Getting hosed by Americans

[pussylicker]

I did a request for a used radiator for my Mustang, and a few other parts I need to upgrade, and several American wrecking yards came back with parts availability, and although it is a classic Mustang, they are hosing me on the prices for used parts. I can buy a new Canadian aftermarket rad, although it isn't exactly a perfect fit, for less than half of what they want for a used rad, that could go punky within the year. Regardless of the dollar difference, and shipping and insurance, it isn't worth what they want.

 

[danmand]

All due to GWB.

 

[goalie000]

Did you try looking on Ebay.ca? You might find something in Canada.

 

[TheNiteHwk]

What color is your Mustang?

Saw a fine looking (like new) classic red Mustang just the other day driving down Dupont in The Annex area. My buddy and I were Ohooing and aweing.

 

[DistantVoyeur]

I did a request for a used radiator for my Mustang, and a few other parts I need to upgrade, and several American wrecking yards came back with parts availability, and although it is a classic Mustang, they are hosing me on the prices for used parts. I can buy a new Canadian aftermarket rad, although it isn't exactly a perfect fit, for less than half of what they want for a used rad, that could go punky within the year. Regardless of the dollar difference, and shipping and insurance, it isn't worth what they want.

Why replace? Rebuild. I got mine rebuilt into a 4 core with extra fins for less than the price of a used 2 core. Check with a rad shop, as long as you have the old rad this is the way to go.....
btw, why buy a mustang when there are camaro's?

 

[skihrdr]

try www.car-part.com if you haven't already

 

[pussylicker]

Why replace? Rebuild. I got mine rebuilt into a 4 core with extra fins for less than the price of a used 2 core. Check with a rad shop, as long as you have the old rad this is the way to go.....
btw, why buy a mustang when there are camaro's?

If you know anything about cars, you know that parts wear out, so I need another set of tanks, not just the rad. It is the original, and has been recored, but the tanks won't take the heat, so I was hoping for southern US parts, to replace with. I can get a similar size, brand new, aftermarket, 3 row rad here in Canada for about $185. I can get a used rad from an Ontario wrecker for $100, but it would mean making brackets to modify, and car buffs would notice the difference. The Yankee wreckers want as much as $460 for a used one.

BTW you can't turn a 3 row rad into a 4 row rad. Just thought I'd clarify that. If you want something butchered, be my guest.

What brand did you say? I don't recall anything close to that namebrand being built today, or last year, or the year before.

Seeing as yesterday was Halloween, may the Camaro R.I.P.

My Mustang is black, and maybe soon to be Calypso Coral Red.

Thanks Skihrdr

 

[DistantVoyeur]

Geeze, no need to get hostile, just because you have a mustang.....no need to be defensive.....
My rad was recored by one of the top rad shops in Vancouver....custom built, not chinese aftermarket tin-can. It is an original style sidetanker that is correct for the car. Couple of years later it sprung a small pin-hole that needed repair....a 4 core required a tight fit. The shop that did the repair were very impresed by the build of the rad. So maybe you should do a little more research about that.....btw, was originally a 2 core rad, not 3.
Best to repaint the car like you planned.... black doesn't show in the rearview that well.....

 

[pussylicker]

I don't know how some people can stay in business. I mentioned that Yankee auto wreckers wanted as much as $460 for a used rad. I was emailed by a New York company, and in subsequent emails, have found the rad I need for $150 US. New, not used. I asked for specs, and they match mine, 100%, so no problems with fitting.

I guess if someone figures they have you by the short and curlies, they can charge whatever they want. Or they think you would be stupid enough to fall for their price and buy. I'm ashamed that there would be people out there trying to rip off Joe Q Public, when all he is doing is restoring a classic with original parts. Years ago, I wrote a Mustang off, without collision(in the middle of doing some bodywork, and insurance company took it off until it was completed), and the local auto wreckers gave my $100, and 2 days later sold the motor for over $400, rims for $300, and a week later sold the tranny and brand new clutch for $250. Aside from a bit of labour, they made $850, plus still had a shell to get other parts from.

 

[DistantVoyeur]

I needed a part for a caddy at one time, price ranged from $125 to $750....new part was $1400. The $125 was local and looked almost brand new, worked like a charm until the engine died....damn northstar crap.
Congrats on getting the part you need at a decent price.
Car parts is big business, even insurance companies take what they can get for scrap parts into the decision to write off a car.
You think getting parts for a Mustang is painful, try a 1969 Camaro.....
Most mechanical parts are ultra cheap, but when you get to proprietry pieces, bend over......

btw, hope you realized was just Mustang/Camaro owner ribbing, nothing serious. Unless your 'Rustang is post 72.... then you better withdraw the "classic" from the posting....

 

[freshbreath]

you should call up their customer service and call them hosers

 

[pussylicker]

You think getting parts for a Mustang is painful, try a 1969 Camaro.....
Most mechanical parts are ultra cheap, but when you get to proprietry pieces, bend over......

btw, hope you realized was just Mustang/Camaro owner ribbing, nothing serious. Unless your 'Rustang is post 72.... then you better withdraw the "classic" from the posting....

I always thought the '69 Camaros were the best pre '70s, and I liked up to the year they had the bumperettes. I guess '73 up were the "clones". Definately didn't like '82 and newer.

You're right that mechanical parts are cheaper, cause they can be used in multiple models, but trying to find trim or emblems, time to knock of the parents for the inheritance.

Ah yes, the rusty Ford syndrome came with the '73 models.