horsefeathers 15 #1 Posted November 27, 2010 Guys I'am despreatly seeking an RJ! And have found this '56 model...not for sale...but!!! If I can make a good offer... well who knows? Clinton engine, starter is wrong ,not sure of the exhaust or??? But nice resto done many years ago! The guy I talked to said "It was here when I started 20 years ago"!!! Think it's mostly original, you guys know more that I do Sooo..... I want to make an offer,not an insult!! (rember it's not for sale)! Soo...now the big question? I know,I know I hate to ask and put you on the spot! But I will anyway, What would be a reasonable offer without gettin' slamed? Thanks guys! HORSEFEATHERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheel horse 1045 2 #2 Posted November 27, 2010 sorry i cant help ,I'm not familiar enough with the rjs but good luck anyways Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,844 #3 Posted November 27, 2010 Don't know enough about RJ's either but since it looks like it needs nothing I'd say $500-$700. I'm sure the owner has more than that in it but you know with these tractors you never get all the money back you put in it. Good luck and check your e-mails. Mike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,034 #4 Posted November 27, 2010 I would say start at $500 then go up to a final of $750 which is a solid offer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,398 #5 Posted November 27, 2010 Hi Horsefeathers If its any help i just paid Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #6 Posted November 27, 2010 Horsefeathers, I would start probably no less than $700, probably no more than $1000.I would pick a nice round number in between say $800-$850. You have to remember, you say its not for sale. Good Luck! Well time to fly meeting the guys one last time for breakfast before Christmas. See Ya, Bye Burly :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #7 Posted November 27, 2010 Bud good luck on this. Just don't see to many rj's round our neck of the woods. Can't really help on the price cause I really don't know anything about them at all. Other than I want one. Hope to maybe see this in the spring! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #8 Posted November 27, 2010 Contact Brian (BuckRancher). He might be able to help you out. :thumbs: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 721 #9 Posted November 27, 2010 IMO, even if its an older resto..... when all the dust settles you are looking at a darn near $1000 machine. Its a 35 which is one of the most collectable RJs, the last three "rusted, busted and not to be trusted" RJ35s that sold on evil-bay went north of a grand.... and they were POS's. Not to mention this one isn't for sale so I would put my best foot forward up front. I'm not saying pony up everything but you have to get the seller to realize you are serious and not waisting time. My RJ35 is not restored yet but there's no way I would sell it for less than a grand as it sits right now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 552 #10 Posted November 27, 2010 IMO, even if its an older resto..... Vince (or HF), wanna buy mine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marvairplanes 34 #11 Posted November 27, 2010 Vince, Thanks for putting this is perspective ! I agree that the RJ35 is one of the most collectible models. As I recall, it was one of the most mentioned in a recent "poll". It's interesting (and entertaining) that the sellers on RED SQUARE are usually looking for top $$$, but the buyers are always on the opposite end! Marv NW Oh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redbirdman 7 #12 Posted November 27, 2010 As they say in the headliner to the TV series "PAWN STARS": "EVERYTHING HAS A PRICE" Would I pay $500 bucks for another RJ? (I doubt it) Would I accept $1000 bucks for mine? (Nope!) Now, slide that scale around, up and down, and things change don't they? The only other factor other than "can I really afford it?" is: What does your wife look like when she stands at the door? Is her fists clenched and her hands on her hips? if not..............go for it! PS: If you look close at my bald head you will see a scar that reads: ESROH LEEHW Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ducky 1 #13 Posted November 27, 2010 PS: If you look close at my bald head you will see a scar that reads: ESROH LEEHW how true. but i still have hair to hide it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wh1257 225 #14 Posted November 27, 2010 :wh: i wold this tractor :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 721 #15 Posted November 27, 2010 IMO, even if its an older resto..... Vince (or HF), wanna buy mine? I know you would want more than $500 :wh: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #16 Posted November 27, 2010 I'm with Vin on this one. I'm sure if it belonged to anyone here it wouldn't be let go for anything less than a grand. I'm certain there are many guys out there that would pay quite a bit more. IMHO an insulting offer may ruin your chances. Good luck Bud! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,439 #17 Posted November 27, 2010 IMHO an insulting offer may ruin your chances. Good luck Bud! I couldnt agree more. Mike...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lawn Ranger kid 14 #18 Posted November 27, 2010 Horsefeathers that is the one at Fisher And Fathers right. I asked them about it but they would not sell. But if we keep asking maybee they will give in. Josh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #19 Posted November 28, 2010 That's right Josh! I'll... "Make them an offer they can not refuse"! Or they'll wake up with a horse head in ther bed! HORSEFEATHERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseFixer 2,012 #20 Posted November 28, 2010 Vince, Thanks for putting this is perspective ! I agree that the RJ35 is one of the most collectible models. As I recall, it was one of the most mentioned in a recent "poll". It's interesting (and entertaining) that the sellers on RED SQUARE are usually looking for top $$$, but the buyers are always on the opposite end! Marv NW Oh I also agree with all of you! I would start at $ 800.00 and expect to pay $1000.00+ Especially since it has a good deck. One thing for sure say you will have WAY MORE than that in any kind of decent restore. I know I do in mine! By the way thats a nice looking tractor. Decals are wrong but so what! Good luck Bud! ~Duke Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neil 2,398 #21 Posted November 28, 2010 have you made an offer yet and what is the answer put us out of our misery Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaydeer 14 #22 Posted November 28, 2010 Horsefeathers - There is one for sale on ebay in Fredonia, about 10 minutes from me with a parts tractor that you may want to check out. It ends today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horsefeathers 15 #23 Posted November 29, 2010 John,I put a bid on the 2 suburbans in Freidonia but my max bid didn't cut it! I put a fair bid on them but.... That's we-pay for ya! They went for more than I thought they would! Oh well got too many '60/'61s anyway! Is 5 too many? Neil, Today's sunday they ain't open! Monday is the first day of buck season,national holiday here in N/W Pa. I'll stop in Tuesday and see! I'll let ya know how it works out! HORSEFEATHERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #24 Posted November 29, 2010 Monday is the first day of buck season,national holiday here in N/W Pa. I'll stop in Tuesday and see! I'll let ya know how it works out! HORSEFEATHERS! Its a wonder that the banks and post office is even open in PA on the first day of buck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,028 #25 Posted November 29, 2010 Well all I can say is ask, we have a dealer here, that had a display tractor for years, and was not for sale, then it got put in the warehouse for a few years, then a guy I know, not me asked if they would sell it, they said yes they wanted $250 for it, it turned out to be a I believe 1955 rj with a few minor wrong things and is unrestored, so you just never know what will happen unless you ask. I found a picture of it, when we had a meet and greet at my house. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
