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Well, I guess a car in that condition is basically like buying a new car.
In other words, how much would you pay for a truly new high-performance sports car? For example, a new Porsche 911 will run you over $75K... a BMW 7-series is over $80K... a Lotus Elise is $44K... and even a new Vette starts at around $48K.
So... given that... how much would you pay for a 'new' vintage Tiger?
Seems almost reasonable, given the alternatives.
I've been investing in and restoring vintage cars for almost 40 years now, and I have yet to lose money on a single one.
Unfortunately cars can become so pretty (and valuable) that people become hesitant to drive them!
Hi,
In my opinion, I can't see the point in 'moth balling' a car like this...cars are made for driving. I think the car is definitely worth a high dollar value judging by the pictures (close up may be different), but I also think the price is inflated due to the car yard (they always seem to inflate the price so it looks like your getting a bargain when haggling over price). In staying that, a Tiger restored to this standard in Australia would get at least the asking price if not more.
Regards, Robin.
Rob,
Given the AU$ i'd say that car is cheap by Au standards, lets be honest.. your car cost almost twice that amount.