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It really depends on what you have and where you are at, if they are not as complete or desirable. I sold a 50 Ford, 48 Willey’s Jeepster and a 55 Chevy project. The Willeys went to someone on this forum and admittedly the sale was most likely a favor he did for me. One sold on eBay (55 Chevy) and the other in a local Facebook group (Hill Country Antique & Classic Cars & Parts, TX) (50 Ford).
I would create an eBay ad with a fair reserve and a lot of pictures (at least 30, the more the better) inside, outside, underneath, detailed pics of any parts that go with it and a very detailed description (Does it have rust, damage, what is missing, included?) Then post the eBay link here and on appropriate Facebook car groups and Marketplace. This saves so much time recreating the listing. There are lots of regional antique car FB groups and many national groups for various types of cars. Use the search bar to find the groups. (Words like 50 Ford, shoebox, Oregon antique cars, Portland classic cars, etc). Once you join several groups, it’s easy to share the listing to various groups once it’s on Facebook. Possibly attend local car shows with pictures and a flyer with detailed info to show guys with similar cars who may know someone or themselves want it.
Exposure is key. It may take a little longer and you may need to renew the eBay listing a few times or even pause them and relist a few weeks later, but I sold those three a couple years ago, each within a couple months. I also sold many other cars, of various stages of restoration the same way. Not to mention tractors, parts, trailers tools, etc. Which I didn’t list on eBay, but did sell with the help of Facebook Groups and Marketplace.
I highly suggest you throw up a list here of what you have. I was reluctant to do that initially, but these guys helped me sell many of my dads classics. They helped me gain an understanding of what each car was when I shared pictures and gave me a lot of good advice. Only a few guys seemed to have lowball opinions of value so I’d ignore any advice that the cars were not worth much without more detail from you, though. There are many guys here who will give you an honest assessment, just look at the advice as a whole and not any one person’s opinion.
Properly marketed and by researching similar sold listings, you can find a fair price for about any decent project.
best of luck!
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58 minutes ago, intimeold said:
But my first thought was: is this guy for real?
Based on the way he wrote the post and the fact that this is his first post, I imagined a teen trying to settle a bet with his buddy. 😆
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5 hours ago, Laughing Coyote said:
Here is a nice one out in the SW. $6000
https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/d/tucson-1963-cheverolet-corvair/7305949793.html
That’s an early and looks very different then a ‘67, but I agree that it’s worth it to look around. There are some great deals on nice Corvairs.
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My list:
1) ’58 Corvette Stingray Convertible like my dad owed and I drove to parades. Metallic blue with white coves and a blue interior. Still not over dad selling it when I turned 18 because he was offered “an obscene amount of money” for it. 😆 I liked it better than his ‘63 SWC. My all time favorite car.
2) ‘70 Boss Bronco. Really regret selling and wish I’d have known what it was. Dad probably knew but he didn’t indicate on his insurance that he knew the current value. Then again with his AZ, he hadn’t adjusted those values in years. Tried to keep it in the family by selling to my son, but soon after he had to sell it. Was heartbroken when I later found out what it was and realized my dream of some day owing it again was crushed. It has an excellent home with a prominent collector now. He said I’m welcome to visit it and go for a ride anytime. 👍
3) ‘65 MB Pagode. Saw it in a movie a few years ago. 😍
4) 1930 Model A 5 window. Grew to love dad’s blue with black fenders car.
5) ‘71 LT1 T top Corvette, red. Another of dad’s cars.
6) ‘24 Model T Roadster PU. You guessed it, one dad had.
7) ‘61 Corvair Rampside. Would be afraid to drive it but it was cool.
😎First Gen Dodge Challenger Hemi would be cool.
9) ‘804WD GMC High Sierra PU. Drove one in High School.
10) ‘63 SWC Stingray.Feel very fortunate to own dad’s ‘57 Retractable and ‘63 Monza Spyder Convertible. Luckily I don’t have the money or garage space for more.
Really neat thread and find it interesting to read other’s lists.
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Depending on where you are located, my experience has been that often Corvair Club members know the cars in their area. It’s worth it to contact the local club. Check the lists on the site I mentioned above.
P.S. Your wife has good taste!
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You will find a wealth of information at www.corvair.org or one of the many local Facebook sites.
You may also want to connect with your local Corvair group, which you can find on the website above. Where are you located?
Parts are readily available from several vendors including Clark’s (corvair.com), or California Corvair. Personally I have an early model ‘63 Spyder Convertible that belonged to my dad and I am in the process of having a friend help me get back on the road.
Also you can typically get a decent, running Corvair for that price.
Good luck and keep us posted if you buy the car!
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2 hours ago, JACK M said:
I have to many cars and don't want to burden the family.
But the ad had gone missing from the HAMB site.
I guess I cant do anything right.
Thanks for being considerate of your family. 🙂
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2 hours ago, JACK M said:
How many years ago was that?
When I moved the car. 2017 or 2018 I believe. The install didn’t go well. He’s a farm boy with some car skills, so that might be why?
I’ll see how hard it is to get the part and come see you to check it out. Thank you!
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Update on the Spyder:
My buddy Tim gave the Spyder a bath and vacuum for me and brought it home until I get parts and he has time to work on it more, probably in the fall.
He found a black, tar like substance in the fuel line, so we will replace the fuel tank, lines, filter & pump (pump is already installed). Also going to get vac line, turbo rebuild kit and check on a rebuilt carb for it. It needs a battery also now that we know it has spark and compression. He used an extra battery to test it.
I’m going to work on detailing inside and out in the meantime. It already looks better than I thought it would. Not a trailer queen by a long shot, but will be a fun 4 speed to drive when it’s done!
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10 hours ago, JACK M said:
I don't remember the last time that you had this problem.
I can take a look at the accelerator pump any time you want to stop by.
That last running issue you had was the condenser. The one I put in there was from NAPA.
I checked points gap at the same time but did not put a dwell meter on it.
I am pretty sure that what you describe will turn out to be the accelerator pump.
As Ed says, it might just fix itself with some use.
These old cars always have some issue or other and are not usually difficult to fix, Although I am not to sure if I am the right carburetor guy.
Thanks Jack. I’ll try running her and see if that helps. I know the accelerator pump was replaced in Texas. Justin did it.
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Thanks everyone. I want to clarify when I say it’s “choking”, what I really mean is “stumbling” or “hesitating”when I accelerate.
I’ll have to find a shop to check some of these things for me. I appreciate all the info!
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5 minutes ago, John348 said:
Is it stumbling upon acceleration? I have had a lot of problems over the years with the accelerator pump in the carburetor after sitting for the winter
Yes. It’s okay if I barely accelerate, but if I put any lead into it at all, it stumbles.
11 minutes ago, John348 said:Is it stumbling upon acceleration? I have had a lot of problems over the years with the accelerator pump in the carburetor after sitting for the winter
Now that I think about this, I remember replacing the accelerator pump in Texas. Then Jack worked on it when I had some similar issues, but not sure what he did. Now it has the same symptoms again. Always in the spring after sitting.
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@JACK M, I can’t remember if it did this last time I got gas in Carlton? Do you remember the fix last time?
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12 minutes ago, carbking said:
Fuel older than 6 weeks old???
Jon
Yes I filled it with non ethanol probably a couple months ago. Correction, Nov 30th.
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I took the 57 Skyliner out today for a drive. She ran fine until I tried to accelerate more than just a little. If I gave her too much gas, she started choking. She hasn’t been run much over the winter, mostly just started in the garage with a couple short drives.
Any ideas what to check, or maybe she just needs to be driven more to clear out the carb?
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On 4/13/2021 at 4:33 PM, padgett said:
One post, no response, typical.
Well at least it’s not like me. After I asked this question, i asked a million more and you couldn’t get rid of me. 🤣
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9 hours ago, Frank DuVal said:
Ah Ha! the Spyder! Otherwise you would have said carbs.😁
I recommend Steve Goodman in Colorado for rebuilding that YH. Rear Engine Specialists.
Yes, get a fuel pump also. And the rubber T and hoses on the tank, since you are putting in a new tank. Lots of discussion on who sells the best T. Lots of the reproduced ones seem to last just a year. As this question on corvaircenter.com/phorum .
The filter is special also.... you will need to know if there is a return line connected to the filter. If no return line, then no T at the tank vent either. But, I thought all 63s had the return line. Just quickly look at the filter. Two or three connections?
Thanks Frank, yes, the Spyder. I did already buy a fuel pump. I think I’m going to have to sideline this project for a bit. In the meantime I will work on getting correct parts. I appreciate all the info from you and the rest of the guys also.
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16 hours ago, TAKerry said:
How hard is it to get a new fuel tank for that car? I would replace that and the lines as well.
It’s a Corvair. We plan to get a new tank, fuel lines, sender and probably a carb.
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Every time I moved a car I told the insurance company the address of where it was. Ask the insurance company and get it in writing.
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5 minutes ago, AL1630 said:
My Rambler's fuel system was full of that goo when I got it. It had been sitting for about 20 years. I think it just comes from the gas completely breaking down, and heat probably helps it along. It was a huge pain to clean out, I had the tank boiled out, got a new fuel pump and sending unit, and flushed out the lines using a small electric pump and some fresh gas. No fuel delivery issues and it's been a couple years. Sure is sticky and smells bad!
Thank you! My friend said he couldn’t even blow air in the fuel line.
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Has anyone ever found a black, tar like substance in the fuel line? This car has been stored 30+ years in a hot summer climate. (Central Texas).
Could an additive do this? Plan to replace gas tank, sender and fuel lines as well as the carb most likely as next steps.
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IMHO, Crankshaft is way better than Hemmings these days. I grew up with Hemmings and frequently read it as a child, but it’s just not what it used to be.
OTOH, Crankshaft may not have car ads (don’t we all look online now anyway?), but it has beautiful page stock and photos along with several articles about all kinds of cars that are sure to peak almost anyone’s interest. Also of note is that the advertising is kept to a minimum. It’s truly a classy publication and I encourage everyone here to subscribe.
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21 minutes ago, 8E45E said:
I'll take your word for it.
Honestly, I was surprised myself. I have a standard 2 car in my 1995 home. I tried it the first time because I didn’t want it to get stuck and not be able to get it back in my garage.
Turns out I’ve had very little issues with the top aside from one time when I had to manually close it. Jack did some adjustments a couple years ago and it’s been good since. The folks at the Skyliner Club say that they are more reliable then most think. I do want to have the mechanics for the top gone through and a few things replaced soon though. It appears it’s been a while. It’s been in the family since ‘91 and had a minor restoration that I believed pre-dates that.
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12 hours ago, 8E45E said:
As can the Miata and Ferrari be raised and lowered in a garage.
Craig
I can raise and lower my Skyliner top in my standard size garage also. 👍
On 4/10/2021 at 6:42 AM, 8E45E said:If I remember reading somewhere, (Motor Trend, 'In Retrospect'?), it stated factory luggage set for the Skyliner remained a prototype with only one set being made.
I wonder if someone did see the actual blueprints and had a set made for their Skyliner.
Craig
I’m pretty sure it was easily ordered back in the day. There was a manufacturer making repos until a few years ago. I should have bought some when I had the chance.
Suggestions on how to sell project/parts cars.
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Also @f.f.jones, you have a lot of good advice here. Share some pictures and we can better advise if these are truly projects worth time and effort or parts cars worth a few hundred dollars. One person’s project is another person’s parts car.
The ones I sold had most of the required parts, new paint and/or interiors that needed to be installed. Someone was actually working on them and they just needed to be finished.