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Daytona ref 16520
visited one of the AD who is participating in Rolex's certified pre-own program today. they have a 1994, black dial Daytona asking for US $31k. the upside of buying a pre-owned watch through this program is it has been throughly inspected, serviced, and guaranteed by the crown.
Will greatly appreciate any input regarding this specific reference model.
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Daytona ref 16520
visited one of the AD who is participating in Rolex's certified pre-own program today. they have a 1994, black dial Daytona asking for US $31k. the upside of buying a pre-owned watch through this program is it has been throughly inspected, serviced, and g...
A wonderful watch to own.
This is their certified pre owned from Rolex? I have no experience but if the watch has service paperwork from Rolex that is wonderful. In that case price is based on condition as service is guaranteed. ...
yours look fantastic
and yes, the watch has a 2 year warranty on movement from Rolex.
If that isthe case...
...they are selling for 31K a watch that isn't even worth half of that.
You didn't say why you want it or what you want it for. Prices vary widely based on rarity/condition/collectibilty so important to know what you're getting from that CPO example.
You can spend more than that on a safe queen NOS unserviced unpolished perfect example with box and papers or a fraction of that price for a middle of the production beater to wear everyday with abandon. Early dials cost more, last year of production cost...
thank u
so much to learn. I have always wanted a Daytona, for more than 30 years. I finally realized that my only route to one is via pre-owned. the main attraction of buying from Rolex cpo program is its warranty on genuineness. I haven no specifc likes or disli...
I think some research and shopping around to see different watches is really helpful
Same! I remember when the Zenith Daytona was announced and wanted one back then but decided to go a little more conservative and only now had the chance to come back around. It's a modern enough Rolex you probably won't get a bad watch from any respectabl...
your generosity
in sharing your input and advice is very much appreciated. I will heed your advice and read, look, and compare more before making a final decision.
Absolutely. Some motivation 😉
My one regret is I was a little too focused in my search. While I was making the rounds I wish I had also looked at white dial 16520s and gold 16528s. Now I'm tempted to check out other versions but need to hit up the dealers again... ...
I personally
like both colour dial, so that is not a deal breaker for me. good luck with your new search.
