Re: Need expert advice

Posted by Paul Koncak on August 30, 1997 at 11:57:56

In Reply to: Need expert advice
posted by Steve Watrous on August 29, 1997 at 20:38:51

: I've run across an oportunity to by some 1930 Model A pickup
: body parts.I need some idea from those of you with more experince as to what these parts might be worth as the seller and I are quite aways apart in our negotiations pricewise.
: I've enclosed below the owner's description of the parts.
:1930 Model A Pickup parts.
: Cab with doors and all glass.Windshield and door glass is not
: original.Cab is in average shape.
: Truck was a street rod back in
: 1971-73.The original frame broke and truck was dismantled.
: Cab had some rust but has now been filled.Firewall has been cut and is
: now aluminum diamond plate.Roof of cab has been filled in with
: fiberglass.
: Doors are nice, had some rust on bottom
: lip, but have been fixed.
: Hood is perfect as well as the radiator & stainless shroud.
: Front fenders are in average shape.Passenger side fender has had the
: spare tire cup filled.
: Headlight assembly is there and decent.
: Other misc parts such as emergency brake lever, etc.
: Have no box, rear fenders, frame or drivetrain.
: I'm hoping that several of you veterans (Model A Fool, etc) will venture an opinion as to the value of these parts.
: Thanks in advance
: Steve watrous
Steve,
This is a tough question.However, I suppose one could assume that they can all be "fixed".It becomes a question of economics or how much work you want to put into it.If you do the work yourself that's one thing.If you have to pay to have it done....completely different.Another factor (and perhaps the more serious) is; will you be satisfied with the results?Don't rush into it.There are swap meets and other parts sources which may have "just the right one"Have fun!
Paul

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