My .02,
A tactic I have used sucessfully more than once (for cars, boats, etc) is to
get a sheet(s) of paper and begin at the top of the page with the "top
dollar" figure for a "perfect car". Then itemize and subtract the items that
will need to be replaced/refurbished - factoring in parts AND labor. It's a
very straightforward way to let an owner see exactly what the car is "worth"
and what it would take for them to get "top dollar" for the car. If at all
possible, try to avoid paying additional money for the "emotional value" of
the car :)
~alan
'71B
Reply to:
Alan Lott
GTA, Auburn Univeristy
Department of Rehabilitation and Special Education
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-----Original Message-----
From: owner-mgs@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-mgs@autox.team.net] On Behalf
Of Ajhsys@aol.com
Sent: Wednesday, July 07, 1999 3:46 PM
To: kfuchs@dlcwest.com; mgs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: 64b value?
In a message dated 7/7/99 3:52:23 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
kfuchs@dlcwest.com writes:
<< Anything else I should maybe go back and
look at to determine value? >>
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Don't forget that in a car that has been sitting for a while, you will be
replacing all the seals and rubber parts. This can get into a few bucks and
more than a few hours. Expect to completely rebuild or replace the braking
system and clutch hydraulics. Look at the brake pipes and if they show
surface rust, replace them to be safe. Add in the cost of flex brake hoses
and all the pads, shoes, rotors, etc. Check suspension bushings, too.
I don't have a B, but if I remember correctly the '64 would have the 3 main
bearing engine. This could be a bargaining point, as it isn't as durable as
the newer 5 main. Use your Moss or Vic. Brit. catalog to get a list of
parts
that will definitely need to be replaced and add up the cost.
Good luck. Keep 'em running!
Allen Hefner
'77 Midget
'92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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