Different perspective...
Here's a perspective from a potential buyer..
I've been in the market for a RV-6(a)...
(The 'a' is optional as I am still on the tail-dragger fence)
Over the last 3 months, I've monitored many classified websites learning ,more about the market trend. I already have the cash to spend however, the company I'm waiting for is divesting my business group to a Candian buyer. In other words, I'm sitting on the cash until my job is announced. (just to be safe) Assuming my job remains, I should be purchasing a RV within 90 days. (Just in time for Summer !!)
From this humble buyer's perspective, what do I look for in a potential plane.
1).. Ad MUST either have PICs (or a hyperlink to PICs), otherwise I skip on by it. A picture speaks a thousand words, and once interested, I'll dig into the specs.
2).. Ad must have a price. If the seller doesn't have at least an advertizible asking price, then he is probably speculating. (typically over market value)
3).. Ad must contain enough equipment/history information to represent what the plane's condition truely is.
4).. If the Ad has 'selling for medical reasons' or, 'Osh winner', I skip on by. Let's be honest, people buying planes are looking for a good plane, at a good price. The plane's condition/value should sell itself. No need for a car salesmen pitch.
Over the last 3 months, I found (and viewed) 3 RVs that were advertised.
I was upfront with the buyers and told them I was just looking (at least for a few months). And, in the event they had not sold when my job gets confirmed, I would re-contact them. Each understood, and was very polite as I visually inspected their planes. Since then, each has sold. (each for less than they advertised). In one case, it sold for MUCH less than what I considered a fair price for his plane. His reply was "I decided to drop the price until it sold". (wish he'd waited a couple more months..
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Anyway, there a TONS of RVs out there for sale. And each has a buyer if it is advertised and priced reasonably.
(at least, that's my perspective)
Almost time for some transition training for this soon to be VAN-iac..