Detail Info for: 2016 Other Makes Polaris Slingshot 1 of a kind 2016.5 Chicago Cubs Polaris Slingshot SL LE- Signed by Tom Ricketts

Transaction Info
Sold On:
10/11/2017
Price:
$ 23000.00
Condition:
Mileage:
974
Location:
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, 53147
Seller Type:
Private Seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
2016 Other Makes Polaris Slingshot
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Engine:
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VIN:
57XAAPFA2G7117078
Vehicle Title:
Clear
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Vehicle Detail
So I actually won this thing... I never imagined I'd win, and was just trying to support a good cause when I purchased 3 raffle tickets for this a couple months back. Nielsen Enterprises (www.nielsens.com) of Lake Villa, IL had donated this Slingshot to the annual Ride for Kids event that supports the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (www.curethekids.org). The first thing I said when they called to tell me I won was "Holy crap", and the second thing was, "What's a slingshot?" Turns out this is not quite a motorcycle, and not quite a car. (It is considered an autocycle in Illinois, which means you do not need a motorcycle license to drive it.) It is amazing, and incredibly fun to drive. The best description I found was by a gentleman named Ross on a Slingshot forum. Ross says, "The Slingshot is a three-wheeled motor vehicle combining the open air feel of a motorcycle and the handling of a race car. This Slingshot features 2 seats side by side, 5-speed manual transmission, waterproof seats and an automotive-style open cockpit, plus Chicago Cubs-themed customizations." (https://slingshotinfo.com/index.php?thread/3733-ride-for-kids-7-16-2017/&s=dfdc964f5e8a30c597c0c25bd9cdfb8e316a9371 ) I've included a couple of links to videos on YouTube to give you a better idea as to how this handles and looks. YouTube Link 1 YouTube Link 2. The Cubs-themed customizations are what make this a one of a kind vehicle. My understanding is that Nielsens sought and received special permission from the Cubs in order to have the vehicle customized to use for the raffle. Cubs owner Tom Ricketts apparently approved of the finished product, as he autographed the custom lit up Cubs rear windshield. (To be clear, neither Nielsen Enterprises, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, or The Chicago Cubs have in any way endorsed or approved this sale.) It also comes with a just slightly less than 2 year manufacturer's warranty.If you've ever seen one of these on the road, you know they draw attention. And with this one having the Cubs dressing, literally every vehicle stops to take a look. I would love to keep this, but unfortunately it does not economically make sense, and I know there's someone out there that can and will enjoy and appreciate it much more than me. (If I were a business owner in the Chicago area, I would buy this in a heartbeat, as it would be one of the most fun and successful pieces of advertising ever. Add your logo or website to the vehicle, and away you go.) The domain, www.cubsslingshot.com will also be assigned to the winner if he/she would like. I used this prior to the auction to offer information on the sale.The retail price for a new 2016.5 SL LE Slingshot (model T16AAPFAAG) is $26,499. This one had been used for several charity and promotional events (you may have seen it down at Wrigley), and there were 837 miles on it when I picked it up. I drove it home to Lake Geneva and have driven it sparingly since. The Cubs customizations as well as the signature of Mr. Ricketts have some added value for this truly one of a kind, traffic stopping vehicle. I have a standing offer of $23,000, so that is my starting and reserve price. In the spirit that we were so fortunate to win this, we will donate 10% of the proceeds back to charities in our local community, including the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Please let me know if you have any questions. If you are a serious buyer and would like to view it, a showing can be set up in the Lake Geneva area. Depending on the weather and my schedule, it may be near Wrigley for the game on October 9th. Thanks for looking!P.S. If this vehicle isn't for you, do you know someone else that might like it? If you share this listing, and the ultimate buyer comes from you letting them know about it, I'll pay you a $500 referral fee!