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momac · 13 July 2010, 04:28 AM

Good Day Everyone,

I have a local dealer who has a SS Daytona white face Z series in stock for over 6 months. I just inquired about cost and he suggested $8500 US.

Is this a good deal or can I get it for less?

Ck8 · 13 July 2010, 04:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by momac

Good Day Everyone,

I have a local dealer who has a SS Daytona white face Z series in stock for over 6 months. I just inquired about cost and he suggested $8500 US.

Is this a good deal or can I get it for less?

Z series is 2007

nauticajoe · 13 July 2010, 04:55 AM

I presume its not New/Old Stock (NOS)? Its probably mint? If so, I think that's a fair price, depending on the condition. Also, depending on the Z serial, it could range from mid '06-late '07. If its a late Z, it should having the writing in the rehaut.

Good Luck!

2th Dr · 13 July 2010, 05:00 AM

If it's new old stock, it's a good deal. If it's used and mint, it's still a pretty good deal.

momac · 13 July 2010, 05:03 AM

Actually is does have writing on Rehault. No signs of wear. Would it be an insult to offer $7500? I mean it's been there at least 6 months and possibly longer. If I don't buy it it will be there at least til Xmas.

Kanger · 13 July 2010, 05:05 AM

Great deal. I doubt a Daytona will be there until Christmas.

nauticajoe · 13 July 2010, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by momac

Actually is does have writing on Rehault. No signs of wear. Would it be an insult to offer $7500? I mean it's been there at least 6 months and possibly longer. If I don't buy it it will be there at least til Xmas.

You can try. I doubt he'll bite. You're now cutting into his margins. As mentioned, I doubt it'll be there for long.

momac · 13 July 2010, 05:10 AM

Same thing I thought when I last visited the place 6 months ago. But I went in today and there she was sitting in the same place she was then. See the thing is, this dealer doesn't get a lot of traffic so the odds of him selling it are not good hence the $8500 price tag when all I did was ask how much do you want. I didn't even try to haggle. I'm going to push my luck and see what he says. Stay tuned...

valentine · 13 July 2010, 05:11 AM

thats a great price. once you start getting back into the older non zenith..regardless of serial no. they pretty much hold their value..you could MAYBE offer 8k..and he may meet you in the middle..but offering 7500.00 isnt a bad idea..he may be insulted...or he may say yes..always worth taking a chance..good luck. hope you pick it up! its a beautiful watch..and you wont regret it..and it will continue to hold its value..and with more price increases...it will gain a bit.

2th Dr · 13 July 2010, 05:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by momac

Same thing I thought when I last visited the place 6 months ago. But I went in today and there she was sitting in the same place she was then. See the thing is, this dealer doesn't get a lot of traffic so the odds of him selling it are not good hence the $8500 price tag when all I did was ask how much do you want. I didn't even try to haggle. I'm going to push my luck and see what he says. Stay tuned...

Never hurts to ask!

valentine · 13 July 2010, 05:13 AM

oh and BTW..the wholesale for those watches right now is comanding about 6500.00 for the white and about 7k for the black dial...BUT it was MORE when he most likely aquired the watch..so he may have more into it. good luck!

momac · 13 July 2010, 05:15 AM

So to confirm, is this a Zenith or Rolex movement?

nauticajoe · 13 July 2010, 05:17 AM

This is an in-house movement.

cakim · 13 July 2010, 05:18 AM

where's the AD?! Come on man, if that's the case then take two! He must be the only AD in the world that holds a NOS SS Daytona Z series for over six months. I've been in the Rolex world for long enough to say thats unheard of.
If he can't sell that watch in six months he must be closing down soon.

Great deal! Pull the trigger as if it were Russian Roulette!

momac · 13 July 2010, 05:23 AM

LOL @ Cakim. I agree. I've literally been watching the watch,no pun intended, for this long. So I made sure to mention "It's still here after all this time..." I'm going back to him now to see if he bites at my offer. If you don't hear back from me that means he bit my hands off at the stupid offer!

momac · 13 July 2010, 06:04 AM

Okay, he didn't bite at $7500 but at least I still have my hands. We agreed to $8k. Thanks again!

ersnyder · 13 July 2010, 06:07 AM

8K is still a great deal, congratulations! Show us some pics.

nauticajoe · 13 July 2010, 06:08 AM

Good job! Congrats! Can't wait to see pics.

kcmo · 13 July 2010, 06:20 AM

That is a great deal! It's a special watch for sure! Congrats to you!!!!

joeychitwood · 13 July 2010, 07:58 AM

I would be happy at $8,500 and ecstatic at $8,000. Congratulations.

dalip · 13 July 2010, 08:00 AM

Brilliant deal....looking forward to the pics.

valentine · 13 July 2010, 12:29 PM

and 8K is the magic number! congrats! mine says hello!

Shade · 13 July 2010, 12:59 PM

Go for it! :)

Especially if it's New Old Stock!

Speed · 13 July 2010, 03:07 PM

I know this is an odd situation - congrats to the OP!

Wonder how Daytona supply and demand will change as the new Subs roll out... Hmm.

Shade · 13 July 2010, 03:29 PM

Speed: I think the Daytona will still be in high demand, as the productions are quite low compared to the subs... however - I expect there may or may not be some shifts in demand, as there are many pro and contra regarding the new ceramic bezel.

I for one, prefer the old painted steel bezel, and they're extremely easy to replace if you want to, and you can change colours too! I find it very very nice as I like to mix and match my clothes with my watches. :)

So I assume Daytona demands are still stable..

I also checked the store I frequently visit, they have a New Old Stock as well of a black dial SS Daytona, Z serials, and they're asking for around USD 9,500.

So I think you're getting it at a good price (the OP). :)

13 July 2010, 04:28 AM	#1
momac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: new york Posts: 69	SS Daytona White Face..Quick Question Good Day Everyone, I have a local dealer who has a SS Daytona white face Z series in stock for over 6 months. I just inquired about cost and he suggested $8500 US. Is this a good deal or can I get it for less?

13 July 2010, 08:00 AM	#21
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Brilliant deal....looking forward to the pics. __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

13 July 2010, 04:55 AM	#3
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	I presume its not New/Old Stock (NOS)? Its probably mint? If so, I think that's a fair price, depending on the condition. Also, depending on the Z serial, it could range from mid '06-late '07. If its a late Z, it should having the writing in the rehaut. Good Luck!

13 July 2010, 05:00 AM	#4
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	If it's new old stock, it's a good deal. If it's used and mint, it's still a pretty good deal.

13 July 2010, 05:03 AM	#5
momac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: new york Posts: 69	Actually is does have writing on Rehault. No signs of wear. Would it be an insult to offer $7500? I mean it's been there at least 6 months and possibly longer. If I don't buy it it will be there at least til Xmas.

13 July 2010, 05:05 AM	#6
Kanger Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: North Carolina Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 5,524	Great deal. I doubt a Daytona will be there until Christmas.

13 July 2010, 05:10 AM	#8
momac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: new york Posts: 69	Same thing I thought when I last visited the place 6 months ago. But I went in today and there she was sitting in the same place she was then. See the thing is, this dealer doesn't get a lot of traffic so the odds of him selling it are not good hence the $8500 price tag when all I did was ask how much do you want. I didn't even try to haggle. I'm going to push my luck and see what he says. Stay tuned...

13 July 2010, 05:11 AM	#9
valentine Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Justin Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: TT Diamond DJ Posts: 2,809	thats a great price. once you start getting back into the older non zenith..regardless of serial no. they pretty much hold their value..you could MAYBE offer 8k..and he may meet you in the middle..but offering 7500.00 isnt a bad idea..he may be insulted...or he may say yes..always worth taking a chance..good luck. hope you pick it up! its a beautiful watch..and you wont regret it..and it will continue to hold its value..and with more price increases...it will gain a bit.

13 July 2010, 05:13 AM	#11
valentine Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Justin Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: TT Diamond DJ Posts: 2,809	oh and BTW..the wholesale for those watches right now is comanding about 6500.00 for the white and about 7k for the black dial...BUT it was MORE when he most likely aquired the watch..so he may have more into it. good luck!

13 July 2010, 05:15 AM	#12
momac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: new york Posts: 69	So to confirm, is this a Zenith or Rolex movement?

13 July 2010, 05:17 AM	#13
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	This is an in-house movement.

13 July 2010, 05:18 AM	#14
cakim Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: London Posts: 78	where's the AD?! Come on man, if that's the case then take two! He must be the only AD in the world that holds a NOS SS Daytona Z series for over six months. I've been in the Rolex world for long enough to say thats unheard of. If he can't sell that watch in six months he must be closing down soon. Great deal! Pull the trigger as if it were Russian Roulette!

13 July 2010, 05:23 AM	#15
momac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: new york Posts: 69	LOL @ Cakim. I agree. I've literally been watching the watch,no pun intended, for this long. So I made sure to mention "It's still here after all this time..." I'm going back to him now to see if he bites at my offer. If you don't hear back from me that means he bit my hands off at the stupid offer!

13 July 2010, 06:04 AM	#16
momac "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: new york Posts: 69	Okay, he didn't bite at $7500 but at least I still have my hands. We agreed to $8k. Thanks again!

13 July 2010, 06:07 AM	#17
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	8K is still a great deal, congratulations! Show us some pics.

13 July 2010, 06:08 AM	#18
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Good job! Congrats! Can't wait to see pics.

13 July 2010, 06:20 AM	#19
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	That is a great deal! It's a special watch for sure! Congrats to you!!!!

13 July 2010, 07:58 AM	#20
joeychitwood "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Way Up North USA Watch: Rolexes & Tudors Posts: 6,361	I would be happy at $8,500 and ecstatic at $8,000. Congratulations.

13 July 2010, 12:29 PM	#22
valentine Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Justin Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: TT Diamond DJ Posts: 2,809	and 8K is the magic number! congrats! mine says hello!

13 July 2010, 12:59 PM	#23
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Go for it! :) Especially if it's New Old Stock!

13 July 2010, 03:07 PM	#24
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	I know this is an odd situation - congrats to the OP! Wonder how Daytona supply and demand will change as the new Subs roll out... Hmm.

13 July 2010, 03:29 PM	#25
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Speed: I think the Daytona will still be in high demand, as the productions are quite low compared to the subs... however - I expect there may or may not be some shifts in demand, as there are many pro and contra regarding the new ceramic bezel. I for one, prefer the old painted steel bezel, and they're extremely easy to replace if you want to, and you can change colours too! I find it very very nice as I like to mix and match my clothes with my watches. :) So I assume Daytona demands are still stable.. I also checked the store I frequently visit, they have a New Old Stock as well of a black dial SS Daytona, Z serials, and they're asking for around USD 9,500. So I think you're getting it at a good price (the OP). :)

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