What you will get out of them has a lot to do with location, condition and how long you're willing to wait. Prices can swing both ways and each way is the exception. As was mentioned, keeping the Forte II is what you or your friend should do, event if there's no use for them today. The Forte ii will be worth between $400 to $700 going from scratched and banged to mint...and their location.
GLWS