73str86 Posted September 30, 2014 Author Share #13 Posted September 30, 2014 Looks like an eBayer in Bulgaria has met my reserve. The problem is I sent him/her a message 32 hours ago and haven't gotten a reply yet. Advice? I want to delete the bids but am unsure how long I should wait before doing so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardway Posted October 5, 2014 Share #14 Posted October 5, 2014 (edited) I am assuming the bidder from Bulgaria backed out or you canceled their bid. None the less, to really make your auction more attractive you need a lot more pictures and detailed info. As they say in the car biz, "words tell, pictures sell" Several years ago I was selling a good running running but very rusted '77 280z. It was on CL and the Datsun Classifieds. I had a very detailed description and 29 pictures for viewing on my Photobucket. I did not want any perspective buyers to have any illusions of what they were getting or not getting. In the end I got my full asking price of $3,200 and the buyer from out of state had it shipped. I am proud to report he was very happy with it upon its arrival and dove in to fixing the rust.BTW - What happen to your friend that was interested in buying it? Edited October 5, 2014 by Hardway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73str86 Posted October 5, 2014 Author Share #15 Posted October 5, 2014 The friend chose a VW camper with no engine for $450.I had 20+ photos in the description; the auction ended at $910 but did not meet reserve. Next step is a few hours of elbow grease on the interior and engine bay, then leave it on craigslist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardway Posted October 7, 2014 Share #16 Posted October 7, 2014 My apologies. I did not see the 20+ pictures for whatever reason.I agree, any cleaning or sprucing up that can be done will go a long away in helping it sale. Good luck with it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73str86 Posted October 21, 2014 Author Share #17 Posted October 21, 2014 (edited) Update: Money and elbow grease is finished on my end. Needs complete floor pan patched/replaced, rocker skin/patch, dogleg skin/patch, hole in battery box. No bondo, fiberglass, or sprayfoam in car whatsoever. I spray painted some bare metal/rust orange/black, respectively.Here's the classiczcar and craigslist ad, many lookers, a couple lowballers (gotta try), two people say they are getting funds together. Another local guy looking this afternoon. 1973 Datsun 240zI was told in person yesterday "I can get one pretty easily in good condition for $3000."Datsun Classifieds Ad Edited October 21, 2014 by 73str86 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siteunseen Posted October 22, 2014 Share #18 Posted October 22, 2014 Dang! I wish I had room, I'd buy that and part it out. The bumpers and tail light assembly are worth a grand, easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73str86 Posted October 23, 2014 Author Share #19 Posted October 23, 2014 Car is pending sale for asking price. A gentleman pulled up in a '65 Datsun pickup his father bought new to look at the Z. Showed me photos of his nice 2 door 510 and project 411 wagon. I guess he took a loan on his 401k to pick up this project car to complete the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73str86 Posted October 25, 2014 Author Share #20 Posted October 25, 2014 Final update: Yesterday he showed up in another Datsun, this time his daily driver 510. He bought the Z for $1750 and after waiting 3 hours for a flatbed, took her home. I like to give details in relation to the 240z market. I originally listed it for sale just under a month ago. As I got the clutch operating, new thermostat, cleaned it up without hiding/repairing rust, offers came in. Many, many trade offers. Cash offers of $1,000, $1,200, $1,400 were refused. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastWoman Posted October 28, 2014 Share #21 Posted October 28, 2014 Congrats, and well done! It looks like you really did find a great home for that Z! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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