I am looking to determine the best old car to restore, and if I could find the values of the ones I am looking at as they sit, not finished cars, this would be a great help
If you want to restore cars to make money, it’s unlikely to work as it takes a lot of money and time. I’d recommend picking a make of car you love, join the appropriate car club and learn as much as you can about it. Often the club newsletter is the best way to learn what cars in various states of restoration are worth, and you can get invaluable advice from genuine experts. I did this when I was looking to buy an older Bentley and I wound up getting a true bargain on an unrestored, but beautifully original car. However, I would not make money if I sold it, because the maintenance and repair costs have exceeded what the car is worth. I did it because I love the cars, not for the money.
Usually the blue book value for old vehicles. I have restored numerous vehicles (Chevrolet’s)and usually the muscle cars of the 60’s command the best prices,however your 50s’ vehicles like the 55-57 Chevy’s are going for some very high prices.If you do most of the work yourself you should make out OK if not,don’t get involved.
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If you want to restore cars to make money, it’s unlikely to work as it takes a lot of money and time. I’d recommend picking a make of car you love, join the appropriate car club and learn as much as you can about it. Often the club newsletter is the best way to learn what cars in various states of restoration are worth, and you can get invaluable advice from genuine experts. I did this when I was looking to buy an older Bentley and I wound up getting a true bargain on an unrestored, but beautifully original car. However, I would not make money if I sold it, because the maintenance and repair costs have exceeded what the car is worth. I did it because I love the cars, not for the money.
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