Has anyone ever part-exed a horse?

[rachyblue]

I had made the decision a little while ago that I was going to find baby wb a more suitable home, and get myself something more sensible.

Very nice 9 year old gelding up for sale, 15hh, so a more sensible size, from a dressage trainer, done a bit of everything.

Feeling a bit cheeky I asked would she consider a part ex (expecting a knock back, but if you don't ask....) and she asked what I had and said that if she could come and see him we could negotiate a part ex. I was honest about the fact I've struggled with him, sounds like she is keen on him as a project, he is nicely bred.

I have only ever part-exed cars before so have no idea what to expect, other than the obvious of paying the difference between the agreed value for mine and hers.

Anyone have any experience?

 

[montanna]

Tbh it's very similar to pxing a car...

Be prepared to be offended by the offer the dealer makes, and also know that the dealer may pass the horse onto onto dealers/sales etc.

Obviously, as is usual with cars, you will not get the true value of your horse as the dealer has to make a profit, but it's a good way to move a horse on quickly in order to get another... You don't get stuck with extra livery etc or advertising costs which I think many people underestimate.