1966 F100 - Value
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1966 F100 - Value
Hi Guys,
I am almost afraid to ask, but what does a 1966 F100 go for? Its in good condition, has fresh paint, power brakes (front discs), a top end rebuilt inline 6, new interior....
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1966 Ford F-100 Restoration - a set on Flickr
I am almost afraid to ask, but what does a 1966 F100 go for? Its in good condition, has fresh paint, power brakes (front discs), a top end rebuilt inline 6, new interior....
Here are some photos
1966 Ford F-100 Restoration - a set on Flickr
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I'd say a truck like that will often be offered from 8-10k. I see them on ebay all the time, seems the bids rarely get that high though....
What's weird is that you can get an "unrestored" 61-66 for pretty cheap; one that runs and drives and doesn't have hardly any rust. I realize that people probably have 8-10k in those trucks they're offering, and that's why they cost that much, but a lot of times, they aren't that much different than a less expensive unmolested one.
So I'd say, if you have the money to buy a "restored" version and avoid the headaches and costs involved in restoring it yourself, go ahead and do it for 10k or less. You almost certainly can't get one to that point for that price, especially if you factor in time and effort. I don't think these trucks will go down in value before they go up.
Although, the wide track of that front end would drive me nuts....
*just my opinion. That truck is only worth what you want to pay for it....
What's weird is that you can get an "unrestored" 61-66 for pretty cheap; one that runs and drives and doesn't have hardly any rust. I realize that people probably have 8-10k in those trucks they're offering, and that's why they cost that much, but a lot of times, they aren't that much different than a less expensive unmolested one.
So I'd say, if you have the money to buy a "restored" version and avoid the headaches and costs involved in restoring it yourself, go ahead and do it for 10k or less. You almost certainly can't get one to that point for that price, especially if you factor in time and effort. I don't think these trucks will go down in value before they go up.
Although, the wide track of that front end would drive me nuts....
*just my opinion. That truck is only worth what you want to pay for it....
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Trucks in that condition that are SWB with V8's in central IN have asking prices between $5500 & $6500. There is a full tilt custom Uni that is at $15,000 but he hasn't moved that truck either. I did see a LWB not that long ago that was advertised at $8500. I have no idea if he sold it.
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Thanks for all the info guys. Unfortunately I put 9 grand total into buying and fixing her up. If I can sell her for $8500, Im not too worried about it, but if I sell her in the 4 to 5K range, I guess its an expensive lesson.
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Oh if you planned on making money doing a F100 we all could have let you know it's a labor of love. Not knowing what you started with but to have 9K into it isn't bad given what the average truck looks like vs what you have now. I won't even have paint when I get to 9K in mine.
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The key with me is that the fun and enjoyment comes from doing the work myself. I want the satisfaction of doing a good job. I also want the ability, when someone asks about the truck, to be able to say I did the work. I have issues with those who farm out the work to a professional and then act very proud of their restored car when they only paid for it. This was an issue off and on in Mustang Monthly when they published a letter of mine about professionals distorting the hobby. At least one fellow wrote back saying that while he had the money to pay for the professional he could never claim the pride in doing any of the work like I did which he missed out on. So I would never buy your truck at anywhere near that price. I am also under no delusions that my truck would ever sell for all the money and time I put into it.
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There in lies the rub. When I bought mine I paid $1200 for it while a redone truck would have cost in the area of $4000. Now I knew I would put at least $1000 in it in the first two months on basic mechanical issues. Once I got to the body, paint, trim, interior and the like I would be another $2500 since I do body work and paint myself.
The key with me is that the fun and enjoyment comes from doing the work myself. I want the satisfaction of doing a good job. I also want the ability, when someone asks about the truck, to be able to say I did the work. I have issues with those who farm out the work to a professional and then act very proud of their restored car when they only paid for it. This was an issue off and on in Mustang Monthly when they published a letter of mine about professionals distorting the hobby. At least one fellow wrote back saying that while he had the money to pay for the professional he could never claim the pride in doing any of the work like I did which he missed out on. So I would never buy your truck at anywhere near that price. I am also under no delusions that my truck would ever sell for all the money and time I put into it.
The key with me is that the fun and enjoyment comes from doing the work myself. I want the satisfaction of doing a good job. I also want the ability, when someone asks about the truck, to be able to say I did the work. I have issues with those who farm out the work to a professional and then act very proud of their restored car when they only paid for it. This was an issue off and on in Mustang Monthly when they published a letter of mine about professionals distorting the hobby. At least one fellow wrote back saying that while he had the money to pay for the professional he could never claim the pride in doing any of the work like I did which he missed out on. So I would never buy your truck at anywhere near that price. I am also under no delusions that my truck would ever sell for all the money and time I put into it.
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There aren't many 66's around and the ones here are all stylesides so a flair is noticable.
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Many good points in the previous posts.
As John said, (Oz 66), not many slicks down here, so those that live in a particular area are relatively well known.
Many a resident in my town has seen me driving my old girl like I stole it.
Christ, I'm 57 and drive it like a kid with a new toy.
Over here, I had to pay $10k to buy her. She was a stocko but I really wanted something to suit me, so I modified a few things.
The purists mightn't like it, but I couldn't give a toss. I like it.
I've spent heaps on it, maybe an additional $25k, but I don't care. This will probably be my last project.
Do I think it's worth it, hell yeah, wouldn't change a thing. Even the missus enjoys it, so now we've joined a club again. I've started a website where I do car show and cruise reports, and we also cruise on down to Harry's Diner, just out of Brisbane, the first Friday of every month, have a meal there and hang out with other like minded people.
I'm having a ball, and really, isn't that what this scene is all about?
I'd say, spend wisely, but in the end, do what makes you happy and stuff the rest.
I'll shut up now,,,, lolol.
Cheers, Ron.
As John said, (Oz 66), not many slicks down here, so those that live in a particular area are relatively well known.
Many a resident in my town has seen me driving my old girl like I stole it.
Christ, I'm 57 and drive it like a kid with a new toy.
Over here, I had to pay $10k to buy her. She was a stocko but I really wanted something to suit me, so I modified a few things.
The purists mightn't like it, but I couldn't give a toss. I like it.
I've spent heaps on it, maybe an additional $25k, but I don't care. This will probably be my last project.
Do I think it's worth it, hell yeah, wouldn't change a thing. Even the missus enjoys it, so now we've joined a club again. I've started a website where I do car show and cruise reports, and we also cruise on down to Harry's Diner, just out of Brisbane, the first Friday of every month, have a meal there and hang out with other like minded people.
I'm having a ball, and really, isn't that what this scene is all about?
I'd say, spend wisely, but in the end, do what makes you happy and stuff the rest.
I'll shut up now,,,, lolol.
Cheers, Ron.
Last edited by RottenRon; Dec 6, 2011 at 08:08 AM. Reason: missed something
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I'm with Ron. We have just over $6K in ours & are planning on coming in just around $20K when finished. I didn't start the project with investment in mind. I wanted a nice street truck that I could drive. I balance what I have in it against what it would take to replace it with something new. There is no way I could buy a new truck setup the way I want for $20K. For me it's money well spent.