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Subject: Bluebird Value Author: Don Dempsey (Still Looking) [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] Date Posted: 11/ 21/ 07, 8:30pm I am hopeing that someone can help me? I have been looking for a Bluebird for a long time. I have came close to getting one several times but just could not work out deal. I have came across another one 1982 unk.miles. Is a lady that has it and the bird has been sitting for approx. 10,12,14 years. It still looks good,(but I know otherwize) We spoke she will sell the Bus to me but she wants me to attempt to see what the bus is worth. It has not run for years it is a diesel. I know her and her husband paid $65000 used. Im affraid she may think its worth somewere near that. Can someone help in comming up with a price fair to her and me. Thanks D.Dempsey [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ]

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[> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: Ernie Ekberg [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11/ 22/ 07, 5:52am Don, what length is that coach? I paid 67 grand for my coach, used and it sure is not worth that now. Check out the Billboard here and on the birdconnection. You can factor in a few grand for updates- new tires, complete tune up, etc. Where is the coach located? We might know someone that lives close by that could check it out for you. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: Don Dempsey (Still Looking) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11/ 22/ 07, 9:38pm The Bird is a 35 foot. I reside in Clayton Delaware. everything on the bird is in place. But like I said, it has been sitting,not run,not moved,not maintained,full of stuff.I just seen the thing sitting and desided to stop and ask about it. It will need a lot of going over. I would not even attempt to try getting it to run untill I went over it and changed all fluids and filters and such. Tires are not flat just low but will need all new. Paint is faided?(spelling). It looks like a good spec.for a restore/or part restore. I dont want to offend her with a low ball price but need something to back my opinion up.Thanks for getting back to me. This has been a long adventure looking for the Bird that I can come close to offord. Thanks again Don [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: Ernie Ekberg [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11/ 23/ 07, 6:13am Don, write a note to Ralph Fullenwider. He is a friend and workson birds-- a lot. He knows them from stem to stern. He can probably give you a good idea of its worth. rlf47@swbell.net [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: Ernie Ekberg [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11/ 23/ 07, 7:11am Don, there are a couple of 35 FCs on ebay motors- look under campers/rvs. They are priced in the low 20's. The coach you are looking at should be purchased for a lot lower. Good luck [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: Don Dempsey (Still looking) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11/ 23/ 07, 9:47am Mr.Ekberg, Thanks for getting back to me. I just sent Mr.Fullenwider email. Thanks Don [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: John McGinnis [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11/ 22/ 07, 2:31pm Sounds like you need a certified appraisal, that's what I do. Don't rely on NADA, Ebay, or hearsay, you need an appraisal. Seek out a certified equipment appraiser in your area, as well as a knowledgable person on that particular coach to conduct a predelivery inspection. Both the PDI and appraisal would be highly benificial to anyone buying a bird. I can tell you now under no circumstances is a 82 Wanderlodge which has been sitting for 10 -14 years worth anyting compared to a bird that has been run, maintained and used regularly. Heck I know of one coach in Ohio which has been sitting in a garage for nearly 15 years and they think it is work 50K, 15K would be tops. Good luck. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: Don Dempsey (Still looking) [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 11/ 22/ 07, 10:04pm Thanks for getting back to me. Do you know what an appraisal would cost.I just had it in my mind that I was getting one that was going to take a full or part restoration. But the more I think of it,it may not be a bad idea. I was going to offer her between 5to $7000 for the bird. But any ideas from you would help. I dont know of anyone in my area that does appraisals for bluebirds. I was just going to make the offer,see what happens. I have been looking soo long and this one may be in my grasp. Ya I can go out and get any ol motor home in good shape for the money. But when you have a Bluebird your saying something,(ya I know that Might be a lot of work and money but I have been at that place befor. "If it dont come the hard way you will forget about it" Thanks again for getting back to me,any ideas will help. Don [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: Judy Kay [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 12/ 9/ 07, 3:48pm Hey Don- we just had our Bluebird appraised in California and it cost us $158.00. Our insurance agent had a phone number for us to call when I wanted to get an appraisal. Try it-a coach that has been sitting that long is filled with rotten hoses and wires that have to be checked-let alone leaking connections...10-15K might be a stretch. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: John McGinnis [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 12/ 9/ 07, 5:55pm Don, where is the bird located, 5 - 7K may be on the light side even with needed repairs. If you are within a reasonable distance I travel for fuel expense, cost of appraisal would be $75 per hour, most bird appraisals take 2 - 3 hours. You get 2 copies of a bound appraisal. Usually our turn around is 7 days depending on our schedule. John 88FC35 Louisville, KY [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: Bob Lawrence [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 12/ 9/ 07, 11:51am Seals are probably dried out. I would try to convince her that it needed 10-15k of money to get it back up to speed. I wouldn't offer her more than 20k for it max. If she got insulted, move on...it will make a nice planter for her. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> Subject: Re: Bluebird Value Author: Ralph Arnold [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 12/ 14/ 07, 8:51pm I got a 1981 FC-33 NA CAT 3208 I just bought a 1989 BlueBird 36-SP so I have to sell the old bird. It's been refurbished inside and looks good on the outside. Call me if your interested. Ralph [ Post a Reply to This Message ]