Seller Wants To Buy Back This $350 Honda 4x4 ATV

[@gleantheword7388]

That quad was the ultimate workhorse my neighbour guided many American hunters and farmed with that quad for many years

[@johnsradios484]

That’s up to the new owner. Carb cleaning, new starter, new tires, new battery, new filter. Plus getting it to work! Of course it ain’t a $350 atv now.

[@AndrewCummings-do2bz]

Plus labour

[@jefrebugni4064]

@@AndrewCummings-do2bz”plus getting it to work” implies labor was involved.

[@dejester1]

Nice work. Upholstery tip: After the cover comes off. Use a clothing steamer and steam the foam. The steam lets the foam rise back to it's original shape. Then apply the new cover.

[@gearheadgregwi]

Truth. Works for car seats too.👍👍

[@devilsadvocate1441]

Ohhhhh Nice. I've been doing various upholstery lately. Thanks for the tip

[@sniper7.62x51]

Nice.

[@speedfreak8200]

Ha, I had 2 friends helping me put a new cover on my 400EX and it is a bit crooked 😅 good job he did for doing it solo. Thanks I will remember about the steamer next time

[@davidskabelund4298]

It also helps to put the new cover in the sun for awhile to warm up. Make the seat cover nice and supple and easier to install without wrinkles

[@dannydepino3874]

That old Honda starts and runs like the day it left the dealership 35 plus yrs ago the Honda gods would be proud!! great machines...

[@kirkslayden834]

Yan imagine what you would pay today for it at least 10 grand

[@Mullinz80]

You put the work in to it that the original owner wasn’t willing to do so imo you should keep it unless he wants to give you a nice profit.

[@dietznutz1]

Exactly

[@speedfreak8200]

Yep $2,200 ?

[@stephenb1367]

Obviously. That's the hole point of doing it.

[@Robert-xe3os]

My cousin had that same machine that thing was a blast lots of fun memories

[@canebuilder3520]

Remember, it could have been a turd with tons of problems, you took the gamble, filmed the work so if you want to keep it, no problem, it’s yours. If you planned to sell for a profit, offer it to the seller for a fair price, similar to the open market. His laziness is not your issue.

[@garylewellen4241]

I'm sure he's appreciative of all the positive comments. I think we can all agree that he's a business man and if he's going to sell it back to the previous owner. He won't do it for nothing. Another great revival. Gotta love Hondas. Especially pre 2000's

[@dennislamers986]

You gotta give Vinnie food and water before shipping. The Honda is a beast.

[@woofy548]

The old ATV's had such a cool look to them. The new ones all look the same. I love the old Hondas. Can't believe you found one that didn't have the fenders all busted off.

[@Strick58]

Had one brand new in 1986 never should have sold it...great memories..thanks for the video

[@adamtyson1728]

I would be sick knowing that I gave that away for 350$ of course he wants to buy it back it's awesome

[@lycanhd]

What if he wanted it back for $350 lol

[@speedfreak8200]

Yeah but YOU wouldn't have been that dumb to sell a Honda quad for so cheap

[@kirkslayden834]

To buy a brand-new 4-wheel drive like that it's probably about 8 to $10,000 and he basically made it look like brand new again that's what I do with everything I rebuild

[@LexPips]

When I was a little boy anything made in Japan was frowned upon as “inferior & cheap” but nowadays those same machines are still running & looked upon as some of the best ever manufactured ie your Honda quad.

[@gearheadgregwi]

"Honda just makes mopeds" Honda response... "Hold my beer"

[@FirstFamilyCharger]

It’s STILL like that with cars too and it makes about as much sense as wearing clown shoes to a business meeting. American products are not at all what they used to be and we should stop pretending they are.

[@MrTruckerf]

When I was a kid in the early 1960s Japanese stuff was inferior. But they changed that 100% by the '70s or ''80s. It wasn't by accident, either. It was hard work and superior materials, just like how we used to do it in the US.

[@josuerod9997]

Hi I love your videos I’m currently trying to fix a 1980 xl500 with no spark your videos have a ton of info thanks for these amazingly clear videos!

[@FernFarms]

I have a 1984 ATC 200es "Big Red" and a 1986 Fourtrax 250 but I wish I could find a beautiful 350 like that. You did a great job on this machine.

[@IamKlaus007]

Had the previous, neglectful, owner taken the quad to a Suzuki service centre for quads it may have possibly cost him $1000 - $1500. However, he SOLD it for $350 and lost (after repairs) what is obviously a very good quad. What a find and a bargain.

[@kevsautoadventures6003]

I would definitely keep it. Especially with the mower attachment with all the land you have. Awesome work bro

[@jcondon1]

I am sure you already noticed, but a bunch of debris blew out of the Briggs engine when you started it. Might have had a critter nest by the cooling fan on top of the head. You should pull the cover and check it out so as not to overheat the engine. 32:10

[@Bubz_815]

Nice job Joe.! Your a dam good channel and i been following you for years. Love everything you do and you have came a long ways.! Keep up the wonderful work

[@VB-bk1lh]

Several of us all bought that same model back in 1988, I had mine for 30 years, one buddy blew his up after sinking it in a lake, another ran his into a tree at full speed when it was only a few months old, and another guy traded his in for something with better suspension travel. Mine was like new with only a few hundred miles on it, I put similar tires on mine but liked the original tires better. The original tires gave the bike a softer ride which helped since it had nearly no suspension travel. The Kenda tires were hard and seemed to bog down in sugar sand but were better in mud and wet dirt. They weren't wearing well though, showing lots of wear after only a few months of light use. Once the edges were off the tread they lost a ton of grip. A few people told me to age them first for a few years before using them because it hardens the rubber and makes them more durable. While that likely does work I needed tires right away because my original tires were cracked badly and leaking. I had tubed them in the 90's but the tubes were showing when I replaced them. Tubes also suck because it means you can no longer just carry a plug kit for a quick fix while out riding. If a plug can't fix it, then a tube isn't going help either. Mine looked like new having been used mostly as a yard machine at my old place and it was kept clean and stored indoors. but it took forever to sell when I was done with it. I listed it for $1500 and got nothing but $400 or lower offers or people with no cash on FB and CL. I finally traded it for a farm tractor about 9 years ago.

[@shadow7796]

Love that old model. Never in a million years would I be lucky enough to find one in that good of condition (where I live anyway) and for that price. Doesn't look like it's ever done any serious off-roading judging by the condition of the skid-plate and plastics. No wander they want to buy it back. I think I'd have to keep it or make a really good profit from it. Great project. I really enjoy watching your videos.

[@kirkslayden834]

Yeah that machine brand new at least$10,000

[@dustcommander100]

You did a great job, as usual! Unfortunately, people who don't do stuff like that seem to think everything is simple easy, and cheap. I think you probably do a good job of documenting the purchases and time spent - as you should. You can't do as much stuff if you give away your time and don't recover your expenses. I'm actually saying this for my own benefit - I need to practice what I preach!

[@kirkslayden834]

Oh yes I've done this stuff all the time it takes a lot of time and a lot of work so you got to be totally devoted and sometimes it could cost you a pretty penny to God bless

[@Ladosligese]

same here :D

[@RealSuburbanCowboy]

You should have gotten the air stapler that has the extended nose. It makes putting on seat covers SO EASY. Nice job on that 4 wheeler.

[@kirkslayden834]

Plus you can regulate the air to give it more pressure for slamming them Staples in there been there done hahaha God bless

[@jafo4u508]

What stapler is this, I need to do some upholstery work on my kitchen high seats. Their cracked and need some love. Point me in the right direction brothers.

[@RealSuburbanCowboy]

@@jafo4u508 Harbor freight. Pretty much anything with an extended nose. I had never seen an air stapler like his with a non extended nose.

[@achimbonczek7944]

I have never seen this combination with a lawn mower, but it makes perfect sense. What a great repair. By the way: a very nice landscape, too!!👍👍👍

[@allan9603]

Joe you're a master at your trade, and got that quad up and running. So tell numb nuts to kick out some large ones if he wants the quad back. Great video my man! Too funny @ Vinny.

[@bubbatime]

What a steal. Awesome. Great machine. Very very durable.

[@jeromekunkel1752]

There is a oil filter under that plastic cover with the two screws, you didn’t show changing that but just letting you know in case you missed it. 👍🏻

[@ezio8591]

I would want it back too lol, great job, I love doing this to anything with a motor on it :) It's satisfying work.

[@MM_in_Havasu]

What a smokin' deal! You scored bigtime on that ATV, and it is a useful tool as well as fun to buzz around on. I can see why the PO wants to get it back.....!! Thanks Joe!

[@michaelyarmie4858]

It's best to throw the seat cover in the dryer for a few minutes to warn up the vinyl up. Makes it way better for stretching it over the seat..Isn't there an oil filter

[@ethanthomas6127]

Do more 4x4 and utility fourwheelers love these kinda vids

[@ChapSinclair]

Smart to take the tires to a shop... I spent waaay to long trying to replace just the fronts on a 97 Timberwolf recently.

[@2vintage]

yeah I have spent hours trying to mess with tires. I now take them to a shop. They get them done in a few mins.

[@paultrimble9390]

I done my backs but after hour on front took them up to garage

[@N4HHE]

I go through too many tires to pay someone else to do it. Bought a simple tire stand 20 years ago so I don’t have to bend over. Once the bead is broken with good lube and simple tire irons most mower and ATV times come on/off easily. Have to know to use the drop in the rim for bead 180° from where you are working. Then the hard part is airing the tire the first time.

[@petepeabody8905]

would of been nice to see the rear brake shoe install and possibly service the shaft going through to brake shoes with new lube. Also the front brakes too. I noticed an adjustment hole plug missing on the front hub. Just to see the actual front bake adjustment when all 4 tires were up and off the ground as it is needed to adjust the brakes properly. Still it took much work and time to do what you already accomplished. Great job.....Pete

[@obviousgreyman]

Grew up riding one of these my great grandpa owned, man does this bring me back.

[@anthonybates7339]

My buddy got a 87 like that when we where 14 for Christmas that year. Awesome machine

[@MR-puffnstuff]

Vinny is a great sport what we all really want to know is how is the other puppy doing that you gotten have not seen it in a bit.

[@2vintage]

Georgie is doing good! I'll have him in another video soon

[@dirtriders3615]

I’ve owned a couple of them they are the best ever in my opinion crazy dependable and unbelievably capable

[@fordfan6474]

Keep it dude, there one of the best Hondas ever built that previous owner doesn’t deserve that thing back unless it’s for $3000!

[@paultrimble9390]

3000 g IDK I like um better than these new ones at 6999,7999,8999, 9999, u get it. Don't get me wrong Rubicon 500 nice ride but when starts shifting funny grinds put in d n r. Yeah to much going on shift motors . Computer not for me something going take out brush mud going hunting. I could make nice one if had coins . Old xr 600 motor Rubicon frame, running gear. Oh a 4x4 with a clutch and shaft drive. Nice. No computer. Cable 4x2 shift I don't need electric but is nice till don't work

[@hawkpost44]

Most small engine mechanics charge $100/hr so you got $820 plus maybe 3 hrs so maybe $1200 buy back. Seat looks new also other listed similar sold at $1500 so really up to owner in what is a good price for buyer in seller.

[@Sharon-uq7dg]

i have one of them ill sale it

[@andrewsock1608]

I love the vids where vinny gets some good screen time. It looks like he never tires😉

[@av8or971]

its amazing at how much transformation tires make. i did it on my quad.. and it just adds so much character.

[@brianhigginbotham4489]

Just a friendly reminder those have a small oil filter behind a cover on the side of the engine. when you change it be double sure you get its orientation correct or it’ll cut off oil to the top end.

[@jameshanna8762]

I was like, "Why you no change oil filter!?"

[@lucascady4992]

I really like those Tires, Price is very affordable too!! 👍 That Quad and that Mower deck is a match made in Heaven!!! Excellent job Joe, I love your passion for these machines and equipment! Keep it up Buddy!!

[@wandahelmer1038]

I bought one new in 86, it was the best quad I ever owned, in 96 I sold it for the same price I purchased it for, Last month that guy sold it to a guy a town over and he was thrilled to get it.... I put just myself, thousands of miles on it. Greatest of the Honda Lineup quads ever made, just my opinion 😋

[@christianshannon3943]

I had the exact model four wheeler. It was one heck of a four wheeler. Tough as nails . I kept it for ten years and had no problems with it .

[@deej7783]

She is a great machine, im looking for something like that!! Older but put together like a tank

[@Coach4.5.0]

I love these bikes, my Buddy's dad had one he would let us ride when we were kids. First real quad I got to ride and his was a trx300 all time 4x4. I learned to handle and shift a quad before buying my own 400ex !

[@davec.3198]

Indestructable quads from the '80s! I had a 2wd 1986 honda 200SX. It was my first quad as a kid and I loved it. The fenders were fragile, but all else was solid!

[@jean-francoisfournier1190]

Thanks for the video! I just bought one and it was useful watching you going through the troubleshooting !

[@chathamguy1able]

its a keeper--- very little chance to find in good running shape like that one good old atv there

[@oldtree218]

Beautiful machine. Looked like the Kenda's need to be aired down a bit. I run mine at like 8psi.

[@CraigArndt]

Been looking for one locally, they are a good workhorse, but people want so much for junk nowadays. Not sure if the owner really wants it back, but I'd be a definite no on that. These things are getting more rare each year.

[@gabrielgalaxygh]

Tons of them here in texas

[@joesnowmobiles]

Bought the same unit years ago, same issue, owner said fuel pump was broken, nope just out of gas! Love those old Honda's they will run forever!

[@focusstrider2390]

Don't sell it. It is his loss. Keep it. If he really wants it... sell it for more profit. You put a lot of work on this machine. :)

[@kirkslayden834]

Damn right he spent a lot of time and some money to that s*** ain't cheap you'll be foolish to give it back to him or even sell it to him without a really decent profit because that brand-new is at least ten Grand

[@truthdefenders-]

Don't be greedy dude, people get sellers remorse, I get being compensated for the parts and labor but having the attitude you are displaying is shitty, doesn't make for a good neighbor.

[@jarodmorris4408]

@@truthdefenders- Who said anything about being a good neighbor? Is it a good neighbor to undervalue your stuff, not realize the thing is out of gas rather than it having a bad fuel filter, then when someone with more knowledge, skill, and smarts, buys it for what you sell it for and then fixes it up and you want it back? That's not a good "neighbor". It's not "seller's remorse" when the thing is fixed up. Seller's remorse is calling the same or next day and saying, "I don't really want to sell it, would you sell it back to me?"

[@stevez1094]

Would the seller have give him the $350 back if he couldn’t get it going? Probably not. It’s called making adult decisions and accepting the outcome of your decisions.

[@timjordan3671]

Great job dude! Look forward to your videos. Always neat to see old stuff come back to life. You are right up there with Mustie1 now. Thanks for the fun! Would that mower have an offset hitch so you dont have to drive through the unmowed grass and allow you to mow closer to the trees without scratching everything?

[@TroyRosenbaugh]

Make sure you check air pressure, when they set those beads they can iver inflate them to the virge of popping! Been there done that, run bout 10 in front and 7 to 10 in back.

[@TroyRosenbaugh]

I got this monster going good. Took a lot of labor and some parts, mostly electrical and fuel tank. Crazy, front and back tires are same size. Gives it great wide stance. Just a heavy quad but Hella fun. 21x 9x 12 Buckshots on it. I think they're original, in good shape, no leaks.

[@donaldcaissie]

Love this channel and your work!! Your skills have improved big time!

[@thomps6s]

Awesome videos, I just picked one of these in MINT shape for only $100, seller didn't know what was wrong with it and wanted it gone. Would not start, gas cap was not tight. Got it home tightened the gas cap and it fired up, but it doesn't idle off choke, so it's time to clean the carb. I will be referencing your videos. Thanks @2vintage !

[@kollak01]

27:32 if you flip the oil jug so the spout is at the top it wont glug glug glug

[@dan123maddy]

She's a keeper for sure ❤

[@jamessantiago9724]

I have the same quad i use for plowing my driveway, picked mines up for 900$ on Craigslist had some shifting issues it wanted to take off by itself when i put it in 1st gear so i adjusted the clutch and its been running good ever since. They are really awesome little machines

[@BigDude412]

Great work as always it turned out to be a great one iv always liked these quads my pap use to have one for hunting an it was a beast like the new tires they look like they will eat up snow mud salute to you bro your a monster when it comes to working on stuff very knowledgeable an always learning something

[@treymc83]

Bear claw was the top tire in dirt wheels back in the early 90s before super swampers. I had them on a 1997 Honda 300 4x4.

[@joshblanton6175]

I sprayed adhesive in my bad foam spots on the seat then sprayed foam in each bad spot. I then used an electric kitchen knife to shape it then sanded it smooth and it works fantastic!

[@passenger6735]

The seat covers go on really easy if you leave them in the sun for a while. On some tyres the direction of rotation is reversed on the front wheels. Good work.

[@craigmorgan4676]

Cracking job Joe,u should keep it brother!🙏💰👊🦾🦾🦾

[@audiss111]

I always check the airbox for mice nests before starting in case it sucks up anything

[@themetalmaiden7462]

Awesome vid. Can't believe how much I learned about atvs in 40 minutes.

[@RDEnduro]

Mowing the lawn, riding a 4wheeler and filming a video at the same time productive day!

[@_BlueCollarGamer]

Shes a clean one. Looks almost brand new dude. Good find Joe. Loved watching these two.

[@steveneddy9492]

Think you can set tongue on mower so it's off to the side of 4 wheeler so you can mow edges without driving under the brush

[@KenFullman]

At 24:52 you can see a really bad ding in the rim of the wheel (at about 5 o clock as we're looking at it). I'm surprised the guys changing the tyres didn't sort that out while they had the tyres off.

[@allenhughes12]

Turned out to be a nice machine. I like the mower too.

[@TroyRosenbaugh]

You'll love those new tires great rubber!!! Run them on my 4x4 yamahas, they are very grippy. Run Kenda Executioners on my Polaris'. Nice

[@joes.7536]

Had a 2003 Honda rancher 350 with the push button shifter. Super reliable unit in hunter green. Wish I still had it.

[@peterlato4316]

Love your channel. See your a Wisconsin guy . Central myself.

[@thebigguy8306]

Love the channel, always a learning moment. Thinking evolution, as the 3-wheeler gave way to the Quad, is the quad giving way to the side by side? 🐕Vinny doing inventory/quality control

[@LJC5865]

Was thinking upholstery.. a few staples and ride/break it in awhile later remove staples and stretch it in with all staples.. after everythings warmed up in the sun.

[@micktepolt6276]

the new tires look good alrighty . good job !

[@J4TiDotCom]

Great job getting it going. I dont know how you squeezed that starter in. Missed the part talking about how the buyer wanted it back.

[@MarvinEvans-ph7zv]

Bought one when they first came out. Had to pull start my truck one time. Loved that machine.

[@patmiller7045]

Nice machine. Why didn't you put on a new oil filter when you changed it😮

[@Road_Rash]

I have Kenda Bear Claws on my 1999 300 Fourtrax, couldn't be happier with them...very good tires in my opinion...stock tires suck even when they're not worn & rotten... you made the right call... that's a cool & unique looking bike... I'd keep it... good job on it! 🖖🏿😎👍🏿

[@DaBombDotCom77]

4:20 should have at least traded Vinny for the most expensive set of tires not the cheapest 😂

[@randyanderson4442]

Hey ,Joe, You should always hook up positive cable first.

[@TheTide1996]

Ahh the Golden Era of Honda Four-Wheelers. Love the Foreman, had one, reliable would not die.

[@himsnakebit1749]

Hi and hello to the star of your channel "Vinny!"Hi Joe, I have been a long time fan and really enjoy your great videos. If you don't mind me asking? Where did you get that portable canopy that covers your pull behind mower?

[@rayworx]

I skimmed through most of the other comments just to see if anyone else saw that glaring óops! When you are disconnecting a battery ALWAYS disconnect the negative FIRST and when connecting the battery always connect the POSITIVE FIRST! This will save you from getting shocked or having a short circuit spark. It potentially could cause a fire!

[@lewischase2822]

Time for a comparison with the Big Red, reminds me of the Tecate 3 vs. Tecate 4!! Haven't seen Charlie in awhile.

[@omgitsdollarbill6859]

Use spray glue and put quilter's batting on seat Foam. That will help hide any imperfections.

[@ragnarironspear1791]

Always enjoy your videos 👍🏻🇬🇧

[@trotva]

Amazing what a little maintenance will do .....

[@justingonzalez9854]

58$ is a good deal! I had to do 2 quads... Paid $72 and $ 90... But some things are just better paying to have done! Just recently did my own trailer wiring and leaf springs, which I would have never attempted before?

[@Ladosligese]

i cant be the only one who love the old sound of camera zooming in haha ty for the vids . oh and please wear gloves dude when handling brakes .. casinogenic brake dust .. so please be safe same goes for used motoroil

[@jeffbauer4812]

I have a 300 four track 1996 bullet proof great machine looks like new

[@gearheadgregwi]

You couldn't pry a Fourtrak away from me for any money. Honda fan-boy

[@ragnarironspear1791]

Vinnie the apprentice is on the case 😊

[@donscott6431]

Can’t believe all the cool stuff in your field😊

[@nickwheeler1902]

There's a glue I used doing my john deere sled. That helped alot. And was plyable. Maybe try that also with the steam

[@mwcinci]

You may want to start incorporating the vice grip rebuild on some of these flips especially the old dirt bikes with steel frames exposed

[@kirkslayden834]

That's a nice piece of property I would mow that trail that you have very cool