The time has come...
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Racer
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From: Lewistown MT
The time has come...
I'm giving serious thought to selling my car...
I bought my 66' in 2003 and have enjoyed it over the years. However, in the past year or so I've come to realize that I just don't enjoy tinkering on it as much as I used to...As I near retirement my interest have started to move in a different direction, etc.
So, I'm curious as to anyone's thoughts and recommendations on selling...I'm especially interested in "Do's and Dont's" of selling a car like this. I've sold plenty of "clunkers" over the years and I let people take them for a test drive, kick tires, etc. But what should a person be thinking about for something like this?...Also, what's the best way to reach your market audience? (I live in a fairly rural city and state)...
Thanks for any ideas...
I bought my 66' in 2003 and have enjoyed it over the years. However, in the past year or so I've come to realize that I just don't enjoy tinkering on it as much as I used to...As I near retirement my interest have started to move in a different direction, etc.
So, I'm curious as to anyone's thoughts and recommendations on selling...I'm especially interested in "Do's and Dont's" of selling a car like this. I've sold plenty of "clunkers" over the years and I let people take them for a test drive, kick tires, etc. But what should a person be thinking about for something like this?...Also, what's the best way to reach your market audience? (I live in a fairly rural city and state)...
Thanks for any ideas...
Team Owner
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From: Greenville, Indiana
You should be able to sell it here quickly simply because you indicated it needed a lot of tinkering, maybe every time you drive it?
Lot's of guy here just can't resist raising the hood every time they pull in the drive way.
Lot's of guy here just can't resist raising the hood every time they pull in the drive way.
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Army
I'm giving serious thought to selling my car...
I bought my 66' in 2003 and have enjoyed it over the years. However, in the past year or so I've come to realize that I just don't enjoy tinkering on it as much as I used to...As I near retirement my interest have started to move in a different direction, etc.
So, I'm curious as to anyone's thoughts and recommendations on selling...I'm especially interested in "Do's and Dont's" of selling a car like this. I've sold plenty of "clunkers" over the years and I let people take them for a test drive, kick tires, etc. But what should a person be thinking about for something like this?...Also, what's the best way to reach your market audience? (I live in a fairly rural city and state)...
Thanks for any ideas...
I bought my 66' in 2003 and have enjoyed it over the years. However, in the past year or so I've come to realize that I just don't enjoy tinkering on it as much as I used to...As I near retirement my interest have started to move in a different direction, etc.
So, I'm curious as to anyone's thoughts and recommendations on selling...I'm especially interested in "Do's and Dont's" of selling a car like this. I've sold plenty of "clunkers" over the years and I let people take them for a test drive, kick tires, etc. But what should a person be thinking about for something like this?...Also, what's the best way to reach your market audience? (I live in a fairly rural city and state)...
Thanks for any ideas...
Le Mans Master
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From: Itasca IL
I am at the same point with my 67, the time has come to do something different.
Having gone through the same thought process in the past few weeks, I would try listing it here first (in the appropriate section, of course). Full disclosure and lots of photos go a long way to generating interest from serious buyers. Over the years, I've also found that eBay cannot be beat for exposure and advertising of classic cars.
Having gone through the same thought process in the past few weeks, I would try listing it here first (in the appropriate section, of course). Full disclosure and lots of photos go a long way to generating interest from serious buyers. Over the years, I've also found that eBay cannot be beat for exposure and advertising of classic cars.
Team Owner
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From: Wilmington N C
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I know exactly what you are going through. Sold my 61 through a consignment shop last summer. Anything over your desired price is theirs. It took a while and some shenanigans were pulled but I got top dollar at the end of the day and didn't have to deal with tire-kicking jerks or store the car for 9 months.
that is what I did recently, when I sold my '58 that I had for 27 years. The consignment shop handled everything. I got what I wanted, I assume they did too. My only caution: even though I 'thought' I was ready to sell it, it turns out I had instant seller's regret, and I'm not sure I'm over that yet 
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Army
that is what I did recently, when I sold my '58 that I had for 27 years. The consignment shop handled everything. I got what I wanted, I assume they did too. My only caution: even though I 'thought' I was ready to sell it, it turns out I had instant seller's regret, and I'm not sure I'm over that yet C1 prices were dipping last year and I feel like I didn't leave a dime on the table....not sure where they are now but I know I'll never get 'hurt' financially on the split window. Bought it at a REAL good price..
I got $65K (take home) for the car and sold another approx $4,000 in parts later on... Thank you Bill Pilon and GTOGuy and all the others !
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Instructor
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: northern Virginia
I appreciate this thread, my '66 might be on the market soon as well. Took forever to find it and buy it, if I do sell it, I hope it won't take so long!
I guess coming up with an honest, reasonable, fair price is probably the hardest part.
I guess coming up with an honest, reasonable, fair price is probably the hardest part.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2007
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From: Toosoon Arizona
I am giving my 65 coupe to my eldest son after 50 years of ownership and let him enjoy it until he needs to send #1 grandson to college in two years!
Just so I don't have any bad feelings I am going to ask him to pay me what I paid for it in 1967 !
Just so I don't have any bad feelings I am going to ask him to pay me what I paid for it in 1967 !
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I am in the market and based on this thread it looks like I might have a LOT of choices in the near future. Will be watching for each of your listings mentioned here... if I don't buy something else before they show up! LOL
Le Mans Master
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From: Cold Harbor, VA
If you want to sell, price the car to sell. Guys say they want to sell, then they put a moon shot price on a car and it does not sell. I think these cars sell when they are honestly priced. Which I have come to learn usually means quite a bit less money than most sellers believe their car is worth.
Good luck
Good luck
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If you want to sell, price the car to sell. Guys say they want to sell, then they put a moon shot price on a car and it does not sell. I think these cars sell when they are honestly priced. Which I have come to learn usually means quite a bit less money than most sellers believe their car is worth.
Good luck
Good luck
I sold my 66 in 2002 and a 65 in 2009, I placed what I thought was a fair market value on both and they sold within a couple weeks.
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I kind of feel the same way, have only put 3500 miles on my 65 in 4 years and over half of those were put on by my Dad. prior to this car I had a restomod that I drove everywhere...now I'm a bit torn between selling the 65, or just modifying it into what I would consider a more fun driver (fuel injection, 5 or 6 speed, upgraded wheels and tires).
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Same boat with you guys. I'm putting my 66 on the market soon. Maybe Bloomington.
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Army
If you're going to sell your own car, here or on eBay, put a little effort into it; beau coup pictures and videos help. If you (or someone you know) are handy with HTML you can embed extra pictures and videos into an eBay at no cost. They don't have to be George Lucas quality but will set your ad apart from others for little effort. My '67 Chevelle eBay ad included this video:
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