Selling a Leica: $900 or $1250?

[jmcd]

"My question to you is: If you were on the market for an M6, would you rather buy the camera as-is for $900, or prefer to get it for CLA'd - but at a higher price ($1250 or so)."

In my experience, many private sellers are optimistic about the condition of the camera they are selling, so I factor in the cost of a CLA. Testing with usage can uncover problems that add to the cost of a CLA (high speeds off, erratic frame spacing, capping, etc.). If I do receive a camera in fully proper working order, I consider myself lucky, and the CLA funds can be set aside for future needs.

If it were me buying, I would definitely prefer the M6 CLA'd by Sherry Krauter option. Then I would know I was set.

 

[ZebGoesZeiss]

Thank you all, for most helpful replies! I took the advice from some of you, and contacted a camera store, and they forwarded me to a repair man that was able to have a look at it.

He checked the rangefinder, and adjusted it. And to confirm what some has said, he did check it both at infinity and 0,7m. Well, he also checked it at 3m just to be sure, so it is now fine. To top it off, he did a test roll! It did cost me about $90, but I think it was worth it.

He also found the shutter speeds to be within tolerance, and he gave me more or less a lecture in the "sounds" of a Leica shutter 😀 And yes, now I understand the difference between 1s and 1/2s 😀

In the end, what have I learned? Ask around locally if in need of assistance. In my case, there was help to be found within a 15 minute drive from where I live.

So, it seems to be alright then. Still want that MP, though! 😀