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littlebelle · 07-22-2009, 03:41 PM

How much should I pay for a 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme soft top?

I'm planning on buying one that runs, then painting it. I've found some on craiglist in the 1,500-3,800 range and I thought that was good deal for a classic muscle car, but my mom said that was way too much for a car that old.

Darren J. · 07-22-2009, 05:11 PM

First, for the record, this is probably what the car looks like for those that haven't seen it:

In most cases, a car that old would never go for 3-4K. This car is a classic, so after buying the car and painting it, it probably would cost around $3,500-4,000. I myself was looking at a 1979 Corvette, and even that was going for 10K. Here is the car I was looking at:

The only problem I would have is getting in(I'm 6'2").

bandito · 07-22-2009, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by littlebelle

How much should I pay for a 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme soft top?

I'm planning on buying one that runs, then painting it. I've found some on craiglist in the 1,500-3,800 range and I thought that was good deal for a classic muscle car, but my mom said that was way too much for a car that old.

If the body is solid, then that is a good deal. If it was a 442 you would probably pay double for it. I'm looking to buy a muscle car in the next few months, most likely a chevelle or roadrunner.. The prices for MCs have skyrocketed. Good luck in your search!

InspectorExstead · 07-23-2009, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Darren J.

First, for the record, this is probably what the car looks like for those that haven't seen it:

In most cases, a car that old would never go for 3-4K. This car is a classic, so after buying the car and painting it, it probably would cost around $3,500-4,000. I myself was looking at a 1979 Corvette, and even that was going for 10K. Here is the car I was looking at:

The only problem I would have is getting in(I'm 6'2").

Dayum, that Corvette looks niiiice.

Ramona, I know nothing about prices, but I wish you luck. I hope you find one you like and that you can get it fixed up. That must be exciting.

littlebelle · 07-23-2009, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by bandito

If the body is solid, then that is a good deal. If it was a 442 you would probably pay double for it. I'm looking to buy a muscle car in the next few months, most likely a chevelle or roadrunner.. The prices for MCs have skyrocketed. Good luck in your search!

Okay I thought that was a good deal. I love classic GM's. In my opinion, when fixed up and running smoothly, they're the best lookin things on the road.

littlebelle · 07-23-2009, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by InspectorExstead

Ramona, I know nothing about prices, but I wish you luck. I hope you find one you like and that you can get it fixed up. That must be exciting.

Thanks Megan! =) I'll let you know if I was successful or not.

Fleet · 07-23-2009, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by littlebelle

How much should I pay for a 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme soft top?

I'm planning on buying one that runs, then painting it. I've found some on craiglist in the 1,500-3,800 range and I thought that was good deal for a classic muscle car, but my mom said that was way too much for a car that old.

One of those should be fun to drive!

According to Old Cars Price Guide, here is the value of that car.
#1 means mint condition and #6 means needs complete restoration or is a parts car.

1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme convertible

#1... $24,000
#2... $16,800
#3... $10,800
#4... $4,800
#5... $2,880
#6... $960

However, sometimes those estimates are on the high side. I have seen the acutal selling price for that car and similar ones quite a bit lower than the quotes above. For instance, a #3 car selling for more like $6,000 or $7,000 instead of $10,800.

oldcarspriceguide.net

Torgo · 07-23-2009, 04:53 PM

Are you sure you don't want to buy this classic?

Fleet · 07-23-2009, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Torgo

Are you sure you don't want to buy this classic?

Only if she wants to get a lot of laughs!

littlebelle · 07-23-2009, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Torgo

Are you sure you don't want to buy this classic?

Oh my god is that really a pacer! geez you don't see those too often now do you?

This looks more me

:

but either in black or tan w/ creme soft top.

Torgo · 07-23-2009, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by littlebelle

Oh my god is that really a pacer! geez you don't see those too often now do you?

This looks more me

:

but either in black or tan w/ creme soft top.

Good choice

This is my dream car(but I can't talk my wife into letting me spend the money

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littlebelle Spell Caster Senior Member Join Date: Dec 29, 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 2,659	Question for any classic American car lovers... How much should I pay for a 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme soft top? I'm planning on buying one that runs, then painting it. I've found some on craiglist in the 1,500-3,800 range and I thought that was good deal for a classic muscle car, but my mom said that was way too much for a car that old.

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Darren J. Member Forum Regular Join Date: Mar 19, 2009 Posts: 692	First, for the record, this is probably what the car looks like for those that haven't seen it: In most cases, a car that old would never go for 3-4K. This car is a classic, so after buying the car and painting it, it probably would cost around $3,500-4,000. I myself was looking at a 1979 Corvette, and even that was going for 10K. Here is the car I was looking at: The only problem I would have is getting in(I'm 6'2").