1928 model 52 chrysler

[rjp]

Iam looking at a 1928 Chrysler model 52, 4 door nice shape, paint is real good, interior is good for original, everything works and does have the hyd. brakes, engine is good wheel are good, everything works, ignition switch was changed but it looks good. Any thoughts on price? I know very vague question.  Thanks 

 

Roger 

 

[Gunsmoke]

Without knowing your personal profile (are you a hands-on type, mechanically inclined, any automotive knowledge of this period of cars, some money to spare on a potentially expensive hobby etc), but assuming you have a space at least 25x12 to store and tinker with a vehicle, then the absolute lowest price you can get it for is your aim. 4 door sedans of virtually any "common" make of this period have only a small market, and values have been dropping past few years. While cars like this in good mechanical condition can be taken on 10 mile trips with relative safety, they are not suitable for much else.  While they can be maintained by a mechanically competent owner, they do require regular maintenance of engine and brakes in particular, and few shops will do that (at least not properly). A set of tires will set you back at least $1000.

 

The Chryslers were well made cars, but a 4 door like you suggest would be a good entry buy at $4000-$5000 perhaps. That leaves enough margin (after purchase costs are added on including any taxes) to re-sell without a loss if it turns out not to be something you enjoy.  A 1926 fully restored 4 door Chrysler locally in pristine shape had a tough time selling in the $6500 ($8000 Canadian) range locally 4 years ago. A seller will wince at a low offer, but frankly, that is what they are worth IMHO.

 

[rjp]

Well that does hurt some, but thank you It might have to stay in the shed. Thanks again Roger