Re: How to buy a Model A

Posted by Larry Jenkins on April 22, 1997 at 17:54:05

In Reply to: How to buy a Model A
posted by Anthony Ga; on April 22, 1997 at 08:59:40

: Within a mile of my house, there's a '31 Tudor sitting
: in the backyard of an older gentleman.The car is very
: rough and has been there for many years.I would be interested in taking the body off and possibly building
: a roadster pick-up at some time in the future.But, I
: asked the gentleman a few months ago if the car was for
: sale and he said probably not.My question to the pros
: is how does one reapproach him and how often to possibly
: get him to sell the car?How much should I offer him for
: a solid #6 car without insulting him.He seems to be very
: attached to this car.
Hi Tony..It is not uncommon for older people to keep old cars because of many sentimental reasons.Because they are very attached to their automobile, they feel that the car is worth more than the average price.I would do two things..
One, buy the latest copy of Hemmings Motor News at a bookstore or news stand, and compile a listing of unrestored 30-31 tudors and their asking prices.Then, based on the condition of the car, you will have a good idea on how much to offer him.But first..
Get him involved in the possible sale by stating that you would like to have him come and see how the restoration is coming at periodic intervals.Then promise him a ride in the car when you are done.Then talk about sale price.That way, he doesn't have to "let go" all at once.Good luck..

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