After spending the last year+ looking at Craigslist monthly and visiting Chaparral every couple months, I think it’s time I take action! I’ve driven a 4-seat 800 RZR quite a few times in/around Pinnacles staging area, so I have a basic understanding of the area and the 800’s capabilities.

I’m debating between a new or used 900 4 seater. I will be using it primarily in the Lake Arrowhead area, with some day trips to other local spots. Going with 4 seats to accommodate my 10-year daughter and her friends (they enjoy off roading in my 2006 Rubicon). I’ve been reading the forums over the past year about new versus used, 900 versus 800/1000, and so on.

There’s a lot of used inventory in SoCal ranging from super mods to bone stock and everything in between. I was pretty set on a used 2011+ used XP 4 900, but am having second thoughts. It looks like the 2015+ 900s are a significant upgrade from the previous models. Plus, I’m rather meticulous with my toys, so I like the idea of raising the RZR from birth.

I’m open to any and all advice, opinions, and stuff you wish you new when you bought your first RZR. Also, riding suggestions for anyone familiar with the area are much appreciated.

Thanks in advance!