| EWATERS | -- 08-09-2017 @ 12:15 PM |
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It has been a while since I logged in on this forum since my 1950 Ford was restored and usable. I have a strange item to address; i.e., The potential value of vintage oil cans; Are there really individuals who collect antique Oil Cans? I ask because I have an ancient 5-gallon oil can that was "old" back in the 1950's. It is a "CRUISER" 100% PURE PENNSYLVANIA MOTOR OIL. I thought I would ask this Ford Forum before I embark on learning to use "ebay" If there is any interest, I can try to send picture and discuss value to a would-be collector/buyer.
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| EWATERS | -- 08-09-2017 @ 1:50 PM |
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If interested, see picture added
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| trjford8 | -- 08-10-2017 @ 5:27 PM |
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That can is in very nice condition. Check e-Bay as there is a category for oil can collectors. Also there are swap meets called Gas Bashes where oil cans are bought, sold and traded. Keep an eye on e-Bay to get an idea of the value of your can. Certain cans can be worth a lot of money depending on the brand, condition , and the graphics on the can.
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| EWATERS | -- 08-11-2017 @ 12:20 PM |
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To "trjfords8" Thanks for your comments. I have checked ebay but there are no 5-gallon CRUISER cans like mine to estimate a value. Ultimately, the "value" can only be determined by a connection between a source of an item and an interested party "collector." However, I appreciate you input. I have recently become aware of ebay as a potential venue for connecting "collector's" with a source; however, I thought V-8 club members as an initial source to connect with interested collectors. I'm hoping to price it at $50.00 (plus/minus) depending my research. So, now my new adventure begins; i.e., listing on ebay site for my esoterica. After all life is a collection of new adventures.
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| trjford8 | -- 08-12-2017 @ 12:01 PM |
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$50 may not be enough. Check Google as I believe there may be some Petroliana collector clubs or associations.
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| engine | -- 08-13-2017 @ 6:53 AM |
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There is a Pontiac car museum in Pontiac Illinois that has a huge oil can collection. You can look them up and see if they are interested.
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| TomO | -- 08-14-2017 @ 8:17 AM |
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One not as nice as yours sold in 2016 on E-Bay for $85. Here is a web site where oil can collectors hang out http://www.oldgas.com/ebaystatus.html Tom
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| EWATERS | -- 08-16-2017 @ 10:47 AM |
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Tom: Thanks for the info, the "Old Gas.com" site sounds promising since they have listing for collectors here in Ohio.
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