Custom Locating Service
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Feeling a bit frustrated?
 If
you have made it to this page, you have probably been looking for an
investment quality, classic Mustang, Shelby Mustang, or Cobra for a while and haven't been able
to find what you want. We hear and read your frustration every day
in phone calls and e-mail. There is no question that classic
Mustangs have shown significant appreciation over the last few years,
and those in "excellent" condition are getting harder to find in a seller's
market. Notwithstanding these facts, investment
quality classic Mustangs can still be purchased at reasonable prices.
A Seller's Market?
Demand has grown for classic Mustangs thanks in part to the movie "Gone in 60 Seconds",
the launch of Ford's retro 2002 Bullitt and Cobra Mustangs, the 2003
Mach I, and the 2005, 40th anniversary Mustang, and the new 2007 GT500, among many other
reasons. While prices have risen, quality Mustangs at affordable
prices are still available. We find them because we have sources for
classic Mustangs that don't exist anyplace else. The reason is pretty simple. Over the years, we have developed an
extensive database of Mustang owners to whom we have sold parts,
accessories, and cars. Hundreds more from the US and around the
world have signed our guest book and called or corresponded with
us. This customer database is private, and not shared with any
other company or individual.
Our database of hundreds of quality classic Mustangs
may be for sale, but the owners don't know it yet! We
provide information about investment quality, classic Mustangs to our clients
who make unsolicited offers to purchase
them from Mustang owners in our
database, and others. We've had excellent success at locating the right
vehicle at the right price.
What, exactly, do we do?
We are a licensed and
bonded car dealer in the State of Nevada. However, we typically do not
stock many automobiles other than a few classic Mustangs we keep
for personal use, and the CSX 4000 Cobras we build for customers at our facility at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The majority of cars you see in our "Mustangs For
Sale" section are owned by individuals throughout the US and
Canada. They have asked us to list their cars for them and handle
inquiries.
While some people write or call to
inquire about cars we have listed, others have a specific car in mind
that may not be listed on our web site. We provide a
"turn-key" locating, evaluation,
inspection, appraisal, purchase, and delivery service for buyers of investment quality Mustangs, Shelby's, and
Cobras. Our clients are both domestic and international. We
can deliver cars anywhere in the world.
Since we don't stock many cars, we may not have exactly what you are looking for in our dealer inventory. However, our "external inventory" of cars is vast, which gives us an opportunity to evaluate many more cars on your behalf. We will locate a collector quality car you will enjoy, and with the options you are looking for.
With our service, you save
additional money because you don't pay to ship a car twice. In most cases, we
ship it directly from the seller to you via a licensed, bonded, and
insured auto transporter. Most dealers purchase a car and pay to
have it shipped to their location. That cost is built into their
price (an extra $600-$2,000). You pay for shipping a second time
when it is transported from the dealer to your location.
Since we look at almost every
classic Mustang and Shelby for sale in North America, you have a
much better chance of finding the right car at the right price. Unlike a traditional car dealer, we represent the buyer, not the seller.
Our most sought after and valued services
are pre-purchase inspections. Our customers want reasonable assurance that the car they are purchasing is a quality vehicle.
Our experience in dealing with classic Mustangs and Shelbys insures that due
diligence is done properly, and that the Mustang you buy is
"as advertised". We offer an optional drive train
warranty on cars that qualify. In short, we provide the expertise
and logistics necessary to purchase an investment quality Mustang,
Shelby, or Cobra.
Another significant advantage is our value guarantee. If you buy one of our cars, keep it for three years and decide you want to trade it for something else, we will give you 100% of the price you paid for it as trade-in value toward any other car you purchase from us of equal or greater value.
To qualify for the full price trade in, all you have to keep the car in the condition in which we sold it to you, and use it no more than 2,500 miles in a year. No wrecked, modified, painted, or abused vehicles qualify. In short, treat it as an investment and we will guarantee you won't lose money.
Why do you need us?
Buying a 30+
year old Mustang can be a risky
venture. In the mid to late 60's, Ford
had no idea these cars would be around 30+ years later, and buying one
that hasn't been properly maintained, or restored, can be an expensive
lesson. You want one that will pass the kind of inspection you
would expect of an investment quality vehicle. We make sure that
happens, and that you are getting what you pay for. Through our
appraisal process, we make sure you are getting the very best deal
possible from the seller.
Note: If you are looking for a "fixer
upper", for less than $10,000 in fair market value, we can't help you. We only sell "very good" or better quality cars. The reason is simple. We like happy customers. It has been our experience that you are far better off buying a classic Mustang (or any other classic for that matter) that is as nice as possible, rather than buying one that needs significant work.
Take the advice of someone who has lost a lot of money on restoration projects, and learned expensive lessons. It just doesn't pencil. Even if you do all the work yourself, you'll break even, at best. We are recognized as a company that sells quality vehicles, and we like happy customers. We won't jeopardize our reputation by selling less than top quality cars.
How do we do business?
From the customer's perspective, doing business with us is
simple... Complete our questionnaire,
tell us what you want, send us a small deposit, and we will find a Classic or late
model Mustang, GT350, GT500, or Cobra to match your specifications. Searches can take from a few days to several weeks, depending on the
type of Mustang or Shelby you're looking for, and the extent of your
requirements.
We shop the US and Canada to
find cars at reasonable prices. We represent you in the purchasing
process and charge a 10% commission upon purchase of your car. Our
minimum commission is $1,500. We will save you that much, or more,
in the process of purchasing your car, and secure one with potential for
appreciation, based on past performance.
We can provide an analysis based on the CPI
Value Guide and determine the vehicles market value over the last
five years. We graph how it has performed financially in
the past ten years, and whether it we feel the potential is there
for continued appreciation based on those trends and the current
supply and demand.
Sample CPI Graph
We evaluate each prospective purchase vehicle
carefully and analyze a broad range of information and data. Here
is a partial list of more than 150 inspection points:
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VIN - Decoding Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and
data plates to determine if numbers match, where the car was made, and what modifications have
been made since manufacture.
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Original Equipment - We
request a "History 999" report
from Ford Motor Company and/or a Marti VIN report which tells us information about the
original equipment on the vehicle (the next best thing to having the
original window sticker).
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Maintenance - We review all maintenance
and repair
records, as far back as possible.
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Structural Integrity - A thorough inspection of the unibody is
completed, including torque boxes. frame rails, floor pans, shock towers, etc.
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Rust - The nemesis of classic
Mustangs is rust (a.k.a.: "Mustang Cancer"). We look at
cowl vents, torque boxes, frame rails, and much more. Carpeting is removed from critical
locations to inspect floor
pans. Why do we do this? It is common for a heater hose to break in 30 years
of driving, and if the car was not properly repaired, including removal,
cleaning, and drying of the carpeting, floor pans are very susceptible to
rust over 30+ years. F.Y.I., rust is a common problem on early model
Mustangs, especially those made in Michigan and New Jersey, due to the harsh
winter climate. While there are many
excellent Mustangs around manufactured in the East and Mid-West, we prefer Mustangs made
in San Jose. The VIN identifies the plant of manufacture.
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Car Body - We inspect body panels, seams, and use an electronic thickness gauge to determine the amount and location of any body filler (Bondo). We inspect the paint thoroughly for
quality and condition.
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Interior Soft Trim - The interior is inspected including headliner, upholstery, carpeting, seats, tracks, seat adjustments, parking brake, etc. Seats, tracks, seat adjustments, parking
brake are tested for proper working condition.
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Electrical Components - All exterior lights are tested. Interior electrical components are tested
(panel lights, interior lights, horn,
gauges, cigarette lighter, ash tray, glove box light, console (if applicable),
and shift selector light.
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Under the Hood - Visual inspection of engine compartment including
all fluids, belts, hoses, wiring, filters, battery,
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Rolling Gear - Remove wheels and inspect brakes, shoes, drums,
calipers and pads, wheels, tires, and tread depth. We inspect for
uneven tire wear which indicates an alignment problem or worn suspension
parts
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Under the car - The car is put on a rack and the under side is
inspected for damage, worn bushings, worn drive shaft and universal
joints, differential seal leaks, transmission leaks, engine leaks, proper rear end grease levels.
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Road Test - The car is thoroughly road tested on both the
highway and city streets. We look for how the car tracks down the
highway, handles turns and winding streets, wind noises, vibration,
smooth up and down shifting, acceleration and
brake test.
We compile a complete ten
page report on the vehicle
along with a set of digital photographs taken of the interior, exterior,
engine compartment, undercarriage and trunk. We ask the seller for
a disclosure statement telling us all he knows about the car, its
strengths and any flaws.
After the inspections are complete, we e-mail our
report and pictures to you for your final OK. We then negotiate
with the seller in your behalf for the best price, which is your
purchase price. We arrange shipping via a licensed and fully
insured company at a significant discount over what you
would expect to pay on your own. Once your vehicle is in transit, we forward
copies of all transportation and freight forwarding information to you,
and advise when you can expect delivery of your Classic Mustang, Shelby
or Cobra.
Before we can begin the process of finding your
car, we require a retainer of $500.00 US currency. These funds are
retained for payment of a garage inspection using our format and check
list (typically a $250-$350
expense). Before a car is inspected, we will evaluate a
complete set of recent photographs and disclosure statement
regarding condition. If we like what we see and hear from the
seller, we recommend an inspection. It is your option to inspect
the car, or pass and continue the search.
One of three things happens during the garage
inspection:
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The car is
rejected because it is found to have hidden defects, or is in need of repair
beyond acceptable limits. (Typically not the case.)
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The car is not in the condition we
expected, but is acceptable with minor cosmetic or mechanical attention. You are informed and you make the call whether we should
investigate further, or search elsewhere. If you decide you like the car and would consider buying it, we use the results of
the inspection to negotiate with the seller for a better price.
(This happens
frequently.)
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The car is in "as
advertised" condition and is accepted. (Note: We
find problems with ALL cars we
inspect. Usually they are minor (bad grounds, inoperative fan
blower, minor fluid seepage from seals and
gaskets, typically caused by inactivity.)
If the car is rejected, there is no additional
cost to you. We hold the balance of the funds and locate another
car for you. Any funds you pay to us which were not invested in
pre-purchase inspections apply toward our fee of 10% of the selling
price of the car.
Once we locate the classic Mustang you
want, we arrange transportation through one of our preferred partners. Door to door, enclosed shipping ranges from $300 to $1,000, depending on
location of the car and destination.
International transportation via surface
freight to Europe or Australia typically ranges from $750 to $1,250 depending on
destination. This does not include any duty, tax, devanning, or
port charges at the destination.
Our process of inspection, evaluation and
appraisal is available for any investment caliber, Mustang, Shelby, or
Cobra located anywhere in North America. Write us for more
details.
Entrust your next Mustang purchase to
Nevada Classics, Inc. We would be happy to provide
references, a bank reference letter, and any additional information you
may request.
To begin the process click
here. It takes about 2 minutes to compete our customer
questionnaire. After you complete it, we will evaluate and
call to answer any questions you may have. Thanks!
Mark Logan, President/CEO
Nevada Classics, Inc.
e-mail: CLICK HERE TO E-MAIL US
phone: (702)785-0090
fax: (503) 296-5701
*Note: Vehicles listed in our "Mustangs for Sale"
section are owned, and submitted for sale by companies and individuals
not associated or affiliated with Nevada Classics, Inc.
We make no guarantees, expressed or implied, regarding the authenticity
of the listings, or the representation of the vehicles by their owners.
We are not responsible for any errors or omissions. We recommend
that buyers perform a thorough pre-purchase inspection before purchasing any vehicle.
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