Good deal? Used 210gal RR AGA with stand

[DavidinGA]

Thinking about picking up this used 210 gallon All Glass brand tank I found local to me. Has two returns and two drains total in the boxes.

What is everyones thought on this setup (tank and stand only) for $650?

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Guy says everything is in good shape.

Good decent bad deal?

[fishgate]

I think it is a lot. I am thinking offer $300 and see if he takes it. If this is a CL ad, I doubt he gets much, if any other interest. I would never offer more then 50% of retail for a used tank. The stand is the cheapest of stands - nothing special there.

[Slystone]

If I asked 650 i'd probably take 500 which is a good price in my area

[DavidinGA]

I think it is a lot. I am thinking offer $300 and see if he takes it. If this is a CL ad, I doubt he gets much, if any other interest. I would never offer more then 50% of retail for a used tank. The stand is the cheapest of stands - nothing special there.


Everyone around me in GA is quoting me like $1k for a new 180gal rr tank (let alone a 210) just the tank and no stand...

[DavidinGA]

If I asked 650 i'd probably take 500 which is a good price in my area


The guy originally wanted $800 for the tank/stand and now I got him down to $650

[gone fishin]

If it is in decent shape and you are happy with the price then go for it. something is only worth what we are willing to pay for it. just my 2 cents

[coralsnaked]

Too expensive for tank and bottom stand only. Looks well used. Ive seen lots of complete set ups in the 200 gal range that looks a lot better going for a grand or so including lights, sump,filtration, and stands looking better w/ a hood. Ive seen 150s going for that price including live rock and limited livestock.

You can buy a new 210 for under a grand so someones looking to get 50-60% of new value. I would pay $450 max if it holds water

Merry Skerry

[DavidinGA]

Too expensive for tank and bottom stand only. Looks well used. Ive seen lots of complete set ups in the 200 gal range that looks a lot better going for a grand or so including lights, sump,filtration, and stands looking better w/ a hood. Ive seen 150s going for that price including live rock and limited livestock.

You can buy a new 210 for under a grand so someones looking to get 50-60% of new value. I would pay $450 max if it holds water

Merry Skerry


Where can you get a new 210 for under a grand?


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[Kawi9_cf]

where in ga are you? I am also from ga and I think I may know a place where you could get a better deal.

[vansk8r]

I wound't for just tank and stand.

[DavidinGA]

where in ga are you? I am also from ga and I think I may know a place where you could get a better deal.

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[DavidinGA]

I think it is a lot. I am thinking offer $300 and see if he takes it. If this is a CL ad, I doubt he gets much, if any other interest. I would never offer more then 50% of retail for a used tank. The stand is the cheapest of stands - nothing special there.


Yeah the stand is one of the main issues I'm having with the whole deal; especially since it is a 3 door stand with smallish 22in wide openings for access to the sump area. :hmm3:

no way I'm getting a standard 75 gal in there to use as a sump...
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notice he ran his sump in the basement

[whiteshark]

650 still seems like a lot but as gone fishin said if you're happy with it go for it.

Personally I'd continue to shop around or talk him down to 350 or 400. I think there is a better deal to be had, but I wouldn't be in a hurry either. Plus I hate those dimensions...

[DavidinGA]

650 still seems like a lot but as gone fishin said if you're happy with it go for it.

Personally I'd continue to shop around or talk him down to 350 or 400. I think there is a better deal to be had, but I wouldn't be in a hurry either. Plus I hate those dimensions...



I have this inlay I wanted to put a tank in that is a little less than 7ft long and maybe 12in deep (an 18" deep tank would actually look better in there but everyone says I should really get the extra 6" of depth in a 24" deep tank) is why I am looking for this size tank.

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[C Dog]

If it had more equipment MAYBE for $650.

[whiteshark]

I have this inlay I wanted to put a tank in that is a little less than 7ft long and maybe 12in deep (an 18" deep tank would actually look better in there but everyone says I should really get the extra 6" of depth in a 24" deep tank) is why I am looking for this size tank.

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All that really matters is that you like the way it looks :) I think long, vertically deep tanks are hard to aquascape in aesthetically pleasing manner. Not that it can't be done, but the standard sized tanks don't lend themselves to it the way breeders or cubes do IMO.

[DavidinGA]

He said he would sell just the tank for $550.

Stand doesn't look all that great...

Tank worth that much by itself?

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[led stony]

If you cant afford a 650 dollar tank how are you going to fill it? Live rock will cost you that much.lights ,coral. A 180 is 1000 new just the tank. Add starphire clear low iron glass and your looking at 2000 just the tank! So 650 is a good buy. Just my opinion. Good luck.

[DavidinGA]

I can afford a $5k tank, but why would I pay that when they are cheaper elsewhere.

Seems like $650 isn't an amazing deal but not getting robbed either...


If you cant afford a 650 dollar tank how are you going to fill it? Live rock will cost you that much.lights ,coral. A 180 is 1000 new just the tank. Add starphire clear low iron glass and your looking at 2000 just the tank! So 650 is a good buy. Just my opinion. Good luck.



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[cubiclewarrior]

If the tanks over 100 gallons I allways use the USED 2 dollar rule and the 3 dollar rule if it has a stand
2 x 210 = $420 and 3 x 210 = $630
Id say your on the money! you just cannot get big tanks for $1 a gallon anymore "inflation"

[cubiclewarrior]

look at this add http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/fuo/3544727747.html

its almost follows the 3 dollar rule and includes extras

[DavidinGA]

look at this add http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/fuo/3544727747.html

its almost follows the 3 dollar rule and includes extras


Man I wish I could find a deal like that around here!


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[SGT_York]

check for scratches with a fine tooth comb. They are hard to see until a bit of algae starts growing. If it's scratched $100 max, if it's like new $500.

[cubalz]

True the one in Oklahoma has periphery equipment but those are low end junk pumps anyway. I am betting that the PS is more of the same, so all you are really getting is a sump in the deal. With all of that being said, I recently picked up a 210g with stand and lights for $425.00 in great condition locally on CL.

[cubalz]

check for scratches with a fine tooth comb. They are hard to see until a bit of algae starts growing. If it's scratched $100 max, if it's like new $500.

The only 210g you are getting for $100.00 has a hole in it the size of the SS Minnow.

[SGT_York]

as long as it's circular and can fit a bulkhead!

No way I'd buy a tank with visible scratches.

[DavidinGA]

Best way to check for scratches???

If I go look at it he said he would have it filled...

[Kawi9_cf]

The more I look around that seems like a better and better deal. You could always build a stand yourself or have one built.

[DavidinGA]

The more I look around that seems like a better and better deal. You could always build a stand yourself or have one built.

Ya I haven't really found anything near me around his price.

He said he'd sell me just the tank for $550 so I might just build a stand.

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[Kawi9_cf]

I think that would be good. I just built my first aquarium stand I had a lot if fun building it and I made it just the way I wanted it. If your interested check out my build thread. http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2254148

[DavidinGA]

I just found a fish store that can order me a brand new 180rr all glass brand for $799.

Hmm....smaller tank, more $, but brand new and no concerns with the unknown of a used tank.....



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[Kawi9_cf]

Piece of mind has no dollar value. Have you checked out glass cages?

[DavidinGA]

Piece of mind has no dollar value. Have you checked out glass cages?

Ya after adding on a rr package and shipping they are too expensive.


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[Kawi9_cf]

Yeah the shipping is what has kept me away from their tanks. What store was it where you found the 180?

[DavidinGA]

Yeah the shipping is what has kept me away from their tanks. What store was it where you found the 180?

Neptune's in Columbus ga


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[ken6217]

Ya I haven't really found anything near me around his price.

He said he'd sell me just the tank for $550 so I might just build a stand.

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*** is the guy going to do with a stand and no tank? Use it as a coffin?

Tell him $550 cash for tank and stand and let's call it a day.
Ken

[Dmorty217]

I purchased a 220 stand and canopy for 500$ i got lucky though. I think thats a good deal for 550 for the RR

[ZiggyBuster]

Seems just a lil' high but a good starting point.

[DavidinGA]

*** is the guy going to do with a stand and no tank? Use it as a coffin?

Tell him $550 cash for tank and stand and let's call it a day.
Ken



lol....he claims he has a use for it if I don't want it (seems stupid to me though)

[DavidinGA]

I just got an email from a guy who has a 180rr acrylic t e n e c o r e brand tank stand canopy and wants $700 (starting price). Anyone know anything about that brand?

It's drilled in the back so I'm already a little turned off since I want a tank that I can put flush against the wall...


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[Kawi9_cf]

I personally do not like acrylic tanks at all they scratch way too easily for my taste. I know they are clearer but I have no trouble seeing through a standard glass tank

[DavidinGA]

Alright, I'll pass on the acrylic...