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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
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Seems to be a fishing expedition.
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1968 Excalibur SS Roadster - $25,000
Ed Luddy replied to Leif in Calif's topic in "Not Mine" Automobiles For Sale
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! -
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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.
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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!
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Great day for a car ride in the country
Ed Luddy replied to Brass is Best's topic in General Discussion
Was thinking of taking this around the block or further, but lack of brake pedal pressure nixed that. -
69 Cougar R code $59,000, Middletown CT
Ed Luddy replied to Gearheadengineer's topic in "Not Mine" Automobiles For Sale
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! -
69 Cougar R code $59,000, Middletown CT
Ed Luddy replied to Gearheadengineer's topic in "Not Mine" Automobiles For Sale
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.