Kawasaki kz1000 police bikes
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Hagerty's price guide puts these at about $2,500, probably less as-is, and perhaps more if they're cleaned up a bit and running. If you want top dollar, avoid the urge to mod or "improve" them. No header tape!
https://www.hagerty.com/apps/valuationtools/1995-Kawasaki-KZ1000P_Police
Condition Ratings
#1 vehicles are the best in the world. The visual image is of the best vehicle, in the right colors, driving onto the lawn at the finest concours. Perfectly clean, the vehicle has been groomed down to the tire treads. Painted and chromed surfaces are mirror-like. Dust and dirt are banned, and materials used are correct and superbly fitted. The one word description for #1 vehicles is "concours."
#2 vehicles could win a local or regional show. They can be former #1 vehicles that have been driven or have aged. Seasoned observers will have to look closely for flaws, but will be able to find some not seen by the general public. The paint, chrome, glass and finishes will all appear as excellent. No excessive smoke will be seen on startup, no unusual noises will emanate from the engine. The vehicle will drive as a new vehicle of its era would. The one word description for #2 vehicles is "excellent."
#3 vehicles could possess some, but not all of the issues of a #4 vehicle, but they will be balanced by other factors such as a fresh paint job or a new, correct interior where applicable. #3 vehicles drive and run well, but might have some incorrect parts. These vehicles are not used for daily transportation but are ready for a long tour without excuses, and the casual passerby will not find any visual flaws. "Good" is the one word description of a #3 vehicle.
#4 vehicles are daily drivers, with flaws visible to the naked eye. The chrome might have pitting or scratches, the windshield might be chipped. Paintwork is imperfect, and perhaps the body has a minor dent. Split seams or a cracked dash, where applicable, might be present. No major parts are missing, but the wheels could differ from the originals, or other non- stock additions might be present. A #4 vehicle can also be a deteriorated restoration. "Fair" is the one word that describes a #4 vehicle.
https://www.hagerty.com/apps/valuationtools/1995-Kawasaki-KZ1000P_Police
Condition Ratings
#1 vehicles are the best in the world. The visual image is of the best vehicle, in the right colors, driving onto the lawn at the finest concours. Perfectly clean, the vehicle has been groomed down to the tire treads. Painted and chromed surfaces are mirror-like. Dust and dirt are banned, and materials used are correct and superbly fitted. The one word description for #1 vehicles is "concours."
#2 vehicles could win a local or regional show. They can be former #1 vehicles that have been driven or have aged. Seasoned observers will have to look closely for flaws, but will be able to find some not seen by the general public. The paint, chrome, glass and finishes will all appear as excellent. No excessive smoke will be seen on startup, no unusual noises will emanate from the engine. The vehicle will drive as a new vehicle of its era would. The one word description for #2 vehicles is "excellent."
#3 vehicles could possess some, but not all of the issues of a #4 vehicle, but they will be balanced by other factors such as a fresh paint job or a new, correct interior where applicable. #3 vehicles drive and run well, but might have some incorrect parts. These vehicles are not used for daily transportation but are ready for a long tour without excuses, and the casual passerby will not find any visual flaws. "Good" is the one word description of a #3 vehicle.
#4 vehicles are daily drivers, with flaws visible to the naked eye. The chrome might have pitting or scratches, the windshield might be chipped. Paintwork is imperfect, and perhaps the body has a minor dent. Split seams or a cracked dash, where applicable, might be present. No major parts are missing, but the wheels could differ from the originals, or other non- stock additions might be present. A #4 vehicle can also be a deteriorated restoration. "Fair" is the one word that describes a #4 vehicle.
Yeah, the 900 will bring that kind of money, as well as the H models of course. If these "P" series bikes were first generation Z1 bikes, the nostalgia factor (Chips et.al.) would bring in more money to the right collector.
I don't place a lot of faith or import on "Blue Book" type values- those are for salesman and bankers, not collectors or buyers. Still, for these bikes I agree that the 2500 mark is fairly close. They are not the collectable versions, except to a narrow audience. If they were 1977 Z1's, they'd be worth a lot more.
If these were mine, I'd sell one and use the proceeds to restore and ride the other one. Any Kawasaki fan would be interested in these if the price was right. My two cent's worth. These are nice pieces, but not to be confused with Z1 bikes.
I don't place a lot of faith or import on "Blue Book" type values- those are for salesman and bankers, not collectors or buyers. Still, for these bikes I agree that the 2500 mark is fairly close. They are not the collectable versions, except to a narrow audience. If they were 1977 Z1's, they'd be worth a lot more.
If these were mine, I'd sell one and use the proceeds to restore and ride the other one. Any Kawasaki fan would be interested in these if the price was right. My two cent's worth. These are nice pieces, but not to be confused with Z1 bikes.
As another old Harley guy, my first "new" bike was a Kawasaki. I never lost my love for them. In the 70's there was a huge rift between HD guys and "Rice Burners." Who'd have thought an H1, H2, or early KZ would bring in twice the money a comparable-year shovel does?
You really scored big. I hope I wasn't too negative. If you lived closer, I'd already be talking about a deal.
You really scored big. I hope I wasn't too negative. If you lived closer, I'd already be talking about a deal.
