anyone else feel this way?????
And you just answered your own question. Way too many people trying to make a business out of selling some old parts. And a lot of them don't give a crap about what you're working on or if you get the parts you need, as long as they make a killing on the parts.
Some people make a killing on parts, it's just not me.
As a matter of fact, over the years, I've given away or scrapped more stuff than i will ever remember........
I usually like trading, that way, both parties are happy with the deal.
To me. it's not about the money, it's getting what you need and what the other person needs.
Yes, I've made good money on parts when sold, and I've lost money too.
If it's worth it to me, then i do the deal.
The thing that i can't stand is those hard luck stories that a lot of people have. I've been screwed big time by these losers crying poverty and me falling for it only to be ''flipped'' a few months later because ''i had to sell it, i needed the money'' for a tidy profit.
If you go to a grocery store and buy food, the store factors into the price what it costs to receive it, handle it, display it, and sell it. And they add their profit on top of all that for their trouble.
It's called business.
I work in the food industry, and i know what the actual cost to the manufacturer is.
Without profit, i would not have a job. An item that leaves our plant for say $10.00 to us (all in) is sold for $30.00 retail. And everyone is making money. GOOD money.
So, doubling the price on parts and cars and making money is not good?
What about trading and selling to fix your own car up?
Not everyone is a money monger, i just think people don't like the thought of someone making a profit on your back.
You would crap your pants if you really knew how the world of business works.
Basically, the market is defined by supply and demand, and if the supply is down, and the demand is high, it goes to the highest bidder and that determines the price.
Case in point, a 426 Hemi engine in Europe will always sell for more than the United States.
A B-Body 8 3/4 will sell more easily in an area where there is no junk yards plentiful with them.
Rant over, but everyone has to be real...........:D
