I've heard the LA market is a bit soft. I'll wait for the locals to weigh in.
On the Black Lightning, I much prefer the Sprint group year model (prior year as I recall). Edge was pretty doggy IMHO. But someone who really wants a Black Lightning would be all over it.
Very limited options with the damaged V 11.8. Parts were nothing special, so not a lot of value on a part out.
Nishiki Prestige was a nice bike that year. Very sellable size too. I've done well on those. Centurion is a winner too, with a very nice 600 group on it.