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what is it worth
I would like to know what a 72' malibu is worth.
It has a V-8 307, automatic 4-door, 55,000 original
miles with one owner.
It has a V-8 307, automatic 4-door, 55,000 original
miles with one owner.
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1 owner, 80K, auto, V8.
Excellent exterior, good interior.
If this is a convertible, the value doubles at least.
thanks for the information....
Your question has been answered in your previous post, but briefly, if it is really in outstanding condition, anywhere from $3,500 to $5,000. Deduct accordingly for dents, faded paint, rust, bad upholstery, etc. If it's more like a sturdy, good-running but a bit well-worn type car (a "driver" as we say), more like $1,500-$2,000. If it's not running, then under $1,000.
Hope this helps, and you may e-mail me (just click on the blue-highlighted name above this post) and I'll be glad to answer any of your questions.
Mr. Shiftright
I used to have the same car, so I know them. They were (are) fun to drive and a nice set of wheels for not much money. Practically nobody knows about them, or cares, so market value is low for lack of interest...probably $2,500 for a nice one.
You never know which body styles will look good to people in 20 years from now and which will look old and dated. The wedge shaped sports cars from the 80s are not looking so good these days, nor are American cars from the late 70s early 80s.
But the old fastback style, which is more rounded, seems to still appeal to the modern eye, since cars today are very curvaceous rather than wedgey or boxy. This is why, for instance, most people will look at a 1960 Volvo 544 and say "awwww, how cute" and then look at a 1980 Volvo and say "UGH"....(or, to be kinder, maybe "ho-hum").
At one time there was a publication called, "The Gold Book", from the Gold Book, Inc., 430 Tenth Ave. Atlanta GA 30318. It was a blue book for old cars. I would like to find their new address or a publication of a similar order.
Thank you.
Tab.
The only books I know of that currently exists that covers these older cars are:
Old Car Price Guide
and the
Ultimate Car Collector Price Guide
Personally, I find both these publications somewhat optimistic, and they are in fact called 'Wish Books' by many collectors, as in "I Wish I Could Get That Price for Mine!".
But they are valuable in giving you a rough ballpark estimate, and, to be fair, are sometimes quite accurate. The problem is that they are showing "show car" prices, that is, values for highly restored cars, and readers don't get that, and think their unrestored and funky cars are worth that.
There are some similar cars for sale currently in Hemmings Motor News
Figure a restored car would be worth around $10,000 or so, so deduct from there...if it's a little old and dusty but all complete and presentable inside and out and you could just get in and drive it around, I'd say $3,500 would be about right.
Thanks for the info
tab
What might it be worth, and how would you try to sell it to get top dollar?
lch
Best place to sell would be Hemmings Motor News.
In that above category would be VW bug and MGB.
The late 70s, early 80s had to be the low point in American car design and engineering, or at least as lamentable as 1937-1947.
Now, of course, we are in Renaissance, thank to the Japanese who woke the American car companies up, and to the computer, which made modern cars so versatile and reliable.
Thanks for any advice.
- Bill
If it's just a Javelin, probably $2,500-4,000.
If not running, cut all these prices in half.
If not in really good shape throughout, deduct accordingly for defects in cosmetics.
Bruce Davis
uclaesq@aol.com
Anyway, of course it all depends what you mean by "good condition". These big boat ragtops are getting more popular, since they are still cheap to buy relative to 50s and 60s ragtops and are reliable and easy to fix.
That being said, the car isn't a 442 so can't be in the big buck category as a late "muscle" car type.
Let's see---I'd guess anywhere from $5,000-7,500 for a very decent car with maybe a few little flaws, and upwards of $8,500++ for a real show stopper.
These are nice driving cars but aren't much collected because of similar styling among all GM lines, rather troublesome smog equipment and quality control issues. Still, it's a nice ride for not much money, but you should be careful not to put too much in it. Drive it, enjoy it and use it up would be my advice.
sale.
4 door sedan 6 cyl Stick shift 3 speed.
Fair condition.
Can you tell me how much it is worth?
A fairly clean daily driver would bring around $4,500 and a really sharp car around $6,500. These are more or less "real" prices at which the cars are likely to change hands.
thru internet at (about a dozen photos) a 1972 TR-6 with 102,000 m. New clutch/throw out bearing. No visible rust. Like new top. seats, rugs, dash looks good. States a "strong car". Worth $5,400?
Thanks- mike
BTW, I think it's great that Edmonds provides this forum, with Mr. Shiftright sharing his expertise. I know Edmunds does this to draw traffic, but still I appreciate the forum. And no banners.
About the car-it was running, fully loaded,my husband had completedly rebuilt the engine in 1993,put a terrific sound system in the car and had good tires and upgraded wheels. on the downside, the leather interior had a few tears on the passengers and drivers seat..thanks for your help!
Nonetheless, one could sell the rattiest early Mustang convertible for a decent price.
Figure $15,000 for local show winner quality, $17K+ for K code restored cars, and anywhere from $8K-12K for clean drivers, depending how the car is cosmetically and mechanically. I suppose around $10,000 asking is right for your car, but really I'd have to see it to know. A lot of Mustang value depends on eyeball appeal.
Probably an L74 Ram Air coupe that was really, really nice but not show or restored is looking like...um...just guessing here...around $12K-14K....usually you can find a very tasty 4-speed restored #2 car (local show winner)in the high teens. I have seen higher asking prices for over the top fanatical restorations but I assume we are not talking about an immaculate undriven car in a glass case here. Again, the 3-speed will hurt value, so if you get a strong offer, I'd consider not letting that buyer walk away. But of course check the Internet and Hemmings Motor News for comparable cars (same condition and equipment) before selling. I'm just giving you ballparks here.
Thanks