AACA Museum Cars for Sale

Don't have the links handy but search for 1951 Packard and 1936 Oldsmobile on eBay and you will see two cars that the AACA Museum has put up for sale. Both cars seem to be good runners but need some care but one of you. Ok...no comments from Rick or Doug about the Olds...yes, I have bid already although not sure I need this car! <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> 10 day auction, don't lose out!

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1951 Packard On Ebay

1936 Oldsmobile On Ebay

Of course you know you opened the door by saying No Comments to Dodge Boy and I? Seriously, I hope you end up winning the bid, as I'm sure we could squeeze it in your barn somehow? <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> You know, when I get old, I wouldn't mind having a Oldsmobile myself! <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Look in the mirror Buick boy! <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

If I get the part time job that was offered the other day I might be able to afford a Olds. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" />

It would be interesting to compair the end of eBay auction price with the former owners write off value. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

Ah, stay away from the Shoo Fly pie, Baklava, and other assorted goodies Dodge boy and you could! <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> As far as the part time job, that has been rescinded based upon reccomendations from your friends! former friends? <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

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"It would be interesting to compair the end of eBay auction price with the former owners write off value."

This is an interesting thought. You would not want to do this now as it could skew the results, but it would be fun to compare notes on what people may think these vehicles should have gone for after the auction. I don't recall the Olds, but having seen the Packard I have a figure in my head on it. Of course it is the winning bidder's opinion that matters. In terms of the write off value, length of time the cars were held, changing market, region, etc. are all factors. Uncle Sam takes plenty anyway..

Hopefully the AACA does well on both vehicles. A big advantage AACA should have with Ebay is trust. I don't think I am alone - I shy away from some of the purchases - I just prefer to see something up front unless I am really comfortable with the seller. AACA carries a reputation that may bring out some bidders.

New member (well back after many years..) and new poster - hope I do this right.

Steve and Bob,

There are new IRS regulations that now effect these type of donations and significantly over-inflating the donation value is much more difficult. Neither of these cars were mint and the families donating them did so to support the museum. AACA is very fortunate to get support from a vast spectrum of our members that come in all different forms from their wills, donations of cars & literature, etc. These items go a long way in helping us prosper. eBay has been the choice of the club, library and museum lately has it gives access to everyone and makes the opportunities for purchase an open process.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ah, stay away from the Shoo Fly pie, Baklava, and other assorted goodies Dodge boy and you could! <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> </div></div> I'll stick to the Dependable Dodges, only the rich and famous can afford Buicks. And the last person I knew that owned an Olds on purpose was my GRANDfather or was it my GREAT GRANDfather? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">friends! former friends? <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> </div></div> What would that be?

Don't get me wrong - I think ebay makes all the sense in the world for this - glad to see AACA is not going through one of the big auction houses - everyone has a shot with ebay and it has to be a cheaper overall transaction. My point is the museum has the added advantage of people being less likely to be concerned about an honest description - a good thing. A lot of folks are scared of unkown sellers, although the rating system does seem to help. Anyway, love it or hate it, most who are PC literate check out ebay even if they do not bid.

I only wish I had one more space, would really love a pre-war Packard but this one is a Packard and it seems like a good entry level car that can be enjoyed without tearing your hair out too badly...

I'm glad to see that the Museum is starting to cull the collection a little and

I think Ebay is a great way to do it.

I am disappointed that with all the picture taking at car shows that nobody at the

Museum could take a good Ebay picture. All very dark and hard for the buyer who does

not wish to travel the Hershey to see the details. A good light might improve the

quality of the pictures and also the sale price.

I look forward to more cars in the future with better pictures.

A great Museum need s a great photographer.

I will pass this on Paul. Yes, great pictures are a real help. I think these pictures were a bit hampered due to the cars being inside in a special display at the museum. It is in the lower level and I think they would have had to add some extra lighting to make these work better. I have not had great luck in shooting digitals at that location myself.

And the winner is???

The Packard was a no sale and the Olds sold for $16,505 I believe. The winner was not "moi" nor is it anyone that I recognize at this point. Whoever, he or she is, they got a very nice car.