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Albert McFly



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It's certainly an interesting forum with a lot of members on here also. Certain people peddle the high asking prices actively try to devalue other ones to secure them for their own benefit. There is also a misconception regarding advertised 'fully reconditioned' 50ths, these are painted and have the interior updated but don't have any chassis work or any parts underneath changed, a truly reconditioned 50th would have a nut and both rebuild on a new chassis and a reconditioned engine.

I know of one that has sold for over £40k but the general selling price is between £16k-£25k
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Crocs



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United Kingdom 1999 Defender 90 V8 Petrol 50th Auto Atlantis Blue
Albert McFly wrote:
I bought the £13.5k one which was chronically under sold by its owner, I then sold it in a private deal for more than stated below. I also acquired a similar spec one for £8.5k which was in a mess, after a restoration that sold in a deal worth £19k. The other one is currently getting a nut and bolt rebuild on a galv chassis.

They are out there if you look and get lucky and I think that jap one is very good value considering GB model prices.


I think, Albert, the phrase to use for your £13500 one is "I stole it!" Whistle Looking forward to seeing your project one.

You're right, AM, an average price really tells you nothing, does it? Although I suppose that particular thread gives an idea of ball parks to help if you're buying/selling/insuring.

Robert
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Disco_Mikey



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Albert McFly wrote:
It's certainly an interesting forum with a lot of members on here also. Certain people peddle the high asking prices actively try to devalue other ones to secure them for their own benefit. There is also a misconception regarding advertised 'fully reconditioned' 50ths, these are painted and have the interior updated but don't have any chassis work or any parts underneath changed, a truly reconditioned 50th would have a nut and both rebuild on a new chassis and a reconditioned engine


Indeed. Just what my intentions are, complete nut and bolt rebuild Thumbs Up
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Crocs



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United Kingdom 1999 Defender 90 V8 Petrol 50th Auto Atlantis Blue
Albert McFly wrote:
It's certainly an interesting forum with a lot of members on here also. Certain people peddle the high asking prices actively try to devalue other ones to secure them for their own benefit. There is also a misconception regarding advertised 'fully reconditioned' 50ths, these are painted and have the interior updated but don't have any chassis work or any parts underneath changed, a truly reconditioned 50th would have a nut and both rebuild on a new chassis and a reconditioned engine.

I know of one that has sold for over £40k but the general selling price is between £16k-£25k


Might be a wee bit harsh on definition of 'reconditioned'. Many are more than just a paint job (although some are!). I see that Barry across on the 50th forum now defines what you describe as 'rebuilt' which is probably more accurate. Should be stunning when finished. Are you going to paint chassis to keep it looking original or keep it shiny?

Robert
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Albert McFly



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Just the crossmember so it matches the step, I'm not to hung up on the whole origionality bit with 50ths so not to fussy if the whole chassis is done.
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Ryegault



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The condition of these japanese landrovers in unbelievable,

They are honestly better underneath that a 6month old uk car
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