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enthusiast44 · 4 June 2018, 02:52 AM

I am trying to figure out a reasonable price to offer for the GMT Root Beer. A reputable store has an unworn in the box root beer available and due to the rarity I expect to pay an overage, just not sure how much. Any thoughts? The watch is in Newport beach at Newport Watch Jewelry and Loan

Cru Jones · 4 June 2018, 03:00 AM

ADs can't sell for over MSRP, but they might try to get you to buy another less-desired watch.

Not that it matters, since it's probably gone by now since you posted its location, LOL.

Duey · 4 June 2018, 03:01 AM

Msrp

AK797 · 4 June 2018, 03:03 AM

If you are desperate for it now I guess you can offer 10% above, but on this I would wait and see how the market unfolds, TTs are usually not so strong, altho the times are clearly changing.

enthusiast44 · 4 June 2018, 03:03 AM

No its not an Authorized dealer..I am very bummed I sold my rolex batman for $500 over msrp and now they are going 2k over here in Orange County.. I dont want to make same mistake with this one...

seadweller43 · 4 June 2018, 03:05 AM

the price is dropping, i think 20500 is a fair price for now if you really want to get one.

enthusiast44 · 4 June 2018, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by seadweller43

the price is dropping, i think 20500 is a fair price for now.

USD?? that is way high they aren't asking that much

minute_man · 4 June 2018, 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by enthusiast44

No its not an Authorized dealer..I am very bummed I sold my rolex batman for $500 over msrp and now they are going 2k over here in Orange County.. I dont want to make same mistake with this one...

Fleetlord · 4 June 2018, 03:08 AM

Pass on it

enthusiast44 · 4 June 2018, 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Fleetlord

Pass on it

Why??

enthusiast44 · 4 June 2018, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

ADs can't sell for over MSRP, but they might try to get you to buy another less-desired watch.

Not that it matters, since it's probably gone by now since you posted its location, LOL.

ronricks · 4 June 2018, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by enthusiast44

Why??

Because it is a Two Tone Rolex which command a discount. This one will be no different in a matter of months.

faz · 4 June 2018, 03:21 AM

If you must have it now, pay a premium and post up pics here so we can congratulate you.

If you can wait, perhaps others have a good point that a TT, even if hot at the beginning, won’t remain a hot item in the long run. ( I am a happy bluesy owner and a fan of some TT watches. )

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HogwldFLTR · 4 June 2018, 03:22 AM

List would be good; likely not more and preferably less. But that's true in general.

oldman2005 · 4 June 2018, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by ronricks

Because it is a Two Tone Rolex which command a discount. This one will be no different in a matter of months.

This! Beautiful watch but TT is not as desirable as the SS Pepsi

tyler1980 · 4 June 2018, 03:36 AM

get it at an AD and pay retail. Its still a TT watch so after the hype dies down a bit they should be readily available. Then later a discount would probably be possible.

Malibuboy · 4 June 2018, 03:45 AM

Anything over list is foolish, IMHO. Heck, I would wait until it hit the secondary market.

That being said, the heart wants what the heart wants and who here among us hasn't been foolish at least once.

lecorsaire · 4 June 2018, 03:51 AM

I would wait until you can buy this at retail or slightly below. The reason there is a $5k premium on this is because these are the first batch shipped and right now it is rare. If we were talking about the SS Pepsi then things are a little different but TT over retail is not sustainable for a very long time. In fact this is the only TT model selling for over retail right now.

I really don’t see Rolex limiting either the TT or RG Root Beer after the first shipments. These are higher margin watches and there will be plenty to go around.

That said if you want to be one of the first and have people notice that you’re wearing one of the hottest new releases right now then pay up! You could also buy it, wear it for some months and sell it before the price starts falling. Then buy it again later on once the price is where it should be.

GoingPlaces · 4 June 2018, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by enthusiast44

Why??

Because prices are likely to come down.

kauffee · 4 June 2018, 03:55 AM

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Originally Posted by tyler1980

get it at an AD and pay retail. Its still a TT watch so after the hype dies down a bit they should be readily available. Then later a discount would probably be possible.

+1. I would only buy a gray market 2-tone at a discount, even if it’s a new release.

77T · 4 June 2018, 03:57 AM

I’d also suggest holding off on paying a premium - that’s just me, though.

Buy High for latest model is totally your choice.

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Ravager135 · 4 June 2018, 03:58 AM

I wouldn't pay anything over MSRP. I can't wrap my head around being "allowed" to buy a luxury item. If it is at an AD and it is not reserved, you should be able to buy it for MSRP.

WS9D · 4 June 2018, 04:02 AM

Davidsw has one for $17995 no tax to CA. That’s your end game. Def not a $20k watch as mentioned previously in the thread.

Fleetlord · 4 June 2018, 04:05 AM

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Originally Posted by ronricks

Because it is a Two Tone Rolex which command a discount. This one will be no different in a matter of months.

Exactly. Thanks for finishing my thought.

No reason to buy this now at premium...

fishingbear · 4 June 2018, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by ronricks

Because it is a Two Tone Rolex which command a discount. This one will be no different in a matter of months.
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Fleetlord;8642079]Exactly. Thanks for finishing my thought.

No reason to buy this now at premium...

100% agree

Nikrnic · 4 June 2018, 04:14 AM

MSRP is 14,050. I'm one of those who would never pay over that. Especially for any TT.

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TakeYourTime · 4 June 2018, 04:16 AM

Pass and wait (less than a) year to buy at st MSRP from an AD, maybe they offer you a little discount (then)

HL65 · 4 June 2018, 04:27 AM

Patience.

Urosfan · 4 June 2018, 04:33 AM

I’d wait can’t see myself paying anything over Msrp

c41006 · 4 June 2018, 04:37 AM

$14,050 plus tax would be my absolute top dollar but closer to $11912.50 would be ideal

4 June 2018, 02:52 AM	#1
enthusiast44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Orange County Posts: 8	I found a Root Beer GMT!! Now what Price do I pay? I am trying to figure out a reasonable price to offer for the GMT Root Beer. A reputable store has an unworn in the box root beer available and due to the rarity I expect to pay an overage, just not sure how much. Any thoughts? The watch is in Newport beach at Newport Watch Jewelry and Loan Attached Images

4 June 2018, 03:21 AM	#13
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: California Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,689	If you must have it now, pay a premium and post up pics here so we can congratulate you. If you can wait, perhaps others have a good point that a TT, even if hot at the beginning, won’t remain a hot item in the long run. ( I am a happy bluesy owner and a fan of some TT watches. ) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

4 June 2018, 03:22 AM	#14
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,697	List would be good; likely not more and preferably less. But that's true in general. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

4 June 2018, 03:36 AM	#16
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	get it at an AD and pay retail. Its still a TT watch so after the hype dies down a bit they should be readily available. Then later a discount would probably be possible. __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

4 June 2018, 03:51 AM	#18
lecorsaire "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: NYC Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,541	I would wait until you can buy this at retail or slightly below. The reason there is a $5k premium on this is because these are the first batch shipped and right now it is rare. If we were talking about the SS Pepsi then things are a little different but TT over retail is not sustainable for a very long time. In fact this is the only TT model selling for over retail right now. I really don’t see Rolex limiting either the TT or RG Root Beer after the first shipments. These are higher margin watches and there will be plenty to go around. That said if you want to be one of the first and have people notice that you’re wearing one of the hottest new releases right now then pay up! You could also buy it, wear it for some months and sell it before the price starts falling. Then buy it again later on once the price is where it should be. __________________ Rolex 116710 BLNR Rolex Day Date 118238 Champagne/Batons

4 June 2018, 03:00 AM	#2
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	ADs can't sell for over MSRP, but they might try to get you to buy another less-desired watch. Not that it matters, since it's probably gone by now since you posted its location, LOL.

4 June 2018, 03:01 AM	#3
Duey 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Duey Location: Maui Watch: Too Many To List Posts: 3,598	Msrp

4 June 2018, 03:03 AM	#4
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	If you are desperate for it now I guess you can offer 10% above, but on this I would wait and see how the market unfolds, TTs are usually not so strong, altho the times are clearly changing.

4 June 2018, 03:05 AM	#6
seadweller43 Banned Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: hong kong Posts: 214	the price is dropping, i think 20500 is a fair price for now if you really want to get one.

4 June 2018, 03:08 AM	#9
Fleetlord 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vain Posts: 6,023	Pass on it

4 June 2018, 03:45 AM	#17
Malibuboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Reno Watch: SMUUURF Posts: 383	Anything over list is foolish, IMHO. Heck, I would wait until it hit the secondary market. That being said, the heart wants what the heart wants and who here among us hasn't been foolish at least once.

4 June 2018, 03:57 AM	#21
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,017	I’d also suggest holding off on paying a premium - that’s just me, though. Buy High for latest model is totally your choice. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

4 June 2018, 03:58 AM	#22
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,224	I wouldn't pay anything over MSRP. I can't wrap my head around being "allowed" to buy a luxury item. If it is at an AD and it is not reserved, you should be able to buy it for MSRP.

4 June 2018, 04:02 AM	#23
WS9D "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Steve Location: Shasta Watch: es..More Watches! Posts: 2,415	Davidsw has one for $17995 no tax to CA. That’s your end game. Def not a $20k watch as mentioned previously in the thread.

4 June 2018, 04:14 AM	#26
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	MSRP is 14,050. I'm one of those who would never pay over that. Especially for any TT. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

4 June 2018, 04:16 AM	#27
TakeYourTime "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Alex Location: California Watch: Changes daily Posts: 410	Pass and wait (less than a) year to buy at st MSRP from an AD, maybe they offer you a little discount (then)

4 June 2018, 04:27 AM	#28
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	Patience. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

4 June 2018, 04:33 AM	#29
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	I’d wait can’t see myself paying anything over Msrp

4 June 2018, 04:37 AM	#30
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,933	$14,050 plus tax would be my absolute top dollar but closer to $11912.50 would be ideal

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