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Where to sell my car? (57' Ford Fairlane)

datalink7

datalink7

Lifer
Hi all,

After much debating, I have decided to sell my 57' Ford Fairlane that was given to me by my grandmother for my high school graduation. Though I would like to keep it, me being a poor college student I can't afford insurance and it is just going to get ruined sitting outside my parents house (they don't have a garage, though I bought a cover for it which helps some). I'm sure that someone out there can give it the attention it needs. It is still in fairly good shape, with only 55,000 miles on the origional engine.

I have never sold (or bought) a car before and was wondering where I should go about selling this one? I live in Eugene, OR, and so it isn't that big of a town. Are there some good Internet sites or maybe a magazine where I would have good luck finding a buyer? Should I try the paper in Portland, OR?

Any tips would be greatly appreciated. Also, and general advise on selling a car would also be appreciated (bargaining tips, things to look out for when dealing with people, etc.).

Thanks.
 
First suggestion: Keep the car. Drop the insurance if you have to and just let it sit for a while (prep it first). If you sell it you are going to hate yourself later. Believe me. Ask anyone that owned a classic from the 50-60s years ago if they wish they'd kept it.

If you have to sell it for monetary reasons, Hemmings Motor News is one of the better 'classic' car sales papers. You could also list with Autotrader (or even Ebay if you're looking for a quick sale)

Back to my first suggestion: Keep the car. Keep the car. Keep the car. You will hate yourself if you sell it. Your children will hate you. Your grandchildren will hate you. Prep it for long term storage, yank the tires, buy a quality cover if you have to leave it outside, and then go get it when you're a not-so-poor college graduate.

Here's an ad on Hemmings right now. You don't happen to have a convertible, do you?

<< 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Convertible. I.D. # C7FC206494. SUNLINER CONVERTIBLE, PROFESSIONAL GROUND-UP RESTORATION. THUNDERBIRD SPECIAL V8-4BBL, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. POWER STEERING, POWER TOP, NEW GLASS AND CORRECT INTERIOR. OPTIONAL BUMPER GUARD AND ORIGINAL CONTINENTIAL KIT. NOS ACCESSORY REAR DECK ANTENNA AND NOS GOLD INSERTS. ASKING $38,000 >>

Yeah, I just bet you are...
 
I'd keep it, especially since you don't know much about it and what it's worth. It can vary greatly, depending on its condition, miles(from what you say are extremely low), model and the care it's been given and also the area you are from. If you must sell it though, it's not usually something you will want to do in a week or two. It's more something that you will want to study, find it's worth, advertise in many papers and just wait until you get what it's worth or at least get what you want for it without budging. If you try and sell too fast, you are likely to get screwed and will end up being sweet talked into giving someone the deal of their life. As has already been mentioned, you'd be much better off keeping the car. Put the cover on it and it will be fine, there is really no reason to sell it and when you finish school you will have a babe magnet and money to keep up the car and the babe. Please keep the car, for us.
 


<< You don't happen to have a convertible, do you? >>



No, it is not a convertable (sadly🙁). It is four door, which is more rare than the 2 door fairlane.



<< pics? >>



Don't have any yet, but will be getting some and then maybe I'll post some.

I have had this car now for about a year. The whole time, I haven't really been able to use it (have taken it for some rides). I want to keep it, but I don't want it to just sit there and go to waste. Plus, I could really use the money for college at the moment. Maybe I won't sell it, but I am definently considering the possiblility.

Also, I was wondering if auction was a good idea or not? Or is it just better to post ads in magazines and newspapers?

 
Well if you don't want to keep the car I would find out what fair market value for the car would be. Really it would all depend on someone looking for that particular car. I would hold on to it instead of selling it cheap. Since your grand mother gave it to you it must have some sentimental value to you. I would rule out a car auction. Most of the auctions I have been to cars have sold on the cheap side. I would try selling it in the local paper or auto trader. Mabe even a trading post paper or something like that.


Good luck with it.

Will
 
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