At a glance
How to read- Identity
- Confirmed
- Level
- 1.15m ceiling
- Price
- $75,000 · fair $61,838–$85,845 · worth a call
What to do next
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ALBION Z — Horse Scouts buyer research USEF #6096042 · APARDI x FALBALA DU CERNAUT · 8yo Level: ad 1.15m · records ~1.15m Price: Sale: $75,000 · Slightly high Identity: High confidence Report: https://horsescouts.pro/r/albion-z?detail=full
Is the price fair?
Slightly highSale: $75,000 · fair $61,838–$85,845
Currently for sale
$57,250–$85,450
Asking prices of 47 comparable listings (context, not value)
Estimated value
$48,663–$72,633
Adjusted for this horse's record (-15% vs. band)
| Consistent height vs. listed band | -12% | Campaigns at 1m (career high 1.15m); comps priced a band higher |
|---|---|---|
| Performance vs. level & win rate | -3% | No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty |
Estimated value weights the horse's show record, rideability, age, and typical ask-to-sale gap. Decision aid, not a certified appraisal.
Asking price
$75,000
Based on comparable listing asks and show record — not sold prices or a certified appraisal.
The asking price is a little high, but still close to fair. That is about $2,250 above the middle of our fair range.
The asking price usually does not include: PPE / vetting, shipping, sales commission (if you use an agent).
Similar listings in this band
- Hula Hoop Z — $75,000 · 3'9" or 1.15m
- Dilasco Blue SZ — $75,000 · 3'9" or 1.15m
- Novara — $80,000 · 3'9" or 1.15m
No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty
Market context
Priced from: BIGEQ (59) · HJx (1) · ProEquest (1)
- 8 similar listings in our sample.
- Asking prices run $65,000–$85,000.
- Our fair-range midpoint for this horse is $72,750.
Before you call the seller
Three questions to start — open Full research for contact info and the full checklist.
- Book a pre-purchase exam (PPE) with a vet you choose before you buy.
- Ask about past injuries, surgeries, or ongoing maintenance the vet should know about.
- Why is the horse for sale, and can you ride or trial the horse in person before you commit?
Does the ad check out?
ReviewSome items matched and others still need confirmation. Walk through the rows below with your trainer.
| What the ad says | Public records | Our read |
|---|---|---|
| USEF #6096042 | Same horse in USEF | Checks out |
| Sire: APARDI | APARDI | Checks out |
| Dam: FALBALA DU CERNAUT | FALBALA DU CERNAUT | Checks out |
| Jumps 1.15m | Show record ~1.15m | Checks out |
| Pre-U.S. Belgian campaign | Equibel: 12 BE round(s), 0 win(s), top ~1.30m | Checks out |
| Asking Sale: $75,000 | Similar horses $61,838–$85,845 | Slightly high |
Is this the right horse?
High confidenceUSEF #6096042 and pedigree match the ad · chip …067121. Confirm microchip and papers match the horse you inspect.
- Born
- 10 Jul 2018
- Age
- 8 years old · USEF foal date
- Breed
- ZANGERSHEIDE
- Color
- BAY
- Sex
- G
- Sire
- APARDI
- Dam
- FALBALA DU CERNAUT
- U.S. registry #
- 6096042
- Microchip
- 967000010067121
International record (FEI)
cross ref sire APARDI · dam FALBALA DU CERNAUT · up to 1.15m claimed · verify on data.fei.org
Video
How long can you ride this horse?
This horse is 8 years old. If sound, you might get about 6–10 more years of useful jumping at this level.
There may still be room to move up a bit if training goes well. Useful-years estimates follow FEI show-jumping age profiles: peak performance commonly occurs around ages 10–15, with many Grand Prix horses active into the mid-teens and beyond when sound. At 8, the horse is still in a developing window — PPE findings should be weighed against upside to the stated level. [5][6]
Vet & pre-purchase exam
Sport-horse literature treats a pre-purchase exam (PPE) as a risk assessment — not pass/fail. Radiographic findings are common in sound jumpers and must be read in context of age, intended use, current performance, and price [1][2].
Before you buy, book an independent sport-horse vet you choose. Share this report so the exam can target gaps between seller claims and public records.
- Baseline PPE: soundness exam, flexions, and imaging scoped to price point and intended use [4].
- Mild hock osteoarthritis, small fetlock osteophytes, and mild navicular remodeling are commonly reported in sound sport horses.
- Stable, non-progressive changes without lameness are often acceptable when they match the horse's competition history.
- Focus on current soundness, flexion response, and whether maintenance history is documented.
- Ask for injury history, surgeries, joint maintenance, and any prior vet records the seller can share.
About 57% of prepurchase exams document at least one potentially prejudicial finding — presence alone does not predict future unsoundness [2]. Mild gait asymmetry is also common and may not correlate with clinical lameness [3].
Sources for vet & age guidance
- van Hoogmoed & Snyder (1999). van Hoogmoed LM, Snyder JR. Prepurchase Examination of Jumpers and Dressage Horses. AAEP Proceedings, 1999.
- Equine Veterinary Journal (2024). Equine Veterinary Journal. "Prejudicial Findings During Prepurchase Examinations," 2024.
- University of Utrecht (2022). University of Utrecht. Movement Asymmetries in Horses Presented for PPE and Lameness Evaluation, 2022.
- Merck Veterinary Manual. Merck Veterinary Manual. Prepurchase Examination of Horses.
- FEI Facts and Figures (2020). FEI Annual Report 2020 — average registered horse age 9.85 years; Jumping athlete demographics and age distribution.
- FEI / Bristol University longevity research. FEI Sports Forum (2026) — ongoing FEI–Bristol research on career longevity, competition intensity, and retirement factors in Jumping horses.
Horse Scouts summarizes published sport-horse veterinary literature for informational purposes only. It is not veterinary, legal, or financial advice and creates no legally binding obligation. Consult your own veterinarian before any purchase decision. See our Terms of Service.
Show record
Prize money
USEF prize money on file
Last competition
31 - .90m Clear Round · Placed 1
Usage rate
25 starts, active 4 of the last 12 months
Goes for
Some amateur/junior mileage; rest in open divisions
Eliminations / retirements
Completed all 25 starts on record
Current level
Career high 1.15m
Pre-U.S. record (Equibel / ZANGERSHEIDE)
confirmed 12 BE round(s) on file (microchip) — 12 sampled · 0 win(s) · top 1.3m · 2024-06-01 → 2025-08-31
German national record (equi-score)
skipped No equi-score URL and no European show footprint to search on.
German and Austrian national shows (Kl. E/A/L/M/S) often do not appear on FEI or USEF. Paste an equi-score class result URL when you submit research to target a specific show.
- 20% win rate — above average compared to similar listed jumpers at 1.10-1.19m (median ~13%, based on 31 horses with records).
U.S. record (USEF)
confirmed 25 USEF class starts · 5 wins (20% win rate) · heights: 1, 1.1, 1.15m · sire APARDI (no YOB on dossier — set identity.yob for full career range)
Last competed: Jun 14, 2026
| Date | Class | Placing | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 2026 | 0.90m · 31 - .90m Clear Round | 1 | INDIANA WILSON |
| Jun 14, 2026 | 0.90m · 32 - .90m Clear Round | 1 | INDIANA WILSON |
| Jun 7, 2026 | 1.05m · 68B - Farmvet 1.0m Junior Power/Speed | DNP | INDIANA WILSON |
| Jun 7, 2026 | 1.05m · 69B - Farmvet 1.0m Junior Speed | DNP | INDIANA WILSON |
| Jun 7, 2026 | 1.05m · 70B - $1,000 Farmvet 1.0m Junior Final | DNP | INDIANA WILSON |
| Jun 7, 2026 | 0.90m · 31 - .90m Speed | DNP | INDIANA WILSON |
Ask the seller
Contact
- Location
- Wellington until July 1 where he will be in Ocala for the month
Full question checklist
This report summarizes public records only. Always verify answers with the seller, your trainer, and your vet before you buy.
What the seller says Pasted ad text · tap to expand
Albion Z is a 7 turning 8 year old Apardi x Babalou de Ligny. Albie is a sweet guy who wants to please. He has done the 1.30 in Europe and has done up to the 1.15 so far here in the US. Has shown in the 1m jumpers with a junior as well. Albie has a lot of scope, looks, power and he’s super kind. Could be suitable for a pro to jump bigger or a junior amateur looking for a reliable horse. Asking high 🖐🏼s. Located in Wellington until July 1 where he will be in Ocala for the month. PM for more info!
Seller statements are unverified until USEF, video, and your own inspection back them up.
Similar horses for sale 8 listings
| Horse | Age | Price | Level | Days listed | Win rate | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hula Hoop Z | 7 | $75,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 65 days | 27% | View |
| Dilasco Blue SZ | 8 | $75,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 40 days | 11% | View |
| Novara | 8 | $80,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 64 days | 3.4% · 59 starts | View |
| Vittoriano | 12 | $80,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 64 days | 7% | View |
| Prudence | 6 | $65,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 67 days | 39% | View |
| Centurian | 11 | $85,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 13 days | 5% | View |
| Hummer RW | 14 | $85,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 26 days | 8% | View |
| FairPlay PS Z | 7 | $65,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 31 days | 100% | View |
Find prior listings abroad Search for prior European listings
No European source price on file yet. Use the links below to find the origin listing — then we can compute the dealer spread.
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What we could not verify1 gap
Use these if your trainer wants detail — not a reason to panic on their own.
- No confirmed ClipMyHorse horse profile — use the search link for possible videos and verify identity.
Sources & import costs
Where we looked
| Source | Status | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. show registry (USEF) | confirmed | 25 USEF class starts · 5 wins (20% win rate) · heights: 1, 1.1, 1.15m · sire APARDI (no YOB on dossier — set identity.yob for full career range) | Open |
| International registry (FEI) | cross_ref | sire APARDI · dam FALBALA DU CERNAUT · up to 1.15m claimed · verify on data.fei.org | Open |
| Pedigree (HorseTelex) | no_match | No row matched sire/dam | Open |
| German national results (equi-score) | skipped | No equi-score URL and no European show footprint to search on. | — |
| Show video (ClipMyHorse) | no_match | No confirmed ClipMyHorse horse profile for "ALBION Z" — open search by name; videos may appear (verify it's the same horse). | Open |
| equibel | confirmed | 12 BE round(s) on file (microchip) — 12 sampled · 0 win(s) · top 1.3m · 2024-06-01 → 2025-08-31 | — |
Import costs & logistics
U.S. show jumping relies heavily on imported European warmbloods (KWPN, BWP, Holsteiner, Oldenburg, Selle Français, and others). The listing price is often only part of the investment — veterinary, transport, quarantine, customs, and insurance can add roughly 10–30% or more to landed cost [3].
Estimate for this horse
This listing appears to be in the U.S. — no international import is required for domestic delivery. If you source from Europe instead, use the categories and illustrative totals below as a planning guide.
Typical cost categories
| Category | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-purchase exam (PPE) | $1,000–$3,500+ | Independent vet exam before purchase — not part of shipping but essential risk management. |
| Export testing & documentation | $500–$3,000 | Health certificates, blood tests, and government export paperwork (varies by origin country). |
| International air transport | $10,000–$25,000+ | Largest logistics cost — shared vs. private stall, route, and season affect pricing. |
| Quarantine & federal inspection | $1,000–$5,000+ | USDA port inspection and quarantine length depend on origin disease status (often 3–7 days for EU geldings). |
| Customs & import brokerage | $500–$2,000 | Specialized equine brokers coordinate USDA, customs entry, and airport logistics. |
| Ground transportation | $500–$3,000+ | Seller to export airport, then U.S. arrival port to your barn. |
| Mortality / transit insurance | 1–4% of value / yr | Many buyers insure during transport; annual mortality often scales with horse value. |
Illustrative landed totals
Planning bands — actual costs vary by origin, sex (CEM rules for mares/stallions), route, and broker.
| Purchase price | Typical import stack | Est. landed cost |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $12,000–$20,000 | $62,000–$70,000 |
| $100,000 | $12,000–$25,000 | $112,000–$125,000 |
| $250,000 | $15,000–$35,000 | $265,000–$285,000 |
Evaluate landed cost, not purchase price alone, when comparing to U.S. comps or judging resale potential. Ask the seller for export readiness, quarantine port, and who coordinates USDA paperwork.
Sources for import & logistics
- USDA APHIS. USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Importing live equines — permits, port inspection, and quarantine requirements.
- US Equestrian. USEF. International travel for horses — health documents, quarantine ports, and planning timelines.
- Aguilera (2020). Aguilera M. Global Horse Trade in the United States: 1981–2013. Society and Animals — documents the shift to European sport-horse imports in U.S. jumping.
- Kingston Stables. Kingston Stables. EU→U.S. all-in shipping guide (flight, papers, USDA quarantine) — industry planning benchmark.
Comparable metrics
Market sample: 47 similar listings · median $75,000 · interquartile $57,250–$85,450.
Comparable listings by marketplace: BIGEQ (59) · HJx (1) · ProEquest (1) · catalog 2026-07-13.
Stated level 1.15m vs verified 1.15m in public records.
Win rate 20% (subject) vs 13% median among comps with records.
Comparable listings average $76,250 vs asking $75,000.
Show record vs similar listings
20% win rate — above average compared to similar listed jumpers at 1.10-1.19m (median ~13%, based on 31 horses with records).
Cohort win rate: min 0% · median 13% · max 100% (31 comps with USEF/SJW records).
Report date: 2026-07-19. Pricing uses BIGEQ (59) · HJx (1) · ProEquest (1) listings (catalog: BIGEQ · 2026-07-13 · HJx · 2026-07-13 · ProEquest · 2026-07-13).
Automated buyer research from public records — not a pre-purchase exam, veterinary opinion, or guarantee of seller claims. Verify identity, price, and soundness with your team before you buy.