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royhall:
I have always managed to restore my bikes for less than their value at the time. But looking at the figures for the 750K5 I'm doing at the moment, it's not looking too promising. I may just about get there if I manage to sell all the spare bits at a reasonable price. It's mainly been the price of the NOS bits, along with the need for more parts than expected. I have also been stung for import since the B word. I think this will be my last restoration project.

AshimotoK0:

--- Quote from: Lobo on March 18, 2022, 11:54:13 AM ---
A look at the Sandcast Only forum’s statistics suggest that the peak-time was 2010-2012 or so; nowadays the forum is rather quiet.


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Try looking at the Facebook sites for the 750 & sandcast Simon ... you will find most contributors from SOOC have deserted to there but basically quoting stuff that Steve Swan (who founded it) amassed over the years. A lot of forums have gone that way but this one seems to survive and thrive....probably because we are generally a friendly lot. HondaTwins seemed to die a death but an alternative sprang up called VintageHondaTwins  and again seems to be thriving because of the friendly atmosphere and banter going on there.  Must admit that some FB 'closed'  groups like the UK CB72 one are excellent.

McCabe-Thiele (Ted):
Having grown up in the car trade I am only too aware of depreciation when buying new or close to new vehicles.
I have always viewed the classic car market with the exception of very high end models as a hobby where instead of annual depreciation you have similar or greater annual maintainance with the hope of finding a buyer when you finally part with your motor.
I have advised Wendy to seek her brothers advice when I have gone to meet my maker as he is an avid bike collector, he will have some idea of my 400's worth.

BiL has recently bought an early Fireblade - his first Honda!

Lobo:
Thanks Ash… tho’ sadly the profound dinosaur in me prohibits joining FB. And totally accepted - my loss.
(My missus has FB, the targeted advertising is both annoying and very creepy…😂)

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