 AM
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There's a little wiggle room. I have found that it's easier to get them to add things like a winch or gun boots than it is to come off the price.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 11:47 AM
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I wouldn't take anything, or buy anything from Jones! I do have a Polaris and love it, I had a Kawasaki Mule and loved it, wore it out.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 12:51 PM
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going across to Oklahoma will save the tax money- you should go look at the Can-AM's. I bought a 2015 800 commander last year for $9,9999 in April @ Louis power sports in Greenville. These people carry all the major brands. looking at there webpage the commander are back up close to 12k but the Kawasaki teryx are listed at $9,999. when you change to a SXS you will never go back to a ATV. My commander will go anywhere /up anything /thru mud & water and even pull full size pickups out of the mud (LOL) / lots of power & 20mpg with a 10 gal fuel tank is a lot of playing before refuel. mine is getting to 150 hours and over 1000 miles in 10 months and 0 issues so far. When I did the initial tour of our hunting lease it was in a Polaris Ranger / we spent 6 hrs in that machine and I was so beat up by the end ,all I wanted to do was get out of that machine- that convinced me to never buy a ranger. the can am have great seats & suspension systems and we can ride all day without feeling beat up by the machine. Most sxs have tons of aftermarket accessories. The only option I wish I had gotten on my Can-AM commander was the pwr steering. http://www.louispowersports.com/
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 01:09 PM
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Currently looking at a Polaris Ranger myself. Some comments here have me a little concerned.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 01:37 PM
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The Rangers are fine, good machines, don't worry about it. They are a cross over between a utility and sport model. They are faster than the Mule, but less nimble than a Terex for example. I bought a 2008 year model new in 2009, and worked the crap out of it. Since that time, oil changes, 2 batteries, one belt, and one cv joint boot has been done to it. I did all of it myself, they are super easy to work on. I have several friends that have them, and they have been fine also. The only one I have experience with that was a POS, was the Arctic Cat. A guy that ran with us had problems getting his to start and it broke axles every trip. The dealer he got it from quit selling them due to poor quality. I have several friends that are happy with their miles, kubotas, and gator as well.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:19 PM
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I would look at the mule pro or kubota
That machindra looks sharp but I believe is real new I bought the mahindra mpact 750 and we took it to the lease the other day and it is pretty cool. Bought it from Blue River tractor in durant. No hassles and was less $ than the Polaris. Saved on taxes, as well. I was going to go with polaris til I started reading the reviews. 2016 is their 2nd year making them, but I figured what the heck, mahindras only the best selling tractor in the world.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:36 PM
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if you are set on a Polaris, might give Hoffpauir a shot too ... http://www.hpolaris.com/I have a Kubota RTV900 that is a true workhorse but it is heavy, limited suspension and slow in comparison to the sportier Polaris/Can Am/Kawasaki. It's a diesel and the engine should be good out to the 4000 hour range before needing any major work or rebuild.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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01/28/16 03:41 PM
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Don't mind me asking what did you pay for it and any specials on financing etc. other question if needs serviced is there any dfw dealers that service them and what type warranty
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01/28/16 03:42 PM
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I would look at the mule pro or kubota
That machindra looks sharp but I believe is real new I bought the mahindra mpact 750 and we took it to the lease the other day and it is pretty cool. Bought it from Blue River tractor in durant. No hassles and was less $ than the Polaris. Saved on taxes, as well. I was going to go with polaris til I started reading the reviews. 2016 is their 2nd year making them, but I figured what the heck, mahindras only the best selling tractor in the world.
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Re: Question about purchasing a new ATV / UTV
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Don't mind me asking what did you pay for it and any specials on financing etc. other question if needs serviced is there any dfw dealers that service them and what type warranty on the mahindra that is
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01/28/16 03:45 PM
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0% for 36 months, 1year full, 3yr powertrain, there are 4-5 Mahindra dealers in the DFW area that I can think of
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