Originally Posted by RCCAZ 1
(Post 12288132)
The main takeaway from this sale is that most of us should consider calling our Classic Car insurance companies next week to raise our stated values. |
Originally Posted by eslai
(Post 12288096)
This is really killin' me, guys. I stopped doing anything to mine because it's like, well, now every time I touch the car I'm ruining its value. I'm conflicted.
its what the next gen of buyers grew up with and the drivers that will appreciate it... you may lose some value but gained it in enjoyment.... |
Originally Posted by amp
(Post 12288394)
mod away... the market for cars modded well will be higher down the road if not already...
its what he next gen of buyers grew up with and the drivers that will appreciate it... you may lose some value but gained it in enjoyment.... I hope so :egrin: It would be nice to break the cycle of losing >50% of the value of every mod I bolt on......... |
Originally Posted by amp
(Post 12288394)
mod away... the market for cars modded well will be higher down the road if not already...
its what the next gen of buyers grew up with and the drivers that will appreciate it... you may lose some value but gained it in enjoyment....
Originally Posted by FEED AFFLUX v5
(Post 12288442)
I hope so :egrin:
It would be nice to break the cycle of losing >50% of the value of every mod I bolt on......... I feel the right buyer would pay over 50k for Gordon's 3 rotor and as we know a bone stock FD just sold for 49k plus 5 percent so call it 51,500. No doubt that sale just set a whole knew bench mark on FD values but I do expect other cars with similar mileage etc... to sell for 50k or more going forward :D If Rich's single turbo car had PS and AC he may get 50k plus etc.... Just really depends upon the car and how the car is modded, who did the work, how it's driven etc..... Personally I'd buy Pete's car for 40k no questions. On low mileage cars (say sub 30k miles) I'd say you'd be better off leaving it bone stock or it would be hard to get more and potentially you'd get less. Any bolt on mod can be easily reversed but if I know about it and I'm the buyer I'm paying less for a car that's been returned to stock. Most of a time an experienced FD owner or a car guy in general can see the evidence of engine tampering even if it's just a dent in a nut or screw. |
It's deja vu all over again!
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1993-mazda-rx-7-36/ Not completely stock, but some reasonable mods - otherwise a virtual twin of the 9,000 mile example that sold last week! |
Originally Posted by Fritz Flynn
(Post 12288487)
I feel the right buyer would pay over 50k for Gordon's 3 rotor and as we know a bone stock FD just sold for 49k plus 5 percent so call it 51,500. No doubt that sale just set a whole knew bench mark on FD values but I do expect other cars with similar mileage etc... to sell for 50k or more going forward :D
But, it's true that modified cars are going to benefit from the rising prices for stock cars, because it focuses poeple attention on the car. There are many types of buyers out there. Some are collectors of perfect low mile examples and others may just want to have the driving experience and a very nice car. Actually, a more sophisticated buyer in many ways, because they will have to and be able to judge the condition of the car and the quality of the modifications. |
Originally Posted by gmonsen
(Post 12288508)
Nice to know, Fritz. Then, I'd only lose how much money?
But, it's true that modified cars are going to benefit from the rising prices for stock cars, because it focuses poeple attention on the car. There are many types of buyers out there. Some are collectors of perfect low mile examples and others may just want to have the driving experience and a very nice car. Actually, a more sophisticated buyer in many ways, because they will have to and be able to judge the condition of the car and the quality of the modifications. |
Originally Posted by Fritz Flynn
(Post 12288526)
YEP and one thing that will never EVER change and that's the fact that if you mod your car you will not get back the time and cost of those mods. Best case would be 50 cents on the dollar but it's typically 25 cents if the mods are quality/tasteful etc.....
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That BAT 93 VR FD with light mods will give us a definitive answer to the mods question. I'm guessing that it will sell pretty close to 45K, and that is only because of slightly higher miles than the 49K one that was 100% stock.
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Originally Posted by cloud9
(Post 12288393)
Would you just be providing them proof of this recent sale in the market to justify the increase in stated value?
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Originally Posted by adam c
(Post 12288553)
That BAT 93 VR FD with light mods will give us a definitive answer to the mods question. I'm guessing that it will sell pretty close to 45K, and that is only because of slightly higher miles than the 49K one that was 100% stock.
I like that it's no reserve. |
We have a "gentlemen's" bet Fritz. If I win I will be the new "FD value" guru :):)
Originally Posted by Fritz Flynn
(Post 12288691)
I predict 38250 :)
I like that it's no reserve. |
Originally Posted by adam c
(Post 12288804)
We have a "gentlemen's" bet Fritz. If I win I will be the new "FD value" guru :):)
Anyone else want to throw out a number. I'll paypal the winner (closest selling price over or under doesn't matter) 20 bucks but if I win the willing participants paypal me 5 each :D |
Originally Posted by Fritz Flynn
(Post 12288893)
LOL.....i believe the mods and mileage could hurt this one but at this point who knows. The market is too wild to make heads or tails of but I for one am having fun watching the FD values rocket higher.
Anyone else want to throw out a number. I'll paypal the winner (closest selling price over or under doesn't matter) 20 bucks but if I win the willing participants paypal me 5 each :D |
Originally Posted by djseven
(Post 12288911)
I'm in. I say $36k on this one but I missed by nearly $12k on the last one so who knows. Its still perplexed the tan interior car which I believe was the cleanest example struggled to crack $30k. We all know tan is less desired but I wouldn't have imagined it could have made a $10k difference like it appears it did.
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Originally Posted by Fritz Flynn
(Post 12288925)
I also expect prices to go higher and higher, up to 75k and possibly beyond over the next several years. We may see these same cars selling for 5 to 10k more in 2 years.
Who is paying these rediculous prices? I swear, collectors are ruining things for enhusiests. I remember when you could get a superbird for less than $20k or an LS6 Chevelle (or equivalant) for less than $10k. It will make tracking my FD even more stressful |
Originally Posted by TomU
(Post 12288932)
WHAT ???
Who is paying these rediculous prices? I swear, collectors are ruining things for enhusiests. I remember when you could get a superbird for less than $20k or an LS6 Chevelle (or equivalant) for less than $10k. It will make tracking my FD even more stressful |
im in...
27,777.77 |
I actually like Fritz' number, but I'll get in at $40,000. I'm an optimist.
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Originally Posted by gmonsen
(Post 12289120)
I actually like Fritz' number, but I'll get in at $40,000. I'm an optimist.
Will be interesting to see how this one does for sure. I do love the fact that he compression tested it and it's no reserve, my kind of seller or he has some balls :D The market is trippy though so this thing could easily go for 40k plus. After all a brand new engine is 4250. Just one more cool thing about this great car. It's economical despite all the silly rumors about it not being reliable etc....etc.... from people getting 3rd hand info from those listening outside in the hallway that leads to the actual locker room discussion of car guys who may or may not own a 3rd gen LOL |
You guys should use price is right rules. The one that comes closer to the actual price without going over, wins. :D
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Montego is the only person that ever admitted to watching price is right :):)
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Originally Posted by Montego
(Post 12289153)
You guys should use price is right rules. The one that comes closer to the actual price without going over, wins. :D
I do like the idea. Are we doing this for every FD/FC/FB posted on BAT? |
Originally Posted by adam c
(Post 12289156)
Montego is the only person that ever admitted to watching price is right :):)
Originally Posted by FourtyOunce
(Post 12289164)
gambling is not allowed as per forum rules :) LoL
I do like the idea. Are we doing this for every FD/FC/FB posted on BAT? |
Originally Posted by Montego
(Post 12289153)
You guys should use price is right rules. The one that comes closer to the actual price without going over, wins. :D
Originally Posted by adam c
(Post 12289156)
Montego is the only person that ever admitted to watching price is right :):)
Originally Posted by FourtyOunce
(Post 12289164)
gambling is not allowed as per forum rules :) LoL
I do like the idea. Are we doing this for every FD/FC/FB posted on BAT? What's your selling # on this one? |
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