At a glance
How to read- Identity
- Confirmed
- Level
- Advertised 1.25m / Verified 1.15m
- Price
- Ask $45,000 / Market $37,103–$51,507 · verify first
What to do next
Proceed with caution — the ad may oversell the level
Public show records top out below what the ad suggests. Ask for video at height before you travel.
- Send this report to your trainer and ask whether it is worth a call or trial.
- If your trainer is interested, ask the seller for a recent video at the advertised height.
- Do not skip a pre-purchase exam — public records cannot check soundness.
CSS Ozoo — Horse Scouts buyer research USEF #6066646 · ZAPATERO VDL x CRISP · 7yo Level: ad 1.25m · records ~1.15m Price: Sale: $45,000 · Slightly high Identity: Medium confidence Report: https://horsescouts.pro/r/css-ozoo?detail=full
Is the price fair?
Slightly highSale: $45,000 · fair $37,103–$51,507
Currently for sale
$30,500–$95,000
Asking prices of 15 comparable listings (context, not value)
Estimated market range
$29,280–$91,200
Adjusted for this horse's record (-4% vs. band)
| Consistent height vs. listed band | -12% | Campaigns at 1.1m (career high 1.15m); comps priced a band higher |
|---|---|---|
| Performance vs. level & win rate | -3% | No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty |
| Big-field results | +2% | 5 win(s) in fields of 12+ (median field 16) |
| Age / runway | +6% | Developing (6–9) — long competitive runway + resale optionality |
| US-ready + show mileage | +3% | Already stateside with USEF record — no import, campaign now |
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
$45,000
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 $1,350 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
- Charthago Blu Star — $45,000 · 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m
- Clif — $35,000 · 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m
- Concorde 76 — $44,000 · 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m
Public records top out around 1.15m. The ad says 1.25m.
Market context
Priced from: BIGEQ (15)
- 8 similar listings in our sample.
- Asking prices run $25,000–$100,000.
- Our fair-range midpoint for this horse is $43,650.
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?
1 flagOne item in the ad needs confirming. Ask the seller about the flagged row before you go further.
| What the ad says | Public records | Our read |
|---|---|---|
| USEF #6066646 | Same horse in USEF | Checks out |
| Sire (not in ad) | ZAPATERO VDL | Confirmed in registry |
| Dam (not in ad) | CRISP | Confirmed in registry |
| Jumps 1.25m | Show record tops out ~1.15m | Ask for video at height |
| Asking Sale: $45,000 | Similar horses $37,103–$51,507 | Slightly high |
Is this the right horse?
Medium confidenceUSEF #6066646 aligns with public records · chip …916240. Confirm pedigree and microchip match the horse you inspect.
- Born
- 1 Jan 2019
- Age
- 7 years old · USEF foal date
- Breed
- Other Breed
- Color
- Dark Bay
- Sex
- Gelding
- Sire
- ZAPATERO VDL
- Dam
- CRISP
- U.S. registry #
- 6066646
- Microchip
- 528210004916240
International record (FEI)
cross ref sire ZAPATERO VDL · dam CRISP · up to 1.20m 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
Prize money
USEF prize money on file
Last competition
116 - JUNIOR JUMPER 1.0M-1.05M TABLE II.1 · Placed 4
Usage rate
20 starts, active 6 of the last 12 months
Class context
Some junior/amateur/pony mileage; rest in unrestricted/open classes
Field size
Median field 16 · 8 top-third finishes in fields of 12+
Eliminations / retirements
Completed all 35 starts on record
Current level
Career high 1.15m
Qualifying / championships
WIHS Equitation / Pony Medal (finals / championship) · USHJA Zone Championship (regional / zone) · Prestige venues: NCHJA ANNUAL SHOW AT TRYON INTERNATIONAL, TRYON SPRING 6 - TR & HC CHARITY HORSE SHOW (name-match; not live standings)
Teacher / progression
5 distinct riders on record · Shown across 2 seasons
- 35 USEF class starts · 5 wins (14% win rate) · heights: 0.9, 1, 1.05, 1.1, 1.15m · sire ZAPATERO VDL
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U.S. record (USEF)
confirmed 35 USEF class starts · 5 wins (14% win rate) · heights: 0.9, 1, 1.05, 1.1, 1.15m · sire ZAPATERO VDL
Last competed: Oct 18, 2026
| Date | Class | Placing | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2026 | 1.05m · 116 - JUNIOR JUMPER 1.0M-1.05M TABLE II.1 | 4 | BEVERLY ALLEN |
| Oct 18, 2026 | 1.05m · 117 - JUNIOR JUMPER 1.0M-1.05M TABLE II. 2(B) | 3 | BEVERLY ALLEN |
| Sep 27, 2026 | 0.90m · 506 - .90m Schooling Jumper II 2d | 6 | BEVERLY ALLEN |
| Sep 27, 2026 | 0.90m · 609 - .90m Piedmont Junior/Amateur Jumper II 2d | 8 | BEVERLY ALLEN |
| Jun 28, 2026 | 1.05m · 730 - 1.0m Junior Jumper II2b | 6 | SHANNON WALLACE |
| Jun 28, 2026 | 1.05m · 731 - 1.0m Junior Jumper II2.1 | 4 | SHANNON WALLACE |
Ask the seller
Contact
- Location
- Amissville, Virginia, United States | (11/3/25 - 11/16/25)
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
2019 KWPN gelding. Ozoo is small but mighty. This gelding has a massive stride and powerful jump. Has shown up to 1.20m in the young jumper classes and 1.05m with a junior. With his range, rideability, and scope, Ozoo has potential to be an awesome speed horse for someone down the road.
The ad points to about 1.25m. Public records so far top out around 1.15m — ask for video at the advertised height.
Seller statements are unverified until USEF, video, and your own inspection back them up.
Similar horses for sale 8 listings
Comparable listings span $25,000–$100,000 — price reflects age, show record, bloodlines, and seller positioning, not jump height alone.
| Horse | Age | Price | Level | Days listed | Win rate | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charthago Blu Star | 5 | $45,000 | 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m | 48 days | — | View |
| Clif | 7 | $35,000 | 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m | 188 days | — | View |
| Concorde 76 | 8 | $44,000 | 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m | 29 days | — | View |
| Gold Link | 8 | $25,000 | 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m | 30 days | — | View |
| ISO - SALES PARTNERSHIP | 6 | $25,000 | 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m | 150 days | — | View |
| Omega | 9 | $35,000 | 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m | 107 days | — | View |
| Bob | 7 | $100,000 | 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m | 126 days | — | View |
| CARTANGO | 10 | $26,000 | 4'0" or 1.20, 1.25m | 39 days | — | View |
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 | 35 USEF class starts · 5 wins (14% win rate) · heights: 0.9, 1, 1.05, 1.1, 1.15m · sire ZAPATERO VDL | Open |
| International registry (FEI) | cross_ref | sire ZAPATERO VDL · dam CRISP · up to 1.20m claimed · verify on data.fei.org | Open |
| Pedigree (HorseTelex) | no_match | USEF sire/dam on file but no pedigree row scored ≥ 10 | 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 — Sire/dam on file but no candidate scored high enough | 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: 15 similar listings · median $45,000 · interquartile $30,500–$95,000.
Comparable listings by marketplace: BIGEQ (15) · catalog 2026-10-26.
Stated level 1.25m vs verified 1.15m in public records.
Comparable listings average $41,875 vs asking $45,000.
Report date: 2026-11-11. Pricing uses BIGEQ (15) 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.