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Posted: 5/31/2015 10:25:46 PM EDT
I just picked up what I believe to be a 1981 Mini 14 for a really reasonable price. Better than I am comfortable with actually. It is in great condition with the stock mag and two 20 round Ruger mags. The person that sold it to me was at a disadvantage during the negotiations (I can't say why...). What is this rifle actually worth? I want to pay him a fair price. Sorry for the crap pictures. I am not even sure what part of the rifle to take a pic of...
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Posted: 5/31/2015 11:16:44 PM EDT
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Hard to tell by the pictures but ive seen them go from $300 low range up to about $700
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Posted: 5/31/2015 11:21:58 PM EDT
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Hard to tell by the pictures but ive seen them go from $300 low range up to about $700 Can I take any other pics that will help you out? I don't know exactly what to photograph to help... |
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Posted: 5/31/2015 11:48:34 PM EDT
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One can now build an AR for around $400. So while it might sell for more than that, it's worth $300-350.
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Posted: 6/1/2015 2:20:38 PM EDT
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looks like it's in really good condition.
I'm not sure what an older mini-14 would sell for, but you might get a better idea if you ask on a board that isn't crazy about ar-15 s. ask on THR. also, look at the closed auctions on gunbroker to see what they have sold for. if someone wants an nice older mini-14, it won't matter what it costs to build an AR. |
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Posted: 6/2/2015 7:50:23 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: One can now build an AR for around $400. So while it might sell for more than that, it's worth $300-350.  OP, I've recently sold minis on consignment at the shop for $550ish. Ones in that shape with the wood handguards have historically brought about $650. |
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Posted: 6/2/2015 8:19:33 AM EDT
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3-350 seems in line.
i bought several police trade ins for 300+ tax at a gunshow 3 years ago.all were gb models. |
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Posted: 6/2/2015 2:12:19 PM EDT
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182 series. $400 is fair for both parties involved.
Does it have a roller bolt? That is worth a little more. Some of the early 181, 182, 183 series had a roller bearing where the bolt rides in the receiver. Newer 580 series are selling for $550 used in this area. |
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Posted: 6/7/2015 12:15:16 PM EDT
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Thanks for all the info. Based on what you guys said, I went back and paid the guy more to make it a good deal for both of us. Thanks!
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