Equipment
326/280hp, automatic, pushbutton radio, Vintage air conditioning, front disc brakes, larger sway bar, multi-core radiator, TH400 transmission, aluminum intake, 4-barrel, bench seat, hubcaps, red line tires, roof rack.
Condition
Very good paint, chrome and interior. Aluminum window molding has been polished out but still has scratches. Underbody is like new with fresh paint and no undercoat. Gauges are clear and crisp. Weak chrome on the roof rack. It is rare to see one at all, let alone done this well.
Market commentary
Herein is represented the risk of an off-the-radar car at a premium auction without reserve. Mecum sold it in Anaheim in November 2012 for $18,020, then Gooding passed it along at Scottsdale in 2015 for $26,400. It is unusually well done, not to mention rare, particularly in this condition. It found no lovers late in the going at Quail and brought a surprisingly low price for its rarity and condition. The consignor may have remorse but the buyer should rejoice in a crisp, unusual hauler that will complete a vintage racing equipe as a singular tow car, or just a weekend family ride for no money at all. It's a bargain.