what is worth guys,292 engine,auto trans fordomatic,runs good and drives good no PS OR BRKAES,needs tires,brakes gone through and some more attention. Need some info on what you would put in the car that will give me a idea on what i am looking at.52,000 miles orginal miles on the car with the orginal owners manuel and inside is custom and already complete needs nothing inside perfect.Has a few little bubbles comming out on the paint but the paint is still shiny and good shape but its not the orginal color.Opinons please.
I am notoriously cheap...but having said that, I'd probably be willing to part with $20k maybe a little more.
In my opinion the main issues with the car are the two extra doors. 4 door cars do not command the price of other models in any condition. If I were selling the car I would be VERY happy to get $7500.
If your handy with tools and dont mind a fixer upper or something to hot rod in the future I'd be looking at something like this. I am partial to the Custom series though. It's even a heater, clock delete car.
https://neworleans.craigslist.org/cto/d/gretna-1957-ford-300-original/7160991318.html
Quote from: lalessi1 on 2020-07-17 11:29
In my opinion the main issues with the car are the two extra doors. 4 door cars do not command the price of other models in any condition. If I were selling the car I would be VERY happy to get $7500.
True...if it were a hot rod. But outside of different paint...appears from info provided to be a low mileage (extremely so) original car...so...more worthy of consideration. JMHO.
Quote from: lalessi1 on 2020-07-17 11:29
In my opinion the main issues with the car are the two extra doors. 4 door cars do not command the price of other models in any condition. If I were selling the car I would be VERY happy to get $7500.
X2, the "extra doors" kill the resale price, IMO.
Several little bubbles in the paint sounds like rust repair is not far off. That also means, at least, spot paint.
In my opinion, the car in good/fair condition would be worth about $12-18K. That being said it is worth only what someone is willing to pay. Some people prefer 4 doors but I believe the majority of buyers will be looking for 2 doors.
Pretty much what they said, but I'm confused as to whether you're buying or selling. Also, 2 or 4 dr depends on where you live. If your neighbor to some our New Zealand or Australia members, 4 doors is not a problem. Here 4 dr. value is substantially lower due to lack of popularity.
As years roll along, and old cars get more rare, four-doors will become more popular. They will never replace the two-door, but maybe because of necessity, more will get restored. Back in the day 1940s Ford humpbacks weren't popular, they are now.
I also think younger generations may not mind as much as I do.
Thanks here is a pic of the inside of the car,i can get it for around 8 grand.
Nice. Looks good. :003:
Another pic
Oh Hell! A Continental Kit! Yea...that makes up for the 4-doors for me. Nice!!! Car looks pretty nice!!!
Would you put 8 in the car?It is a very nice and clean car i havent found one this clean in a long time.Doors shut like brand new everthing is in line perfect doors,hood,trunk,etc,etc.orginal keys also.very little bondo if any in the car i checked with a magnet and hardly found any at all.wipers have been changed over to electric also and the heater motor and all work inside along with the left and right vents prake brake was not even stuck works perfect.He said it was his fathers car and he died about year and half ago and he would never sell it if he was alive,the car has been setting about year or maybe 2 is all it was still licensed for 2019!!!! :001:
Doubt you'd find another as nice for 8k.
I would indeed pay 8 for it. In a heartbeat.
Thanks
that is a very nice model, and imho- the 1957 4drs had very balanced design, especially the 'Club' Fairlane models with those neat stainless (or chrome) door glass frames. That sounds like a very reasonable price, even if you need to buy some mechanical parts ( fuel pump, battery, brake cyls aso asf) for TLC.
The white color looks great combined with the golden anodized side trim. As you are probably aware of, the interior (seat covers/door panels) is neither original nor the original design, but if you don't mind that, it looks clean and comfortable as is. If you decide that you like the car a lot you can still invest in new uholstery. There is a company (SMS) who sells complete sets of seat covers and door panels and headliners in the original design and material. They are somewhat expensive, but great , original looking, quality.
Coming back to the 4dr topic. I have come to like my 4dr wgn because of the shorter doors and better access to the rear seat. If you live in a city and parking space might be limited in your own garage or at the mall parking lot, the 4 drs make getting in and out much easier. also piling kids, friends or older family members in and out of the car. off topic, but going camping in my 57 4dr wgn, the rear doors make also better access to the sleeping area inside the car. So you get a lot of benifits in a 4dr, including the lower purchase price. Of course, the resale value might be lower than a comparable 2dr model.
That said, you should go get that sweet car and start driving it asap ! :001:
I agree, and in all sincerity, what CAN you buy today for $8K? Seems like a bargain to me.
Ya that what i was thinking,i could drive it for a long time and still get most of my money back for that price and it is a very clean car!
I would set the price at 12 if it as good as it appears
valves are chatting a bit but they dont get any louder or less nosier either about the same i figure they need adjusting should do it.
There is a similar car at Hemmings Auctions. That should give you a good value marker.
https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1957-ford-fairlane-1?utm_medium=Promoted%20Listing&utm_source=Classifieds&utm_campaign=1957-ford-fairlane-1?refer=saturday&utm_source=saturday&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2020-08-15
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