Originally Posted by
SRT4man
While I would love to save this car from the fate it seems destined to while parked outside in the woods, I don't think anyone is even going to nibble with a price of $18.5k. You said twice in different posts that you aren't looking to make a profit, just break even. The car sold 2 years ago for $14.5k. Not sure how putting more miles on it and letting it sit outside where you have had multiple cars eaten by rodents increases it's value by over 27%. We all love the crossfire here, but most realize they are meant to be enjoyed by driving them, not as an investment. Will they be worth big money in another 15 years? Possibly, but more than likely will be valued the same as mid 80s turbo dodges.
GLWS, I do hope you find someone to buy the car that will enjoy it and take care of it better than you have.
Mr Herda
Thank you for you input and suggestions. I, too, hope I can find someone with a fine garage. As nice as 109 acres of nature is it does have some drawbacks.
The car was yours for the the price I purchased it from you for until you tried to low ball me. With that I felt you released me from the courtesy I extended you. As I have said, you took great care of the car and I appreciate that. I merely tried to equal that care. Circumstances beyond my control have prevented same.
The car has no problems that I am trying to run away from and I have no pressing needs for the funds. As an enthusiast I am just feeling I am not keeping it in the environment it deserves. The return sought is a cost of funds and far from what the return has been on any number of my other investments.
I have never seen a previous owner so closely follow a car they sold nor be so concerned as to comment on the next owner's asking price. The care you gave it is evident. I am sorry you had to sell the car and glad I was there for you when you needed to. Have you asked yourself if this obsession is healthy for yourself?
I sold my long owned TVR 3000S in a distress sale when I needed to cover a tuition payment. I never once let anyone other than the buyer know the selling price. It has appreciated nearly 100% since then. In that time he has driven it far more and and far harder than I ever did. I am just happy for him. The funny thing is people admiringly speak of "his" car often. I just smile and let them.
I am not sure of your automotive ownership experience but I have owned, loved and cared for many, many, many cars. Almost every one of which is worth more today than they were when I bought them. And, when I sold them.