Adam, I agree on every point you made. Funny thing, pay attention and its common to see some guys complain when Buicks DON'T bring big bucks like Brand X cars. And then when a Buick DOES sell for a respectable amount or sets a record for the most paid for a Buick, there are complaints that Buick prices are too high. We can't have it both ways guys.
Actually, we haven't yet gotten proof that it's a real Stage 1 Vert. The Seller says he's had it for over 35 years and is sure it's genuine but, has no documentation. I spoke with Wayne Roberts earlier today and he can only check his microfilm files if $150 fee is submitted. I've asked the seller (through the dealer) if he will pay for the report and waiting to hear back. Seems to me that if $150 will make him many thousands more, he'd be willing to do it. Unless, of course, well you know.
The colors are great but the paint on this car is not in good condition. If someone is interested in purchasing, they better lay eyes on this one..
Aluminum spacers on the rear springs, spliced fuel and brake lines. Looks like some possible floorboard work. It does look like a BB trans crossmember. This car will need a real restoration not a scab job like it has been treated with.
Get the docs or get jerked..Can't believe it's been forsale forever and no stage1 proof shown.1st thing I ask when someone's selling a stage1 car...prove it
The Auction ended with highest bid below $30K and it's been relisted for $125,000 or "Make Offer". I don't see anything happening until the Seller obtains Sloan docs.
A car like this if its a real stage 1 should be having a complete frame off resto. From looking through the pics you will have a serious amount of dollars in it before done. What most people with one of these cars forget when they see one sell at 120-140.000 is that someone spent 100+K on a resto.
True with the current cost of labor and parts. So, if it takes 500 hours of labor (At least) plus parts to do a frame off restoration, there's your $100K right there. About the only way it can be done less costly is if the owner does all of the work including paint and body, interior and drivetrain himself. Then maybe, just maybe he can end up with a sub $100K restoration. But, as soon as that car goes on the market, he wants to get his time back in $$$.
