72 V8 Grabber worth $15-18K???

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  1. Dan Starnes

    Dan Starnes Original owner

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    I recently got an email from someone afraid to sign their name. The person was asking the value of a MINT condition 72 V8 grabber, with 48k original miles. I responded and stated that if it was indeed a mint car, and specified to him what I consider mint, that I would value it in excess of $6500.00. I had no other info, pics, options etc. He emailed me back stating that he had been offered $15k - 18K for the car. I replied that if indeed he did sell it for that much that I would be very interested in seeing some paperwork to document the sale. I am very skeptical of the whole deal but still my curiosity keeps me wondering if it is all true. And if it is, our cars are becoming quite valuable.
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    IF he gets that much for it, I want to know more details, and yes, written proof that it did sell for that. :eek:
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    :bananaman surely the buyer's name would be
    "witheld by request"?:confused:
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    Who is this masked man and can he show the bill of sale to prove it?
     
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    Thats great Bob, I'll have to remember that one!!!
     
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    value

    I looked this up on www.nada.com and found the "National Average" price listing for this model:

    MSRP Original Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price when new $2,309

    Standard Grabber:
    Low Retail Average Retail High Retail
    $2,025 $4,075 $8,250


    Standard Grabber with Options and Equipment
    302 V8 Engine add: 15%

    Low Retail Average Retail High Retail
    $2,329 $4,686 $9,488

    Other Vehicle Information
    Model Number: N/A
    Weight: 2618
    Value Explanations
    Low Retail Value
    This vehicle would be in mechanically functional condition, needing only minor reconditioning. The exterior paint, trim, and interior would show normal wear, needing only minor reconditioning. May also be a deteriorated restoration or a very poor amateur restoration. Most usable "as-is".

    Note: This value does not represent a "parts car".
    Average Retail Value
    This vehicle would be in good condition overall. It could be an older restoration or a well-maintained original vehicle. Completely operable. The exterior paint, trim, and mechanics are presentable and serviceable inside and out. A "20-footer".
    High Retail Value
    This vehicle would be in excellent condition overall. It could be a completely restored or an extremely well maintained original vehicle showing very minimal wear. The exterior paint, trim, and mechanics are not in need of reconditioning. The interior would be in excellent condition. Note: This value does not represent a "100 Point" or "# 1" vehicle *.

    * "100 Point" or "# 1" vehicle is not driven. It would generally be in a museum or transported in an enclosed trailer to concourse judging and car shows. This type of car would be stored in a climate-regulated facility.

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    18K? I doubt very much

    Glen
     
  8. BIGbully

    BIGbully Maverick Maniac

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    As with anything, our cars are worth as much as anyone is willing to pay. If I had money that I wasn't real attached to, I might shell out $15K for the "right" original Mav.:)
     
  9. littleredtoy

    littleredtoy Seth

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    I don't know...

    ..you have to have some particular interest in these things to pay that price in my opinion. There are plenty of Mach I's, Mustang GT's, Cougar Eliminators and probably a restorable Boss out there in that price range.

    I just don't see it as a price range overall at this time for these cars. But, it might be worth it to someone.



    Seth
     
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    I don't know...

    ..you have to have some particular interest in these things to pay that price in my opinion. There are plenty of Mach I's, Mustang GT's, Cougar Eliminators and probably a restorable Boss out there in that price range.

    I just don't see it as a price range overall at this time for these cars. But, it might be worth it to someone.



    Seth
     

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