Whats a fair price and am I crazy?

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  • scott
    Overdrive
    • Oct 2006
    • 1226

    #16
    i agree on the "no faith in odo readings". mine said 96000 and i assumed it was 196000 or even 296000.
    '64 Series IIA 88 Canvas Tilt
    '68 Series IIA RHD Ambulance
    '76 Spitfire 1500
    '07 LR3 (Series Recovery Vehicle)

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    • Jim-ME
      Overdrive
      • Oct 2006
      • 1379

      #17
      I paid $5K for mine and drove it 300+ mi. home. It sat on a galvanized frame, had 4 brand new tires and had a brand new parabolic suspension. Since it arrived in the driveway I have replaced the front bumper, the entire rear end, both drive shafts, rear brake shoes and drums, all 4 wheel cylinders, rear brake lines, all the brake flex lines, the speedo and cable, the canvas top, the distributor, the coil, the seats, the door bottoms and tops, the breakfast, the radiator and hoses, the mud shields just to name what I can remember off the top of my head. Do I ever expect to recoup what I have spent? NO!!!! I simply have always loved Series Rovers and still have a lot of stuff left that I want to do. Do I feel that I over paid? No, for I knew what I was getting into and I know how fussy I am. FWIW I will be replacing the rear tub, the bulkhead, both front fenders, adding a diesel engine, plus paint for all the body parts. For you see, Rovers get in your blood and except for a very few owners always stays there. Go ahead and pay the asking price if that is what you want to do but be prepared for what possibly lies ahead. It's a sickness and a blessing. At 52 years of age I have not regrets and feel it has been a blessing to have my Rover.
      Jim E.

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      • xrover
        Low Range
        • May 2007
        • 95

        #18
        A fair price for a series rover??? I am of the opinion that it is something that you put a personal dollar figure on.

        I am not saying that it is not worth what it's worth but, we dont buy these things from a strictly utilitarian position.

        It sounds to me like you were not out looking for any deals on a series land rover, it just happened to be there.

        I have this rule of thumb, Offer what you think would be a deal on it. Based on what you have said anywhere from 1000.00 to 1500.00 would be good. After that, if the seller is not willing to move from the 4000.00 mark, figure what you would want to spend maximum, and, if it fits into that then buy it. You can expect to spend anywhere from 200.00 to 4000.00 fixing one of these things depending on what you consider drivable. More if you use the ECR aproach to rebuilding one of these.

        I spent 6500.00 on a 73 series III with 89999???????? miles that had a new galvanized frame, 2 engines, hard and soft top, uninstalled fairey OD, 15 boxes of spare parts, and a hydraulic plow set up. (the list goes on). I have spent 400.00 more on additional parts, aprox. 50 hours of quality time, and I cant even count how much more I have spent on beer while working on it but, I wanted it so I bought it.

        It is currently sitting in my driveway registered, insured, and inspected. I drive it about 200 miles per week. People think I'm crazy...

        GOOD LUCK AND WELCOME TO OUR NIGHTMARE!!!
        Tim M.
        Ashburnham, MA

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        • scott
          Overdrive
          • Oct 2006
          • 1226

          #19
          the wife thinks mine's a money pit, so what. my 16 y/o asked me once as she past me in the driveway where i was elbow deep in grease from a fairey hub refurbishing, "doesn't it get frustrating always have to work on that thing?" i turned, smiled and said "no dear, this is what i do to relax after getting frustrated with raising a teenager"
          '64 Series IIA 88 Canvas Tilt
          '68 Series IIA RHD Ambulance
          '76 Spitfire 1500
          '07 LR3 (Series Recovery Vehicle)

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          • badvibes
            3rd Gear
            • Mar 2007
            • 364

            #20
            runabout-

            Wow, tough call. But for $4000 I think I'd look around some more. Is this the truck you have to have? Remember these things are money pits. I bought mine for $500, fairly complete, not running. Needed a motor right off. All the mechanicals had to be gone thru. Then you start on the things you want, new/nicer seats etc etc. It doesn't end. Mine's my daily driver currently. If you're going to drive it be ready to work on it. Frequently. Last thing is I'd be sure to pre-lube the motor before you try to fire it up. Just my 2 cents worth. I'm sure that's an over-valuation. (is that even a real word?) Bottom line is it's your choice to make. A lot of people look at me like I'm a loon for driving a 43 year old truck.

            Jeff
            Last edited by badvibes; 09-05-2007, 12:47 PM.
            1964 Series 2A SW, LHD mostly stock, often runs!

            1991 Range Rover Hunter

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            • runabout
              Low Range
              • Sep 2007
              • 5

              #21
              Wow, this board is awesome. you guys are enthusiastic and active. I appreciate all the replies. I have decided to pass on rolling the dice with this one, but I have learned a ton in the process. Thanks for all the opinions. I will find the right one, but Im going to take my time. Thanks again.

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              • PH4
                3rd Gear
                • Jan 2007
                • 375

                #22
                Series Rovers and Boats are very similar in it is usually much easier and cost effective to purchase one at a decent price that has been refurbished by the previous owner. A little more $$ on the front end will most likely be cheaper in the long run. I have two Series and both are in good overall condition but they do require to be maintained. Not surprising as one is 45 year old and the other 35.

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                • xrover
                  Low Range
                  • May 2007
                  • 95

                  #23
                  Good luck finding the one thats right for you. If you find another one that you think would work for you look for rust everywhere first. The ones that have had no servicing tend to have the original frame. Spend a little extra to get one where the galvanized chassis and the bulkhead (firewall area) have been done. The rest of the Rover is not rediculous to purchase and can be serviced with a Haynes book and by referencing the GREEN BIBLE. But thats for another thread.

                  As far as for everything else. Part of the nostalgia of being the owner of one of these things is the original look. It drives the women crazy. (at least the ones your married too..... )

                  I have seen some that have perfect paint, met more who say they're planning on painting it soon, but the majority drive them the way they are. It's a Rover thing...

                  Last but not least, dont spend up to your last dime to buy one because, you will need some cash weekly/monthly to keep it going.

                  If you really want to see some of these up close, go to Don Fryes event this month on the 22nd and 23rd if your anywhere near MA.
                  Tim M.
                  Ashburnham, MA

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