cjlaw73

A coworker of mine's grandmother recently passed and left his family with 3 classic cars that they'd like to find a good home for and get an idea of what they are worth. I'd like to find him someone who can appraise the cars and/or give him an idea of what they are worth. The cars are:

Black 48 Nash sedan – 28,091 miles
Green 49 Buick Roadmaster – 55,099 convertible, all electric
Gray 39 Buick – 12,023, factory sunroof

Cars are located in South Jersey near Delran.

Some pics he sent me:








Thanks to anyone who can steer me in the right direction.

chaase

I can't help but those are some sweet vehicles! The roadmaster convertible is awesome.

cjlaw73

I said the same thing. They were his grandfathers pride and joy. Told me that another one that was sold several years ago is being used in Boardwalk Empire. Apparently the grandfather had turned down a couple of offers to have the cars in movies because he is that particular about them, so I have to imagine that while in his care they were well taken care of.

I told my coworker that he should really try to keep at least one if he can.

Ol'55

There are a few others, but here is one to get your friend started on. A classic car insurance writer has the resources you need also. Link-->http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/pricinginfo

zipity

Call Jason Merrill at America Collector's Insurance in Cherry Hill. Tell him I sent you and he may be able to direct you.

And where, near Delran? I grew up in Delran and would love to see these cars in person, only wish I had the money and the space.

Humanoid 2.0

I will start the bidding for the Buick at $100

Dave S

Haggerty Insurance or Hemmings may be able to give you some rough estimates or point you to a local appraiser.....check their websites.

Quick look at Hemmings listings:
'48 Nash 600 - asking $14,000
'49 Buick Roadmaster Convertible - asking $65,000
....both appear to have been restored & in running condition; couldn't find anything for the '39 Buick Super.
Keep in mind that there's a very wide range of values depending upon condition & degree of restoration required.

chaase

cjlaw73

Thanks Ed!

Thanks Jeff. I'll shoot you a PM. My coworker said the garage was broken into once so I don't want to get too specific on the location.

I'll raise you to $125. I wish I had the room for one as I would be tempted to try and turn one myself. Then I realized that I have just been watching too many shows like Fast n Loud, Counting Cars, etc. and really have very little skill to do it.

Thanks. I'll pass that on.

Chris@East Coast Supercharging

This I can attest to..

cjlaw73

No and why? I have monkeys like you to fix it.

Gordonm

I recently had to have my Vette appraised due to a divorce and me having to "buy out" my Vette from her. Teri Shaw came to my house and I'd a very good job for me. He was very fair. He took many pictures and went over the car in detail. After it was done he sent me a detailed appraisal of the car. His info is Automotive Legal service. Po box 626 Dresher Pa 19025. Phone is 215 659 4947.

cjlaw73

Gordon, very sorry to hear of the divorce. As long as you got to keep your awesome Vette thats a plus. Thanks for the info - I'll pass it on to my coworker.

Gordonm

Yes i still have the Vette and someday i will get it back roadworthy. Unfortunately the big D happened right in the middle of the LS swap. It is running but still needs some work. I am working on expanding the garage at my present location and installing my lift so i can finish the project and get back to "vetting" again.