Classics appraised?

[GRM-REPR]

Just wondering how many of you have had your antique or classic appraised for value?

I insured mine as an antique thru State Farm, so I had to have it appraised. I was very impressed at what my Bird was valued at today!

It only cost me $38 to have it insured for 6 months, full coverage. If it is totalled, they will give you the appraised value or close to it. Why the fuk didn't I ever do this before. They say you can't put more than 2k on it within the insured period....:rolleyes:

Just wondering what everyone else is doing...

For the record, I didn't know this, any car 25 years or older is considered an Antique....go figure.:durr

[Poncho]

I should ask my dad, I was actually disappointed at how they valued it. The car always does real well at carshows, and they only valued it in the range of 40-45k I honestly figured it'd be worth quite a bit more.

a REAL/NOS bodied bel air w/ no bondo (anymore) is pretty much irreplaceable to me, no matter if Danchuck and Goodmark & Classic Industries Can now sell you all the parts to make a Tri-Five from scratch.

How did your car do? From what I remember seeing it, i'd expect near 30k for something like that, if it is as flawless as it looked.

[70challenger452]

Apprasing really isn't anywhere near what you could sell it for, I had it done and was a little disapionted but whatever it just for insurance stuff and yeah, to insure a muscle car is uber cheap, they know dudes are gunna take care of em

[TransAm12sec]

One insurance company insured an old Packard by talking to a body shop to see what it's worth. I doubt that's the industry standard; nor do I know if there is one for insuring old cars.

[2SLOW]

One insurance company insured an old Packard by talking to a body shop to see what it's worth. I doubt that's the industry standard; nor do I know if there is one for insuring old cars.

Very true the insurance company will insure it to what a "shop says" its worth as long as they get thous premiums!

[Arigmaster]

I was actually suprised when mine was appraised. I insure through Hagerty and they appriase it in a couple ways. First with average sale price for a comparable model, then they look at the condition of car itself.... The appraiser/adjustor said mine was at 32K as is but then told me once I complete the interior, it would be in the Mid 40's.

I remember when I was younger, these cars were only like $400.00 beaters...

[Karps TA]

Who did you guys use for appraisers?

[GRAMPS SS]

Corvette Connection in Butler on 124th does them...ask for Bob senior...don't know what he charges now...but when i had mine done it was 100.00

[2SLOW]

Corvette Connection in Butler on 124th does them...ask for Bob senior...don't know what he charges now...but when i had mine done it was 100.00

Do you have a #? I would like to bring my Chevelle there to get a second price.

[GRM-REPR]

How did your car do? From what I remember seeing it, i'd expect near 30k for something like that, if it is as flawless as it looked.

Not anywhere near that. The car is ultra clean, but he found a spot on the trunk extentions that he felt we're done sloppily (the extentions are the metal rails that the trunk pan attach to). The car has a new trunk pan but the shop that did it failed to hammer out or straighten the rails better, and didn't paint them. So because of that he took a bit off for it.

He checked everything else and was impressed. The paint on the nose of the car is also cracking (I'm betting the shop that did it must've painted it without flex primer in it?), so he took off for that too.

Although Firebirds aren't exactly laying around everywhere, (or in great shape for that matter),true antiques like an old Biscane or whatnot are the ones truly fetching big-buck apprasial value when super clean. I'm in the understanding that what you would call muscle or 50's classics are the one's that are the real money grabbers. I'd say anything after 72' lost that "classic muscle" tag for high value.

For the couple of items he subtracted points from, he gave it a $9,500 dollar value, which is pretty good considering I didn't pay anywhere near that price from my younger brother.

It paid off, higher value for car, and cheap antique insurance= me being very happy:)

I'd say that is pretty damn good for a 75' Formula car. Maybe if it were a 69' T.A or something, it would've been higher. I'm happy....

[JC70SS]

I use hagarty. No appraisal required. In fact this year on my renewal the said I should up the value $3000. Just a few photos needed.

[Karps TA]

Not anywhere near that. The car is ultra clean, but he found a spot on the trunk extentions that he felt we're done sloppily (the extentions are the metal rails that the trunk pan attach to). The car has a new trunk pan but the shop that did it failed to hammer out or straighten the rails better, and didn't paint them. So because of that he took a bit off for it.

He checked everything else and was impressed. The paint on the nose of the car is also cracking (I'm betting the shop that did it must've painted it without flex primer in it?), so he took off for that too.

Although Firebirds aren't exactly laying around everywhere, (or in great shape for that matter),true antiques like an old Biscane or whatnot are the ones truly fetching big-buck apprasial value when super clean. I'm in the understanding that what you would call muscle or 50's classics are the one's that are the real money grabbers. I'd say anything after 72' lost that "classic muscle" tag for high value.

For the couple of items he subtracted points from, he gave it a $9,500 dollar value, which is pretty good considering I didn't pay anywhere near that price from my younger brother.

It paid off, higher value for car, and cheap antique insurance= me being very happy:)

I'd say that is pretty damn good for a 75' Formula car. Maybe if it were a 69' T.A or something, it would've been higher. I'm happy....


Having not seen your car in person, I would think that would be pretty low value. 2nd gens have really been going up in value lately. I have a friend who spent 8 months looking for a good 2nd gen for a project car. $4K is now buying a car that needs alot of work.

[Myles]

Having not seen your car in person, I would think that would be pretty low value. 2nd gens have really been going up in value lately. I have a friend who spent 8 months looking for a good 2nd gen for a project car. $4K is now buying a car that needs alot of work.

this is true, i bought my 75 for 1500 that needed alot of TLC. Now i cant find something the same for under 4-5k.

[GRM-REPR]

Having not seen your car in person, I would think that would be pretty low value. 2nd gens have really been going up in value lately. I have a friend who spent 8 months looking for a good 2nd gen for a project car. $4K is now buying a car that needs alot of work.

I sorta' thought of that, if someone has a well-known vehicle appraiser in mind, I'd like to know. I was just happy to have it appraised for more than what I paid.

I guess I would also agree that 2nd gen Birds are hard to find...clean too.

[Karps TA]

Did you have the guy from Corvette Connection do the appraisel?

I had someone appraise mine back in like 97-98 after I had it painted and I thought the guy was a real ****. He gave it like a $10G appraisel, but pretty much ripped the car to shreds, and didn't seem to give a damn about the car. I wish I had the guy's card still so I know not to use him again.

[GRM-REPR]

Did you have the guy from Corvette Connection do the appraisel?

I had someone appraise mine back in like 97-98 after I had it painted and I thought the guy was a real ****. He gave it like a $10G appraisel, but pretty much ripped the car to shreds, and didn't seem to give a damn about the car. I wish I had the guy's card still so I know not to use him again.

No, a buddy of mine refered me to Classic T in Big Bend, he had his 35' Ford done there. He also kinda seemed like, ok I'll do the apprasial and you can leave type attitude. Personally I'd like to have seen it get more, they are hard to find clean, many of them rotted. And I also agree with other members saying the price of them have gone up, even shit haulers are going for thousands, basically parts cars.

[Flight_740]

Damn, i shoul d start giving appraisels.:rolf


I wonder what it takes to become one. It's easy to throw a number on a car when you are not the guy trying to buy it. You know?

[Karps TA]

That sux, the guy in Big Bend is super close to me.

[GRAMPS SS]

call corvettte connection...see what he charges... the number is
262-781-2166...ask for bob senior...there hours are 9-5

[Karps TA]

I plan on it. I work at Briggs, so I can just run over there with the car during the day sometime.

[Prince Valiant]

I paid 40 bucks to have the valiant appraised...the guy gave me back 20 because he felt bad having to value it for less than the appraisal cost. :(

[GRM-REPR]

call corvettte connection...see what he charges... the number is
262-781-2166...ask for bob senior...there hours are 9-5

Didn't someone else just have something bad to say about this place?

[Gary Anderson]

A-Auto in Butler. Just across the street from NVR. Greg is the guys name, 414-466-9050. I think he gets $75 for an appraisal.

[GRAMPS SS]

i guy i know does them as well i found out...he charges 75.00 if you come to him....if he has to come to you, which he will , he will charge more....give em a call..Bill.....617-3961..tell him Wayne sent ya...he did my monte when i had it......

[GRM-REPR]

Thanks to both of you on the suggestions. Wouldn't hurt to have it appraised by someone else

[SSDude]

In the past i used to have appraisals done and it was a hassle finding someone willing to do it for a reasonable price.
The last three years I've been with "Hagerty", you state the value and provide a couple of pictures. I'm covered the whole year $30K value for $262. I believe the only restriction is the car can't be used for daily transportation. Grundy Worldwide is another company that does stated value with similair restrictions. I believe you can go to car shows, parades and on auto tours like the Power Tour but your not covered if you are racing.:thumbsup

[GRM-REPR]

I paid $38 bux for 6 months coverage, Hagerty wanted about $160. Plus I got to stay with the same ins. company as with my Lincoln.

[SSDude]

I paid $38 bux for 6 months coverage, Hagerty wanted about $160. Plus I got to stay with the same ins. company as with my Lincoln.

If i could get $38 for six months that's what i'd do:thumbsup

[300pny]

Just wondering how many of you have had your antique or classic appraised for value?

I insured mine as an antique thru State Farm, so I had to have it appraised. I was very impressed at what my Bird was valued at today!

It only cost me $38 to have it insured for 6 months, full coverage. If it is totalled, they will give you the appraised value or close to it. Why the fuk didn't I ever do this before. They say you can't put more than 2k on it within the insured period....:rolleyes:

Just wondering what everyone else is doing...

For the record, I didn't know this, any car 25 years or older is considered an Antique....go figure.:durr

Its only worth what someone will pay for it today. There is only one way to find that out. Appraisals are completely inacurrate and a waist of time. The only way to truely know is to sell it.

[Korndogg]

The reason for an appraisal isnt to sell it. Its for insurance purposes.

[300pny]

The reason for an appraisal isnt to sell it. Its for insurance purposes.

Correct..If you read the quote he was supprised what it was worth when that is not what it is worth.

[Korndogg]

how do you know its not worth that. You just said its worth what someone will pay for it. How do you know someone wont pay more than what they appraised it at. All it is, is a ballpark figure.

[GRM-REPR]

Its only worth what someone will pay for it today. There is only one way to find that out. Appraisals are completely inacurrate and a waist of time. The only way to truely know is to sell it.

The apprasial was necessary to have antique or classic car insurance coverage.

An apprasial gives the owner a good idea of what the car is worth. If you paid attention to any of my posts, you would've noticed that I was very impressed with what it was appraised for and I believe it could be accurate, give or take.

Other members disagree and believe it is probably worth more, and I asked for other places that do professional appraisals on classics and antiques.

I'm noticing a trend with all your posts, you tend not to read into anything and you just post whatever is on your mind without any critical thought...:(

[GRM-REPR]

how do you know its not worth that. You just said its worth what someone will pay for it. How do you know someone wont pay more than what they appraised it at. All it is, is a ballpark figure.

Thank you....:)

[77thor]

Valenti Classics (just off I94) by 7 Mile Fair, does them....

[Nix]

Correct..If you read the quote he was supprised what it was worth when that is not what it is worth.

You smelly twit, getting a vehicle appriased is for insurance purpose and also it gives a good "ballpark" idea of where a good starting/asking price would be when the time comes to sell the vehicle.:rolleyes:

[300pny]

You smelly twit, getting a vehicle appriased is for insurance purpose and also it gives a good "ballpark" idea of where a good starting/asking price would be when the time comes to sell the vehicle.:rolleyes:

Insurance yes as far as a good asking price most classics are not even close. "smelly twit" Yeeeesh Grow up

[Nix]

Insurance yes as far as a good asking price most classics are not even close. "smelly twit" Yeeeesh Grow up'

Damn smelly twit. Most classics aren't even close? Damn smelly twits around here.:crying

I don't want to grow up I want to be a Toys R Us kid forever!!!:headbang

Also check what I said, I said BALLPARK idea of where to START AN ASKING PRICE. Key word here is start... Hmmmmmm:rolleyes:

[300pny]

Wait till mom and dad cut of your internet... There are many better sources than an appraisal for a ballpark. Appraisal will be alot futher off than simply researching what people are paying for them. With the exception of Insurance requiring one they are completely useless.

[GRAMPS SS]

yes..lets all go by what the cars are selling on the barrett auction.....what a joke...

[300pny]

yes..lets all go by what the cars are selling on the barrett auction.....what a joke...

Thats factual as to what the car sells for ...why? cause it did. With an appraisal it is not sold.

[Karps TA]

With the exception of Insurance requiring one they are completely useless.

And we return to the entire reason why this thread was created. He wanted it done for insurance reasons. Which makes your points null and void.

[300pny]

And we return to the entire reason why this thread was created. He wanted it done for insurance reasons. Which makes your points null and void.

Exactly my point

[Nix]

My mom and dad are not going to let me use the net anymore? Hmmmm, this fella dose not know what he is talking about. the days of my mommy and daddy taking things away from me are long since gone.

Sadly there was no internet when I was at the age where mommy and daddy could take things away from me. Do you think everyone on here is in thEIR teens?:D

[GRM-REPR]

My mom and dad are not going to let me use the net anymore? Hmmmm, this fella dose not know what he is talking about. the days of my mommy and daddy taking things away from me are long since gone.

Sadly there was no internet when I was at the age where mommy and daddy could take things away from me. Do you think everyone on here is in thEIR teens?:D

:rolf

[GRM-REPR]

And we return to the entire reason why this thread was created. He wanted it done for insurance reasons. Which makes your points null and void.

Karp, as always you are the voice of reason, thanks for all the backing up....he just doesn't get it, or any other thread for that reason.

[Yooformula]

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