At a glance
How to read- Identity
- Partial match
- Level
- Advertised 1.30m
- Price
- Ask $100,000 / Market $82,500–$99,750 · negotiate first
No USEF number — identity and show record may be weaker until you add one.
What to do next
Talk to your trainer before you negotiate
High vs market vs similar horses. Your trainer can tell you if the horse is worth pursuing anyway.
- Send this report to your trainer and ask whether it is worth a call or trial.
- If your trainer is interested, ask for a recent show video at your target level.
- Use the fair-price range in this report as context — not a guarantee — if you negotiate.
American Dream stallion — Horse Scouts buyer research CARTANI x SUNFLOWER · 7yo Level: ad 1.30m Price: Sale: $100,000 · High vs market Identity: Medium confidence Report: https://horsescouts.pro/r/american-dream-stallion-17?detail=full
Is the price fair?
High vs marketSale: $100,000 · fair $82,500–$99,750
Currently for sale
$82,500–$95,000
Asking prices of 7 comparable listings (context, not value)
Estimated market range
$84,975–$97,850
Adjusted for this horse's record (+3% vs. band)
| Performance vs. level & win rate | -3% | No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty |
|---|---|---|
| Age / runway | +6% | Developing (6–9) — long competitive runway + resale optionality |
Estimated market range weights the horse's show record, rideability, age, and typical ask-to-sale gap. Decision aid for how this price compares to similar horses — not a certified appraisal.
Asking price
$100,000
Ask vs similar listings: -11% vs segment median $90,000 (n=7).
The asking price looks high compared to similar horses for sale. That is about $12,700 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
- Sneakyside VA — $100,000 · 1.30m or 4'3"
- Helfik D'Elle — $90,000 · 1.30m or 4'3"
- Kamille — $90,000 · 1.30m or 4'3"
No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty
Market context
Priced from: BIGEQ (12) · HJx (2)
- 7 similar listings in our sample.
- Asking prices run $65,000–$125,000.
- Our fair-range midpoint for this horse is $87,300.
Field at 1.30m right now
Stated only153 rounds · 10 classes · top U.S. shows (WEC Ocala Summer Series 1 CSI2*, WEC Ocala Spring I Regional, WEC Ocala Winter Spectacular XI +2 more) · last 120 days
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?
2 flagsSeveral things in the ad do not line up with public records. Share this section with your trainer before you call the seller.
| What the ad says | Public records | Our read |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. registry (USEF) | No USEF number on file | Ask seller |
| Sire (not in ad) | CARTANI | Confirmed in registry |
| Dam (not in ad) | SUNFLOWER | Confirmed in registry |
| Jumps 1.30m | No show record at this height | Ask for video |
| Asking Sale: $100,000 | Similar horses $82,500–$99,750 | High vs market |
Is this the right horse?
Pedigree confirmedHorseTelex profile on file matches this horse. Confirm microchip and papers match the horse you inspect.
HorseTelex pedigree profile confirmed on intake.
- Born
- 2019
- Age
- 7 years old
- Breed
- All Warmbloods
- Sex
- Stallion
- Sire
- CARTANI
- Dam
- SUNFLOWER
- Dam's sire
- CALIDO I
International record (FEI)
cross ref sire CARTANI · dam SUNFLOWER · up to 1.30m claimed · verify on data.fei.org
Video
How long can you ride this horse?
This horse is 7 years old. If sound, you might get about 6–10 more years of useful jumping at this level.
Based on age band (Developing (6–9)). 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 7, 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].
- At this age, expect minimal degenerative change on imaging — clean hocks, minimal fetlock or navicular remodeling.
- Findings that warrant extra scrutiny: significant osteoarthritis, advanced remodeling, or chronic soft-tissue injury.
- Literature supports interpreting mild isolated radiographic changes cautiously when the horse is currently sound and performing.
- 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
- No USEF results for "American Dream stallion".
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Recent USEF rounds not available — add a USEF number or wait for Show Jumping World to finish.
Ask the seller
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
We are offering a stallion you won’t find twice. This sweet boy is truly an angel among stallions, with an exceptional character and no bad habits. Gentle, easy, and suitable even for amateurs and less experienced riders. Automatic lead change Comfortable canter Sweet in barn
Advertised around 1.3m — not fully verified in public records yet.
Seller statements are unverified until USEF, video, and your own inspection back them up.
Similar horses for sale 7 listings
| Horse | Age | Price | Level | Days listed | Win rate | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sneakyside VA | 9 | $100,000 | 1.30m or 4'3" | 123 days | — | View |
| Helfik D'Elle | 9 | $90,000 | 1.30m or 4'3" | 250 days | — | View |
| Kamille | 9 | $90,000 | 1.30m or 4'3" | 207 days | — | View |
| Remi Van De Vrunte | 9 | $90,000 | 1.3m | 53 days | — | View |
| Charlie Sheen 9 | 8 | $75,000 | 1.30m or 4'3" | 94 days | — | View |
| Global Melody | 9 | $125,000 | 1.30m or 4'3" | 48 days | — | View |
| Max | 9 | $65,000 | 1.30m or 4'3" | 18 days | — | 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.
Search for prior listings abroad
European producers often post sale ads on public Facebook Pages that Google indexes. These two searches are usually enough to find the origin price.
What we could not verify3 gaps
Use these if your trainer wants detail — not a reason to panic on their own.
- No USEF number on file — ask the seller for the U.S. registry number.
- No confirmed ClipMyHorse horse profile — use the search link for possible videos and verify identity.
- High ask with limited public show record — verify level and miles before trusting the price.
Sources & import costs
Where we looked
| Source | Status | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. show registry (USEF) | no_record | No USEF results for "American Dream stallion". | Open |
| International registry (FEI) | cross_ref | sire CARTANI · dam SUNFLOWER · up to 1.30m claimed · verify on data.fei.org | Open |
| Pedigree (HorseTelex) | needs_review | sire CARTANI · dam SUNFLOWER · dam sire CALIDO I | Open |
| German national results (equi-score) | skipped | No equi-score URL and no European show footprint to search on. | — |
| Show video (ClipMyHorse) | needs_review | ClipMyHorse: 8 profiles — Multiple similar candidates | Open |
| Original listing | confirmed | ELITEEQUINE | Open |
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: 7 similar listings · median $90,000 · interquartile $82,500–$95,000.
Comparable listings by marketplace: BIGEQ (12) · HJx (2) · catalog 2026-10-26.
Comparable listings average $90,714 vs asking $100,000.
Report date: 2026-11-11. Pricing uses BIGEQ (12) · HJx (2) listings (catalog: BIGEQ · 2026-10-26 · HJx · 2026-10-26 · ProEquest · 2026-08-10).
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.