"Halibrand Cobra II wheels in......MAGNESIUM

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by Mark IV

Who said the deposit is five grand? And the deposit is NOT to "fund the venture", it is to assure that the "buyers" really want the wheels and are not just stroking the idea.

The principal in this proposed venture can likely buy me, you and most of the people here......he just does not want to sit on a lifetime supply of mag Halibrands.

Besides, they don't look good on beige cars!

Transmission complete.

Same thing. One side says "I won't pay for them 'till I see them." The other side says "I won't make them until you put up money." From what I can tell, you agree with me.

[Mark IV]

See these?

Are these real enough?

These are an ORIGINAL set of front/rear mag Cobra II Halibrands that Mr. Kress has for sale. I took these pictures last weekend during a visit to his estate (hidden on an island somewhere in the Southern Hemisphere to prevent GI Joe, the Taliban and the IRS from attacking)

The pictures were taken on his bed as he sleeps with these wheels to prevent any magnesium deterization from extreme temperature variances, he bravely gives his body heat for the protection of the next owner!

Guys, same drill. Not my wheels. Call Fran for details, price, b!tches, etc.

[patrickt]

This is not a slam on you, nor on Fran, but for the life of me I can't understand why people on here are so shy about posting numbers. I don't know why Fran doesn't say "tell them I'll take five grand for them" -- or whatever he wants. I don't know why you don't tell Fran to do that, and I don't know why the guys on here who claim they want mag wheels won't post the number they'd be willing to pay.

[Mark IV]

Originally Posted by patrickt

This is not a slam on you, nor on Fran, but for the life of me I can't understand why people on here are so shy about posting numbers. I don't know why Fran doesn't say "tell them I'll take five grand for them" -- or whatever he wants. I don't know why you don't tell Fran to do that, and I don't know why the guys on here who claim they want mag wheels won't post the number they'd be willing to pay.

As I said, not my wheels. I am just the messenger.

Yes, Fran is a Luddite. While he has a "smart phone" he is still looking for the dial ring.

Why is it such a freekin' big deal to call and ask him? I mean if you are REALLY interested I would think a two minute investment in a phone call would not be out of line.

All I am doing is a favor for a long time friend. All I get out of this is his "chili" jokes (trust me, if you don't know, don't ask) and more requests for Karen's chocolate chip cookies.

[patrickt]

A luddite with a smart phone? I just chalk it up to him being a bit peculiar; no big deal. That does not explain the half dozen or so guys on here that keep saying "I want mag wheels, I want mag wheels" and when you ask them "how much are you willing to pay?" all you get is a song and dance....

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by patrickt

That does not explain the half dozen or so guys on here that keep saying "I want mag wheels, I want mag wheels" and when you ask them "how much are you willing to pay?" all you get is a song and dance....

There's this outdated and often overlooked concept called "privacy." Maybe you heard of it? If and when I purchase a set of mags, it's none of your business how much I offered or paid. So there.

[Mark IV]

Originally Posted by patrickt

"how much are you willing to pay?" all you get is a song and dance....

No song and dance.....PICK UP THE FREEKIN' PHONE AND ASK!!!!!

He HAS a price. I don't quote it as I am not the seller, just the ad agency!

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by Mark IV

No song and dance.....PICK UP THE FREEKIN' PHONE AND ASK!!!!!

He HAS a price. I don't quote it as I am not the seller, just the ad agency!

My Chas-painted Trigos are just gorgeous - I wouldn't trade them for true mags. The point being, you have sellers who are not motivated to sell, and you have buyers who are not motivated to buy. No transaction(s) will ever take place. Like I said before, it's the seventh grade dance revisited.

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by Mark IV

Yes, Fran is a Luddite. While he has a "smart phone" he is still looking for the dial ring.

Having last seen Fran up close and in person this past fall, I can confirm that he is still looking for the "any key" .



Bill S.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by mrmustang

Having last seen Fran up close and in person this past fall, I can confirm that he is still looking for the "any key" .

Bill S.

Bill, you know how to close a deal. What are your thoughts on choosing the "you have to call to find out the price" versus "here's what I'm asking, yes it's high, but I'm firm, so don't call me unless you're serious" theories of selling?

[ERA Chas]

Originally Posted by patrickt

What are your thoughts on choosing the "you have to call to find out the price" versus "here's what I'm asking, yes it's high, but I'm firm, so don't call me unless you're serious" theories of selling?

Pal-why not give it a rest? You have no dog in this race and you're just pumping the same hot air. Rodknock gave you the crystal explanation.

[mrmustang]

I'll apologize ahead of time to everyone but Patrickt for the semi thread hijack and rant posted below.

Originally Posted by patrickt

Bill, you know how to close a deal. What are your thoughts on choosing the "you have to call to find out the price" versus "here's what I'm asking, yes it's high, but I'm firm, so don't call me unless you're serious" theories of selling?

Whenever I read of someone complaining they cannot get an answer without making a simple phone call, I feel they are not part of the solution, but part of the more common problem of the internet. Expecting it to be handed to you on a silver platter instead of actually taking the time to find out for themselves. Some very successful people still do not use the internet, one of them happens to be Fran Kress. So, instead of going back and forth with your posts (you have a tendency to take over a thread and split hairs to the point of disgust as viewed by the rest of us, perhaps just to pad your posts, or perhaps you are "THAT" A type personality that must get the very last word in), essentially hijacking a thread and taking it to someplace where it should have never gone in the first place.). The bottom line since you asked, if you are seriously interested in the price of the above mentioned wheels, pick up the phone on Monday and make the call. If not, then why bother to jerk everyone else around with your posts on this or any other thread.


Enough said.



Bill S.

[ERA Chas]

These are my 1990 editions. They are identically marked and contoured but in much better condition for having been in use 2+ decades.
And I don't have to sleep with 'em.

[601HP]

Originally Posted by patrickt

This is not a slam on you, nor on Fran, but for the life of me I can't understand why people on here are so shy about posting numbers. I don't know why Fran doesn't say "tell them I'll take five grand for them" -- or whatever he wants. I don't know why you don't tell Fran to do that, and I don't know why the guys on here who claim they want mag wheels won't post the number they'd be willing to pay.

I talked with Mr. Kress for a little while, one on one, at Ford Carlisle this afternoon. I asked for a price on the wheels shown in this thread. After he gave me the price, I hope he didn't notice my equilibrium beginning to falter.

David

[1ntCobra]

I guess the white finish on the inside of the wheels is some sort of aftermarket sealant to prevent air from leaking through the magnesium?

Originally Posted by Mark IV

See these?

Are these real enough?

These are an ORIGINAL set of front/rear mag Cobra II Halibrands that Mr. Kress has for sale. I took these pictures last weekend during a visit to his estate (hidden on an island somewhere in the Southern Hemisphere to prevent GI Joe, the Taliban and the IRS from attacking)

The pictures were taken on his bed as he sleeps with these wheels to prevent any magnesium deterization from extreme temperature variances, he bravely gives his body heat for the protection of the next owner!

Guys, same drill. Not my wheels. Call Fran for details, price, b!tches, etc.

[fordracing65]

I talked with Fran, they are $10,000 a wheel, maybe this will end the he said she said that nobodies buying...

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by fordracing65

I talked with Fran, they are $10,000 a wheel, maybe this will end the he said she said that nobodies buying...

Yep, that'll do it....