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04-26-2021, 03:39 PM | #1 |
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Auction of Gene Hetland's mostly '32 parts
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04-26-2021, 08:11 PM | #2 |
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Wow, that collection is incredible.
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04-26-2021, 09:04 PM | #3 |
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some nice parts there.
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04-27-2021, 07:53 AM | #4 |
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Thats some cool stuff
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04-27-2021, 09:40 AM | #5 |
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Makes one think of all the folks who have tons of "stuff" stashed away.
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04-27-2021, 10:18 AM | #6 |
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04-27-2021, 11:00 AM | #7 |
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Here is a photo of some of Genes parts dept. It actually came out of an old Ford dealership. When I visited every one of those drawers were packed with parts. Must have been a lot of work to go through everything to catalog it.
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04-27-2021, 03:03 PM | #8 |
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23% buyers premium, Wow!!! Now I see how Dana Mecum has a $ 20+ million dollar Ferrari!!
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04-27-2021, 03:37 PM | #9 |
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04-27-2021, 04:17 PM | #10 |
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Note the period-correct tin ceiling panels to complement the cabinet work and drawers.
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04-27-2021, 04:56 PM | #11 |
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04-28-2021, 09:17 PM | #12 |
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Vehicles go on May22.
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04-29-2021, 10:53 PM | #13 |
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When you bid on a lot, are you bidding on what is pictured, or what is in the description? Most of the pictures suck and the descriptions seem to be written by someone who has no idea what they are describing and spelling makes you wonder
Example, Lot 1164, "Ford Grill" They give dimensions? Am I supposed to check if it is an inch short? 1/2 long? 2 in too wide? Would be good if it was stated, used, restored, NOS, Vintique, that would be helpful. Example, Lot 1336, "Ford Parts" What is a Gatke Gear? Lot of 20, I counted 7 times came up with 19 every time. I think the Gatke Gear is awol Example, Lot 1334, "Ford air cleaner and parts" Lot of 13, I count 15 items. Do they hold back two items??? Example, Lot 1354. "1932 Ford engine fan NOS" dimensions again, OK, seven pictures, four are of a fuel pump??? If your the successful bidder do you get the fan and the pump because it's pictured? Otherwise Im gobsmacked!!!!!!!! |
04-30-2021, 07:48 AM | #14 | |
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I looked on the Mecum site AND could find VERY LITTLE about shipping and handling of "the goods" once the winning bid is received? I have heard MANY stories of "missing" items from "multi item" lots and what I DO read from Mecum ALL OVER their site IS "WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE" which I take at face value AND I take as BOTH DEFINITIONS of the statement!!!!! They are not a "responsible" for the "sticky hands" of their employee's and contractors THUS they are not a "responsible" company in my view!!!! |
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04-30-2021, 07:58 AM | #15 | |
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They have a third party that packs the items up. They then send you a shipping quote. You have to confirm that item can be shipped. Most, but not all items are available to ship. I agree that it isn't the most clear set up. My recommendation is to call if you have any questions. Remember there is a buyer's premium you'll pay on top of the overall total bid cost. I'd assume shipping will be marked up as well. |
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04-30-2021, 08:16 AM | #16 |
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It happened to me.Not a Mecum auction but another "reputable auction Co" based in MN. The part I wanted that was in the pic posted was switched out and not in the parts shipped. I contacted the Auction house and they said Oh those pics were taken 3 months ago.Sorry about that. They did refund my bid amount and the shipping. They apparently hire people to assist in arranging the lots and one of them had sticky fingers.No more on line auctions for me.Better be there or forget it or throw the dice.
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Plus, Mecum in particular is seemingly never responsible for anything according to them.
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04-30-2021, 09:46 AM | #18 |
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There’s an on-line auction going on in Maine now. A lot of multi item lots. I believe I read in the auction house descriptions that lots could be changed before or during the sale, online only but your are allowed to view the items. Not something I want to take a chance on.... Mark
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04-30-2021, 10:17 AM | #19 |
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I guess no dice with buying any parts there.I never did trust those Auctions houses anyway.I have about everything I need for my 32 anyway.My eyes are bigger then my pocket book anyway.The wife said when I bit the dust she going to junk all my Junkers anyway.Maybe part them outside by the curb with a sign Free for the taking.Some days I don't think she likes me anymore?
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I hope that day never comes, but please pass along my contact information to your wife. I'm sure I could help her by hauling away all of that free junk she puts to the curb. Heck, I'll even help her by loading it in my truck to save her the effort! LOL! |
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