Marty Roth Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 (edited) I'm trying to decide if I should put one of our cars up for sale. I've given some thought to putting my 1934 Model 57 on the market. It was just awarded Senior Grand National at Moline. IL last month (First Junior at Stowe-2011; Senior at Bristol-2011; First Grand Nation at Shelbyville-2012). I just haven't really decided, but could really use the room in the garage (and some cash, too) for other projects. This strong-running Buick was our Tour / Driver for a dozen years, and was then carefully, and lovingly restored between August 2006 and May, 2011- turned out it was a never damaged, never rusted, never rotted great driver, and I'm the 3rd owner, having bought it in 1995 from the gentleman/collector/BCA Member who bought it in 1970. The problem is that I really like the car, and love driving it, but it is so much like our 1937 Buick Roadmaster 4-door convertible which is an HPOF-ORIGINAL.....Click on pictures to enlarge..(Spots in next-to-last photo are raindrops)<!-- google_ad_section_end --> <fieldset class="postcontent"><legend> Attached Thumbnails</legend> </fieldset> Edited August 8, 2013 by Marty Roth (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 If you need the money or lack dry storage then sell it. If not, then keep it and enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
37_Roadmaster_C Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 :DMarty,You can't sell the 34. If you sell the 34 the Roadmaster will get lonely and vapor lock just to teach you a lesson . Just kidding.... If you feel you need the space and/or the cash then follow your heart and make another Buick fan VERY HAPPY.RobinThen sell me your 37 so I can have a pair :cool:. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscheib Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Marty, It is surly a difficult decision to let such a fine car get away. It is rare to have the same award winning car also used for touring. However, I am sure a new owner will also find enjoyment. It is a lot to consider, almost like losing a good friend. I sure cannot help you with a decision. I hang on to every one I get. That is except for my old Volvo 544. Broke a break hose on with no dual master, so that decision was easy. Saved the car but scared me when I thought my teenagers would want to drive it soon. Good luck with the decision. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinkeys Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Wow ! its one of the best ive ever seen ! its almost same color as my 34 Dodge and they would look good side by side and yours is alot better ! and just like you I have no more room unless I let go of another car . yes hard descision ! only you can do it good luck !cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Its not really a hard decision. You have a 1934 Buick Model 57. If you sell it you will have money. If you didn't have either, which would be easier to get? I tend to keep what is hard to get.Bernie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Gelinas (XP-300) Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 I saw your Buick in Stowe, Vt. Awesome car. If it were me, I would keep both cars, regardless if they feel the same when driving.In my view the collecting of Antique Cars is the collecting of art and style. Both Buicks are different in that regard. Keep both cars, who knows what would happen to them in the hands of someone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shaw Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Marty,I will be glad to store it in my Buick barn and exercise it regularly for you... Then you can jump on a plane and enjoy all the car events here in the Northwest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 It will never be worth more unless you restore again in few years. There will be deterioration even with the best care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 I don't know. This car is VERY Nice!!! Lets see the comparison pictures of the 37. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLYER15015 Posted July 14, 2013 Share Posted July 14, 2013 Marty,I will be glad to store it in my Buick barn and exercise it regularly for you... Then you can jump on a plane and enjoy all the car events here in the Northwest.ME TOO, ME TOO, ME TOO, And I only live half the distance from La to Wa. Think what you'll save in air fare.Why I could even drop it off for you to drive for 3 weeks in March, when we go to Florida.Mike in Colorado Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted July 14, 2013 Share Posted July 14, 2013 Very nice...that's a decision I'd have trouble with too, I'm sure...my solution was to build a bigger shop building (and that's getting toward full although I can park more efficiently). It's a beautiful car that I'd enjoy, but with the wife's illness, my purchasing for the year is done...and possibly for next year too.Good luck coming to a decision, and if you do sell it, good luck finding a qualified buyer who will be a good steward of the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwight Romberger Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 If only we would get as excited selling as we get buying.Awesume car Marty with emphasis on the awe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted July 19, 2013 Author Share Posted July 19, 2013 It is hard to get excited about passing along a great car - again, the comparison with the '37 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted July 23, 2013 Author Share Posted July 23, 2013 I guess I could give some thought to leaving it in another area to use for touring, but it deserves to be exercised regularly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted August 8, 2013 Author Share Posted August 8, 2013 Thanks for all of the thoughts - I guess, now that she has her AACA Senior Grand National, I'm leaning toward putting her up for sale, but still haven't pulled the trigger. Any thoughts as far as value? I know I cannot get back anywhere near the estimated $65-70K I have in her. She is a fantastic driver, and has many, many extras, but I need to reduce the stable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kaycee Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Keep the '34 and the '37 and sell the BMW or a couple of the newer Cadillacs! You'll have more room and some of yor cash investment back and be happier in years to come. 'Better than a bunch of pictures and memories! kaycee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob duffer Posted December 22, 2014 Share Posted December 22, 2014 How much would you sell it for, if someone were interested? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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