DaveCarrera4

I was given a '55 Pre-A coupe. It was disassembled for the most part for a body job and fix up about 45 years ago, and never finished. I'm assuming all numbers match and the engine is somewhere in the barn. Most of the parts were stuffed into the open shell. It will be tough to extract. The roof of the barn caved in over the car - the roof is dented in, and the body is very rusty since the paint was removed long ago. Been talking to a few folks at the PCA parade in Traverse City a few weeks back - some real enthusiasm. Does this car have any value? Should I part it out, or try to keep it together (assuming numbers match)? You can also PM me if you wish to keep the conversation private. I am torn between a long resto process or just selling to someone who has the time and energy to put it back together and enjoy it.

sithot

Almost certain that Adam Wright at Unobtanium would drive to you and pick it up.

http://www.unobtanium-inc.com/aboutframeset.html

DaveCarrera4

Thank you for the contact.

ECS Tuning

Oh my, that looks it been in there a while and a project to remove. Have you started to remove it out of the barn yet ?

DaveCarrera4

I have not done anything yet. I may have some help lined up.

Larry L

Don't underestimate its value. I've seen rusty hulks sell for stupid money recently.

The ATL Craigslist has had some seriously warped examples for sale lately for five-figure prices. Don't give it away.

DaveCarrera4

I've had a couple folks suggest they'd meet me with a trailer. But no ideas on value yet.

ECS Tuning

I think if it were me, I would try to get it out yourself or with the help of some friends or family and see what your working with before you try selling it. Might be something you want to keep.

AOW162435

Wow. That looks like a triple homicide. But I'd take it.



Andreas

DaveCarrera4

Yeah, would certainly be an interesting, and rewarding project...if I only had either unlimited time or checkbook.

jcnesq

Might be worth a lot more than you think. Pics don't tell enough. Adam from Unobtanium is a good guy, but of course he's in business to buy stuff and resell at a profit. A couple years ago he sold a complete hulk of a Speedster for ~$60,000. Understand a long resto project may not be for you, but you probably have some real value there. Do your homework!

tcsracing1

do you have a title?

DaveCarrera4

I hope so, I need to check on that, and if there is any other paperwork to go with the car.

ralt12

Think you need a lot more pictures

points

Be careful "pulling" it out! Could break in two.