442 Talk about the 442 within...

Ron's Classic Cutlass problem

Old Apr 12, 2018 | 05:41 PM
  #1  
oldy442's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Junior Member
Joined: Apr 2018
Posts: 1
Default Ron's Classic Cutlass problem

I would like some advice about a transaction I had with Ron Memmer of Ron's Classic Cutlass of Monticello, Indiana. Fusik's Auto Parts suggested that I call him. He came to look at some New Old Stock parts I had for a 1971 442. He told me that he was an expert and could tell me what the retail prices where for the parts. He wrote down the prices as follows: Ram Air hood $5000-$6000; fenders $2000 each; convertible quarters $1800 each; rear bumper $1000-$1200; grill $500-$600; sports steering wheel $400-$500. As it turns out, all the prices he wrote down were accurate except the steering wheel, which he bought. I called him and he admitted the steering wheel could be worth as much as $2200. Then why did he write down "$400-$500" a day earlier? Having listened for 20 minutes about how honest he is and how much an expert he is, why did he suggest the steering wheel retailed for 25% of its true value? Any suggestions from experienced Olds guys?
 
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
442
New Member Area
0
Apr 3, 2018 10:43 AM
442restore
General Olds Chat
0
Apr 2, 2018 06:42 PM
tomsing
General Olds Chat
1
Jun 28, 2007 03:50 AM
tomsing
Private 'Wanted' Classifieds
0
Jun 13, 2007 06:50 PM
87cutlass
Restoration
1
Jan 1, 2006 11:58 AM


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:14 AM.