Questions about some 60s models....

[fendermender]

Back in the 60s, I built a number of models and put some in long-term storage. Many of these were un-built or partially built models that were garnered from neighborhood kids in trades, gifts or unwanted discards.  Those in storage were recently unearthed and my strong desire to return to the hobby is belatedly renewed.  However, since being isolated from the hobby for so long, I have no real sense of what the monetary value is of these particular models and kits .  I would certainly prefer to start my return to the hobby by beginning with the least expensive model and go from there. 

1) What model is the most valuable, the least valuable and the middle-of-the-roaders in terms of monetary value in the market? (I am not necessarily interested in selling these.  It's a historical preservation issue.)

2) Since most of the models are incomplete regarding some key parts and their boxes, is it TRAKable to use parts from one model on another if the model is to be stock?  IE., using a Ford interior in a GM model.  I have a number of spare parts and decals from the 60s, so if these parts/decals are used in the re-build of some of the models , would the builds then qualify, even if they are from different models and kits? 

I really appreciate any and all comments.  Thank you very much.

These models are un-built, mostly complete, but with no boxes except where noted.  The year and manufacturer of the models is accurate to the best of my knowledge. If you know better, please inform me. I've been away from the hobby for a long time and most of the boxes are absent, so I cannot verify a lot of them by this method.

1965 Pontiac GTO Convertible-AMT

1961 Ford Thunderbird-Dealer Promo Model

1964 Lincoln Continental Convertible-AMT

1961 Mercury Monterey Convertible-AMT

1960 Ford F-100 Pickup Trucks (2)-AMT

1961 Chrysler Imperial Convertible- AMT

1962 Chrysler Imperial Coupe- Revell

1961 Ford Falcon Ranchero-SMP 1:24

1932 Ford Model B Deuce-AMT

1962 Chevrolet Pickup Truck-AMT

*1961 Volkswagen Beetle-Pyro Classic 1:24 ("new" complete unbuilt kit)

**1934 Ford Pickup Truck-AMT #T-134 (complete started kit)


1961 Dyna-Moe Bonneville Racer-Hawk Model Company 1:24

1962 Chevrolet Corvette convertible-Aurora 1:32

[Deleted]

In regards to your #2, it is always TRaKable to swap around parts from different kits however "stock" builds are not TRaKable.

Looking at your list I'd say that the 60 Ford and 62 Chevy pickups might be rarest and value is always related to condition.

As always..I could be wrong and someone else could and probably will have a different opinion.

[krassandbernie]

It is a bit tough to give you an estimated value not having photos to go by for a more accurate picture of their condition. The '60 Ford pickups, '62 Chevy picup, and perhaps the two Chrysler Imperial kits might be worth a bit more than the others.....again, depending on their condition. That being said, I would not hesitate to have fun and build any one of them. That is what they were meant for. What is more worthwhile preserving as far as model car history is concerned......is mint unbuilt original issue kits from the '60's. Ones that are started, missing parts, do not have boxes, etc. are very plentiful in the grand scheme of things. I hope this helps you out a little.

[dodgefever]

Check Ebay for sold listings to get an idea of market value. I agree with the others, those pickup kits were only issued once amd tend to fetch a decent price. Others, like the '32 Ford, '34 pickup and '65 GTO have been reissued many times (albeit with changes), so an early issue is only worth more to a more informed, or more obsessive collector.