Classic American Car Parts: A Pickers Guide to Buying & Selling [Paperback]

David H Lehr (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 18, 2012

Are you an amateur or part time classic car parts dealer? Ever wonder how the professional parts dealers "make it" in this tough economy? Whether you are a collector, or you sell classic car parts in your spare time, CLASSIC AMERICAN CAR PARTS will teach you the tricks and methods used by professional dealers. From GM to FORD to CHRYSLER, even AMC, this book will teach you what to buy, how to find it, and how to get the best deal. This book will also teach you how to market and sell your parts for maximum profit. These are the secret tricks the pros use. Published for the first time, much of this information has never been offered to the public before. You will learn about: -Dealer strategies for part time or full time dealers. -What types of parts to buy and which parts to avoid. -This book contains a value gauge of engines, transmissions and car parts in general for classic Chevy, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Cadillac, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Rambler and more. -How to determine value and marketability. You don't need a value guide if you know how to use Google and E-bay. -How to understand part numbers, cast numbers, date codes. Which books contain the best information. -How to judge quality, and what makes certain parts worth more than others. -How to find buyable and profitable classic cars and parts by cleaning out garages, buying out estates, and going to public auctions. -How to "wheel & deal" at swap meets, public auctions or in the seller's driveway. These are the secret tricks and strategies the dealers use to get the best deal. Learn how to expose a seller's weaknesses and exploit it for the best deal. -How to beat the other dealers to a "good buy" without getting a "punch in the nose". -How to maximize profit by "parting out" junk classic cars. Learn how to make 500% to 2000% profit. -Why parts "interchange" is so important and where to find that information. -How to market and sell your parts at swap meets. Learn how to "read" your customer's mind and make the sale. -How to market and sell your parts on E-bay. Create listings that maximize profit and minimize customer disappointment. -How to run a successful E-bay classic car parts business. How and when to pack. Where to get free packing supplies. How to ship. How to give excellent customer service for 100% positive feedback. How to handle complaints and returns. -How to manage your parts business as a full time occupation. From taxes to managing inventory and capital, this book covers it all. The value of the information in this book is well worth the cover price.

Product Details

• Paperback: 92 pages
• Publisher: Outskirts Press (January 18, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1432784633
• ISBN-13: 978-1432784638
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #357,588 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)