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KateB · 31 May 2018, 11:40 AM

With the new Pepsi pricing over $20,000 I wonder what will happen to the older references? Will it push the 16710 price even higher than now? What about the 116710BLNR and the 116710LN?

I have been saving forever for a 5-digit GMT Pepsi. I have been holding out because I have not make any significant achievement in life to justify a Rolex. The longer I wait, the price for the decent ones just keep going higher and higher. I also thought of settling with a BLNR or LN as the prices are more predictable (though my true love is 16710 Pepsi)

Advice please!

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Yobber76 · 31 May 2018, 11:45 AM

They ain't coming down anytime soon. If you really want, find a way too buy.

FTX I · 31 May 2018, 11:46 AM

Will go up IMO.

tubojunk · 31 May 2018, 12:00 PM

Not going anywhere. There is still that desire for the 5 digit references and buyers like yourself only reinforce that fact. I would try to pick one up you like sooner rather than later.

KateB · 31 May 2018, 12:15 PM

Perhaps this is my last chance.... I really hope I won't be needing to save another $1000 when I wake up tomorrow

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sensui · 31 May 2018, 12:19 PM

Going in one direction IMO...and it's not down.

Recaro18 · 31 May 2018, 12:19 PM

16710 Pepsi’s will continue to climb!!

Bladeshot · 31 May 2018, 12:35 PM

Up, up, up... perhaps a small correction someday but it won’t be significant, imho. Buy when you can. Thanks to my friend, I have a 1675 to enjoy, as of today!

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wfreed22 · 31 May 2018, 12:37 PM

It feels like every model is going up in price these days. With vintage Daytona prices going for what they are it seems to be having an "all ships rise in high tide" effect, which is nice for the sellers I guess. With all the hype around the new Pepsi and the popularity of the BLNR I think the GMT line is about to spike in price just like the Daytona has over the past few years. The days of getting a 16710 under 10k are numbered imo

jfmiii · 31 May 2018, 12:48 PM

it's all mania. pure madness. im glad i bought this when i did. would never pay the prices they are fetching now. people who dont think this is all a bubble have their heads in the sand, imo.

SubMarine · 31 May 2018, 12:54 PM

I'm in the same boat and trying to look for a Pepsi no holes case myself.

dba · 31 May 2018, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KateB

I have been holding out because I have not make any significant achievement in life to justify a Rolex.

You don't have to make a significant achievement to justify a Rolex.

watchtabs · 31 May 2018, 01:02 PM

I've seen them go down at Bobs.

J_1964 · 31 May 2018, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KateB

With the new Pepsi pricing over $20,000 I wonder what will happen to the older references? Will it push the 16710 price even higher than now? What about the 116710BLNR and the 116710LN?

I have been saving forever for a 5-digit GMT Pepsi. I have been holding out because I have not make any significant achievement in life to justify a Rolex. The longer I wait, the price for the decent ones just keep going higher and higher. I also thought of settling with a BLNR or LN as the prices are more predictable (though my true love is 16710 Pepsi)

Advice please!

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There are frequently 16710 GMTs available From Trusted Sellers Right Here On TRF!

TAKE YOUR TIME, and Watch the Classifieds here on TRF. When you see one you like, check out the seller on the "Whos Who" section on this forum. If they check out, Pull The Trigger! If you are still a bit paranoid, use Paypal to make your purchase if the Seller will accept PayPal (the seller may ask you to cover PayPal costs, but it may be worth it to you).

Good Luck!

bbressler · 31 May 2018, 01:07 PM

Your significant achieve is saving up and buying a Rolex. Life’s too short, stop waiting, and buy the one you really want.

Bladeshot · 31 May 2018, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jfmiii

it's all mania. pure madness. im glad i bought this when i did. would never pay the prices they are fetching now. people who dont think this is all a bubble have their heads in the sand, imo.

Great 16750!

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Easy E · 31 May 2018, 01:16 PM

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Fleetlord · 31 May 2018, 01:22 PM

Buy a good one now.

037 · 31 May 2018, 01:30 PM

Also keep some cash set aside for a proper service, even if you go independent rather than RSC. Anything 10 years or older without service history should be assumed to be dry of oils and wearing itself out.

It's not sexy to talk about service but an important consideration when buying older watches.

oldman2005 · 31 May 2018, 01:37 PM

Not everyone can afford $22,000 for the new Pepsi GMT, so the old Pepsi GMT is a very good alternative.

G'ed · 31 May 2018, 04:32 PM

At current price, 116710LN a much better deal. Even before the mania, it’s already available at good deal for used piece in mint condition at mid 6 grand to low 7.

Boaters · 31 May 2018, 06:06 PM

Only one way to go ^^^ I am glad I got mine when the getting was still cheap.

wrxsti · 31 May 2018, 06:21 PM

all gmt's are going up up up! Especially Vintage, get one now! I love my 16750...

joli160 · 31 May 2018, 07:05 PM

Settling for a LN is not really "settling" imho and is the way I would go

c007 · 31 May 2018, 07:37 PM

Going to climb up like most GMTs.

The Libertine · 31 May 2018, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tubojunk

Not going anywhere. There is still that desire for the 5 digit references and buyers like yourself only reinforce that fact. I would try to pick one up you like sooner rather than later.

And the demand for 5-digit models will only continue to increase.

Onikage · 31 May 2018, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KateB

I have been holding out because I have not make any significant achievement in life to justify a Rolex. The longer I wait, the price for the decent ones just keep going higher and higher.

Bagging one ASAP is the achievement. It sounds like you've got the justification covered.

thesharkfactor · 31 May 2018, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KateB

I have been holding out because I have not make any significant achievement in life to justify a Rolex.

Wrong attitude. An example..

Take a really fine bottle of Champagne, a good one. The one you keep for that special occasion. It comes out at a high point with cheer to celebrate the chosen event. But, in the good times the Champagne itself is forgotten, it's secondary to the occasion.
A wise Frenchman will tell you this is wrong - the fine Champagne itself should be celebrated without occasion, the occasion is the fine sparkling drink.

So, on these special occasions where one would be distracted toasting a triumph, an inexpensive Champagne will do.

Now, I'm not suggesting you buy a Longines when your have your first born, rather, don't wait to celebrate the achievement with a Rolex, the Rolex is the achievement or occasion..

1William · 31 May 2018, 08:54 PM

If you want one I would find a good example and buy it. If you are waiting for the prices to go down I don't think it will happen in the near future. I have been the vintage route and it is not for me. I am buying the Tudor GMT when it arrives at my AD and for me this is the best of both worlds.

brandrea · 31 May 2018, 09:02 PM

The whole market is red hot. If you’re buying to wear and enjoy then yes by all means buy now and enjoy.

31 May 2018, 11:40 AM	#1
KateB "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Kate Location: Boston Watch: AK14000 & GMT16710 Posts: 110	What is going to happen to the older GMT reference prices? With the new Pepsi pricing over $20,000 I wonder what will happen to the older references? Will it push the 16710 price even higher than now? What about the 116710BLNR and the 116710LN? I have been saving forever for a 5-digit GMT Pepsi. I have been holding out because I have not make any significant achievement in life to justify a Rolex. The longer I wait, the price for the decent ones just keep going higher and higher. I also thought of settling with a BLNR or LN as the prices are more predictable (though my true love is 16710 Pepsi) Advice please! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 May 2018, 12:00 PM	#4
tubojunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 507	Not going anywhere. There is still that desire for the 5 digit references and buyers like yourself only reinforce that fact. I would try to pick one up you like sooner rather than later. __________________ Audemars 15707ce Lange 191.032 Patek 5990/1a Rolex 126610LN

31 May 2018, 12:35 PM	#8
Bladeshot 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Grant Location: U.S. Watch: GMT 1675 PCG Gilt Posts: 5,850	What is going to happen to the older GMT reference prices? Up, up, up... perhaps a small correction someday but it won’t be significant, imho. Buy when you can. Thanks to my friend, I have a 1675 to enjoy, as of today! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Just another WIS who loves to trade...

31 May 2018, 12:48 PM	#10
jfmiii "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16750/16800/126710 Posts: 1,426	it's all mania. pure madness. im glad i bought this when i did. would never pay the prices they are fetching now. people who dont think this is all a bubble have their heads in the sand, imo. Attached Images

31 May 2018, 06:21 PM	#23
wrxsti "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 1,695	all gmt's are going up up up! Especially Vintage, get one now! I love my 16750... __________________ PP Geneva

31 May 2018, 11:45 AM	#2
Yobber76 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Mike Location: Illinois Watch: BLNR VTNR PAM 915 Posts: 1,982	They ain't coming down anytime soon. If you really want, find a way too buy.

31 May 2018, 11:46 AM	#3
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	Will go up IMO.

31 May 2018, 12:15 PM	#5
KateB "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Kate Location: Boston Watch: AK14000 & GMT16710 Posts: 110	Perhaps this is my last chance.... I really hope I won't be needing to save another $1000 when I wake up tomorrow Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 May 2018, 12:19 PM	#6
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	Going in one direction IMO...and it's not down.

31 May 2018, 12:19 PM	#7
Recaro18 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: RiCkY Location: West Coast Watch: 16520 Posts: 12,439	16710 Pepsi’s will continue to climb!!

31 May 2018, 12:37 PM	#9
wfreed22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Boston Watch: 114060 Posts: 68	It feels like every model is going up in price these days. With vintage Daytona prices going for what they are it seems to be having an "all ships rise in high tide" effect, which is nice for the sellers I guess. With all the hype around the new Pepsi and the popularity of the BLNR I think the GMT line is about to spike in price just like the Daytona has over the past few years. The days of getting a 16710 under 10k are numbered imo

31 May 2018, 12:54 PM	#11
SubMarine Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Douglas Location: London, UK & USA Watch: Submariner 16610 Posts: 723	I'm in the same boat and trying to look for a Pepsi no holes case myself.

31 May 2018, 01:02 PM	#13
watchtabs "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Charlie Location: Miami Posts: 1,534	I've seen them go down at Bobs.

31 May 2018, 01:07 PM	#15
bbressler "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Texas Watch: Exp, GMTII, Sub Posts: 1,184	Your significant achieve is saving up and buying a Rolex. Life’s too short, stop waiting, and buy the one you really want.

31 May 2018, 01:16 PM	#17
Easy E 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 5,076	https://media.giphy.com/media/b85mPT4Usz7fq/giphy.gif

31 May 2018, 01:22 PM	#18
Fleetlord 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vain Posts: 6,023	Buy a good one now.

31 May 2018, 01:30 PM	#19
037 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: USA Posts: 6,173	Also keep some cash set aside for a proper service, even if you go independent rather than RSC. Anything 10 years or older without service history should be assumed to be dry of oils and wearing itself out. It's not sexy to talk about service but an important consideration when buying older watches.

31 May 2018, 01:37 PM	#20
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	Not everyone can afford $22,000 for the new Pepsi GMT, so the old Pepsi GMT is a very good alternative.

31 May 2018, 04:32 PM	#21
G'ed "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: RolexHQ boardroom Posts: 1,232	At current price, 116710LN a much better deal. Even before the mania, it’s already available at good deal for used piece in mint condition at mid 6 grand to low 7.

31 May 2018, 06:06 PM	#22
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	Only one way to go ^^^ I am glad I got mine when the getting was still cheap.

31 May 2018, 07:05 PM	#24
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,757	Settling for a LN is not really "settling" imho and is the way I would go __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

31 May 2018, 07:37 PM	#25
c007 Banned Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: us Posts: 94	Going to climb up like most GMTs.

31 May 2018, 08:54 PM	#29
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,775	If you want one I would find a good example and buy it. If you are waiting for the prices to go down I don't think it will happen in the near future. I have been the vintage route and it is not for me. I am buying the Tudor GMT when it arrives at my AD and for me this is the best of both worlds.

31 May 2018, 09:02 PM	#30
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,082	The whole market is red hot. If you’re buying to wear and enjoy then yes by all means buy now and enjoy.

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