Thomba48

Hello, I am trying to find out if the modells of those two years really display significant differences. From a mechanical perception probably not anyway. From a design perception though it feels to me as if the front part is slightly different. Thanks for your insights again. Thom

Thanks again for all your support. Thom

Thanks. That should get me started. Thom

Thanks. That's fine for me. I shall start my quest and see what the world has to offer. :-)

Don. You are obviously completely all right with your remarks. My Plymouth I bought over the internet as well. It certainly wasn't grossly overpriced. And probably the description wasn't really incorrect. And maybe I "forced" myself to not question too much, because I really wanted it. Had I, however, seen the car in person I probably would not have bought it. The result, a lot of TLC and money later it is in the state that I wanted it at the beginning. Flying over to the US actually is never the hurdle. Quite the opposite. Checking out a car would be a fantastic excuse to finally visit your country again. So the issue is more that very often "quick decision" are required, as the sellers don't tend to wait for one person to finally make up his mind. And obviously, how likely is it to have the chance to have a few cars in one area to choose from? Flying over for one simply doesn't make a lot of sense. Unfortunately. You mentionend "grossly overpriced". What would be your feeling in regard to a reasonable price for Plymouth/ Dodge Club Coupe or convertible in the quality described of the time period we are all interested in? My feeling, prices really have gone up dramatically in the past 5/ 6 years. Thom

And finally. What would be a reasonable price for either a Plymouth or Dodge convertible? Same quality status description as above. Thanks for your input.

By the way what is your experience with prices right now. What is the investment I should envisage for a very, very decent version. One that does not require any work right now, perfect paint, good interior and sound engine and undercarriage. Thanks for your thoughts on that. Thom

Sort of. The Business Coupe I also purchased in the US back then. Actually 7 years ago. So the same could happen this time also. But, the prices have really strongly increased since then I must say.

Sort of. The Business Coupe I also purchased in the US back then. Actually 7 years ago. So the same could happen this time also. But, the prices have really strongly increased since then I must say.

Thanks. Trading in will be a problem over here in Germany. But a nice thought

I think a club coupe could quite possibly be a good solution. your insights really made me think. Dodge, Plymouth, Chrysler would probably be too expensive. I shall look around and see what might come up eventually. Thanks for your help again. Thom

Done deal. It is more then a no!!!

Thanks. I definitely have skipped even the vague thoughts I might have had of getting this project started. You - as the experts - have clearly steared me away from it. Well. Let's go on looking :-) Thanks again

Thanks for your opinion. I obviously tend to believe all of you. Thanks

Hi, a friend send me over this link of a rather rotten Chrysler New Yorke Coupe http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/4726035938.html What do yo thinkg, if I were to find someone to rebuild me this car to stock look and feel, how much would that cost? What is your guess on that? Thanks

By the way - do you all happen to have any idea how I could organise an "objective" appraisal of the state of the car (the paint job always tends to be overpraised etc., rust issues often understated, part and engine repair needs often get lost in the information stage etc) and what needs to be done form over here? thanks

No duplication certainly would not work for that price :-))))

Yes. A club coupe could be an interesting option. But then, particularly more space on the inside this model unfortunately does not offer :-( Unkka, I do like your recommendations, but I really believe that beyond the ikky :-) Chevy alternative the other options call them Buick, Pontiac or especially the Chrysler are just not within my budget. :-( Thom

I know, this is not the right place for it, but I shall try anyway :-) I found this offer http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/carsforsale/chrysler/new_yorker/1692117.html?refer=alert I would very kindly be interested in the opion of all your experts out there :-) Would that be a good deal? What would I have to bear in mind in regard to this particular model? thanks again

Hi to you all, I am looking for a nice discussion round that can help me to decide what to own next :-) Due to family reasons I need to sell my 1947 Plymouth business Coupe. I so much like its shape and design, but a rear back seat is needed. Otherwise, I shall never be able - or at least not for another 10 years - to take my little boy along as well due to legislation reasons in Germany. The four door version of the P15 or the dodge equivalent I just don't like. Sorry for saying this :-( So what else could one get instead? that comprises the following requirements: Max 18 TSD $, ideally less. Has to be in a prestine state (so a Lincoln Zephyr is certainly not affordable :-)) Mostly old stock look and feel. Back rear seat. I am interested in all your thoughts and ideas. Thom

Hi to all of you again and again - Thanks :-) for the Inspiration, help and tipps. And I will most definitely (gosh this shouldn't Sound like a threat) come back to you for additional Insights and help. What I have to do first is to sell off my Plymouth Business Coupe first here in Germany. With that generated money I am than seeking out a nice car that shall be slightly more family oriented :-) in regard to the seating spaces available at least. Thom

Thanks again for your advice. Thom

Thanks very much for all the information - again and again. All extremely helpful. Thom

Thanks. The shipment cost differences I have completely forgotten about. And that was kind of stupid. Thanks for pointing this out to me. Fumigation. Funny. I will never forget my trip from Darwin to one of the National Parks. They almost stripped us down to our underwear to check if we were in the possession of forbidden fruits. Sorry for this slight pun :-)

Wow :-)