Hi everyone.
Getting closer to making a decision on which fine C body I would like.
I am finding that I am drawn back to the fuselage styling.
I learned to drive on a Green'73 Newport sedan green vinyl top, and my brother drove a Silver '69 (Newport sedan).
I am looking for feedback on what price range most of you (all) would recommend on the 1969-71 coupe (Newport or 300)?
Sentimental about the cars, but I am not willing to cloud my judgement.
The condition of most of the cars I am looking at around here, run and drive okay, good overall body condition, but they are not roadworthy enough to pass insurance and government (DMV).
With about $1k of TLC, I can get a couple of the ones I've seen, to a point of enjoyment, and put back on the open road.
This is what I've observed from some of the "Forum posts".
Sedans that are in very good condition, that need little or no work, seem to have no interest from the general public.
Sellers want over $5000, but nobody wants to pay more than half that amount.
Convertibles that are available here, are in decent shape, but I don't value them as much, due to the short enjoyment season here. (Mid May- end of September).
I would like some idea on the worth of the convertibles.
So I've narrowed it down to the '69-71 coupes.
Attached are some candidates, and their prices in Canadian dollars.
To appreciate the values, consider this, your US dollar is worth more here.
For every $1000, multiple by .70 ($700 US = approximately $1000 CDN)
Some of you have seen these,
Please offer feedback on what you would pay.
View attachment 57676
1970 Chrysler 300 Needs engine rebuild, brake and body work.
Seller lowered price down to $3500 (from $6700).
I haven't counter offered yet.
View attachment 57677
Convertible was listed at $7800, but looks like it sold.
There is another one similar to this one, with nicer wheels, for $11500
View attachment 57678
This Olive green sedan has been listed for the past 3 months at $4900
It went to a collector car auction a few weeks ago, but he didn't get his price and has it back home.
I drove it. It runs pretty good.
A slight pull to the left, but otherwise decent.
Thoughts?
Getting closer to making a decision on which fine C body I would like.
I am finding that I am drawn back to the fuselage styling.
I learned to drive on a Green'73 Newport sedan green vinyl top, and my brother drove a Silver '69 (Newport sedan).
I am looking for feedback on what price range most of you (all) would recommend on the 1969-71 coupe (Newport or 300)?
Sentimental about the cars, but I am not willing to cloud my judgement.
The condition of most of the cars I am looking at around here, run and drive okay, good overall body condition, but they are not roadworthy enough to pass insurance and government (DMV).
With about $1k of TLC, I can get a couple of the ones I've seen, to a point of enjoyment, and put back on the open road.
This is what I've observed from some of the "Forum posts".
Sedans that are in very good condition, that need little or no work, seem to have no interest from the general public.
Sellers want over $5000, but nobody wants to pay more than half that amount.
Convertibles that are available here, are in decent shape, but I don't value them as much, due to the short enjoyment season here. (Mid May- end of September).
I would like some idea on the worth of the convertibles.
So I've narrowed it down to the '69-71 coupes.
Attached are some candidates, and their prices in Canadian dollars.
To appreciate the values, consider this, your US dollar is worth more here.
For every $1000, multiple by .70 ($700 US = approximately $1000 CDN)
Some of you have seen these,
Please offer feedback on what you would pay.
View attachment 57676
1970 Chrysler 300 Needs engine rebuild, brake and body work.
Seller lowered price down to $3500 (from $6700).
I haven't counter offered yet.
View attachment 57677
Convertible was listed at $7800, but looks like it sold.
There is another one similar to this one, with nicer wheels, for $11500
View attachment 57678
This Olive green sedan has been listed for the past 3 months at $4900
It went to a collector car auction a few weeks ago, but he didn't get his price and has it back home.
I drove it. It runs pretty good.
A slight pull to the left, but otherwise decent.
Thoughts?
