MikeC5 Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Here's something you don't see every day. I can't imagine paying $600 clams for them but I guess he can try....http://www.ebay.com/itm/Original-Pair-of-sidelights-for-1920-1925-Dodge-Brothers-in-retail-box-Rare-/221435608683?ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:US:1123 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete K. Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 I would think one could restore his existing cowl lights for a lot less. $175./pair would be more in line I think, since they are NOS or possibly NORS. I wish him luck, as I won't bash him for asking that price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Being in the resto business, with the amount of time to fix the cracks,dents,holes and rust, you would have more that 600 in to them and you still have the lens that looks funky. Chrome alone would be a couple of hundred at least. Then you have to buy or fix the electrical. After all that, I think 600 is a bargain if your doing a top notch resto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 I guess, in a free market, it all depends upon what side of the fence you are on. What I mean is that if it was you selling those lights you might want the best price you could get for them. On the other hand, if you are restoring a car and these are what you want, you can bet your bottom dollar there will be other guys in the same position and so what you end up paying will be entirely down to the market.Sometimes, of course, we do what we can to help other enthusiasts by not going down the path of market forces. I have done this all my life and have in turn been helped by other like minded people. This is an aspect of our hobby which I feel has a value rather than a price. These days, many people, usually not enthusiasts, tend to know the price of everything and the value of nothing. I think the prices that rare parts can fetch these days is making our hobby more and more like a business and I think that is a shame. Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeC5 Posted May 10, 2014 Author Share Posted May 10, 2014 I totally agree Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinist_Bill Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 I'm just glad you posted them Mike. Now I know what they started out looking like. The ones I have are rusted and bare or no wires coming from them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JACK M Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 I think the prices that rare parts can fetch these days is making our hobby more and more like a business and I think that is a shame. Ray.I am seeing several people on here that are making a business out of the hobby and I see them recommended quite often.So, shame on them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Looks like someone bought them for the $599 Buy Now price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cahartley Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 Thank heavens there ARE people who make a business of selling parts.I'd hate to have to find parts I need by knocking on doors....... :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted May 11, 2014 Share Posted May 11, 2014 (edited) I didn't say shame on anyone who has a business as a supplier of parts; or at least that is not what I meant to imply. Sorry if I have offended anyone - no shame in trying to make a living!The nature of our hobby has changed a lot over the years but for ME it has never been about making a profit. Nothing wrong with making a profit but I personally don't always want to mix business with pleasure.I also don't expect others necessarily to agree with me. As I say, no offence intended.Ray. Edited May 11, 2014 by R.White (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillOutThere Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Capitalism is still the best business concept the world has ever seen. Consider the alternatives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeC5 Posted May 12, 2014 Author Share Posted May 12, 2014 I wasn't meaning to bash capitalism either.. It is good that we have some reliable suppliers who specialize in these cars so we don't have to rely on epay for everything. Since I don't make a living selling DB parts I prefer to share spares, when possible, for no profit with like minded enthusiasts of DB. I've been lucky enough to have a few Brothers do the same for me with parts I couldn't easily find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 I wasn't meaning to bash capitalism either.. It is good that we have some reliable suppliers who specialize in these cars so we don't have to rely on epay for everything. Since I don't make a living selling DB parts I prefer to share spares, when possible, for no profit with like minded enthusiasts of DB. I've been lucky enough to have a few Brothers do the same for me with parts I couldn't easily find.That's just what I was trying to say, Mike. Thanks.Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Henry White Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 Higher prices increase availability. The seller obviousy has a firm grasp on the reality known as inflation. Back when those lights were around $4 each the fuel for the car was about 20 cents a gallon. I dont care to work for a dollar a day though. One word best describes it, SOLD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted May 12, 2014 Share Posted May 12, 2014 You are absolutely right to link availability with higher prices, Henry. Better things like this sell for whatever price the market will stand than sit on a garage shelf gathering dust for a few more years! The price must have been right because the darn things sold!Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machinist_Bill Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 You are absolutely right to link availability with higher prices, Henry. Better things like this sell for whatever price the market will stand than sit on a garage shelf gathering dust for a few more years! The price must have been right because the darn things sold!Ray.Well Ray you might see how high they go! They are being re - sold on EBAY starting at $899 with a "Buy it now" for $1200.Someone in Florida..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted May 13, 2014 Share Posted May 13, 2014 Florida?Now I wonder who that might be?............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeC5 Posted May 14, 2014 Author Share Posted May 14, 2014 On the bright side, perhaps this means the value of our cars has increased slightly.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Henry White Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 At $899 I would imagine they might be available forever. Or until his estate liquidates anyway. That seems to be a good bit now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 On the bright side, perhaps this means the value of our cars has increased slightly...."on the bright side".......side lights.......groan:oRay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeC5 Posted May 15, 2014 Author Share Posted May 15, 2014 Unintended pun... honest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 Unintended pun... honest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1936 D2 Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Well Ray you might see how high they go! They are being re - sold on EBAY starting at $899 with a "Buy it now" for $1200.Someone in Florida.....HA! "Takes money to make......" a corner on the market! So, is it politely time to start "bashing" now? I think those lights have effectively been "removed from the market" now and will sit on a (particular) dusty shelf with many other needed parts for a long time. :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.White Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Greed is a curious thing. It is so widespread but seldom satisfies anyone. If these parts are priced too high they will remain unsold and their value will not be realised. No one benefits.I think greed is getting in the way here but the guy can't see it. Ray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texacola Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 They never sold for 599 but simply relisted by the same seller for 899, guess 599 wasn't enough? Well the auction has ended with no buyer (surprise). Wonder what the new price will be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 What do these go to? Just found them today. Chrome facing different than the ones for sale on eBay.ThanksDave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Lawson Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 Look like Buick to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Here's something you don't see every day. I can't imagine paying $600 clams for them but I guess he can try....http://www.ebay.com/itm/Original-Pair-of-sidelights-for-1920-1925-Dodge-Brothers-in-retail-box-Rare-/221435608683?ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:US:1123How about the new price $800.............http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&vxp=mtr&item=221439469217#ht_330wt_1290 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 (edited) no..relisted at $800...........sorry I mean $900..............http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&vxp=mtr&item=221439469217#ht_330wt_1290 Edited June 6, 2014 by knobless info (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Same owner-2 different states. NY and FL. How do you do that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Same owner-2 different states. NY and FL. How do you do that?sounds like someone is playing games, although don;t know how you get 2 accounts, under one email address,,,, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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