rwordenjr 1890 Posted June 22, 2020 Just won this on auction for $375 total including shipping. Claims it was run one time. It’s trf201 42203 version and comes with some extras like gens ace Lipo, esc, motor, servo, etc... What you guys think ? 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XJman 74 Posted June 22, 2020 If you are content with what you got for the money you spent then it's a good deal. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwordenjr 1890 Posted June 22, 2020 Just now, XJman said: If you are content with what you got for the money you spent then it's a good deal. Of course I think it was a good deal but sometimes we're naive to reality 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Manix92 121 Posted June 22, 2020 Looks like it hasn't had much use so sounds a good deal (other than missing building it yourself which you can't put a price on). 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwordenjr 1890 Posted June 22, 2020 22 minutes ago, Manix92 said: Looks like it hasn't had much use so sounds a good deal (other than missing building it yourself which you can't put a price on). Yea seller says it was only run once. Probably a bit more than that but looks to be in good shape. I just built a zahhak so not having to build same thing again is actually nice lol. Plus it’s ready to run except for lipo charger: I was willing to pay $250 but with 10 seconds left a bidder jumped me and ego took over... I had to have it at that point 🤣 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mtbkym01 4008 Posted June 22, 2020 12 minutes ago, rwordenjr said: Yea seller says it was only run once. Probably a bit more than that but looks to be in good shape. I just built a zahhak so not having to build same thing again is actually nice lol. Plus it’s ready to run except for lipo charger: I was willing to pay $250 but with 10 seconds left a bidder jumped me and ego took over... I had to have it at that point 🤣 I think we've all been there 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwordenjr 1890 Posted June 22, 2020 2 minutes ago, mtbkym01 said: I think we've all been there I got in final bid with 2 seconds left and beat them by $3 🥳 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwordenjr 1890 Posted June 22, 2020 3 minutes ago, mtbkym01 said: I think we've all been there What are your thoughts on the value of this buy? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mtbkym01 4008 Posted June 22, 2020 Just now, rwordenjr said: What are your thoughts on the value of this buy? Totally different market where I am in Australia, haven't seen a 201 go up for sale in a long time. I did just sell a Kyosho RB5 SP2 WC recently as a rolling chassis for $350 AUD, it was used more than once, but in excellent condition, and would be considered comparable to a 201 I would suggest, so with everything you got I think the price is fair 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwordenjr 1890 Posted June 22, 2020 1 minute ago, mtbkym01 said: Totally different market where I am in Australia, haven't seen a 201 go up for sale in a long time. I did just sell a Kyosho RB5 SP2 WC recently as a rolling chassis for $350 AUD, it was used more than once, but in excellent condition, and would be considered comparable to a 201 I would suggest, so with everything you got I think the price is fair Thanks for the input. I’m surprised it didn’t sell for more considering it’s the kit, tx and rx, esc, servo, motor, lipo battery, extra set of wheels, extra body and 2 wings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannymulder 766 Posted June 22, 2020 If you are happy what you pay for it then it is good, to be honest for me the price is to high for the car, 2 months ago rcmart had the trf201 in stock with an extra body for 180 dollar, did not bought one because I owned a zahhak. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwordenjr 1890 Posted June 22, 2020 23 minutes ago, dannymulder said: If you are happy what you pay for it then it is good, to be honest for me the price is to high for the car, 2 months ago rcmart had the trf201 in stock with an extra body for 180 dollar, did not bought one because I owned a zahhak. Yes they did. And tamiyausa had a version of the trf201 for $175 but there is no telling if anyone will ever have them in stock again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pablo68 1049 Posted June 22, 2020 Stop boasting!! Yeah it's a nice score mate 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwordenjr 1890 Posted June 22, 2020 3 minutes ago, Pablo68 said: Stop boasting!! Yeah it's a nice score mate Lol not trying to boast. Was really looking for feedback from others on the value of what I got but thanks! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yogi-bear 2321 Posted June 22, 2020 2 hours ago, rwordenjr said: ... I was willing to pay $250 but with 10 seconds left a bidder jumped me and ego took over... I had to have it at that point 🤣 that's pretty much why I snipe. I can think about my max bid without any pressure or anyone else knowing that I am bidding. The bid goes in at the last few seconds. That way I am a less tempted to over bid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark_C 198 Posted June 22, 2020 1 hour ago, yogi-bear said: that's pretty much why I snipe. I can think about my max bid without any pressure or anyone else knowing that I am bidding. The bid goes in at the last few seconds. That way I am a less tempted to over bid. Same here, I do not understand why people bid on stuff with 6 days to go, even if bidding manually why not wait until the end ? Its weird. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Howards 456 Posted June 22, 2020 47 minutes ago, Mark_C said: I do not understand why people bid on stuff with 6 days to go, even if bidding manually why not wait until the end ? Its weird. I always assumed it was the seller's mates bidding or a shadow account. It's totally dumb like you say if you were a 'normal' punter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Howards 456 Posted June 22, 2020 Looks like a good deal. All the more so if you appreciate the body which has been well painted by the looks of things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2149 Posted June 22, 2020 If it’s a nice car and quite rare then it’s a good price JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kwkenuf 184 Posted June 22, 2020 7 hours ago, Mark_C said: Same here, I do not understand why people bid on stuff with 6 days to go, even if bidding manually why not wait until the end ? Its weird. I do it for the simple fact that I will then get notified from eBay when the end of the auction is approaching. I have had some auctions pass by because I was wrapped up with life by the time the end of the auction. But... when I do it really early, I usually do the absolute minimum bid. I never put in my "final" number and let in auto bid for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2149 Posted June 22, 2020 But watching the item does the same Bidding early shows your hand if there is a small amount of bidders then they may feel they are in with a good chance and will be more complacent JJ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kwkenuf 184 Posted June 22, 2020 6 minutes ago, Problemchild said: But watching the item does the same Bidding early shows your hand if there is a small amount of bidders then they may feel they are in with a good chance and will be more complacent JJ Actually, no, watching does not do the same thing, at least for me. I do not have notifications turned on. My phone was getting blown up by ebay notifications all day for stuff I am "watching", so I turned it off. I get emails for stuff I have bid on. That is how I get notified. Don't assume everybody has stuff set up the same. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
howaboutme 247 Posted June 22, 2020 46 minutes ago, Problemchild said: But watching the item does the same Bidding early shows your hand if there is a small amount of bidders then they may feel they are in with a good chance and will be more complacent JJ That's my strategy. I thought I was the only one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark_C 198 Posted June 22, 2020 2 hours ago, kwkenuf said: I do it for the simple fact that I will then get notified from eBay when the end of the auction is approaching. I have had some auctions pass by because I was wrapped up with life by the time the end of the auction. But... when I do it really early, I usually do the absolute minimum bid. I never put in my "final" number and let in auto bid for me. Or just set up your snipe and press the "pay" button when you get the win notification ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Problemchild 2149 Posted June 22, 2020 Shhhhhhhhhh!! JJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites