We move along in our lives, doing our thing when pivotal moments shock us into a new reality. Your kid got their first car, and now they’re gone enjoying their new freedom and rarely home. Or they’ve moved out, and all those dishes in the kitchen are only yours.
And how about those years saving and planning for retirement are finally at your doorstep? We adjust and readjust to a lifetime changes as they happen. Our hobbies and interests shift too. And maybe this is the last summer showing off your classic Porsche, Jaguar, or Mercedes. Although you’ll continue to enjoy attending one of California’s many summer car events, it’s time to pull back on participating. It’s finally the moment to let go of the responsibilities involved with owning a classic beauty to enjoy more freedom.
Or maybe you’ve been attending classic car shows with your uncle over the years, piggybacking on his ownership of a 1969 Porsche 911e Coupe. But your uncle has passed away, and because of your enthusiasm for his car, he’s passed it on to you. Showing up and hanging out with him at car shows has left many beloved memories, but you don’t have the resources to care for the car properly.
In either of these scenarios, you are ready to let go of that classic car, but not sure how to go about it. It’s not like a ‘regular old car’ that’s dropped off at a dealership where you take whatever offer a dealer makes. This is a classic luxury automobile. It may be worth even more than when it first glided off a dealer lot years ago.
Stay cool and call us for a classic car appraisal.
Not knowing how to sell your classic luxury sports car isn’t unusual. Our Dusty Cars team is immersed in classic car culture and loves a good car show where we get to admire classic supercars. And we know plenty of other admirers who may have a list of stats and history in their heads, but they aren’t sure what the current value of the car is. It’s because the classic car market always changes. And our Dusty Cars team is ready to come out on hot or cool days and provide a professional classic car appraisal.
For example, when your uncle bought that Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 in 1985, it sold for around $27k. Today, the car can sell for up to $50k. The actual price will depend upon the car’s current condition and other factors. If your uncle lovingly maintained that classic Porsche and it’s in prime condition, that’s good news for you!
Or let’s say your grandfather passed down a Jaguar E-Type Series 1 from 1961 to you. The limited supply and collector interest remain steady. So, again, if that Jaguar is in excellent condition, the price could go north of $80k today.
And if you want to give some of your earnings to a charity in your uncle’s name, consider groups like the Classic Car Club of America Education Foundation. This organization helps preserve the legacy of classic cars by teaching the next generation how to appreciate and care for them.
But first, contact us for a classic car appraisal!