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Old 08-16-2000, 02:10 PM
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Default Re: Baldwin Motion Documentation

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I agree that the $150-$200k figure is quite high, especially factoring in the general lack of cooperation, lack of documentation, and high price of the documentor. I know that a restored '70-'73 Camaro has brought $60-$65k, and that an unrestored '70-'73 has brought approx. $20k. (Both were documented before the '90's 'high dollar' craze). These figures are in line with the '69 Yenko Camaros, on both ends of the condition spectrum.

I also know that the 'documentor' has taken at least one person's money, and never delivered an answer as to the car's authenticity. I also know where he delivered a negative on a car, only to go and buy the car through an agent.

There are many who appreciate the rarity of the Motion cars in general, but would choose not to own one simply due to their appearance, (especially among us 2nd gen. guys). Most agree that the Motion cars are typical of the rude, and overindulgent '70's, and even with the resurgence of retroism, choose to keep our wallets closed and admire them from afar.

This being said, I don't see the '69 Motion cars being valued that much differently than the '70-'73' Motion cars, and certainly not in the $150-$200k range. I am sure someone might pay it at some point, but how many Otis Chandler's are there??

Any dissenters?
Marlin
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