I've located a 1970 Stage 1 that has undergone some cosmetic changes and would appreciate the board's opinion. I'll begin with the fact that the complete drivetrain is numbers matching, including the carb and distributor. It is a non-air car. The car was originally a white/black vinyl top with pearl white notchback seat interior. It is now Stratomist Blue and has been stripped of the vinyl top. The seating is now bucket seats w/floor console, still pearl white. The car needs nothing, it's beautiful in, out, and under. So my concerns are how the cosmetic changes affect the value of the car compared to authentic examples. Any replies are very much appreciated.
Everything still depends on the quality and condition, but all things being the same, $10-15k lower for the changes IMO when I'm buying.
I was just at a Mecum auction in Chicago. A less attractive 70 GS Stage1 auto with buckets (Gold/Brown) failed to sell at 50K. It was documented. So if there is a discount to be considered for color changes, it seems to be baked in to the price you mention 2 fold. My .02
Not yet, but I have multiple photos all reflecting the outstanding condition. Trying to decide on making the trip. Being a purist myself, but also having a budget, I'm torn. A fully authentic car is more than I can afford.
hit $29k last time on ebay, has been listed several times this year. More pics here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1970-Buick-...uNuGIMqxDn7pM8KPldpgk%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
Stage 1 emblems on fenders not in the correct place, to close to the GS. Wonder if it had fenders replaced. or ?
These experts will spot everything wrong about the car quickly...If your a truest then you will want the original color, top and seating as you described... If not and it's the car you want then pull the trigger...Most people do not even know how to read cowl tags anyway...The look at the car, not options on a cowl tag to see if its correct...Doesn't sound like they are trying to hide anything...
