Thread: Price for Series IIa SWB

A big plus, I think, is that it is still registered. Takes a lot of hassle away.
As to the worth of it, compare with what you find on Gumtree and others, but it comes down to what it is worth to you. There's always going to be repairs and ongoing expenditure to cater for
Good luck

I'll 2nd Gerokent. Find some stuff on slumtree and other sites, then sort of try and pick a fair middle ground if you can't find an exact comparison.

Maybe there is someone on here from Melbourne that could go and have a look/drive for you and could offer an unbiased opinion? There seems to be lots of people on here from that area.

These trucks are old and so prices vary greatly as well as condition. I know how you feel with the not upsetting your friend with a low offer. For us to guess prices is not fair either. Remember we can only see what you have said - no photos no personal experience of the car; so that makes it harder too.

Best of luck with your search.

Originally Posted by damiane

I posted this originally in Introductions but a Moderator helpfully suggested I repost it here in the Series 2/3 Section. I have sortta decided to get myself a proper 4WD, namely a Ser IIa SWB. In preparation for such a step I am joining this forum. Lurking around here has shown me what a committed bunch of lunatics I will be joining (In the nicest possible sense of course.) I also anticipate learning a great deal from the forum residents about my chosen ride. All I have to do is find one I want.

In my own defence I am not a complete NOOB however. I previously (i.e. mid to late 70's) owned a S/H Ser IIa SWB followed some years later by a new III SWB which was turbocharged (would you believe!). It went like the clappers until it didn't. It was stolen shortly after I had finished fitting out the tub for extended camping. They even took my tool box

I have a friend of long standing who currently owns a 1971 Ser IIa SWB petrol. It is not "restored" but it is "intact" albeit showing what you would expect in wear and tear for a 43 year old Landy. It's had work on brakes and transfer case done in recent years. It looks a bit tired under the bonnet and in the cabin and needs muffler and probably exhaust. It is registered. In point of fact it is precisely what I have been looking for to carry my camera and camping gear back into the bush and potter about in my imminent retirement.

So I have a question. What is a fair price? He has said research and then discount it but our friendship is worth more than dollars. I have been unable to find really comparable examples on carsales, trovit, gumtree, etc. They either are incomplete junked vehicles awaiting restoration, full-on stripped and rebuilt restorations, or tricked up restorations with "new" Holden or Isuzu motor installations. I want to pay "the right" price.

I drove it a couple of years back. Just a short trip. Everything seemed okay. I haven't had a recent drive but I have no hesitation in accepting that everything is "okay".

Member's thought would be greatly appreciated.

i have a1961 s2 all original top condition factory rear pto and govener will need brakes to renew jim

well they didn't give you a $ answer, so I will.
I found mine, a s2a shorty station wagon with safari roof, on gumtree and paid 3 grand, but as the rego was about to run out and it was a bit complicated, it cost me about 4 grand.
the previous owner had done a lot of work on it and it was roadworthy'
but, the paint work is shot on the base car, read fine patina, worn off to bare aluminium on bonnet and tops of all the other parts, bar tread tyres which didn't last two years.
but it is mine and I love it.
so you need to sort out how much you are prepared to spend if he doesn't like your offer, offer your mate 5 grand and see what he says, as the asking price has gone up from when I bought mine about two years ago.


pictures, it doesn't happen without piccies.

Check the usual places for rust, does it blow smoke? Is there play in the steering and suspension? All these things effect the price. If it has rust and blows smoke then it would be worth around 2k if it is only cosmetically tired then it would be worth up to 4k.

Chris

Originally Posted by debruiser

I'll 2nd Gerokent. Find some stuff on slumtree and other sites, then sort of try and pick a fair middle ground if you can't find an exact comparison.

Maybe there is someone on here from Melbourne that could go and have a look/drive for you and could offer an unbiased opinion? There seems to be lots of people on here from that area.

These trucks are old and so prices vary greatly as well as condition. I know how you feel with the not upsetting your friend with a low offer. For us to guess prices is not fair either. Remember we can only see what you have said - no photos no personal experience of the car; so that makes it harder too.

Best of luck with your search.

Hadn't thought of that. Good idea debruiser.

Seeking Melbourne-based Ser IIa expert to have a look at said vehicle and give me the necessary unbiased opinion. Vehicle is down on Mornington Peninsula but I could ask my friend to let me bring it to you. Any volunteers?

thanks

Damian

Sorry I wrote this last night but never hit post

I've got a 69 2a which I've owned for 3 years. It was still registered. For a week. There were many and varied things wrong with it, but nothing too drastic . Broken exhaust, knocking from the engine, bit of rust in the bulkhead, leaking fuel tank and filler pipe, but it drove well and had working brakes (with leaky reservoir) and new tyres. I paid $2000 for it, it subsequently turned out to have a rather holey chassis as well. So in hindsight I probably overpaid for it.
BUT...
It was worth every cent plus all the other cents I've subsequently spent on replacing and refurbing it.
Offer your mate the honourable amount midway between the needing a full resto and the fully restored pristine model

i wouldn't let my girl madge go for under 8k

not perfect but would cost you way more to get one up to that state imho