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genxsis · 06-10-2008, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Allstop

I picked up an XD9 service 2 months ago used with 3 15 round mags. paddle holster and case. the gun was manufactured in dec 2004. Got it for $329 and just love it.

The cheapest one my dealer is offering has 3 mags and is $375 before tax and background check fee. I don't think it even includes the original case or XD gear. Is this still a good deal, or should I pass it up? He says he sells new ones for $475.

Krackels · 06-10-2008, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by genxsis

I've never bought a gun at a gunshop before, but I just saw a couple of deals there that might be too good to pass up. They were both the 4" version. One was standard with 3 mags for $375 and the other was one that the dealer said the original owner had installed an upgraded guiderod and new spring which origianally cost him about $90. This gun was selling for $400 w/3 mags.

Being the pessimist that I am, I can't help but wonder why these guns are there; especially the upgraded one. I have visions of a guy who bought it and tried it out and it didn't work right, so he got it upgraded and tried it again and it still didn't work right, so he sold it back to the dealer.

What luck have you guys here had with XD's (or other autos) you've bought used?

I've never bought an XD used, but I know that if I were to sell you mine (and I won't

) you'd have absolutely no problems with it.

Krackels · 06-10-2008, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by genxsis

The cheapest one my dealer is offering has 3 mags and is $375 before tax and background check fee. I don't think it even includes the original case or XD gear. Is this still a good deal, or should I pass it up? He says he sells new ones for $475.

Yeah, that's a good deal. You can find used SA cases on gunbroker, auction arms, and Ebay if you really want one.

I never even use my case. It takes up space in the closet until the day when I might have to sell my xd or send it back to the factory.

genxsis · 06-10-2008, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Krackels

Yeah, that's a good deal. You can find used SA cases on gunbroker, auction arms, and Ebay if you really want one.

I never even use my case. It takes up space in the closet until the day when I might have to sell my xd or send it back to the factory.

Yeah, I hear ya there! I guess I'd just like to have the original stuff in case I ever resold it. People will want to point out that I DON'T have certain things in order to lower the price on me. Plus, I'd like it to include the XD gear which would indicate that it's a newer model, not one of the first ones that supposedly had rusting problems.

Krackels · 06-10-2008, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by genxsis

Yeah, I hear ya there! I guess I'd just like to have the original stuff in case I ever resold it. People will want to point out that I DON'T have certain things in order to lower the price on me. Plus, I'd like it to include the XD gear which would indicate that it's a newer model, not one of the first ones that supposedly had rusting problems.

If you have any rust issues you can contact SA and they'll refinish it.

Mine was refinished under warranty and I even got a new pair of night sights out of it (cause they killed them

).

If it's that big of a deal to not have the additional accessories and box/manual and stuff then try to use that to negotiate a lower price.

Tell him $325 is more fitting because it's an older model (doesn't have the melonite coating) and the accessories (mag holder and holster) and it doesn't have the factory lock, box, or manual.

Then negotiate up to $350, or start lower if you're feeling brazen.

genxsis · 06-10-2008, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Krackels

If you have any rust issues you can contact SA and they'll refinish it.

Mine was refinished under warranty and I even got a new pair of night sights out of it (cause they killed them

).

If it's that big of a deal to not have the additional accessories and box/manual and stuff then try to use that to negotiate a lower price.

Tell him $325 is more fitting because it's an older model (doesn't have the melonite coating) and the accessories (mag holder and holster) and it doesn't have the factory lock, box, or manual.

Then negotiate up to $350, or start lower if you're feeling brazen.

I just got back from there and they wouldn't budge. It actually does in fact have the case and manual, but no XD gear. They said their prices are very competitive for this area. But I guess this is in fact the older model. Both the $375 one and the $400 one didn't have the XD gear.

Tell me; are the older models worse off than the ones that include the XD gear, or are they the same. I'm just assuming they're updated somehow to cure the rust issues, but I don't know that. Is it true?

XDragon · 06-10-2008, 02:23 PM

I purchased a slightly used, only about 200 rds, XD9 for $399 w/equip & 3 mags for my son.
I have a couple of questions:
What is the purpose of the gun? Range/CCW
What caliber is the gun?
I'm going against the grain here but I'm thinking to let that go and wait. Something else will come along.
I waited and I recently bought the XD45C for $500 w/equip. It worked for me.

genxsis · 06-11-2008, 11:03 AM

The purpose of it would be mostly home defense, with the option of carrying when possible/necessary.

It is 9mm.

Actually, I ended up making the purchase yesterday, and it was the very first gun I'd ever bought from a gun shop! I was thrilled that the background check passed! I had some doubts about it, not knowing what info. they had access to (no, I'm not a felon). Now, I'm enduring the pain and suffering of the 48 hour waiting period.

As of tomorrow (possibly Friday if I can't get there by closing time), I will be a genuine XD owner for the first time! I will truly then be a cardholding (gunholding) member of XDtalk!

Tricky · 06-11-2008, 11:29 AM

I love living in a state where I can walk out with the gun when I pay for it! But either way, you are going to be thrilled and I really don't think you should have any concerns about a used XD. Now go buy some ammunition and be ready to head to the range!

XDragon · 06-11-2008, 12:46 PM

[quote=genxsis;1146513]The purpose of it would be mostly home defense, with the option of carrying when possible/necessary.

It is 9mm.

Actually, I ended up making the purchase yesterday, and it was the very first gun I'd ever bought from a gun shop!

Well I'm glad you didn't listen to me.
Although I know how we can sometimes make an "emotional purchase" which might happen on your first ever gun purchase. I've already been through that and still have to fight the urge!
Enjoy it as the XD9 I bought is also my sons HD weapon for now.
If you have the 4" barrel Service Model get some good HD ammo.
I could recommend either the Winchester Ranger T's or Speer Gold Dots either in the 124+p or 147 gr. (+p especially for barrel less than 4").
Just my $.02 Everyone here will have their own recommendations but these two should be high on everyone's list.

06-11-2008, 11:03 AM	#28
genxsis XDTalk Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 37	The purpose of it would be mostly home defense, with the option of carrying when possible/necessary. It is 9mm. Actually, I ended up making the purchase yesterday, and it was the very first gun I'd ever bought from a gun shop! I was thrilled that the background check passed! I had some doubts about it, not knowing what info. they had access to (no, I'm not a felon). Now, I'm enduring the pain and suffering of the 48 hour waiting period. As of tomorrow (possibly Friday if I can't get there by closing time), I will be a genuine XD owner for the first time! I will truly then be a cardholding (gunholding) member of XDtalk! __________________ Wisconsin Gun Trader group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wisconsinguntrader/

06-11-2008, 12:46 PM	#30
XDragon XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: SC Posts: 242	Congratulations! [quote=genxsis;1146513]The purpose of it would be mostly home defense, with the option of carrying when possible/necessary. It is 9mm. Actually, I ended up making the purchase yesterday, and it was the very first gun I'd ever bought from a gun shop! Well I'm glad you didn't listen to me. Although I know how we can sometimes make an "emotional purchase" which might happen on your first ever gun purchase. I've already been through that and still have to fight the urge! Enjoy it as the XD9 I bought is also my sons HD weapon for now. If you have the 4" barrel Service Model get some good HD ammo. I could recommend either the Winchester Ranger T's or Speer Gold Dots either in the 124+p or 147 gr. (+p especially for barrel less than 4"). Just my $.02 Everyone here will have their own recommendations but these two should be high on everyone's list.

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06-10-2008, 02:23 PM	#27
XDragon XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: SC Posts: 242	I purchased a slightly used, only about 200 rds, XD9 for $399 w/equip & 3 mags for my son. I have a couple of questions: What is the purpose of the gun? Range/CCW What caliber is the gun? I'm going against the grain here but I'm thinking to let that go and wait. Something else will come along. I waited and I recently bought the XD45C for $500 w/equip. It worked for me.

06-11-2008, 11:29 AM	#29
Tricky XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Statesboro GA Posts: 178	I love living in a state where I can walk out with the gun when I pay for it! But either way, you are going to be thrilled and I really don't think you should have any concerns about a used XD. Now go buy some ammunition and be ready to head to the range!