victorialynn2

Yes but it's early in the process and no way to assess value with what I know at this point about the cars. I really need a resource to find a mechanic to get started. I guess it's worth an opinion. He has a good collection of American made cars. Likes to keep them original. His pride and joy is his 57 retractable. Also very nice shape a 1930 Model A Coupe, 24 Model T Roadster, 61 Corvair PU, 48 Willeys, 70 Bronco and some others.

I am starting to think there is a business opportunity for someone to give fair and honest guidance for people in this position.

Ouch. I understand.

Nick 8086: That is sad to hear. Must have been heart breaking.

I have all the records for the cars. Dad is meticulous. Some back to original titles and parts that have been bought for each. I'm not sure it would be safe to post what he has here. I'm quite familiar with the downfalls of posting too much personal info on the net. (I teach tech classes about that.) However, I do appreciate the advice you all are giving me.

Advice on how to find an appraiser would also be appreciated. Thank you.

Thank you for your response. I grew up with Hemming's and I am very familiar with ebay, NADA and other sites/publications. I have no idea how to determine the actual condition of these cars on my own. I suspect I need a reliable old car mechanic to go through them. I'm sure they haven't been run for at least 2 years. Is there a resource to find a good mechanic? Also, I was thinking of having them appraised, if for no other reason but to update insurance values. Sadly, my father can not help. I am considering an auction, but there is much to do first to get the cars fixed up and ready. Any recommendations for a site auction vs. bringing them to Mecum or another auction? I am in real estate so I am confident I can manage this once I know what condition the cars are in and get them prepared for sale. I appreciate the help!

At the risk of being laughed off this forum, here goes... My father has several antique cars, as well as lots of parts and tools. He is no longer able to work on them so I need to sell them. I am not mechanically inclined, and I am not in a rush. I also understand that people will try to take advantage of this situation if I'm not very careful. Any advice on where to start?