[TR] Relative values...Smile!!!!

[Tom Householder]

on 11/16/07 6:54 AM, Andrew Uprichard at auprichard at comcast.net wrote:

> I have two of these beauties.  In both cases I have done a frame-off
> restoration, increased the engine BHP, added overdrive, and installed
> custom-made roll-bars and leather bucket seats (plus R&P steering, electric
> fan etc). I'd like to think these cars are in the $30 - $40K range.  I was
> in a TR restoration shop in the UK last week where there were six TR3 going
> from between $60 - $80K.
> 
> Having said that, eBay rarely sees more than $25K for a TR3.
> 
> My guess? Perfect restoration and upgrades ~ $40K+:  Really nice frame-off
> restoration $20 - 30K: anything less be very careful.
> 
> Do folks think I am way off ?
> 
> Andrew
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: triumphs-bounces+auprichard=comcast.net at autox.team.net
> [mailto:triumphs-bounces+auprichard=comcast.net at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
> John Macartney
> Sent: Thursday, November 15, 2007 5:42 PM
> To: triumphs at autox.team.net
> Subject: [TR] Relative values
> 
> List
> 
> Recognising that most things are only worth what the buyer is prepared to
> pay, I'd appreciate a
> little feedback on the likely US value of a 1959 TR3A. Condition is alleged
> to be 'showroom' (but
> whose showroom?) and while probably not concours, it looks an interesting
> car. Any feedback can be
> in US$.
> 
> Cheers, Jonmac
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Drove the TR3  with a new younster a couple of weeks ago!!!!

Gasoline..... $3.27/Gallon!!!!!

Ice Cream, Candy bar,and a Bag of Pretzels .... $4.65!!!!!

Smile on a 6 month old's face, sitting up unassisted, going for his first
ride........Priceless!!!!!!!