32-34s are going to be a pretty penny. 28-31 Model As will be in that price range all day. 35-39 are like Harleys, it's what someone wants to ask for them. So, they are hit or miss.
32-34s are going to be a pretty penny. 28-31 Model As will be in that price range all day. 35-39 are like Harleys, it's what someone wants to ask for them. So, they are hit or miss.
Appleseed said:1946 Chevy Suburban. You need a Burban.
That's cool
wearymicrobe said:What it looks like on Steel wheels and black wall tires.
That looks fantastic.
How about a baby Hemi
1955 DeSoto Firefight Sportsman, 2 dr Hardtop Coupe
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2869713923148164/
1972 Caddy ragtop with a 500 inch engine?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2876998845671188/
1937 Buick with a SBC?
In reply to SVreX (Forum Supporter) :
I've owned and loved many Morris minors. I'm not sure you will based on what you're asking for. My favorite is the little woody. ( yes they still sell a wood kit for it. And most parts are quickly available.).
Oh, the inside is plenty roomy and the ride is fun. Not jerky, more supple. But the steering rack is right against the firewall And between that and the radiator is barely room for the tiny little BMC A engine. About 34 horsepower to start but you can bolt a 1275 right in. 50-60 horsepower is all. Unless you enjoy running up near redline everyplace stay off the freeways. It's a good city car great for little country trips but not for the long haul.
it will get an easy 30 mpg and be peppy but will wear out quickly. 50,000 and it's time to rebuild. Oh they have a 5 th gear overdrive Ford transmission kit but it's not cheap. Nothing is an easy swap in because of that steering rack.
No A/C and the power isn't there even if you adapted a little Japanese's system. Morris minor woody is a $6000+ depending on condition and equipment. ( the 5 speed adds $3000 to the cost. ) the sedan about 1/2 that and the convertible + $1000 from the sedan.
The Jaguar Mk 2 3.8 sedan great car. That engine is stone reliable and surprisingly easy to work on. just don't over rev it. 5500 is redline. Don't over heat it and keep the oil full it will use a little.
Nimble yet easy ride, good handling, Good brakes. The manual transmission is good except non syncro 1st gear. The automatic is an old fashioned Borg Warner model 8 ( think Studebaker.)
the later 4.2 will bolt right in. No more power but more torque..
Another good choice is the XJ6 / 12 The early ones have SU carbs that are so simple to work on. If they ever give you trouble start checking the ignition first. You can't believe how easy they are to take apart clean and reassemble. Slightly later they have Strombergs. Almost as simple except they have a rubber diaphragm that will develop little cracks. Cheap and easy (3 minutes per carb ) to replace because you'll do it about every 4-5 years.
All of the Jags have optional wooden picnic trays for the back seats. They fold right out of the backs of the front seats. Kids just love them and adults are fascinated by them.
Leather seats that sometimes get neglected and become rock hard. Use leathereque conditioner and they will return right back to that soft glove feeling.
the carpets are wool. Really nice but need proper care.
the wood can usually be refinished and it's gorgeous.
Don't worry 90% of the time electrical problems will simply be a loose ground wire ( black) parts are available.
Later ones use the Lucas fuel injection. Really scary looking but there is a 3 part series on U tube that explains everything and makes it simple. Rubber is a real weakness just replace with proper automotive hoses ( especially the vacuum lines including the one that goes all the way to the ECU in the trunk.
Replace all the rubber fuel lines every 5 years no matter how many miles especially the ones to each injector. While you are at it coolant hoses and HVAC hoses
Get parts from Rock Auto Terry's Jag. Moss Motors and a half dozen other places I can't think of right now. Shop, shop, shop the difference in prices can easily be over 200%
Same with rubber suspension bushings and motor mounts.
Up to April 1977 the transmission was either Borg Warner model 8 or model 12 then they switch to the GM turbo 400 for the V12. Jaguar bolt pattern in the case.
Paint on Jaguars is typically lacquer so expect to rebuff it every few years and then keep it heavily waxed. It will last decades with a depth no clear coat paint job will ever approach.
Most Jaguars were the final reward for a successful life and often have low miles and great care taken of them.. You'll typically have to pay a premium but they are worth it. The good deals are cars that don't start and covered in dust with rock hard leather. Clean up sort out the non start issue clean change fluids and that's how you'll get your lifetime car.
restoration projects Requiring body work engine transmission work etc. should be avoided, too easy to spend a fortune.
Mechanical parts are readily available but the V12 seldom ever needs a rebuild. The six will go 100,000 miles or more if properly cared for. Timing chain noise is usually the first indicator the previous owner ran the engine low on oil. Probably cheaper to replace the whole engine than rebuild one. There are a lot around.
Jaguars in nice driver condition should sell for around $5-6000 but I've seen them as low as $3000 where a careful reconditioning is called for but they are other wise solid values.
much over the $6000 money that's asking price or flippers Pretty much doesn't matter which model.
You could find a Tri-5 Chevy sedan in your price range. The one below is $22,850 and looks ready to drive. No air, but a Classic Auto Air system can fix that.
https://classics.autotrader.com/classic-cars/1955/chevrolet/bel_air/101188602
Paul I’m going to make some suggestions now and will dig up some pics later.
Studebaker Champion bullet nose-coupe and sedan (with suicide rear doors)
Packards from late 1930’s to late 1940’s
Hudson Hornet and other models in both coupe and sedan
Nash Aeroflyte
GM Aerocoupe and Aerosedans from the 1940’s to the early 1950’s. These were offered by all GM Passenger car groups-Chevy, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Buick, and Cadillac-though not all brands offered both configurations. I prefer the earlier variants with angled B pillars. Based on brand chrome trim and details varied considerably. Early Oldsmobile’s has a very Art Deco look in their front end design with close set headlights.
1936-1941 Ford Two door and Four door sedans without the trunk humpback are just classically beautiful to me.
In reply to frenchyd :
I'm usually not a Jaguar guy, but those are some good suggestions.
Now if only I could find an Mk2 ragtop...
KyAllroad (Jeremy) (Forum Supporter) said:https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2876998845671188/
1937 Buick with a SBC?
I like that. It's got about the right amount of work needed...
Any idea where it is?
In reply to SVreX (Forum Supporter) :
Ad says hebron KY
Not sure about the orange wheels but..
Available for $17K list apparently.
https://classiccars.com/listings/view/1340779/1937-dodge-antique-for-sale-in-o-fallon-illinois-62269
In reply to Patrick (Forum Supporter) :
You're right- I missed that
nocones said:Not sure about the orange wheels but..
Available for $17K list apparently.
https://classiccars.com/listings/view/1340779/1937-dodge-antique-for-sale-in-o-fallon-illinois-62269
Hmmm... I'm going through ATL later today...
It may be too new for what you want but definitely is a hot rod with four doors and it's mine.
SVreX (Forum Supporter) said:In reply to frenchyd :
I'm usually not a Jaguar guy, but those are some good suggestions.
Now if only I could find an Mk2 ragtop...
Once you start talking XK series (XK.120 XK. 140 XK150 really nice solid ones quickly get over $100,000 And can sell for more than double that to the right buyer with the right provenance. Those include XK 120 M or later MC which have C type head slightly higher lift (.375) camshaft, 9-1 compression instead of 8-1. and 2 HD 8 sand cast SU carbs horsepower goes from 160 to 190. The later MC also has wire wheels and dual exhaust Also aluminum trunk lid Hood and doors. The MC option continued on the XK140.
The right very early all aluminum body XK 120's are in or near the $300,000 number 240 were built before production switched over to steel. There are 5 XK 120 competition's that probably are well over $500,000 by now.Not to be confused with the XK120 C type which are $1 million + and D types are $5 million
The Drop head coupes ( do not mistake them for the regular coupe with a fixed top) of the XK 140 & XK 150 do have tiny back seats. Roll up windows, outside door handles, wood dash, and a convertible top. But even rough drivers will start well over $50,000 but make sure the top is in good condition. The drop head has an inner liner that really makes replacement hard/expensive.
In reply to SVreX (Forum Supporter) :
Go to Facebook Marketplace for Detroit and just type in a model year and see how much stuff shows up. Aside from southern California this area has the highest concentration of hot rods in the country.
Definitely needs new wheels/hub caps, but has a modern drivetrain for cruising.seems reasonalbly priced at 11.5k
In reply to Indy-Guy (Forum Jock Strap) :
Those are some awesome suggestions. I like that Buick better than the Tri-5's.
The Stude is definitely something I would not have considered (but a great option!)
That Thunderbird... sometimes you guys scare me! Haha!
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