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Re: I found the 1975 Coach! [message #270045 is a reply to message #270038] |
Tue, 20 January 2015 07:01 |
kerry pinkerton
Messages: 2565 Registered: July 2012 Location: Harvest, Al
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Congratulations Sarah. There is lots of data on the selling price of inoperable coaches. At the very, VERY least you're going to need everything rubber. I.E. tires, brake hoses, gas lines, belts, probably fuel pump, batteries. If mice have gotten in, there could be knawed wiring and upholstery. Certainly not worth any more than he paid and I'd expect he would be THRILLED to get his money or some of his money back.
Definitely take Billy Massey (we call him Bdub) up on his offer of inspection. He can/will inject some reality into the negotiation.
Kerry Pinkerton - North Alabama
Had 5 over the years. Currently have a '06 Fleetwood Discovery 39L
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Re: I found the 1975 Coach! [message #270049 is a reply to message #270036] |
Tue, 20 January 2015 07:42 |
rcjordan
Messages: 1913 Registered: October 2012 Location: Elizabeth City, North Car...
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Congrats!
Print this thread:
http://gmc.mybirdfeeder.net/GMCforum/index.php?t=msg&goto=264559&rid=2865#msg_264559
I developed the national CL search to determine current fair market value of collector items. Works ...but be advised it's a huge reality check for most owners. And these are just asking prices, many never sell. FWIW, I think the median price for a stored, un-updated coach with a good chassis is around $3500 now. I see them occassionally as low as $1000.
That said, the nature of your hunt puts you in a tough negotiating spot but there was no other way to find it.
SOLD 77 Royale Coachmen Side Dry Bath
76 Birchaven Coachmen Side Wet Bath
76 Eleganza
Elizabeth City, NC
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Re: I found the 1975 Coach! [message #270071 is a reply to message #270036] |
Wed, 21 January 2015 03:54 |
Luvn737s
Messages: 1106 Registered: June 2007
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With something of this sentimental value, real market values go out the window. Just be cold and honest with yourself about your budget and ability to do the required repairs because nostalgia can leave a bitter aftertaste.
Randy
1973 26' Painted Desert
Ahwatukee (Phoenix) AZ
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Re: I found the 1975 Coach! [message #270080 is a reply to message #270073] |
Wed, 21 January 2015 14:57 |
Keith V
Messages: 2337 Registered: March 2008 Location: Mounds View,MN
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I would recommend you phrase the buy as you being willing to help him out since it has some sentimental value to you. Because with out the sentimental value you wouldn't be interested in a coach needing so much work.
Keith Vasilakes
Mounds View. MN
75 ex Royale GMC
ask me about MicroLevel
Cell, 763-732-3419
My427v8@hotmail.com
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Re: I found the 1975 Coach! [message #270162 is a reply to message #270080] |
Thu, 22 January 2015 18:12 |
chasingmychildhood
Messages: 10 Registered: January 2015 Location: Texas
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All very good advice from everyone. Billy was kind enough to go ahead and have a look at her. the gentleman who has it seems like an honest person who doesnt know whether its worth anything, and billy said he would not have paid more than 1000 for it, so thats what ill offer. Im gong up myself this weekend to see if the engine starts and to patch up the open roof vents
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