51 Dragon value?

[flackmaster]

I know nothing about Kaiser Dragons.  That said, I am trying to assist a friend in valuing a 51 dragon.  Sorry, no pictures.  Last tagged in 1990, sitting since.  Likely a very original car - maroon  "dragon" interior in very decent shape, exterior paint tired.  Chrome and trim maybe a little better than expected.  Mechanical completely unknown.  4 flat tires and the requisite layer of dust.  Dry California car, indoor stored.   Any idea what the market range might be?  Is there a market....?

Edited December 28, 2017 by flackmaster
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[alsancle]

2 door supercharged and not a rot box, not running,  5-7k, maybe a tad more.

 

4 door not supercharged,  1500-2500, not a rot box.

 

rot box - no value.

[nick8086]

A 51 sold for 700.00 in Nebraska  last year at a tag sale.. It was a 4k car.. but no members left in Nebraska ..

 

It was a running car  pic from a 2014 meet..

 

Yes it was a Dragon also..

Edited December 26, 2017 by nick8086 (see edit history)

[flackmaster]

Thank you, Gentlemen.  Sorry, no supercharger in sight!  Here are a couple poor photos...seems like a neat original car, nevertheless an orphan....

[PlymouthPE]

Love the "dragon" vinyl interior and overall the car seems to be solid and worthy of reinvigorating.

Scarce parts and not being a sought after marque likely would affect desirability but given what appears to be good bones someone may be keen.

 

Curious as to location and asking price.

[alsancle]

If that interior is actually as nice as it looks in the pictures and it is solid that will help quite a bit.   Based on the 2 pictures I think if you get anywhere from 3-5k you will be right in the ball park.  If the car is actually rotted, then think less.

[jimkf]

In 1951, the Dragon was a trim variant based on the Deluxe model. For 1953, the Dragon became its own model with options like power steering and fancier interiors.

 

1951 Dragons are under appreciated because of the more upscale 53 cars, however, a nice 51 Dragon can be a great car to own. The 1951 cars are simpler to maintain, parts are more plentiful and it's the first year for the new body style.

 

Looking at the pictures, the car appears to be an early model Dragon based on the bulge in the firewall. Early 51 Kaisers had the bulge added to use up leftover 49-50 Kaiser Motorola radios. Later cars don't have the bulge and the radio is the same as in the 52-55 Kaisers.

 

I'm part of the NADA Value Guide appraisal group and Kaiser and Frazer cars are my specialty. Based on the pictures, I think the earlier assessment of $3-5K is in line with a car of this condition. There is a following for these cars so it shouldn't be a problem finding a buyer in that price range.

[flackmaster]

Thank you for the thoughtful replies. Car is totally solid and clean underneath.  If I interpret right, clean it up, rolling on tires, make sure all parts are present and ask around 5K.  I'll propose that to the owner and see where it leads....

PlymouthPE - the car is in southern california, near riverside.  If you, or anyone is seriously interested, you are welcome to PM me.

[atlmsk]

I'm also looking at a 1951 Kaiser Model K51 with the script "Darrin" by the rear passenger light.  It does not have the fancy interior like the car above, but instead has a corduroy interior.  Is this still a Dragon or some other model?  There is no other script on the car to identify which model it is.