Possible horse...

[metalmare]

So I didn't go and view that appaloosa because I simply didn't like it enough!

I might, however, go and view this tomorrow, so long as my other half is reasonably okay with it.

http://www.adtrader.co.uk/pets-and-animals/horse-sales/12yo-15hh-beautifull_684966.html

There isn't a good body shot but any thoughts?

I've already negotiated an offer with the seller... thought we'd get that straight before I got in the car!

 

[metalmare]

BTW.. it's actually 13yo, 15.3. I confirmed that. A bit odd they forgot... possible dealer?

Or parent doing ad on behalf of child?

 

[JessandCharlie]

You say they forgot? It says 12yo and 15hh, so I'm afraid you've lost me there. But as you say, very hard to see from the pics, but has a nice face, and seems a good price

Missed your previous post, what are you looking for?

 

[galaxy]

It might just be he's poor.... but I'd say he looks older than 12/13.... I'd have a good look at his teeth and ask to see a passport.

Personally, although he's sweet.... he wouldn't tempt me. But the pictures are terrible

 

[PoppyAnderson]

There are always exceptions but there's usually a reason why horses are cheap. Good, honest, sound, 15 hh, bombproof all rounders do not cost £1500. Buyer beware quite frankly.

 

[MHOL]

ignore this, sorry couldnt delete the post

 

[The Fuzzy Furry]

There are always exceptions but there's usually a reason why horses are cheap. Good, honest, sound, 15 hh, bombproof all rounders do not cost £1500. Buyer beware quite frankly.

why not?
My most recent one 2 months ago cost me just that & inc tack & a LW NZ too (but is 15.2 & 7 yrs)
Does what the previous owner said - just as in the advert.
Bombproof in traffic, trailer loads, good with farrier,easy to catch & lovely to hack on own. Also eats & ****s for england (was warned!) No vices except eating lots
Never been stabled before I brought, so no info from previous owner on this - but alls fine after taking just a couple of days to settle to routine

Priced for time of year & owner no longer able to keep 2

 

[PoppyAnderson]

I did say there are always exceptions!

 

[The Fuzzy Furry]

I did say there are always exceptions!

I know

 

[metalmare]

It was 2k but has been for sale for over a month... is that the time of year or something wrong with the horse?

Do you think it's a possible scam then with the phone number?

 

[metalmare]

This is another ad they have for it... an older one.

http://www.dunsters.co.uk/viewlisting.php?view=2887

 

[HollyB66]

It was 2k but has been for sale for over a month... is that the time of year or something wrong with the horse?

Do you think it's a possible scam then with the phone number?

No, it is the website that is the 'scam' with the phone number, you end up paying premium rates - that's all! Their excuse is "Calls to private sellers are routed through the Ad Trader Customer Protection Numbers."

 

[noodle_]

same seller

http://www.adtrader.co.uk/pets-and-...ck-horse-13-yo-17hh-very-friendly_684967.html


personally i think thers nicer out there fr that price... but its upto you

 

[5379]

I would have to agree with 'buyer beware' most definitely! That advert is just very suspicious, not necessarily just the price.

To get the age and height wrong?? I would say there are many more for sale out there and not to be tempted by this one.

 

[metalmare]

Oh, never rang, emailed through another website. Thanks for the heads up though.

 

[galaxy]

This is another ad they have for it... an older one.

http://www.dunsters.co.uk/viewlisting.php?view=2887

to me that doesn't look like the same horse...

But I may be being suspicious

 

[Dancing Queen]

go and see it.
IMHO i think it looks a decent sort, but you will know when you see him.
Unless any one on here is selling it then no one can really guide you and tell you if its a scam etc. I really like it.
Also ignore teh comments about the prices- bear in mind horses dont seem to be selling and its costly to keep them over the winter so perhaps they want to move it on.
go with your gut instinct xxx

 

[metalmare]

Looks like a dealer then if they can't remember the horse's stats and they have a selection for sale despite 'daughter losing interest'.

Think I'll keep looking,

Thanks all.

 

[HollyB66]

There are always exceptions but there's usually a reason why horses are cheap. Good, honest, sound, 15 hh, bombproof all rounders do not cost £1500. Buyer beware quite frankly.

Sorry, I'm another vote for 'good, honest, sound, bombproof, all rounders' can cost £1500, my girl cost me £1200 last year - admittedly she is 14.3 and was 17 yo, but that included tack + rugs and she was everything (and more) that she was advertised as.

The 'reason' she was cheap was that her last owner wanted her to go to a genuine home.

The only way to find out is to go and visit, but be prepared to walk away if he isn't what you are looking for.

He looks like one of the lads on our yard, who is a good sort, but only 4-5yo.

 

[Dancing Queen]

to me that doesn't look like the same horse...

But I may be being suspicious

i think it does look the same horse xx

 

[metalmare]

Hard to say... it does look quite different but one is summer w/out rugs and one winter with a rug.

 

[metalmare]

Maybe I should just go and see? It's only 45 mins away.

God knows I'm having a hard job finding what I'm after; middle aged, middle height, genuine horse that isn't a kick-along and doesn't cosk 4k!

 

[noodle_]

Maybe I should just go and see? It's only 45 mins away.

God knows I'm having a hard job finding what I'm after; middle aged, middle height, genuine horse that isn't a kick-along and doesn't cosk 4k!

i'll pm you

 

[PoppyAnderson]

Yes Holly but your horse was 17 when you bought it and prices do tend to drop off quite drastically at that kind of age.

 

[HollyB66]

Yes Holly but your horse was 17 when you bought it and prices do tend to drop off quite drastically at that kind of age.

Yep! Appreciate that! Which is why I said 'admittedly ..she is 17 yo' - however, she's probably the fittest horse on the yard

 

[mcnaughty]

My 8yo girl cost me £1100 - she is bomb proof but a bit green. 15.3hh

 

[competitiondiva]

There are bargains out there to be got, I would just advise anyone to go in with their eyes open.. I agree that from those head shots he does look older than the stated age, my rising 16 year old in her winter woollys looks better, but then as said it could be a poor photo, horse in poor condition (despite saying in add, good doer!) not worked correctly in a long long time, (or never) hence no topline? So there are other possible reasons. If the horse isn't too far away AND you can take someone who can keep an impartial view AND who has knowledge of horses. Then I would say go and have a look. Make sure you are confident of being able to age the horse yourselves, tally up the passport with him. (bit hard on a grey!) if he is in poor condition be aware that once fully fit and fed up, he may be a completely different horse.

 

[Dancing Queen]

go and have a look- its your money, your horse, i doubt any one on here will be riding her. prices vary up and down the country, so i disagree with comments about money etc.
If it was me i would be going to have a peek at her and making my own mind up. Unless they know exactly when she was born then you are guessing a horses age and even the vets get it wrong. If she is genuine and is kind then try her out xxx

 

[DipseyDeb]

This is another ad they have for it... an older one.

http://www.dunsters.co.uk/viewlisting.php?view=2887

That looks like a different horse!! (?)

 

[metalmare]

Thanks all for the advice. I plan to go and look and then at least I can see for myself.