Barrett-Jackson and cheap speedsters

I was looking at auction results on the barrett-jackson website and noticed the price of original speedsters. I thought they would be in the 90's and higher but 40-55k seems to be the norm. I also found it interesting that most of the replica were selling in the 25-35k range. I did find one replica that I would have traded mine for that sold for $7,600. The only speedsters in the 80s/90s were Seinfelds pristine cars. Just thought it was interesting.
Scott

Very much so!!!

Scott, you are right about on the money there.. The main thing you have to remember is the RUST element and to what degree you have been exposed. it's not a matter IF you have been exposed it's a matter to what degree, any OLD car will have and maybe NOT show any rust but it is there.. I promise you that. Any person telling you that there car is rust free 57 you better wake up... That's where you will fine the 40 to 55 marks, and I can promise you one other thing my friend I will not spend that kind of money for a near future rust bucket.. Hence why you see the replica's doing so well at 25 to 35 even as much as 40K. But keep looking I scored mine for a great deal. But I was looking for a good 16 months till I pulled the trigger on a clean VS out of L.A. Take your time grasshopper and search out the best for YOU!

Speedster "D"

You have a gorgeous car. I already bought a cheapie speedster that has a few things that needs fixing but not too bad. I sold a lamborghini diablo replica project and was able to buy the car, have it shipped, and still have a grand to put into fixing it up. I would have loved to have bought a mint speedster replica but they were a little out of my price range with some other recent purchases I've made.
Scott

Scott
My car is not mint comparing it to the high end replicas,but that doesn't stop me having FUN with it. Little by little I try to change thinks I don't like.Believe me,I am on a beer budjet too so don't feel bad about it. Enjoy your beauty.

I just bought dropped spindles with disc brakes because I liked the stance of your speedster so much. I also purchased adjustable springplates for the rear. Your car has a sporty feel without losing any of the classic looks.
Thanks,
Scott

Scott
I am using adjustable beam in the front.I will also buy disck brakes this week.Good luck with you baby.

Hey Lambros!

Doesn't matter if your car is 'mint' or not, it's hard to beat the thrill of driving it. I'm sure when you drive your red Speedy around town, there are still a lot of people who give you the thumbs-up wishing they had a Speedy of their own.

Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with having a replica Speedy in 'mint' condition, but I think a car that looks like it's been driven has character. It's kinda like having those 'fancy' towels in the guest bathroom that your wife forbids you to use, so you end up using a 'shop-rag'.

Peace - Out!

Jim
I agree with you 100%. That is exactly what I am shooting for,a car with character.

About the toweles,you are soooooo right.I had the same problem last week with my wife.I am not allowed to use are nice R Lauren toweles ever again.

I don't think you can use BJ auctions to value anything other than muscle cars and custom rods. It seems to be the only place where these cars command such prices and where originalsports cars are so low.