Thursday, January 29, 2009

What to Know about Buying A Used Snowmobile

By J.D Theis

Is there any joy greater, in the dead of winter, than flying across the snow on a snowmobile? Snowmobiles have been helping people to get from here to there in the middle of winter for almost 100 years, and while they used to be solely a means of transportation, now they are designed for fun and recreation for the most part. The only problem that many have is that a brand new snowmobile can be extremely expensive. If you're looking to own a snowmobile, you can purchase a used snowmobile.

Used Snowmobiles

Many believe that a used snowmobile will not work as well as a brand new snowmobile. This, however, isn't the case. Many used snowmobiles are as beautiful and as safe to ride as brand new ones. Quite often, the kinks in a new snowmobile take a few runs to get out, and a used snowmobile allows you to get a snowmobile that has been conditioned to run perfectly. If you're looking to buy your first used snowmobile, there are a few things that you should keep in mind.

See It Run

No matter whether you're buying a used snowmobile online, or in person, see if it's possible to see it run. Most snowmobiles look great when they're standing there, but have you seen them run? If you're getting a used snowmobile in person, you should be able to see it run without a problem at the place of purchase. If you're buying a used snowmobile online, it is a good idea to see if the seller can upload a video of the machine running. If it isn't possible, make sure you get their word that the snowmobile is running beautifully, so that you can ensure that you will get a working machine.

Find Out If There Has Been Any Work Done

Often an owner will tweak a snowmobile to add a big of customization to the sled. If you're buying a used snowmobile, make sure you find out if there has been anything changed on the sled. If the used snowmobile has had any mechanical work, find out if the work is still under warranty. If it is, make sure you get a copy of that warranty.

Multiple Images

If you're buying a used snowmobile online, it is a good idea to look for multiple images of the sled. While one side of the sled may look wonderful, the other side may have a large scratch on it. If possible, as the seller if they can upload or send you multiple images of the sled. Make sure you ask for pictures of the instrument panel so that you can confirm that everything that the seller has said about the used snowmobile is accurate.

A used snowmobile can be a great way to start out sledding, as you can get a very inexpensive used snowmobile to use for your first sled and you won't have to worry about it breaking with too much worry.

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