30-04-2019, 07:37 PM
My advice is in line with Nick.
Have a look at a number of cars, learn the parts they should have on them. Check the condition. ( not just how shinny the paint is).
Ask all the questions, has it got a pheonix crank? When was the engine, gearbox, axles restored. Is there any proof to back it up.
An original number is nice. But many people would rather a nice car, than an original number.
The more parts that are wrong, or need work. Then the cheaper the car should be.
FOR INSTANCE, An RP SALOON should have a riste horn. An item worth £100 to £150. if it's been replaced with a standard horn £30.00 then knock the difference of the value of the car.
I'm not sure if it's just the dealers that are over priced? I find a lot of cars being sold are just priced at the top of what most people would estimate them. Then the seller waites to see how much he has to drop to get rid.
The best condition cars tend to sell quick though, so you have to be prepared to travel at a seconds notice. Or you are only left being offered the scrap.
Tony.
Have a look at a number of cars, learn the parts they should have on them. Check the condition. ( not just how shinny the paint is).
Ask all the questions, has it got a pheonix crank? When was the engine, gearbox, axles restored. Is there any proof to back it up.
An original number is nice. But many people would rather a nice car, than an original number.
The more parts that are wrong, or need work. Then the cheaper the car should be.
FOR INSTANCE, An RP SALOON should have a riste horn. An item worth £100 to £150. if it's been replaced with a standard horn £30.00 then knock the difference of the value of the car.
I'm not sure if it's just the dealers that are over priced? I find a lot of cars being sold are just priced at the top of what most people would estimate them. Then the seller waites to see how much he has to drop to get rid.
The best condition cars tend to sell quick though, so you have to be prepared to travel at a seconds notice. Or you are only left being offered the scrap.
Tony.