[Baron Von Zeppelin]

Since our friend Bob no longer owns this Formula
lets hear some guesstimates on what it should and/or will bring at Mecum

i think Bob had about $347,009.12 invested in it

[Judge273]

Just look at that chrome hurst shifter, and defrost switch!

But it’s the top 72 HO Formula in all categories!

a special color being Black on Black, loaded with options, with the goodies being 455HO, 4 speed, posi, handling, honeys, deluxe with formula wheel...

1 of 82 Pontiac’s muscle sports car, with performance.

Collector Museum quality 6 figures or someone steals it?

[njsteve]

besides being the "highest octane known to exist" made ;-) I got a kick out of the "original sheet metal" too.

Doesn't the seller have any idea what went into making that car so perfect?

[unruhjonny]

Originally Posted by njsteve

... Doesn't the seller have any idea what went into making that car so perfect?

I'd think that the current seller doesn't know, or didn't care to share it (as in, don't let the facts get in the way of talking it up).

Just this thread alone would beyond a doubt prove everything put into this car for any potential owner;
This thread is some serious documentation!

I am still surprised that Bob let it go.
I expected that with all the work put into it, that he'd want to enjoy it!?

[Baron Von Zeppelin]

I think its definitely the top dog #1 "Formula Hooded" car of all time.
Thats a big statement because we all know there are some really kick ass cars still in existence within that category.
It's actually my top pick of all cars built in 1972, if they were all Free - just pick 1 out

loose guessing
in a Perfect Storm of bidder prospects = 111,000

CoVid19 Rehab Mecum = 88-91k

eBay = 72-75k

PY Peanut Gallery/non-potential buyers = 45k with a full tank of highest octane known to exist

Bring-A-Trailer = 185,000

[1965gp]

BVZ nailed it. Most accurate analysis I’ve seen

[Formulabruce]

Originally Posted by njsteve

besides being the "highest octane known to exist" made ;-) I got a kick out of the "original sheet metal" too.

Doesn't the seller have any idea what went into making that car so perfect?

WWNDS ? "What would Neil Diamond Say? hehe!!

[Formulabruce]

This beauty sells for 120K plus buyers premium or the bid goes on. From a Museum perspective, it is Not Replaceable.. Few parts in there I am pretty proud of !!!!!

[weranc55]

Originally Posted by 1965gp

BVZ nailed it. Most accurate analysis I’ve seen

X 2

[keith k]

Originally Posted by 1965gp

BVZ nailed it. Most accurate analysis I’ve seen

X3.
Both Funny, AND accurate!

[Bentwheelbob]

Originally Posted by Baron Von Zeppelin

I think its definitely the top dog #1 "Formula Hooded" car of all time.
Thats a big statement because we all know there are some really kick ass cars still in existence within that category.
It's actually my top pick of all cars built in 1972, if they were all Free - just pick 1 out

loose guessing
in a Perfect Storm of bidder prospects = 111,000

CoVid19 Rehab Mecum = 88-91k

eBay = 72-75k

PY Peanut Gallery/non-potential buyers = 45k with a full tank of highest octane known to exist

Bring-A-Trailer = 185,000

Damn, I’m getting seller’s remorse reading all these posts and seeing the Mecum photos .....

It will be interesting to see what it bids to and at what price the seller is willing to cut it loose. Even in the perfect storm range he’ll be losing a big chunk of change and if the reserve get’s lifted in the CoVid range I will be tempted to try to buy it back.

[njsteve]

You and me both, Bob. ;-)

(just kidding. All my $ is going into the purple cuda at the moment)

[Baron Von Zeppelin]

It's going to be one heckum of a Mecum at Indy this year !

Hope some guys show up wearing their BentWheelBob/BlackWidow/Perfect Formula T-shirts.
Those were a limited edition print and are No Longer Available.

[74SDformula]

I too am surprised Bob sold this car. However priorities change over time. I know that I really enjoyed following this thread. Bob, thanks for sharing all of these photos with us.

[unruhjonny]

Originally Posted by 74SDformula

I too am surprised Bob sold this car. However priorities change over time. I know that I really enjoyed following this thread. Bob, thanks for sharing all of these photos with us.

I wholly agree!

[OVERULD]

Originally Posted by Bentwheelbob

I felt that bragging rights belonged to the buyer.

Bob, congrats on the sale of this car. IMHO, all the bragging rights belong to you because you and MPD are the ones who created the car we now see and appreciate as the king of the hill.

Can’t wait to follow your next thread when you find and create your next example of Poncho Perfection.

BJ

[OVERULD]

Edit: Forgot to give Darrell credit for his incredible work in restoring this car.

BJ

[Baron Von Zeppelin]

Lets help Bob pick out another 70-73 fixer-upper .... haha

I'd vote for Ms.Alaska Adriatic
assuming he doesn't go nuclear on buying back The Black Car

[Tellyshavilli]

Originally Posted by Baron Von Zeppelin

Lets help Bob pick out another 70-73 fixer-upper .... haha

I'd vote for Ms.Alaska Adriatic
assuming he doesn't go nuclear on buying back The Black Car

Good idea , I second the motion on the Alaska car

[eaglesan13]

Here's a fixer-upper for Bob. It belongs to a friend of mine. It's rough, and the engine and trans are missing, but it's a real X-code, 72 Formula 455HO. Sundance Orange with deluxe covert interior, and 28 options on the PHS.

[QUOTE=Baron Von Zeppelin;6154065]Lets help Bob pick out another 70-73 fixer-upper .... haha [QUOTE]