Would You Pay $400 For Tail Lamps?

[TomoHawk]

I found an eBay auction for a set of rechromed  tail lamp trim pieces

 

and it makes you wonder if it's worth the price, would you just keep what you have, or would you rechrome your own trim pieces?

 

 

 

[nix240z]

That is Mike and Randy.

 

http://www.classiczcars.com/topic/50741-while-they-last-extra-special-price/

[psdenno]

Like so many things in life, it's all about supply and demand. I think it's good that the option exists for those who have the need and the spare change.

Dennis

[nix240z]

Like so many things in life, it's all about supply and demand. I think it's good that the option exists for those who have the need and the spare change.

Dennis

 and also the time and money to get these products to market, as I know that I have spent a lot of both.

 

steve

[TomoHawk]

I prefer to spend my money on the things that make the car safe, reliable, and fuel-efficient, first.  If there is any left over, it can be saved for the bling. 

[zKars]

Do I have to give my speech again? You know, the one about "support our vendors and be thankful someone gives a damn to take these risks to support our hobby?"

 

My soap box is right here, no problem stepping up and doing it again. 

[siteunseen]

I paid almost $450 for a complete set and am considering buying another set. 

[240260280z]

Every Z owner is at a different part of the journey.  Some just want 4 wheels, others want concourse....sure makes the world a beautiful place.

[psdenno]

I paid almost $450 for a complete set and am considering buying another set. 

 

I bought a set of those, too.  Did I need them?  No.  Did I want them?  Yes, but only since 1971 when I first saw a Z in Tokyo.  Was I pleased that someone went to the trouble to make them available at a price a little over 10% of what I paid for my entire new Z in 1971?  Yes.  

 

It's free enterprise and that's how the world works best.  If the vendor makes a few bucks off the deal for his effort, we're both happy.  My Z isn't a full restoration or a show car, but it gives me warm fuzzies to add the new lights.

Dennis

[Z fan]

Agree , as above some like to own a ratty semi classic and others opt for real head turners .

[71Nissan240Z]

I purchased a blem unit from jdm.com off ebay. I didn't notice any blemish at all. They look fantastic. $299. Sold my old ratty ones for 80 bucks on ebay. So I would say it was a good deal.

[hr369]

They pay about 350 bucks in japan for a good quality reproduction so 400 isn't too far off

http://page15.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/t407923015

 

 

you want absurd price? how about a 3400 dollar valve cover

https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=auto&tl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fpage9.auctions.yahoo.co.jp%2Fjp%2Fauction%2Fk164838394

 

 

Or  this NOS ps30 ,z432R lock for over 500 bucks

http://page7.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/g139288427