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Usafexplorer · 02-27-2022, 09:55 PM

New to the relm of vintage projects and replacement parts costs. What should I expect to pay for a dent-free original '31 used hood with side panels in good condition? Prices are seemingly all over the place.

Thanks

vulture · 02-27-2022, 11:13 PM

They are all over the place but 100 would be a good price. Last swap seen one for 400 and another for 30 and it was sold.

John Dayhuff · 02-28-2022, 05:14 AM

Yup, sold one for $100 last fall at Gilmores.

Oldbluoval · 02-28-2022, 05:46 AM

Side panels are prevalent
Good, straight tops are a bit harder to find
Really decent hood, all 4 panels $200-250
Imho

ronn · 02-28-2022, 07:05 AM

I agree with the 250 quote for a real decent one.

I used to sell them for 150, but in my area, that buys you a shabby one now.

with a hood, more then maybe any other body part, it is imperative to start with the best you can find. torn hinges or dents in the louvers is mucho work.

Usafexplorer · 02-28-2022, 10:18 AM

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Thanks for all of the helpful replies.

Fred A · 03-07-2022, 10:03 AM

As usual, prices vary greatly. If the explorer is in an area with many events where parts are sold, the chances of finding a better deal are better. The LA area would be better as estate sales and swap meets abound. It's dying season for so many Model A owners out here and such parts are offered by the families. I belong to three clubs and the average age is in the seventies. Good Luck: Fred A

02-27-2022, 09:55 PM	#1
Usafexplorer Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Iowa Posts: 31	Used hood - Cost? New to the relm of vintage projects and replacement parts costs. What should I expect to pay for a dent-free original '31 used hood with side panels in good condition? Prices are seemingly all over the place. Thanks

02-27-2022, 11:13 PM	#2
vulture Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: In the shop Posts: 359	Re: Used hood - Cost? They are all over the place but 100 would be a good price. Last swap seen one for 400 and another for 30 and it was sold. __________________ Wanted Roadster Pick up thank you COLOR]

02-28-2022, 05:14 AM	#3
John Dayhuff Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Battle Creek, Michigan Posts: 164	Re: Used hood - Cost? Yup, sold one for $100 last fall at Gilmores. __________________ John

02-28-2022, 05:46 AM	#4
Oldbluoval Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Signal Mtn, TN (SE TN) Posts: 2,372	Re: Used hood - Cost? Side panels are prevalent Good, straight tops are a bit harder to find Really decent hood, all 4 panels $200-250 Imho

02-28-2022, 07:05 AM	#5
ronn Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NNNNNNNNJJJJJJJJJJ Posts: 6,791	Re: Used hood - Cost? I agree with the 250 quote for a real decent one. I used to sell them for 150, but in my area, that buys you a shabby one now. with a hood, more then maybe any other body part, it is imperative to start with the best you can find. torn hinges or dents in the louvers is mucho work.

02-28-2022, 10:18 AM	#6
Usafexplorer Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Iowa Posts: 31	Re: Used hood - Cost? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Thanks for all of the helpful replies.

03-07-2022, 10:03 AM	#7
Fred A Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Encino California, near Burbank Posts: 935	Re: Used hood - Cost? As usual, prices vary greatly. If the explorer is in an area with many events where parts are sold, the chances of finding a better deal are better. The LA area would be better as estate sales and swap meets abound. It's dying season for so many Model A owners out here and such parts are offered by the families. I belong to three clubs and the average age is in the seventies. Good Luck: Fred A