First Rolex purchase - U serial Submariner, any advice?

[findtom]

I've decided on the Submariner for my first Rolex purchase, I had a Cartier Roadster Chronograph before and although I like the look of it, it always felt more like a piece of jewelry to me than a true classic timepiece. I'm not a watch expert by any means, so hopefully Cartier fans won't take offense to that. :)

My preference is the no date for the clean look, and I'm looking at getting one pre-owned hoping to have it keep its value as much as possible. I intend on taking good care of it.

I found one locally here in Toronto from a private seller. Here is what I know:

• Current owner is not the original owner, it does not include original paperwork but does include the inner/outer box.
• It's a U-series (98-99) purchased from the original owner 5 years ago.
• It's in perfect working condition (pics attached), and was serviced 2 years ago by a Rolex certified watchmaker. The seller says it's like new.

After some light negotiation the seller is willing to do $3750 and meet me at an authorized Rolex dealer to authenticate the watch and register it in my name.

I'd really appreciate some advice before I pull the trigger on this.

• What should I confirm from the Rolex dealer? Do they charge for this kind of thing?
• Is the price reasonable?
• What kind of maintenance/upkeep should I expect to perform short/long term?
• Anything else I should know, ask, or check for?

... and I guess overall is this a fair deal to move forward with.

Thanks so much in advance for any input.

Tom

[mcjp6]

Pictures not too clear......do the plots have wg surrounds?????

[findtom]

Those are the only pics I have, I think I'm too much of a newbie to understand your question?