34 flatbed , Another whats it worth ???

[1932 V8]

Here we go again. I know a lot of people don't like these kind of threads but they do serve a purpose . In this case the truck is owned by a lady who has no idea what it is worth in today's market .She has tried to do some research but really has no idea where to start . I told her I would post this so we can see what people's opinions are. She does want to sell it and I am interested if the price falls where I think it should be for a fair deal . She has been told many things along the way and doesn't know who to believe at this point. Hopefully this will help her . I will describe it as best I can from my brief look . Fairly solid cab,rust in the bottom of the doors and lower cab corners . The truck has sat outside for many years with no attention.It has a 59ab in it that did run when parked.Unfortunately the carb has been off for many years and the intake was open to the elements. Engine does not turn over by hand. Tires were new a few years back but they have been low on air and in one spot for years . She had the gas tank sent out( with help from her son) and it was repaired ???? is what she was told so we can assume the tank is in decent shape.It's still at her sons house .The carb was rebuild years ago also and that is why it is not on the engine. It was removed/rebuilt and ended there . The interior is very basic and the dash has a few extra holes in it . .The wood on the flatbed is curling and starting to rot .At one time she said this was a very nice truck that was used in parades and kept indoors . That was long ago . Here are the pics .

Thanks for any and all help

 

[FlatheadTed]

Nice old truck ,Joe .

 

[jimTN]

No need to worry about getting a new Ford for it. In that condition, a hard sell for much over a few thousand dollars. Best buyer would be a business that would want it fixed up for advertising. Would be a great fun truck for someone with time, money and storage capacity. Thise cabs seem to go for around 2K and with the front end sheet metal maybe a little more.

 

[jim wyrick]

here is what they look like with time and a few dollars

 

[1932 V8]

Jim Wyrick , that is a very nice looking truck . I would love to have this truck look that nice someday . It all comes down to money unfortunately. The owner was told what it was worth years ago which of course is a lot more than what it is worth now . That makes it hard for her to trust strangers that are interested in the truck telling her what they think the current value is hence the post. She is a very nice lady and would like to see the truck go to a loving home . With all that being said , anyone out there with opinions ?? Just throw some numbers down , don't be shy . Thank you .

 

[G.M.]

If a person paid $3,000 for it, it would be hard to restore for less than $15,000 in parts and some outside labor. Plus you have your own time and labor in it for a truck that would be hard to sell in the $20,000 range if almost perfect. G.M.

 

[V12Bill]

I saw two trucks of this era and condition sell at auction a few years back(2005?). Both were running and had "A" frame booms on the rear with no beds. There was active bidding and they sold for about $4,500 each.

 

[geocorse111]

I had a 34 a few years back, picked up in Kansas. Paid $4000 plus shipping. Similar condition. Stored in my car port until I had to move. Sold it for what I paid, not including shipping. It was a 157" wheel base, dumping stake. Heavy use on the farm. I got the motor to turn over, cleaned the front brakes up and put a coat of primer on. Just need to find the right buyer.

 

[bluardun]

GM stated it corretly. Do the math in reverse. What is a restored truck worth in todays market? Subtract the cost of restoration; paint, uphostry, engine overhaul, tires, etc. The remainor is the value of the truck. Note: Your labor isn't in the equaizion.
That brings us to the point, which is how bad you want the truck. Love is blind.
Sometimes we forget, This is a hobby. All hobbys require time and money.