Guest DAVESWF Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 (edited) This REATTA is Bright Red with a Tan top and Tan interior. It is in excellent condition, has always been garaged, and has only 13K miles. This car comes with Original owners manual/binder with ALL components, as well as Original window price sticker.Year:1990Coupe: ___ Conv:_X___Mileage:_13,XXX Considered Correct? (Y/N) YLocation:_Southeast WIVIN: 1G4EC33CXLB904138Title: Clear_X__ Salvage____ Other___Any Accident History? (Y/N) NAsking Price: $ 19,500; or make an offerWilling to take trade (Y/N) NExterior Color: REDInterior Color: TANPaint Original? (Y/N) YPaint Condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentBelt & Bumper Molding Color: (Black/Body Color) BlackBody Dents: (Y/N) NIf Y where__________________Body Rust: (Y/N) NIf Y where__________________Windshield Chipped or Cracked? (Y/N) NIf Y to what extent?Vent Glass Intact? (Y/N) YIf N please describe which one is damaged and how damaged.Rubber surround molding for windshield condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) Excellent(Coupe only) Rubber surround molding for rear window condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor)Out Side Mirrors Intact? (Y/N) YHeadlight Motors Function Correctly? (Y/N) YTail Light Lens: (Clear/Cloudy/Cracked) Clear(Convertable only)Convertable Top Material: (Vinyl or Cloth) ClothConvertable Top Color? TanConvertable Top Condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentPlease describe any flaws or problems with the convertible top.Interior Original? (Y/N) Y16 Way Seats? (Y/N) NWorks (Y/N)Suede bolsters? (88 only) (Y/N)Seat Condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentDrivers interior door panel condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentPassengers interior door panel condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentCenter console top armrest condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentDoor weather stripping condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentHeadliner Condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) N/ACarpet Condition? (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentOriginal Floor Mats: (Y/N) YFloor Mat Condition: (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentCondition of Steering Wheel Leather: (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentSun Roof? (Y/N) N/AWorks? (Y/N)Functional Keyless Entry? (Y/N) YBoth Remotes? (Y/N) YProblems with Electronic Dash items? (Y/N) NIf Y describe problems:Power Windows Work Correctly? (Y/N Y)Power Seats Work Correctly? (Y/N) YPower Door Locks Work Correctly? (Y/N) YPower Antenna Work Correctly? (Y/N) YOriginal Sound System? (Y/N) YFactory CD Player? (90-91 only) (Y/N) NSound System Fully Functional? (Y/N) N If N what are the problems (i.e. tape player, CD, speakers, noise): Tape player does not workAftermarket Sound System Equipment? (Y/N) NIf Y describe:A/C Functional? (Y/N) YIf N describe problem:Has the A/C been converted from R12 to R134A? (Y/N) YDoes the suspension require any attention? (Y/N) NIf Y describe what is neededTire Brand:Uniroyal/Tiger Paws 6 years old, 4000 milesRemaining Tread: 95%Are All Tires Matched? (Y/N) YFactory Wheels? (Y/N) YIf N describe the non stock wheelFactory Wheel Center Caps Condition: (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentMissing Caps? (_0___) numberAny Brake Components Replaced? (Y/N) NIf Y describe the part(s) replaced and when?Last Time Brake System Was Flushed? 3 yearsOriginal Engine? (Y/N) YIf N when replaced and how many miles on replacement?Original Engine Rebuilt? (Y/N) NIf Y when and how many miles ago?Does Engine require attention? (Y/N) NIf Y what needs to be done.When was last tune up? 3 yearsDoes the engine, cooling system, power steering, or brake system leak any fluids? (Y/N) NIf Y describe in detail what is leaking, to what extent.How often do you change the oil? 2X /year Original Transmission? (Y/N) Y If N when replaced and how many miles on replacement?Original Transmission Rebuilt? (Y/N) NIf Y when and how many miles ago?Does Transmission require attention? (Y/N) NIf Y what needs to be done?When was last Transmission Service? 3 YearsAny Transmission Leaks? (Y/N) NIf Y to what extent?Have CV joints been replaced? (Y/N) NIf Y when and how many miles ago?I have (all/most/some/no) receipts for this vehicle's service history. Most(or, for example I have all receipts for service for the last 7 years and 5,000 miles)Does the car have the owners manual portfolio? YFor 90/91 Reattas only, does the owners manual portfolio contain:Craftsmen?s Log (Y/N)YTire gauge (Y/N) YFlashlight (Y/N) YBuick Road Atlas (Y/N) YIn General, What items need attention? Nothing that I know of.My Reatta Drives: (Excellent/Good/Fair/Poor) ExcellentI am the 2nd owner of this Reatta.I have owned this Reatta for 7 Years and 4 Months.Contact Me at 262-843-4207 or email me [email="davidkoos@hotmail.com"This is a FLORIDA car, which has always been garaged. I brought this car to WI 2 years ago when we gave up on ‘snow-birding’ and returned to WI on a full-time basis, due to health reasons. As much as I would like to keep this car, I am no longer physically able to take care of it myself, and I have no place to keep it (3 cars do not fit in a 2-car garage), which means I leave one of my other cars outside in the summer and the Reatta in the garage; and when winter comes , I “borrow” garage space from one of my relatives or friends who go south for the winter.See the area below (with photos) to view: 1-a copy of the APPRAISAL from 2005, when I purchased this car 2-a copy of an unsolicited earlier 'Post' made by a 'Senior Member' regarding this car (click on the document (s) to enlarge)More photos will be provided on request. Edited May 15, 2013 by DAVESWF correcting errors on entry (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DAVESWF Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 (edited) Willing to negotiate price-need to sell now. Edited June 26, 2014 by DAVESWF (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Dave, Did you get my reply to the private message you sent to me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted July 11, 2013 Share Posted July 11, 2013 Dave, I got your response this morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DAVESWF Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 BUMP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DAVESWF Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 Remember-If you are at all interested,it doesn't cost anything to ask a question, or to make an offer.Give me a call, or send me an email. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Lovely car but the price makes mine feel like I stole it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DAVESWF Posted November 19, 2014 Share Posted November 19, 2014 PRICE REDUCED !Now $17,500. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bushwack Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 ebay is a better option for marketing. The fellow that appraised the car, I don't see any evidence of market evaluation. I have not been monitoring the very low mileage Reatta convertible market. What other marketing have you done for the car other then this forum and what have the results been?eBay is the best barometer on the car's value (whether we like it or not).If history is any indication, a Reatta's value will remain steady or drop until spring, then bump up about 5%. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Possibly, but some of the best examples never reach eBay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bushwack Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Possibly, but some of the best examples never reach eBay....and either doesn't sell or takes a very, very long time to get an offer. Like real estate, if not priced correctly the product can develop a 'stink' that is hard to come off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bushwack Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Mecum wont do much with the car (and it is not Mecum's fault). There is such little demand for a Reatta that any push for the car to get recognition will have to come from within (hint hint - RDiv). Someone who once frequented the board preached that once that magical 25 year mark came, these cars would pop in value like tight jeans on Kim Kardasian. Well...still waiting (for the former - couldn't care about the latter). I hope the seller gets as much as he can for the car but as previously implied, a reasonable price adjustment may be needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Corvanti Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Someone who once frequented the board preached that once that magical 25 year mark came, these cars would pop in value.if you're talkin' about me, i still think the value will go up - IF - as i have said in the past, Reatta owners will take their vehicles to "Multi-Make Car Shows" and show other folks what cool cars they are. not just going to Buick and/or Reatta events to "preach to the choir".a nice driver or as you would probably call it: a "parts car", will interest some of the younger ones just entering the "Classic Car" market with not a lot of $$$ to spend. still have 90 & 91's to hit the 25 year mark. supply (not that many) & rising demand...i'm now dropping my microphone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bushwack Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 if you're talkin' about me,.....No. I said it was someone who once frequented the forum. For better or worse, you still participate. ...and I disagree with you. It will have to be a repeated media blitz (or at the very least social media) to bring attention to the car. To compare, for years I showed the Reatta and Allante. People who come up to the Reatta often say 'I didn't know Buick made these cars'. Then ask a couple polite questions and move on.When I had my Allante, most people remembered when the car was released/produced, some remembered seeing the car in the showroom or in print media and were more engaging in conversation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Corvanti Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 For better or worse, you still participate. ..and I disagree with you. It will have to be a repeated media blitz (or at the very least social media) to bring attention to the car. To compare, for years I showed the Reatta and Allante. People who come up to the Reatta often say 'I didn't know Buick made these cars'. Then ask a couple polite questions and move on. When I had my Allante, most people remembered when the car was released/produced, some remembered seeing the car in the showroom or in print media and were more engaging in conversation.Edwin: we will have to agree to disagree on some points. was it a multi-make show? i do concur that the Allante got much more exposure. heck, even J.R. Ewing drove one when "Dallas" was a top rated show - or was that you driving?i'm done on this thread before someone (never been me, yet) gets disciplinary action from a "Mod"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 There have been a few articles and books over the years that have listed the Reatta as a future collectible, I don't think it's going to be overnight. I also don't think every Reatta on the road will be collectable, early on it will be the pristine show cars or ultra low mileage ones, 88's and convertibles first and the 91 Verts & 90 Select 60's will be the halo cars. I have had some major showy show cars over the years and it still amazes me how much attention the Reatta will bring in comparison. Even if it's someone asking what it is, and then the response is "I didn't know Buick built those" - it still draws attention and that is part of the equation to being collectable - a car that stands out. I would also like to have the 88 Select 60 back in my stabile. I don't think anyone here thinks they are going to ever be as collectible or valuable as lets say a same condition GN, but the Reatta will have it's day again. I am not sure why some of the naysayers on the forum even own a Reatta if they think so little of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 ... There is such little demand for a Reatta that any push for the car to get recognition will have to come from within (hint hint - RDiv)... I agree the RDiv should do what they can but when you say "come from within" this forum has to be included in that. As members of this Reatta forum we probably have more influence, as a group, on how the general public perceives the Buick Reatta than the RDiv does. Your Reatta Rally has certainly helped generate interest in the Reatta. I hope ROJ has as well, but when it comes right down to it this forum is where most people end up when they are thinking about getting a Reatta or have just purchased one. What they find here has a big impact on how they feel about owning a Reatta. This forum can make them happy they purchased their Reatta or it can be the beginning of buyers remorse if they don't feel welcomed here. This forum is the best tool we Reatta owners have for promoting the Buick Reatta. We should use it to get the word out about what a great car the Buick Reatta is. This forum has been virtually dead lately compared to what it use to be and it's not very friendly when it comes to welcoming new members like it once was. Everyone seems to be playing "the quiet game" and I don't understand why. I believe that as interest in this forum goes down interest in the Buick Reatta will go down with it. If that happens we have no one to blame but ourselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Corvanti Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 nice post, Ronnie!!!:cool:Keith, there is a difference between a "Collectible" - a Trailer Queen or things usually seen in a Barrett-Jackson auction, etc. than a Classic.there are others that just love "antique/classic cars" as a hobby to fix up and enjoy. kudos to the ones that can afford the bucks for higher priced cars. more to ones that want to bring a "old car" to fix to their home and preserve a bit of history! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVES89 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Well said Ronnie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 nice post, Ronnie!!!:cool:Keith, there is a difference between a "Collectible" - a Trailer Queen or things usually seen in a Barrett-Jackson auction, etc. than a Classic.there are others that just love "antique/classic cars" as a hobby to fix up and enjoy. kudos to the ones that can afford the bucks for higher priced cars. more to ones that want to bring a "old car" to fix to their home and preserve a bit of history!Having been in the hobby 35 years I am more than aware of various differences in the hobby. I have had many different levels of cars over the years from nice drivers to national winning show cars. What I don't get is someone having a car and constantly posting negative thoughts on them, perhaps these people need to buy and work on a car they like and have respect for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 That exact thing happened with the Centurion site, used to be very active and now there is rarely a post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DAVESWF Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 Sold !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bushwack Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 Sold !!It took a while but a sale is a sale. Congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DAVESWF Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 THANKS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DAVESWF Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 Hi Keith,Did you receive the response I sent you ?dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Yes, Thanks Dave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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