Store or sell
Team Owner
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Army
It happen Frankie. Few weeks ago I found an item on Craig’s, followed up, finally got pics and verification on condition, agreed on a price and asked for address or pick up location as I AM 300 miles away. Once asked, guy flipped out and in 2nd email completely blew me off as he was too busy.
Advertising to gauge interest using a fake auction where a sale won't occur sucks IMO.
Safety Car
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From: Olive branch Ms
And there's a difference here somehow? The item doesn't go to the end in either case and bidders never know why. I've been an eBay member for 18 years with 100% positive feedback. I understand a little how it works. As I stated earlier it's happened to me many times. I don't spend time agonizing over little crap like that.
Race Director
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From: Eagle, Idaho
Can you set the body back on the frame and at least put it together (temporarily) enough to where it can be pushed around and easier to store? You could put the parts and pieces in the trunk and driver's compartment and crate the rest in those stackable plastic totes. Use a cheap dolly or two from Harbor Freight to move the tote(s) around. I would rather sell when I'm ready than to be forced into making a decision I wouldn't normally make (and possible regret later on).
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It is not a major issue to push to get the roller completed and set the body back on. I have enough resources and pals in the area that are willing to lend a hand. I am trying to get the chassis to the bodyshop this week so the roller can go back together painted. Sell or store, it needs to be done.
Money is also not a deciding factor on weather to sell or not; it is more about space, hassle, and making a sound decision. Nearly every car I have built and sold, I never looked back, only to the next project. This one, I think, may be different.
If I do decide to sell, I will put what I think is a fair price on it and hopefully someone will see it as a bargain and get a good deal for themselves. I am not one to use ebay as a stalking horse; it lacks character.
Money is also not a deciding factor on weather to sell or not; it is more about space, hassle, and making a sound decision. Nearly every car I have built and sold, I never looked back, only to the next project. This one, I think, may be different.
If I do decide to sell, I will put what I think is a fair price on it and hopefully someone will see it as a bargain and get a good deal for themselves. I am not one to use ebay as a stalking horse; it lacks character.
Melting Slicks
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From: Dadeville AL
Now that the OP has wrapped up his decision, I'll offer this comment about the side discussion on the use of Ebay. Some time ago I saw a very unquie car up for auction with no minimum bid and an unknown minimum reserve. Interestingly, the ad included a phone number for people who wanted more info. I called to ask the seller about the reserve so I'd know if I was wasting my time bidding on the item. He refused to disclose the minimum and added that it was very high because he didn't want the car to sell on Ebay. He viewed the auction as free advertising so he could contact potential buyers and then sell the car privately to avoid paying a fee to Ebay. I decided I did not want to engage in a long distance business deal with a person with those business ethics. He'd likely treat me like he did Ebay if he got the chance.
Safety Car
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From: Olive branch Ms
I bought my pick up that I drive and have driven for the last 10-12 years, a BMW that we've had for 14 years, my wife's E350, and a couple of milling machines off of eBay. Most were after the auction where the seller contacted me. The BMW, the dealer delivered from 200 miles away, the Benz cost too much for me to trust anybody, I flew there inspected it and handed him a cashiers check. In my original post immediately before the highlighted part where I am unscrupulous and it sucks I said put a minimum bid in. As a seller I would much rather have people tell me how much it's worth to them as opposed to me telling them what the bottom I would take for it. And that is basically what you are doing when you advertise with your price. I'm finished with this now and sorry to go on and on about it but kinda pisses me off when someone that doesn't know me or anything about me says I lack character.
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Racer
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fire sale
Not sure what you got in this project, you may be surprised who might be interested. put a price on it and see what happens. take the money and invest it until you get back, or get something where you are going someday. Wouldn't want to put that burden on anyone, not knowing when i would return, anything could change in their life also which would be a hassle for everyone and maybe others not involved. Just my thoughts
Le Mans Master
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It really depends on what you want to do and what you can afford to do...
I had done the same thing (four year time span):
Mine was in the middle of a restoration. The person who worked on the glass had almost everything he needed to do the body work. He worked on the body work at his place back in California while I went off to work on the east coast. I would occasionally check on him with the progress. In the meantime, I would buy parts off of various sources and ship the parts back to California. Lots of tracking was required and some lack of tracking (duplicate parts bought and shipped go figure).
He had the body for three years. Afterwards, the body was placed into a storage locker along with the frame and other parts where it sat for almost six months.
I had done the same thing (four year time span):
Mine was in the middle of a restoration. The person who worked on the glass had almost everything he needed to do the body work. He worked on the body work at his place back in California while I went off to work on the east coast. I would occasionally check on him with the progress. In the meantime, I would buy parts off of various sources and ship the parts back to California. Lots of tracking was required and some lack of tracking (duplicate parts bought and shipped go figure).
He had the body for three years. Afterwards, the body was placed into a storage locker along with the frame and other parts where it sat for almost six months.
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It really depends on what you want to do and what you can afford to do...
I had done the same thing (four year time span):
Mine was in the middle of a restoration. The person who worked on the glass had almost everything he needed to do the body work. He worked on the body work at his place back in California while I went off to work on the east coast. I would occasionally check on him with the progress. In the meantime, I would buy parts off of various sources and ship the parts back to California. Lots of tracking was required and some lack of tracking (duplicate parts bought and shipped go figure).
He had the body for three years. Afterwards, the body was placed into a storage locker along with the frame and other parts where it sat for almost six months.
I had done the same thing (four year time span):
Mine was in the middle of a restoration. The person who worked on the glass had almost everything he needed to do the body work. He worked on the body work at his place back in California while I went off to work on the east coast. I would occasionally check on him with the progress. In the meantime, I would buy parts off of various sources and ship the parts back to California. Lots of tracking was required and some lack of tracking (duplicate parts bought and shipped go figure).
He had the body for three years. Afterwards, the body was placed into a storage locker along with the frame and other parts where it sat for almost six months.
Having gone through that, would you do it again or sell it and start fresh?
Le Mans Master
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Not to mention I met plenty of people who I had something in common. Have plenty of people I would call friends via the corvette world.
Now, my corvette is not what you call NCRS. Far from it.
Also quite a bit of satisfaction driving it now.
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Thanks for all the great replies and perspectives.
My wife and I had a good chat about, and she is for keeping it in storage and/or sending it out for completion and then storing it. Tonight I will start the search for some storage space. if it is drivable, a very close friend has offered to keep it with his collection provided he gets to light the candles every once in a while.
I really appreciate the assistance. Sorry Frank, I don't think it will be sold just now.
My wife and I had a good chat about, and she is for keeping it in storage and/or sending it out for completion and then storing it. Tonight I will start the search for some storage space. if it is drivable, a very close friend has offered to keep it with his collection provided he gets to light the candles every once in a while.
I really appreciate the assistance. Sorry Frank, I don't think it will be sold just now.
Le Mans Master
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Since you've decided to store it, I'll offer this info. I stored my '63 Corvette for 36 years while doing a short stint in the military... 
I rented a storage unit for 20 years until the business sold the property. I then bought an 8'X8'X20' shipping container for about $1000 and stored it on RR ties on a friends property for another 16 years. As long as someone can keep an eye on it for leaks, etc., a shipping container can be a very economical and secure way to store it.
Good luck... GUSTO
I rented a storage unit for 20 years until the business sold the property. I then bought an 8'X8'X20' shipping container for about $1000 and stored it on RR ties on a friends property for another 16 years. As long as someone can keep an eye on it for leaks, etc., a shipping container can be a very economical and secure way to store it.
Good luck... GUSTO
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Army
And there's a difference here somehow? The item doesn't go to the end in either case and bidders never know why. I've been an eBay member for 18 years with 100% positive feedback. I understand a little how it works. As I stated earlier it's happened to me many times. I don't spend time agonizing over little crap like that.
I'm finished with the topic.
Anyway, on the storage issue... The enemy is theft, moisture and rodents. Whatever you choose to do, make sure those three items are covered.
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Army
Thanks for all the great replies and perspectives.
My wife and I had a good chat about, and she is for keeping it in storage and/or sending it out for completion and then storing it. Tonight I will start the search for some storage space. if it is drivable, a very close friend has offered to keep it with his collection provided he gets to light the candles every once in a while.
I really appreciate the assistance. Sorry Frank, I don't think it will be sold just now.
My wife and I had a good chat about, and she is for keeping it in storage and/or sending it out for completion and then storing it. Tonight I will start the search for some storage space. if it is drivable, a very close friend has offered to keep it with his collection provided he gets to light the candles every once in a while.
I really appreciate the assistance. Sorry Frank, I don't think it will be sold just now.
I've had friends/relatives that started on an overseas 3 year assignment that turned into 10 years (e.g an uncle at the US embassy in Tokyo)
