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ponchjoe 01-21-2024 12:39 PM

T3 Headlights, any Value?
 
Hi all
I recently acquired some parts from a gentleman that restored some Pontiacs and he saved a lot of things. I have some T3 headlights that are supposed to be good as he checked them before removal. Most are 2 prong High beam but may have a couple of low/high combo. Are these worth anything to anyone or should I just trash them?
Thanks for the insight

Lightfoot 01-21-2024 01:48 PM

Don't trash them! They definately have collector value.
I don't know what the going rate is, but someone on eBay is bound to pony up near 'market value'.
Or try craigslist.
If you don't do internet selling, bring 'em to a swap meet.

I'd test them all with jumper wires to a battery to verify which ones worked.

Lightfoot 01-21-2024 01:55 PM

I shouldn't say collector value by themselves, as much as they add value to concours restorations on period cars.

65madgoat 01-21-2024 02:39 PM

I would only have a T3 or reproduction T3 on a correct appearing or properly restored car.

Anything else and a complete turnoff. Especially those new lame HOLLEY lights.

65madgoat 01-21-2024 02:40 PM

Good used T3 bulbs go for $25+ each usually.....

Stuart 01-21-2024 04:34 PM

They changed the T3 logo periodically, so you can determine their approximate age. There are links online that show the different styles.

Jeff Hamlin 01-21-2024 06:27 PM

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IMO If you're after a correct look, I recommend these;

LINK> https://www.lectriclimited.com/lighting-fuse-flashers

I can't see anyone paying $25 for an old bulb, but as they say...

65madgoat 01-21-2024 06:58 PM

You pay $25 for 1 because Lectric only sells new repop bulbs in sets of 4...

60sstuff 01-21-2024 07:44 PM

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The assembly line T-3’s have a inked date code on the back side of the bulb.

ponchjoe 01-21-2024 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 60sstuff (Post 6479809)
The assembly line T-3’s have a inked date code on the back side of the bulb.

Thanks for posting that! I’m pretty sure these are all 60-67 but will be able to check now. And I’d make make someone a deal on all of these.

Half-Inch Stud 01-21-2024 10:12 PM

Run the headlight GND wires to the Alternator Case rather that the Rad Support for BRIGHT T-3 performance.

65madgoat 01-21-2024 11:41 PM

I am seeking 1972 era T3 headlights 7" round if anyone has a pair....


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