Shannons Melbourne results

[motec 6.9]

Some amazingly low prices last night as most had no reserve. RR Shadow 10k, V12 Jag 3k , Nash 8k, And the 34 Desoto and Chrysler Airflows 20k each . http://www.shannons.com.au/auctions/2015-shannons-melbourne-autumn-classic-auction/

 

[BenzBoy]

The results were very disappointing for the sellers - and great for buyers. However, I noted on the inspection reports of a number of the cars that there was considerable underbody rust and that is going to scare any buyer who has done a proper investigation. I seriously considered the big BMW coupe but underneath the body it had sufficient corrosion to turn me off - my days of chasing Italian rust (or any other sort of rust) are over and I would rather deal with mechanical issues than deal with a never-ending corrosion problem.
A good sound Shadow sells for considerably more and I advise prospective buyers to stay away from neglected examples unless they want to take on a major project.
The car market is all a bit strange at the moment. The Economy is all a bit strange at the moment and I don't see it stabilising for the next few years.
Regards,
Brian

 

[260ebenz]

Interesting to know the condition report for the 380SEC & 450SLC?

http://www.shannons.com.au/auctions...n/mercedes-benz-380-sec-coupe-1/#.VUlDJdEcRjo

http://www.shannons.com.au/auctions...on/mercedes-benz-450slc-coupe-6/#.VUlDMtEcRjo

 

[BenzBoy]

Interesting to know the condition report for the 380SEC & 450SLC?

http://www.shannons.com.au/auctions...n/mercedes-benz-380-sec-coupe-1/#.VUlDJdEcRjo

http://www.shannons.com.au/auctions...on/mercedes-benz-450slc-coupe-6/#.VUlDMtEcRjo

Both had underbody rust if I remember correctly.
Regards,
Brian

 

[260ebenz]

380SEC sold for $6800 and $5000 for the 450SLC.

Imagine to think the cost of underbody rust repairs?

 

[motec 6.9]

Both were no good examples. W126 stated small fire wall leak and back window leak. Meaning hidden rust. But a few bargains the WB Statesman had a great report reflected I guess in 15k selling price. Same as Nash had an above average report.

 

[BenzBoy]

Both were no good examples. W126 stated small fire wall leak and back window leak. Meaning hidden rust. But a few bargains the WB Statesman had a great report reflected I guess in 15k selling price. Same as Nash had an above average report.

Good stuff usually does get a good price - poor stuff also sometimes gets a good price if bought by the unknowing.....
A Statesman in good condition is a nice car to drive and own - and I like the styling of this particular model.
Regards,
Brian

 

[CraigS]

I think I would rather the 450 SLC that I bought for $5,000 than the Shannons one. At least mine doesn't have rust and leather interior. It also must be a 1975 model as it is a D-Jet.

 

[SEL_69L]

I think that classic car auction prices are going to soften, as the Australian economy softens.

 

[motec 6.9]

Yes I think you are right . Now a P11 for 30-40K would get my attention .