KLF Posted December 13, 2015 Share Posted December 13, 2015 (edited) This Reo 4 door Sport Sedan has an older restoration and is in very good running condition. It has dual side mounts with factory covers, wire wheels, accessory factory trunk rack with trunk, and tropic air accessory heater. It also has the optional chrome plated rad shell and grill. It came stock with a 6 cylinder engine, 3 speed syncromesh trans, and hydraulic brakes. The crankshaft is counter balanced from the factory. The Reo is very clean inside and very solid through out. This Reo was shipped to Barryman Reo Co. in Kansas City MO on August 25, 1932. Sometime in the 1970's it was given new paint, chrome and upholstery. It received very little use until the current owner purchased it locally in 2008. Since then it has had many little details fixed and corrected and has been used for car club and community events. It starts right up always and shows no sign of any engine issues. I expect the engine was rebuilt at the time the car was restored in the 70's. The oil pan was removed when we first got the car to check out the bottom end. All the bearings and the crank looked excellent. The Reo Club of America shows only a few of these models. Most of those don't have the very attractive wire wheels. The current mileage reads 55715. I have no way of knowing if this is the original mileage however from the condition of the car and the way it drives, I would expect that it is. The roof insert is excellent and doesn't leak any water in.The headliner is perfect and the 3 rear blinds are there. The paint is excellent for being 40 years old. There are a few little chips and nicks as would be expected but it still has a good shine and is very respectable. The right front fender edge has been scraped getting out of the garage and needs touching up. There is no metal damage. Over the years the starter button was changed to one from a fifties Ford and put in the dash. The windshield wipers work and signal lights have been installed for safety. The tires have lots of tread but show some age cracking. They've never let us down yet! The fuel gauge doesn't work and the speedometer needs a new cable. There's a slight leak at the pinion seal. A new seal goes with the car. The hydraulic brakes work well but are heavy to push. Upon inspection we discovered the woven linings have glazed over. They should be replaced. The handbrake shoe has been relined and works well. All the lights are in working order. I'm selling this car for my elderly Dad who has been a antique car restorer and collector since the 1960's. The Reo is located in Vancouver, BC Canada. We can arrange for shipping anywhere. $19000 US funds OBO Priced Reduced $17500 US funds Ken email brasstguy at gmail.com Edited December 20, 2015 by KLF (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trimacar Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 Can't say I'm crazy about the color, but that is one nice looking automobile...am sure you'll find a good home for it, not a car that shows up very often for sale... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Gregory Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 A very good detailed description . You are right about the colour not my favourite choice . It does look like a good complete car . At least if you are looking for a worn out part you know what you are looking for. Good luck on selling your car . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLF Posted December 16, 2015 Author Share Posted December 16, 2015 From the information we have on the car it appears that it came with the green body and green fenders from the factory. The build sheet for the car shows body color Spec #2730. This would indicate to me a custom (special) color was ordered. The fenders were ordered in Fenimore green and the wire wheels were Rutherford green. Judging by that I would make an educated guess that Spec#2730 was also probably green. How closely the green on the car matches the original is anybody's guess today. Also I would think the fender green and the body green were probably different shades not both the same as they are today. The original owner must have had a bit of money to be able to order a new car with all the options and a custom paint scheme!Just my speculation!Ken 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLF Posted December 18, 2015 Author Share Posted December 18, 2015 Here's a copy of the build sheet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 I think that it's an attractive green, but I, myself, would be anxious to change the wheel color. I think that we might be getting a little of the "John Deere" effect from the yellow wheels which cheapens the look of the handsome car. Perhaps a pale green that shares the same blue/yellow balance as the body color would be nice. Also, a nice color choice for this sort of green could be found in the deep orange/brown area. A deep sort of pumpkin orange, as long as it's not too bright, could be attractive, as well. Gorgeous car! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AlCapone Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 I think that it's an attractive green, but I, myself, would be anxious to change the wheel color. I think that we might be getting a little of the "John Deere" effect from the yellow wheels which cheapens the look of the handsome car. Perhaps a pale green that shares the same blue/yellow balance as the body color would be nice. Also, a nice color choice for this sort of green could be found in the deep orange/brown area. A deep sort of pumpkin orange, as long as it's not too bright, could be attractive, as well. Gorgeous car!uI agree with the JD comment. Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 (edited) My first thought at visiting this thread now, a day later, is that it's too Ford-like with the yellow wheels. A subtle burnt orange, or a shade of brown color similar to the color of a basketball could be quite classy looking, as well. Edited December 18, 2015 by Hudsy Wudsy (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLF Posted December 20, 2015 Author Share Posted December 20, 2015 Priced reduced.Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLF Posted December 27, 2015 Author Share Posted December 27, 2015 (edited) Offers considered.Ken Edited January 7, 2016 by KLF (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baycityjoe Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 I purchased this car from Mr. Findlay based upon the many photos and his extensive description. When I received the car I was astonished to find that it was in even better condition than the pictures show. Mr. Findlay even took it upon himself to repair the right front fender and eliminate the stone chips before he sent me the car! Mr. Wayne Linfoot hauled the car across the border and even stored it at his facility in order to make it more convenient for the US hauler to coordinate picking it up. The Thomas G. Sunday Company hauled it from Blaine, Washington to Rochester New York and even drove it into the garage for me! Charlene Mahoney and Fred Williams at Sunday made this process a worry-free adventure. This is the best antique vehicle I've ever owned, and all of the people involved deserve my thanks. If you're considering having a car moved, I highly recommend Wayne Linfoot and The Thomas G. Sunday Company. You may find cheaper haulers. You won't find better! If you ever deal with Mr. Ken Findlay you'll deal with a true gentleman of the old car hobby. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryB Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 What a great ending to the story! Congrats on your purchase. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLF Posted May 28, 2016 Author Share Posted May 28, 2016 Thanks Joe for the kind words. You also made the sale go well. We had 44 emails and a few phone calls from start to finish. That was great because we both knew exactly where we were at, in the whole transaction. The Reo's gone to a great home which was very important to my 90 year old Dad. I'm sure you will get the same enjoyment from the Reo that Dad got every time he looked at it, worked on it or drove it! Here's a few pics of the Reo leaving the west coast and heading to the east coast. Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trimacar Posted May 28, 2016 Share Posted May 28, 2016 Wow, glad it found a good home, and it looks even better out in the sun! Very handsome car..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Gregory Posted May 28, 2016 Share Posted May 28, 2016 Welcome to the world of Reo's . I own one and if you compare them to a Ford they are an over built quality car . The Reo meet is in July in Ohio you should try to get there . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted May 28, 2016 Share Posted May 28, 2016 That is a nice car. Looks like a baby Royale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baycityjoe Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 My interest in the 1932 Reo came from a desire to find a 1933 Chrysler Royal Eight like the one I owned in the '60's, shown with me and my girlfriend Mary. This year Mary and I will celebrate 50 years of marriage. The Reo is an almost perfect match for my quest. Besides, the Reo is in beautiful condition! I actually know where my original car is, but it would need a total restoration - beyond my abilities today. This summer the Reo will play a big part in our anniversary celebration, thanks to Ken and Lorne Findlay! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 That is really cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baycityjoe Posted August 5, 2020 Share Posted August 5, 2020 (edited) I currently have this car for sale in Rochester NY. Since this posting the REO now has 4 new Firestone tires, a new radiator, a new head gasket and rebuilt master and wheel cylinders and runs great. Since the original 2015 posting the car has probably been driven about 300 miles and has had great custodial care. It is a real head turner and gets lots of attention wherever it goes. It needs a speedometer cable and temperature gauge service. It can be yours for $18,900. Located in Rochester NY. Contact Joe Scanlon at 585 721 6559 or email jscanlon48@aol.com. Thank you for looking! Edited August 5, 2020 by baycityjoe (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Wetherbee Posted August 5, 2020 Share Posted August 5, 2020 It’s a great looking car and story, but the big question is how your anniversary went??? Was your wife in the know or was it a total surprise? Good luck with your sale, it’s an interesting car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted August 8, 2020 Share Posted August 8, 2020 I don't know why I didn't think to mention it at the time, but the pin stripe color can be a good indicator for wheel color. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikewest Posted August 10, 2020 Share Posted August 10, 2020 On 8/5/2020 at 10:33 AM, baycityjoe said: I currently have this car for sale in Rochester NY. Since this posting the REO now has 4 new Firestone tires, a new radiator, a new head gasket and rebuilt master and wheel cylinders and runs great. Since the original 2015 posting the car has probably been driven about 300 miles and has had great custodial care. It is a real head turner and gets lots of attention wherever it goes. It needs a speedometer cable and temperature gauge service. It can be yours for $18,900. Located in Rochester NY. Contact Joe Scanlon at 585 721 6559 or email jscanlon48@aol.com. Thank you for looking! Hi Joe, Are you related to GLEN SCANLON that restored a 1928 Ford sport coupe in the lake 1950s? My dad traded a unrestored roadster for his restored car. He had a cottage on the north end of Conesus Lake NY . Just curious. He was a great guy.... Mike West Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHuDWah Posted August 10, 2020 Share Posted August 10, 2020 (edited) The 1932 REO color schedule (https://www.autocolorlibrary.com/pages/1932-Reo.html#modal-close) shows Rutherford Green upper body and fenders, Fenimore Green lower body, and Brown Light stripe. Nothing on wheels in the color schedule but the build sheet posted above shows they were Rutherford Green. It also shows the fenders as Fenimore Green. From that, it appears the car originally may have been the reverse of the color schedule - that may be the meaning of "COLOR SPEC. #2730" on the build sheet. Here's a Fenimore Green chip (IM547) - link calls it Rutherford Green for REO but IM number matches Fenimore Green number on REO color schedule: https://paintref.com/cgi-bin/paintdetail.cgi?ppg=IM547 And here's Rutherford Green (IM580): https://paintref.com/cgi-bin/paintdetail.cgi?ppg=IM580 Color now on car appears to be Rutherford Green. Edited August 10, 2020 by CHuDWah Added color chip links (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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