FS: 1970 Olds 442 W-30, with 18,324 orig miles

[eilig]

Actually, CSX, you're not far from the truth...

Assigning "market value" to a car like this is admitedly difficult. So, to a large degree, here's what dictated the price:

My father is the owner. He's undergone 4 major spine surgeries in the last 5 years, and is now physically disabled. His health insurance provider considered his condition "pre-existing" so none of the surgeries were covered -- and none were inexpensive.

Needless to say, selling a car that's been in the family since 1970 is no easy thing. But neither is seeing your dad in a wheelchair, unable to afford his next surgery, and at risk of losing his house. He does NOT want to sell it -- but said that if doing so pays all his existing medical bills, that we should do it. If selling it makes these problems go away -- entirely -- then he'll do it. Otherwise, no go. Simple as that.

Thus, the price you see listed.

As further sidenote, my dad won the AHRA Nationals in 1960 running "The Lemon," an A/Altered 1933 Ford Coupe with an injected Olds engine. Car guys in/around Omaha know of him, and his cohorts George Roseland, Jerry Vincintini, Don Sears, et.al.

Thanks for the opportunity to elaborate. Not trying to give you a sob story, just wanted to explain the logic behind a very difficult sale.

[Stuart Adams]

Reflecting, being in a wheelchair would suck. Hope everything works out for your family.

[csx289]

Very sorry to hear the circumstances behind the sale. I figured there had to be a good reason for it. My father is in a similar predicament, he was diagnosed with cancer after he retired and during the "waiting period" with his new insurance. Needless to say, it has not been cheap or enjoyable, but where there is a will there is a way. I'd trade all of my cars if it came down to flesh and blood vs. gas tires and oil.

Again, your family should be proud of the preservation they did with the W30. I have a similar car, 23k mile black 4 speed car I purchased from the 2nd owner. It is really special to find a car somebody obviously loved. They are only original once!

I wish your father luck as well as luck in finding a buyer. At a price many times the accepted value it will not be easy, but it sounds like he doesn't really want to let go - which I understand completely! After all the years and care that W30 likely feels like family to you.

Hey, if you get the 350k please let us know!

Best to you and your Dad-
Colin

[eilig]

Thanks guys -- obviously I'm new to this forum. But already hugely impressed with the quality of individuals I'm finding here. Even though it is difficult circumstances that brought me here, looking forward to being a member well into the future!

[Stuart Adams]

Awesome, that's great. Great people here, and if you want accurate info - this be da place. I really hope everything goes well at home. Cool car by the way.