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Point me in the right direction, getting a 914 sold, Father passed away, looking to properly value and sell |
Jmoore9 |
Jul 28 2013, 07:36 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 1 Joined: 26-July 13 From: Kennesaw, GA Member No.: 16,164 Region Association: None |
All,
I joined 914world specifically to look for a little help. My father recently passed away, and my stepmother has asked for my assistance in selling their 914. The car is a 1971, 1.7, with approximately 51,000 miles on it. They bought the car in the very early 90s, and have had it garaged the entire time. Dad did the metalwork to replace some skin that was rusted, removing all rust and getting it back into good condition. It was repainted in the orignal orange. They put new tires on it then, too. The last time the car ran was about 5 years ago, and it has been stored back in the garage ever since. Unfortunately, they live in the midwest, and I live in Atlanta, so "being there" to help get the car sold it tough. As such, I'm looking to see where I can find some resources to help figure out what the value is/should be when selling, to ensure that she gets a fair deal--and to be a little selfish, that the car goes to a good home. I apologize for not having pictures, we'll work on getting those. Thanks in advance for any help and suggestions you may have! EDIT: The car is located in Independence, MO, a Kansas City suburb. |
JawjaPorsche |
Jul 28 2013, 07:40 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,463 Joined: 23-July 11 From: Clayton, Georgia Member No.: 13,351 Region Association: South East States |
All, I joined 914world specifically to look for a little help. My father recently passed away, and my stepmother has asked for my assistance in selling their 914. The car is a 1971, 1.7, with approximately 51,000 miles on it. They bought the car in the very early 90s, and have had it garaged the entire time. Dad did the metalwork to replace some skin that was rusted, removing all rust and getting it back into good condition. It was repainted in the orignal orange. They put new tires on it then, too. The last time the car ran was about 5 years ago, and it has been stored back in the garage ever since. Unfortunately, they live in the midwest, and I live in Atlanta, so "being there" to help get the car sold it tough. As such, I'm looking to see where I can find some resources to help figure out what the value is/should be when selling, to ensure that she gets a fair deal--and to be a little selfish, that the car goes to a good home. I apologize for not having pictures, we'll work on getting those. Thanks in advance for any help and suggestions you may have! If there are 914 owners near your stepmother, they can stop by and look at the 914 for you and give you their two cents worth. Very sorry for the loss of your dad. A location will be helpful to see if any 914World members live nearby. Good luck with the sale. |
r_towle |
Jul 28 2013, 07:45 PM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,574 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States |
You might want to contact Brad Mayeur at 914 limited in Peoria Illinois.
He is a very honest guy and has been in the 914 business for many years. Rich |
GeorgeRud |
Jul 28 2013, 09:08 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,725 Joined: 27-July 05 From: Chicagoland Member No.: 4,482 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I'd second contacting Brad (309-694-1797) in Peoria, IL. There are other 914 enthusiasts in the Midwest, so it may help to let us know where they are located.
As with any car, it will depend on the condition. You may want to check eBay listings to see what cars are actually selling for, and also check Hagerty Insurance's website as they have a valuation guide on their site. Their current booklet gives Values of $5800 and up to over $20,000 for a perfect example. Obviously, you have to have a realistic view of the car's conditions as I also know of 914s that were given away for nothing just to dispose of them when people were moving! |
Mikey914 |
Jul 28 2013, 09:41 PM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,669 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
Call Brad,
He's honest, and I'm sure he can be of help. |
Eric_Shea |
Jul 29 2013, 07:28 AM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,275 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Can't get any better advice than that.
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