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450 Foreman - full-time 4X4 question

63K views 36 replies 12 participants last post by  Reg 
#1 ·
Hello all,

New guy here, first post. I need some advice as I'm looking at my first four wheeler purchase now. I've found a good condition 04 foreman 450 with 1,500 miles and approx 200hrs for around $3,000. It seems like a good deal to me, as it's in line with KBB and NADA. The only thing that concerns me is that it's full-time 4 wheel drive. Is this that big of a deal, or will I have a significantly rougher ride and steering issues? I plan on using the bike to hunt primarily and trail ride a little bit.

Thanks for any input/advice.
Matt
 
#34 · (Edited)
Oh and stamped near the cylinder head somewhere there may be some numbers on a plate for example 433cm3 which would mean a 450

I can't remember exactly


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#35 ·
Its definitely not a Rancher. The only 400 Rancher made was a 400AT. My Grandpa had one that got passed onto my uncle. That machine in your pics looks nothing like it. Its definitely a Foreman. The 400's did not have full floorboards like the one in your pic. But the 450's had the bumper like the one pictured. I would be a little leery of this machine. Make sure you check the VIN number. Have it checked for liens and possibly if it has a salvage title. Something looks off with the headlight too.
 
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