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Originally Posted by ficke
#2 cars could win a local or regional show. They can be former #1 cars that have been driven or have aged. Seasoned observers will have to look closely for flaws, but will be able to find some not seen by the general public. The paint, chrome, glass and interior will all appear as excellent.
Just to be very clear, a car with different or even better brakes and wheels would not "drive as a new car of its era would" once again eliminating a modified car as a possible #2
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Who cares how Hagerty values a car with a few parts changed that make it better. I think they are jaded with all the fakes that permeate the other cars they know about. A # 1 condition car with the wrong brakes, exhaust, intercooler etc. Commmon!! If you can get someone to discount their #1 or #2 car at a 25 to 40% discount you, like they, are missing the forest for the trees. I'll even take it with a few stones in tire treads to seal the deal. What a bunch of blather and worse yet some actually think this is the real deal. If it's #1 or #2 with the correct parts installed and the gravel removed along with any other dirt. Get out your tooth brush and make $25 to $50K a pop if you can find anyone foolish to believe that stuff. Why would anyone sell a #1 or #2 car for #3 money if all it needs is $5 to $10K in parts with a professional full detail?? If taken literally, their condition assessment makes no sense. Also as far as true #1 values, originals bring lots more than restored #1s. Mainly because if restored it is not truly original anymore. I do not see that explained in their value assessment. This would also be relevant in #2 cars if original, not restored or need to be.. For #3 originals that just need a professional detail and minor repairs to be # 2, lots of money to be made if sellers believe Hagerty's broad brush assessments. Still original #1 #2 or #3, big value difference vs restored to original #1 and ageing original vs aging older restored in #2 or #3 catagories