Not worth anywhere near $6500 in my opinion. You didn't mention the
engine--has it been completely rebuilt and looks brand spanking new? If
so, and if the body's as good as you say, MAYBE in the 4000 to 5000 range,
otherwise, I'd say the guy's asking at least twice what the car is worth.
Start adding it up: you'd have to paint it, rechrome it, redo the
interior, and assemble it at least. That all would cost you $3-4000
alone.
If if has an overdrive transmission, that might add 10% to the value.
Aside from the front apron and grille, no part that I can think
of is particularly rare.
Offer the guy $2000, that is, if you think you won't have to rebuild the
engine.
John Middlesworth
1966 TR4A
1960 TR3A
On Mon, 15 Jun 1998, Dana & Jane Du Fresne wrote:
>
> I found a TR3A and was wondering if it is worth the $6500 price
>
> Car is apart, body off of frame and fenders off of body. Interior is out
> of car. This car is supposedly complete. I did see all the major
> components doors, seats, body tub, body panels, windshield frame and
> chrome struts, etc., but no top.
>
> No rot or body filler anywhere, including frame and body. Solid car. No
> overdrive. Chrome pieces are not pitted, but has that 30 year old look
> to it. Did not see one of the bumpers. Interior has red leather, but
> seats need to be resewn. Speedo shows 56K miles. Side screens are
> white, but will need to be re-clothed. New parts such as chrome bezels,
> volt reg, ???.
>
> What is the most difficult item(s) to find for a TR3 so I can check to
> see if its there?
>
> Anyone know what this thing is might be worth???
>
> TIA, Dana
>
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