From: jon_wissler@pngc.com <jon_wissler@pngc.com>
> I haven't been around these cars like most of you, but $3800 doesn't
>buy much more than a relatively reliable older vehicle of any kind IMO. To
>think for $3800 you could get a classic that looks functionally sound, and
>requires some exterior cosmetics to make it truly sharp looking would seem
>to be a steal. I paid $3500 for my 69 2L seven years ago, and I thought I
>got a great deal at the time. Body and interior were in really good shape,
>and the motor ran strong. As I have started to go through the car more, I
>find that it needs the suspension gone through completely, but other than
>that, is a very clean street car. I wouldn't part with it for under $5000
>as is. I think I'd be asking for at least $4500 to $5000 for this car and
>see what the market will bare. Good luck Ron.
I have to concur. The other factor is good ole convertiblism-
I've always figured that having a ragtop adds 50-100% on to the
value of an old car.... so, if you think of a 510 or Z or other
contemporary - a decent example might run you $2000 or so for a
mostly original fixer upper (with an L engine, LOL). Add
another grand or two on to that base $2000, and you're about
where Roadster prices are. It's just the way things are.
The nice thing is that deals are still out there, and a buyer
in the know can score something on the cheap.
Just MHO
Kyle
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