B Jake Moran

I am the ultimate procrastinator. 20-30 years ago I would have purchased it. Now I pause. For one thing, it's a nasty 5 1/2 hours one way from Johnston, Iowa to that town. I went to trade school for automotive in 1996-1998 west of there in Linn, Missouri. They had some fun junkyards around there we would play hokey on Friday afternoons and go check out. But no easy way there. My search was focused more on 1970's Camaros and Firebirds especially after that seller backed out. Will there be rust to scrap off and cover in POR15 or whatever? Yes. Full pan replacement is unlikely and probably does render this a parts car, but I believe there are catalogs supporting the Ford XL's in the 60's and 70's, which is pretty much what this is.

Why would an "Imperial" be a 298 cid 8? Seems to me it should be 323 or so? I am not expert on this era. I'd want to know a lot more, like what C19 means in the Mopar nomenclature of series. I had a C9 Airflow for 1936. I believe 1937 Airflows were C10's.

Trust me, this is common. I look at facebook marketplace sometimes 4-5 hours a day.

Marketplace - 1926 Buick business coupe | Facebook Now down to $10,000 asking with probably an $8,000, or lower, serious buyer getting the car. I personally admire the colors on this car. Like a Cream yellow, not a bad shade, and dark fenders.

Why is it a parts car, and what good would it do to part it out? A person would have to be restoring a 69-70 X-100 to need the parts. As some know - I am actively looking for a project to do with a young man. My 1981 Z28 purchase feel through when the seller backed out and decided to keep it. I can tell the crowd here that at least for what I am saving, a LOT of these cars are finding new buyers, new homes. And I doubt they are all buying for parts. Since very very few people are doing restorations. Restomods are a different story. Less than a week ago I spotted a no title 1979 T Top Trans Am located in a field in Nebraska, for asking $4200. I saved it on marketplace and it went in 7 hours, full price. Not true for all cars and trucks, but projects with some value don't last long. This is a complete - looks like the Kelsey Hayes wheels are on there - high value full size muscle car. Most of the black interior appears OK, clean, refoam the seats. Pedals look good, body is straight. I'll bet you it sells before the weekend is over.

From Wikipedia (not verified) - To offer a higher-performance version of the Marauder, Mercury introduced the Marauder X-100. While nearly all features of the X-100 were cosmetic, the Marauder X-100 offered a choice of twin comfort lounge seats, bench seat, or bucket seats with a floor console housing a U-shaped automatic transmission shift handle. The X-100 also featured Kelsey-Hayes road wheels along with rear fender skirts,[1] and was listed at US$4,074 ($32,511 in 2022 dollars [4]) selling 9,031 examples.[3]

Marketplace - 1970 Mercury Marauder · X100 429 | Facebook Real deal 1970 Marauder X100 with a 429-4. Title in hand. Car was parked because it overheated, assuming it needs a head gasket. Ignition is also worn out. Still cranks over by the solenoid. Was hit in the rear at some point. Other then that the car is in good shape, minimal rust, no other body damage, solid interior, and is 100% complete. One of 2646 X100s. Can definitely be put back on the road, would make a very cool cruiser. Can get more pics upon request and can help load it on your trailer

To me, that red has to go. It looks like Cranberry Red, an almost cartoonish color. I'm not against a dark red, or darker red, especially with that Highlander plaid inside, but this red is too bright.

To refresh for those not familiar - Windsor is always a 6 cylinder car through 1954 (at least). 1949 was a changeover year - 100%. Chrysler used up the old bodies from 1946-1948, calling them 1949. Then changed to the even boxier but "new" 1949 body style. Think about the 1955 Chevrolet Advanced Design pickups. They were the same as 1947-1953s until halfway through 1955, then became the new for 1955 Chevy Truck, can't remember their slogan but completely different.

Not likely. Roy would say "none of your business." Joe should never have been allowed to write another article, and likely got paid under the table by Roy to even run such a yarn! What bothers me is that that magazine was considered a legitimate old car hobby collector magazine at the time. It was one of the 1st magazines I purchased in 1978 when I got into the hobby. It was my introduction to some excellent writers like Richard Langworth and others from that generation. If I recall, they had a few articles on re-bodies of the classic era cars and were "honest" about that. There were some famous rebodi-ers back in the 70's and 80's that were household names but have since passed away. One guy was in Chicago area if I remember and was famous for restoring Duesenbergs. I'm just not sure how this farce got past the editors. Now, looking in Hemmings Classic Cars, Muscle Machines, and so on, photos of the restoration, documentation etc are considered a requirement. I am "OK" with the appearance except that trunk work, which is overkill. But let's face it, it is a converted 2 door hardtop. The story about the "original" car is completely fabricated. No photos, no documents of the rusty hulk. And then the article clearly states deviations from the rusty hulk, but neglects to mention the source of the Sportsman badging. If anyone finds these 2 scammers, it would be great!

Price is negotiable.

Wait. How could a magazine like Car Collector and all those shows fall for such a scam? The author of the article must have been paid to go along with the lie, because he said he remembered seeing the car at a Baltimore dealership. The article has no photos of the original car, no photos of the restoration process. As noted, no documentation. That author should have never been allowed to write another article- ever.

Yes, same VIN. Per the Marti report.

I would offer on the one if it was closer but Washington to Iowa adds $1500 in transport.

Thanks John, I was not sure if the 368 was a one year motor or not. It is my understanding, which don't go to the bank on, that this engine family started as a 472, perhaps the 1967 429 but I am not sure, either way - 472-500-425-368 all the same block and a well engineered one. I have owned this as a 472 and a 500.

As others have noted, that aftermarket grille is hideous and actually commonly seen on 70’s and 80’s Cadillacs. How is it affixed? Makes a difference in whether the original grille area is ok. As John and others likely know, these were not “Chevrolet Novas on Steroids” as so many believe. They were the most expensive Cadillac when debuted in 1976-1979. I always thought these would make good 2nd through 4th cars for those who collect more than one car. 350 V8 through 1979, sourced from Oldsmobile. Not sure about 1980. 1981 was 368 cid V8, the last of the era Cadillac V8s. (1968 to 1981).

Guys I appreciate that this isn’t a perfect car but it is a neat project car. Priced accordingly probably with more room to go down. Needs $10,000 to $15,000 body work. I’m not painting it pale yellow. I hate that color as much as white. I’d get a 77 Lincoln color chart and go dark.

Sold. Price sells cars. It wasn’t perfect but likely sold for less than asking - maybe $6500. This dealer doesn’t want old cars, that’s not their focus.

When I click on one here in central Iowa, the Facebook algorithms think I want more. My search parameters are usually either 250 or 500 miles - so I get Missouri, MN, Illinois. They sold a lot of Lincolns in the 70’s. I know that. 60s was still moderate in sales. 80’s they came back down, but with Iacocca’s Mark, a rising tide of popularity lifted all of Lincoln’s boats. I hate to say it but I love 70’s Lincoln’s.

A color I like that most do not. 90,000 miles is “a lot” even though it does not seem like a lot. Price may reflect that.

Marketplace - 1972 Lincoln Continental | Facebook Driven 36,000 miles Automatic transmission Exterior color: Gold · Interior color: Brown 2 owners This vehicle is paid off Clean title This vehicle has no significant damage or problems. Seller's Description Car has always been garage kept, in excellent shape inside and out. 36,000 original miles, everything is factory. Asking $11,500 obo

Thankfully, there has been - at least for me - some market correction on these big 1970's Lincolns, which is a favorite of mine. I am not sure if it is still for sale by another (kind of shady) used car dealer here in Des Moines, Iowa but there was a silver 1976 Mark IV and they had it for sale for at least 3 years at $15,000 or so.

Marketplace - 1972 Lincoln Lincoln Continental Mark VII · LSC Sedan 2D | Facebook Driven 80,371 miles Automatic transmission Exterior color: Green · Interior color: Green Fuel type: Gasoline This vehicle is paid off Clean title This vehicle has no significant damage or problems. Seller's Description 1972 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL MARK IV WITH LEATHER INTERIOR, POWER LOCKS AND WINDOWS, AM/FM, CRUISE, FRESH DETAIL AND READY TO GO!

It is sold, just do not know when, or for how much - but sold.