sftamx1 Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 A valuation of a 1909 Maxwell is needed to help settle an estate. None of my price guides list these cars. Is there any source of an accepted price guide for these cars? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 Photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 I would bet any price guides that might list these are going to be about useless as not many probably change hands so I would bet members here could give you a better idea of a real sale price for one. I will say they are out of my wheel house though I do find myself gravitating to older original cars as I mature. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomcarnut Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 I have a 1909 Maxwell model A. Look at a the HCCA for sale site as several 2cyl 1909-1912 have been sold or are for sale over the last year. My gut feel is number 3 condition running car would be around $20,000 plus or minus a few thousand. I have seen number one condition cars go for over $30,000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_S_in_Penna Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 Since you're valuing it for an estate, you likely need something in writing, even though our opinions here might be very useful. I checked one comprehensive price guide that I use, and it does not include Maxwells. You may need to get an appraisal done by a competent appraiser, and people here may be able to point you in the right direction. Where is the car located? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercer09 Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 yes, depends on the model. If it is one of the smaller models, looking at approx 25-30k tops. Larger engine and a 4 cylinder, the price goes up.......... to the 35-45k range all depends on model and condition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
46 woodie Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 Is it restored to concours condition or is it a pile of rusty parts? As John mentions, documentation will be needed for all legal, estate matters. You don't post where you live, but there are people that can give you an estimate acceptable in the courts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sftamx1 Posted August 19, 2019 Author Share Posted August 19, 2019 Older restoration to a #2 condition, 2cylinder LD. Maxwell is in upstate NY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 Wondering how "older" it is? There has been a big shift in the differences between the quality of restorations over the years. Forget the #2 condition evaluation, that determination is best left to the buyer or appraiser, although that's sometimes just a guestimate depending on the appraiser. Terms like "museum quality" are also not much use as a lot of such cars were only cosmetically restored. How much has it been used since being restored? Posting some photos here would be very helpful. There have been enough Maxwells sold there should be some fairly accurate guesses available here, and there are certainly some antique car lovers in your area that could provide a bit more from an in-person inspection but let's start with the photos so we can steer you in the right direction. Here is a YouTube vid of one that was offered for sale. It looks like a nice (older) restoration that was pretty well done. Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercer09 Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 as I stated- 25-30k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akstraw Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 I am interested in acquiring a car like this. For that reason, I will withhold comment on value. If/when you or the heirs get beyond valuation and are serious about selling, please let me know. Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted August 19, 2019 Share Posted August 19, 2019 5 hours ago, sftamx1 said: Maxwell is in upstate NY. A guy from Rochester said there are younger Maxwell owners who don't know Jack. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sftamx1 Posted August 21, 2019 Author Share Posted August 21, 2019 Here's some recent pics of the Maxwell.. Value needed because 2 brothers inherited the Maxwell, and one wants to buy the others share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 $22,000 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jan arnett (2) Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 From what I remember from working on one it looks all there, The brass has been recently polished or lacquered. It is sitting in a trailer so I bet it runs. It is a nice car and should be on a tour. Nobody gets hurt at $22,000. Nice car he has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 That sounds about right if it's a decent runner. It needs some freshening up but would be a good 1 and 2 cyl tour vehicle. I see it has an electric starter added. Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 I agree......22k, max. nice car, very difficult to sell. Tell the other brother to take 11k and run while he can. Look at the auction results at Pebble Beach........the exact quote was .......”blood in the street”.......across the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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