marfulle Posted December 13, 2006 Report Share Posted December 13, 2006 Hello, I found a guy that is selling a 1940 Dodge 4 door with 49,000 original miles. It has original style paint (grey) not bad looking and orignial interior. The interior is in ok shape, but not perfect. It has spent most of its life inside since the mid sixties ( when this guy got it) and seemed to have taken care of the car. The motor has never been rebuilt and the brakes work, but I can't tell you what condition they are in. It run really good. He is asking 4000.00 Is that a good deal for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captden29 Posted December 13, 2006 Report Share Posted December 13, 2006 the price is reasonable. keep in mind a car like this will need work[ codeword for money] to be a reliable driver regardless of what the seller tells you.radiator, brakes, gas tank, belts, hoses, and many other typical items will need to be repaired/replaced/rebuilt to drive the car safely. the fact that the brakes work does not mean they don't need replacing, in fact everyone on this forum will advise you to do just that.however, a car of this vintage in good original condition is a great place to start to have a fun car to drive and enjoy.the price is not unreasonable, although i would negotiate, but thats just me. the mileage may or may not be accurate, but if you really like the car it is not the most important thing. try to find someone else to look it over for you that is knowledgeable but is a dis-interested party. perhaps a forum member who is nearby or someone they could recommend. i personally like 4 door cars and i own one. good luck, dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1949P17BC Posted December 14, 2006 Report Share Posted December 14, 2006 Do you want it, is it what you are looking for, do you lay awake thinking about, If so BUY IT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chester Brzostowski Posted December 14, 2006 Report Share Posted December 14, 2006 Sounds good but Dennis is correct. You will still need to get into the mechanical stuff if you want to have a reliable driver. I bought my P15 2 years ago. Probably spent too much for the base car but put 3 times that amount into the mechanical rebuild along with the purchase of a parts car. New brakes, springs, sheet metal, glass, upholstery, headliner, etc… stem to stern. Like previously mentioned…, if you like it buy it.., after all you only live once and it’s a labor of love or as greg says obsession. Here is mine when I first bought it home. I shelled out over $1,500 for that mess but the money wasn’t as important as the task of brining this car.., that was born the same year as yours-truly…, back To Life. Maybe I spent the last two years working on this car but I think I spent that time learning about myself and bringing this old man back to life. Something for you to think about…. After all it’s not always about money it’s about enjoyment. Chet… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marfulle Posted December 14, 2006 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2006 There is a reason why I love this forum. Words like labor of love and money is not always the issue are terms I have heard here and think they are words to live by. Thank you for your comments. Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Roadrunner Posted December 15, 2006 Report Share Posted December 15, 2006 I have no idea what that car would be worth. It's not the price that is the most important, it's what the car means to you. I don't like traditional cars We bought this car because my girlfriend liked it. She sees an old gangster car. Obviosly it will need everything re done, but to us thats the best way. we will have to work hard to get her done but the work is half the fun. The answer is what is the car worth to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
48mirage Posted December 15, 2006 Report Share Posted December 15, 2006 Here is a link to the Manheim Gold book. Kind of an Edmunds or Blue Book for classic cars. Of course it is only a guide and you must still interpret its value to you. I used this when buying my 49 'Dodge and paid within $50.00 of what the guide said it was worth. http://www.manheimgold.com/car_lo.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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