For Sale '65 L320

[sojourner_k]

Drastic price reduction! I've moved to Taos, NM and now my truck really needs to find a new home. It currently seems to have developed a charging problem, likely the generator. I don't have the time/money to deal with it and I've reduced the asking price for likely an easy fix.

 

She's a beauty with <40,000 original miles. It has been my reliable daily driver for the last eight months with no other known mechanical issues. Clean title with 3 owners, counting me. I never wanted to sell her, but my situation changed. There are a few things that aren't original: the upholstery(redone by last owner), paint (she was born turquoise), brake master cylinder (have the old leaky original if your sentimental:-), and rear bumper. There is a slight spot of rust on the passenger side caused by a drainage design flaw and some minor paint scratches. I intended to replace all the window felts and squeegees eventually for cosmetic reasons, but they have never leaked. This truck is geared low so highway driving above 55-60mph is not recommended. It gets great gas mileage and is ideal for putting around town. She has the original working Datsun AM radio which is rare and worth $500 on it's own. Sale includes the complete shop manual, as well as a resource cd-rom created by a knowledgeable enthusiast out of Australia. All this said, because of its age the truck is sold as is. At the risk of sounding like a pet ad, to a loving home only! For more info or pics call 575-313-0950 or reply through ratsun. The truck is available for local pick-up only. Any shipping plans are the buyers responsibility. I have listed my truck several different ways and buyers fell through due to shipping. I recommend bringing a trailer and picking it up yourself. Buyer must take possession by 12/18/11, unless other arrangements are made.

 

I am asking $6,000 or best offer. I am also open to a partial trade. I need a modern daily driver. Maybe a 90s ford ranger, minivan, or wagon? Unfortunately I need some cash out of the deal too so title for title trades are not possible.Photos

[sojourner_k]

Hey Ya'll,

 

I noticed no one is commenting or responding. I know the rules say not to criticize price, but I'd love your input. Am I asking too much money? Perhaps I turned people off by saying I need to get a modern vehicle instead? Just looking for input.

 

Thanks,

Kathy

[youngen]

oics?

[DatWifey]

She linked to them at the very bottom of the first post : http://s174.photobucket.com/albums/w109/sojourner_k/65%20Datsun%20L320/

[sojourner_k]

Hey Everyone,

 

Just a note to say the truck is also listed on ebay right now. Starting bid is $4000 with no reserve. The Auction Closes tomorrow. See it at Ebay Auction

 

Happy Bidding,

Kathy

[sojourner_k]

Update (not just a bump)

 

The auction closed and no one bid. About an hour later the low ball emails started pouring in. I really want my truck to go to someone who knows what a gem it is. I've listed it again. 4k no reserve, if you're interested please check it out. Someone could scoop it up for 4K if last auction is any indication.

 

My truck on ebay

[Ken_B]

I dont know why nobody has bought this thing great truck for a great price. GLWS

[drew510]

You might consider relisting at a much lower price and then set the reserve at $4k to try and get a bidding war going.

[Bob3]

You might consider relisting at a much lower price and then set the reserve at $4k to try and get a bidding war going.

 

 

X2 ^

 

.

[sojourner_k]

You might consider relisting at a much lower price and then set the reserve at $4k to try and get a bidding war going.

 

I thought about it, but I guess it comes down to Karma. I figure if I start the bid at my bottom dollar I make it really clear and honest. I love ebay, but I hate the sneaky stuff sellers do to hook you. I prefer to treat it as an old fashioned auction. Your starting bid is your reserve. Worked for me when I sold my other 320. It will sell eventually. It's a fantastic truck.

[sojourner_k]

I uploaded more pictures, just in case anyone is interested...

 

More Pics

[RAG&BONE]

I thought about it, but I guess it comes down to Karma. I figure if I start the bid at my bottom dollar I make it really clear and honest. I love ebay, but I hate the sneaky stuff sellers do to hook you. I prefer to treat it as an old fashioned auction. Your starting bid is your reserve. Worked for me when I sold my other 320. It will sell eventually. It's a fantastic truck.

 

 

I have been to a ton of "old fashion auctions" and when no one is bidding they start lowering the price till people start bidding on it. Nothing sneaky about setting a reserve, like drew510 said, whats it matterif the auction starts low and ends above 4000??? thats just kinda how a auction works.... :P

[sojourner_k]

I have been to a ton of "old fashion auctions" and when no one is bidding they start lowering the price till people start bidding on it. Nothing sneaky about setting a reserve, like drew510 said, whats it matterif the auction starts low and ends above 4000??? thats just kinda how a auction works.... :P

 

You're right. When I said sneaky, I was referring to those items that start at $100, but the reserve is closer to $5000. As a bidder I feel like it's kind of misleading. Those situations where if I knew the reserve I never would have bothered to bid. Maybe that's just me. Some lucky Canadian scooped it up for $4k and so far everyone's happy. As soon as he pays in full I'll remove ad.