|
It is currently Wed Nov 13, 2024 2:39 am
|
|
Page 1 of 1
|
[ 28 posts ] |
|
Thinking of selling my Bronco
Author |
Message |
dsmith01
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:50 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0
|
Thinking of selling my Bronco
Well guys, I'm getting married and the Bronco is a source of tension. I'm thinking of selling but don't know how much I should ask. Here's what I have:
1972 Frame Off Restore (frame and body blasted, POR15 on frame, SEM bedliner, new external paint) 351w EFI C4 with shift kit D20 9" rear, 4.56 gears and Detroit Locker D44 front, 4.56 gears and Gleason Torsen Locker 2.5" block lift (needs new shocks) Beard front seats - 3 point seat belts Toms Bronco Fold and Tumble Rear Seat Tuffy Center Console Bikini top only BCBroncos 23gal fuel tank, fuel lines, throttle linkage RJM Engine harness Centech Body harness No bumpers No heater
There are a few odds and ends that need to be completed but overall it is very finished. I hate to let it go but I think its time to move on. What do you guys think?
_________________ 1972 EB - Fuel Injected 351w, 33s, detroit rear
My Personal Website -
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 8:39 am |
|
|
jcb9089
Official CCB Member
Joined: Sun Feb 13, 2011 7:43 pm Posts: 266 Location: Falcon
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Really depends on the quality of work as to what you can get for it. Was the body/engine work professionally done? Is it running?
In my opinion, these things take so much work that it's hard to let them go, but the challenge of building one is most of the fun anyway. Once you lose the drive and passion for a project, it's better to move on otherwise it will most likely sit. My father started a 1950 Ford truck project 20 years ago but lost the desire to finish it 17 years ago. Instead of selling and moving on, he stored it because of the time and money invested. It stresses me out to have things sitting around, I prefer to clean house and move on.
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 9:19 am |
|
|
dsmith01
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:50 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
_________________ 1972 EB - Fuel Injected 351w, 33s, detroit rear
My Personal Website -
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 9:30 am |
|
|
Jesus_man
Official CCB Member
Joined: Thu Nov 11, 2010 10:36 am Posts: 5984 Location: California
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
I followed your build and I saw you transform what most would have tossed into the scrap heap, into a real gem! I am really sorry to hear that it's causing issues. Part of a relationship is learning to at least tolerate the others passions, within reason.
But it shows huge commitment on your part to be willing to do this. I just hate to see it come to this.
_________________ 1973 Bronco, 351 SEFI, Locked, discs, 35's ZF-5spd and Atlas 4spd. 235:1 Crawl Ratio. It may be ugly, but it's slow. http://www.ucora.org
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 9:53 am |
|
|
dsmith01
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:50 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
_________________ 1972 EB - Fuel Injected 351w, 33s, detroit rear
My Personal Website -
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 9:58 am |
|
|
sbolt19
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Oct 06, 2010 10:04 am Posts: 740 Images: 0
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
I'm not going to say you should or shouldn't sell it. Thats your decision and I hate that you have to make one like that. But when I got married 13 years ago, I had a '48 Willys & my Bronco that I was in the process of getting parts together for a restore. I also had a Honda 250XR. I had all three before I met my girlfriend (now wife) and she made a comment when we were dating about the EB being a POS. I simply told her then that the Bronco, Willys & bike were mine before she was and if she didn't like it, she could find someone else. It made a point which is what I wanted to do. My point being, ask her why she doesn't like it, what is the point of contention with it and maybe you can get somewhere on common ground with it. My wife's dad & brother used to give me massive amount of crap for the Bronco until I pointed out that #1 I can fix it when something goes wrong or breaks & #2 that the monthly car payment that they had was as much money as I put into general maintenance per year on the Bronco. Even with them driving a newer PU truck and gas prices, I was coming out ahead of where they were annually. The addition that I can go everywhere they can and also places that they never dreamed of pretty much put a sock in both of their mouths. I haven't heard a single word about it from either in at least 10 years. I guess what I am saying is talk to your gal, ask her what is the problem with it and why she doesn't like it. Get it out in the open because I will tell you right now, if you get rid of it without knowing why you did, it will still be a wedge between the two of you for years to come. If she makes you sell it and you don't really want to.....honestly, it isn't anywhere that you want to start an even ground on because you won't be on even ground. Let me put it to you this way, I still have both the Willys & my EB. I got rid of the bike because I ran it into the ground, but my wife has asked me why I don't go buy another one. My 8 year old son has already claimed my Willys for when he is 16.
**Edit** I should also mention that if you are ok, and solid with selling it, then do it, but I would research extensively what you have vs. what the going rate is and then put it on Craigslist in California, New York, Texas & Florida. You can get top dollar there for it.
Last edited by sbolt19 on Thu Sep 26, 2013 10:24 am, edited 1 time in total.
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 10:21 am |
|
|
Justin
Official CCB Member
Joined: Sun Oct 10, 2010 12:04 am Posts: 6198 Images: 0 Location: Lakewood
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
[Social worker input]I think you shouldn't sell it unless you're sure you'll feel OK about 5 years from now. It may be a source of tension, but the sale may also turn into an issue if there is lasting resentment on your part. [/Social worker input]
What size tires are you running? The truck sounds rust-free, is that a safe assumption? How long ago was the restore?
Prices are tough to set right now since the market has been pretty volatile. Broncos are worth 25-40% more than they were a couple of years ago. Pics will help a lot, but it sounds like you may have a 10-15K rig in the current market, especially if you take care of some of the little things like bumpers.
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 10:22 am |
|
|
jcb9089
Official CCB Member
Joined: Sun Feb 13, 2011 7:43 pm Posts: 266 Location: Falcon
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Sbolt19 has very wise advice.
"I guess what I am saying is talk to your gal, ask her what is the problem with it and why she doesn't like it. Get it out in the open because I will tell you right now, if you get rid of it without knowing why you did, it will still be a wedge between the two of you for years to come."
I've been married 13 years as well but my wife never pushes me to give up my Broncos. She understands it's more than money and time, it's peace of mind which makes for a better marriage.
But, if you both agree it's doesn't have a place in your mutual goals and interests, let it go. I would look on ebay for equivalent style/upgrades and price it that way.
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 10:42 am |
|
|
dsmith01
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:50 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Sbolt and Justin,
I am okay with selling it. I really think it is time to move on and the tension it has caused was only the primer for my final decision. I'd like a newer vehicle and something I don't have to worry about getting stolen as much. I'd like to get into rafting (something we both enjoy) a little more and having the Bronco as a shuttle vehicle and leaving it at parking lots with a softtop and soft doors is more than disturbing. Of course there are other ways to address this problem; I could buy another vehicle, etc. Then again, that's what I would do if I sold it.
There is no rust. It's been garaged since completed last summer. I'm going to take it to the car wash today to rinse off the dust and will post some pics.
_________________ 1972 EB - Fuel Injected 351w, 33s, detroit rear
My Personal Website -
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 10:51 am |
|
|
Justin
Official CCB Member
Joined: Sun Oct 10, 2010 12:04 am Posts: 6198 Images: 0 Location: Lakewood
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Glad to hear it. Sounds like it is very likely a 15k rig.
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 11:33 am |
|
|
Peter Werlin
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Sep 18, 2013 10:52 pm Posts: 101
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
If you read my 25 year restoration post I started you know where my opinion lies. Yours is mostly done! The EB has become a cult classic. Prices will only continue to rise. With the increased value it is a great investment. If you sell it she is going to resent the lustful looks you will always have for any Bronco that passes you on the street...kind of like looking at another girl. Plus, your raft won't look as good being towed by any other vehicle! Keep it for now and see how it goes. My dad sold his Porshe 356 speedster in 1958 to buy living room furniture! I think he cursed the coffee table every time he went by it! Make sure it's not a sign of things to come! Bring it to the lunch on the 6th. Peter
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 1:47 pm |
|
|
dsmith01
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:50 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
_________________ 1972 EB - Fuel Injected 351w, 33s, detroit rear
My Personal Website -
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 4:39 pm |
|
|
Peter Werlin
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Sep 18, 2013 10:52 pm Posts: 101
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Wow! Looks great...keep the truck!!! Peter
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 6:44 pm |
|
|
dsmith01
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:50 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
_________________ 1972 EB - Fuel Injected 351w, 33s, detroit rear
My Personal Website -
|
Thu Sep 26, 2013 7:16 pm |
|
|
Jesus_man
Official CCB Member
Joined: Thu Nov 11, 2010 10:36 am Posts: 5984 Location: California
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
There is no easy answer. And you are asking opinions of a bias crowd... But a lot of us are married and knows what comes along with it. I know my wife has complained about the time I have spent in the garage or on a wheeling trip, but she knows that this is my "me" time. I could be spending that time in a bar doing who knows what, but I choose wrenching instead.
Your rig is among the nicest in the club and I'd hate to know how many of your hours were spent bringing it back to life. And it wasn't long ago either.
sbolt is right tho. If you sell it and regret it later, you've gained nothing. And having been down that road and known many others who have as well (with different vehicles), I really think you will regret this. As Peter said, you can make it into an awesome rafting rig. Find a nice hard top, doors, paint and you are reasonably secured. You can put in some sort of electrical hidden switch to kill power if you are worried about it being stolen.
See what it is she hates about it. See if you can work that out. Is there a project shes spent years and countless hours on so she can understand how much of your life was poured into this? And getting something new isn't going to be cheap, so spending money on this shouldn't be the source.
Communication - just don't let it get heated.
_________________ 1973 Bronco, 351 SEFI, Locked, discs, 35's ZF-5spd and Atlas 4spd. 235:1 Crawl Ratio. It may be ugly, but it's slow. http://www.ucora.org
|
Fri Sep 27, 2013 12:30 am |
|
|
ZOSO
Moderator
Joined: Mon Nov 15, 2010 5:58 pm Posts: 3906 Location: Henderson, Co
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
the answer is simple. keep the bronco and ditch the soon to be wife. There is a lady out there that will love the bronco. Problem solved.
On a serious note sad to see you think about selling it. I saw your first posts on colo4x4 about it and give big kudos to you for bringing a new life back to what was a serious rust bucket. Good luck on what ever you choose and im sure you'll regret selling the bronco.
_________________ Rob
74 Ranger EFI351w, 4r70w, ARB 5.13 9in, ARB 5.13D44, and a bunch of other goodies. Best of all the family memories.
04 Mustang Cobra, KenneBell 2.2 feeding a lot of boost on E85. Tire shredding machine
New project: 77 Bronco Ranger, body work and more body work.
Very little left of a 72 durango tan explorer sport
|
Fri Sep 27, 2013 5:43 am |
|
|
66Crawler
Official CCB Member
Joined: Fri Jan 27, 2012 4:41 pm Posts: 92 Location: Longmont, CO
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Looks like a nice truck.
If you are going to sell it spend a few more bucks and put some bumpers on it. It will show much better.
I would also find some used wheels to get rid of the white wagon wheels.
I think you should get good money for it.
_________________ 66 1/2 Cab Rock Toy 68 Mall Crawler (someday)
|
Fri Sep 27, 2013 8:04 am |
|
|
landshark
Official CCB Member
Joined: Fri Oct 14, 2011 12:16 am Posts: 3942 Location: Denver, Wash Park Area
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
_________________ 1976 Bronco "Green, Yellow, whatever", 1969 Bronco "Red", 1972 Bronco Stocker "Kind of Blue/Grayish"
|
Fri Sep 27, 2013 8:48 am |
|
|
dsmith01
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:50 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Great suggestions. I've seen some cheap used bumpers on Craigslist so that shouldn't be a problem. Wheels are pricey though, I'll see what I can do.
All I have is the bikini top. Nice tops are $$$
_________________ 1972 EB - Fuel Injected 351w, 33s, detroit rear
My Personal Website -
|
Fri Sep 27, 2013 9:54 am |
|
|
Entourage
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Sep 29, 2010 5:45 pm Posts: 3275 Location: Gilbert, Arizona
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
IF you do decide to sell, your timing couldn't be better. It is shocking to see what is happening in the EB market due to recent TV exposure. I sold my Bronco for a down payment on a house less than a year ago and now that I am ready to get back in, dog crap is selling for more than I sold mine for. It also seems to be a common theme on cb.com. Your Bronco is the type that most buyser are looking for. It looks amazing in pictures and would do really well on eBay. Like stated above - chrome bumpers and finish any loose ends and it would sell super fast. May be an easy way to let the free market decide if you should sell i.e. put it on there with a reserve of $xx.xxx and if it hits that amount, sell it. If not, wait till spring or don't sell. Dont forget the classified ads on cb.com - that is one of the places that I watch consistantly. Also, nothing wring with puting it on the craigslist of someplace warm - it is starting Bronco season here in Phoenix so make sure you market it to warmer climates, just disclose your location. a $500-700 delivery fee is nothing to a potential buyer when they find the right truck.
BTW - It is great to finally see pics of your Bronco. It turned out amazing and should be very proud of what you built. I know it was a hard build and the time, energy, and frustration really paid off.
My advice on selling the Bronco: rate your Bronco and rate the significant other - it one is a 10 and the other is an 8, the decision is easy :) Totally kidding - ho's before Bronc-ho's. Best of luck in your decision and keep us updated.
_________________ "I truly believe that good will outweigh evil, but there won't be peace on earth until the power of love overcomes the love of power" - Jimi Hendrix
|
Wed Oct 02, 2013 10:39 am |
|
|
Justin
Official CCB Member
Joined: Sun Oct 10, 2010 12:04 am Posts: 6198 Images: 0 Location: Lakewood
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Best guess, you've got a 10k Bronco, although I'm not sure with the current market. As was said above, chrome bumpers and a nice set of craiglist wheels will tack at least 2k onto that. As Entourage said, your truck is perfect for ebay.
|
Wed Oct 02, 2013 2:06 pm |
|
|
landshark
Official CCB Member
Joined: Fri Oct 14, 2011 12:16 am Posts: 3942 Location: Denver, Wash Park Area
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
_________________ 1976 Bronco "Green, Yellow, whatever", 1969 Bronco "Red", 1972 Bronco Stocker "Kind of Blue/Grayish"
|
Wed Oct 02, 2013 4:25 pm |
|
|
Justin
Official CCB Member
Joined: Sun Oct 10, 2010 12:04 am Posts: 6198 Images: 0 Location: Lakewood
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Whatever number you pick, start high. The market, ebay especially, seems to be willing to bear idiotic prices right now.
|
Wed Oct 02, 2013 8:02 pm |
|
|
Colorado75bronc
Official CCB Member
Joined: Fri Oct 22, 2010 7:13 pm Posts: 996
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
I would agree 20k plus, I'd list it around 22-25 to start, like Chris stated you have a lot of desirable mods. And I don't believe a recently restored eb with efi and a 351 priced in that range is far from idiotic, I believe that in some cases people expect way to much out of a 10k truck, so much so that they believe they should get a truck that has 60k in it for 20k
_________________ 75' bronco, 302, carb'd for now, i'm gathering parts for efi, 3g alternator, saginaw pump, 4x4x2 box, fw hp44, fw 9", N.P. 435 w/ gearbanger shifter, twin stick'd dana 20, 2" BL, 5.5" wildhorses lift, and 35" km2's
|
Fri Nov 01, 2013 5:45 pm |
|
|
valentino
Official CCB Member
Joined: Sat Jan 22, 2011 9:35 am Posts: 207
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Did you ever sell your bronco?If so do you have a haynes manual you want to get rid of?
|
Tue Nov 12, 2013 11:17 pm |
|
|
dsmith01
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:50 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Well guys, the time has come. I'm officially listing the Bronco for sale. I'll post it in the for sale section this weekend after I finish a few more things. I'm going to to try and sell it locally first but will put it on Ebay if it doesn't sell within a week or 2.
I took some of your suggestions to heart and got some polished slot wheels and new black bumpers. I also finished up some interior work with new interior quarter panels, new stereo, amp and speakers.
Listing it at 25K OBO.
_________________ 1972 EB - Fuel Injected 351w, 33s, detroit rear
My Personal Website -
|
Fri Mar 21, 2014 9:19 am |
|
|
Error404
Official CCB Member
Joined: Fri Aug 16, 2013 8:33 am Posts: 92 Location: COLORADO SPRINGS
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Couldn't find a compromise? I got the green light from the lady to get another bronco.. but I have to buy her a vw bug first.. (I told her only way is if we make her bug as cool as we can). Give take..
_________________ 1996 bronco 4bt sas . 1972 bronco 10k mi no motor no trans..unfortunately rolled in 1973. Left for me to bring back from the dead.
|
Fri Mar 21, 2014 9:30 am |
|
|
dsmith01
Official CCB Member
Joined: Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:50 pm Posts: 215 Images: 0
|
Re: Thinking of selling my Bronco
Its really more of my decision at this point. There are other things I want to spend the money on.
_________________ 1972 EB - Fuel Injected 351w, 33s, detroit rear
My Personal Website -
|
Fri Mar 21, 2014 10:37 am |
|
|
|
|
Page 1 of 1
|
[ 28 posts ] |
|
Who is online |
Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 2 guests |
|
You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot post attachments in this forum
|
|