Ed Luddy

Same as me. I've owned 2 Cyclones, one a 69 428 CJ , the other a really beat rusty 67 parts car. 1970 Torino Cobra 429 SCJ and a lot of other Ford's but I've always liked these 427 Bicsuits. RCMP used them (mostly 4 door). There was a 1969 BelAir on my street in the early 70's that was a 427 4 speed 2 dr. post. I had a 307 Impala 1968 and it was a dog. So load that Cyclone up and bring it to Ontario, drop off in London and drag that Biscuit back home. LOL!!!

Yes they really did build them this way. Nice car, over priced? Maybe.

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I agree. They were a cool car back in the day. When sleepers were in fashion. But now not so much. The cost of building one will far outstrip the value. Not a great handling or braking car even when new.

The only thing of value I guess is the tags and paperwork!

2 other parts cars, but not much pickings on them

Really just 3 scrap cars, but with the GM Vintage Vehicle documents proving provenance it may be worth it to someone who wants to build a true "Sleeper" Not mine nor am I interested. Just posting for entertainment value! https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/413158234678400/?ref=category_feed&referral_code=undefined&referral_story_type=listing&tracking={"qid"%3A"-2186466210918290012"%2C"mf_story_key"%3A"25071373239177950"%2C"commerce_rank_obj"%3A"{\"target_id\"%3A25071373239177950%2C\"target_type\"%3A0%2C\"primary_position\"%3A47%2C\"ranking_signature\"%3A1219308683226049095%2C\"commerce_channel\"%3A504%2C\"value\"%3A0.00011311062246106%2C\"candidate_retrieval_source_map\"%3A{\"25071373239177950\"%3A111}}"%2C"ftmd_400706"%3A"111112l"}&__tn__=!%3AD

Seems to be a fishing expedition.

Sharp looking Square!

Nice enough car. Priced out of my zone. I know of at least 3 1957 Ford Fairlane convertibles for around $40k, so a bit less than 1/2 of asking price for the Chevy. I much prefer the Ford, then Plymouth, Chevy in 3rd place of the Low Priced 3 for 57.

The Excalibur's were a cool car back in the day. I was outbid on a 1974 Excalibur with a 454 many years ago. I was smitten because of the Corvette chassis and powertrain. It was previously owned by a big $$$ celebrity sports figure which didn't matter to me. That's why I didn't keep bidding. Don't care about who owned it, more so how they took care of it. In this case too much money probably hurt the condition. Still would like to drive one!

Anyway you look at it that's a lot of car for very little money! I like it.

As per the ad "Clear coat is pealing but the original paint is still perfect". Makes this a 1 of 1 1972 Ford LTD as they were single stage paint from the factory. This is a very very rare car!!! Or simply B.S. You decide. Also the lovely side trim ala' Pep Boys or Walmart is likely the "original'.

Seller is on a fishing trip thats all. I don't know how you do a "frame off" restoration on a unibody car.

Not mine, but belongs to a recently deceased friend's estate. This had been a project for over 20 years by a real mechanic/restorer. The chassis has been completely restored. The engine and transmission rebuilt with some break in hours. All parts are there minus the rear bumper, it may show up. The interior has all the seat frames and new upholstery that needs to be stitched and fitted. It has been inside a heated shop for at least 20 yrs. Runs smooth. Needs to be completed. Bargain priced at $12,500 Canadian dollars. That's $9250 US dollar. Can be seen on hoist by serious buyer. Contact me here via message and I'll put you in touch with the owners people.

Lot's of interesting comments on here. As I don't normally dabble in Pre-War cars I generally stay out of these conversations. But a friend recently passed away with some vehicles left to be finished and I'm trying to help get a reasonable price for his widow on his long term restoration 1935 REO Royale. The chassis is all restored properly. Engine and transmission rebuilt and running. Body is all there including all trim minus rear bumper. Interior has to be finished. Seat frames are good and all new correct upholstery is included but not put together. She has decided to just sell it instead of trying to find someone to finish it. I think its at least yard drivable. So, my question is where to list it, and price? I'll probably start a thread on here. Thanks in advance for any input!

I'd much rather have the Studebaker coupe than a Model A. I'd sell the Fiat 850 and put the money into the 53 Champ if it were my decision.

Was thinking of taking this around the block or further, but lack of brake pedal pressure nixed that.

Yes it likely did have the staggered shocks. But they needed a lot more than that to keep from wanting to go sideways at anything above 2,000 RPM! My friend had a 69 Mach 1 428 4 speed, another friend had the 428 automatic Cougar, and a guy I knew in high school had a Shelby Mustang KR 500 428. I had a 70 Torino Cobra 429 SCJ automatic Ram Air Drag Pack and later a 69 Cyclone 428 CJ automatic. With stock wheels and tires all of them would melt the rubber and go sideways at each shift almost halfway down the 1/4 mile drag strip. How anybody survived driving them is a miracle!

Yes the 260 engine option got the fender badges similar to the 289 ones.

This is one of my favourite Muscle/Pony cars. A 428 CJ 4 speed Mustang or Cougar were scary to try and hang onto. Once they finally hooked up the torque pinned you solidly into the Comfort Weave buckets and when you shifted it was a real scary time trying to keep them from going completely sideways. The automatics were faster because Ford tuned the trannies well and you could keep both hands on the wheel to counter steer while the tires were set on fire. Best bang for the buck in the early 70's by far.

If you pulled the bumpers in tight to the body and got rid of the rear mudflaps it would look much better. But I still like it the way it sits.

It's an Oldsmobile.