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I've said in other threads that trying to price GTXs is tricky, because the pool of real buyers is relatively small compared to say, folks chasing second generation Chargers. In 45 years of owning them, I've found it's hard to find good ones without paying a stiff price, and hard to get a decent offer when selling a good one. I've paid the stiff prices, knowing it was cheaper than trying to upgrade a lesser car. I've sold them relatively cheap, not wanting to devote significant time to the marketing process, and weeding out the tire kickers and low ballers. I sold my '69 in 24 hours when I made up my mind to move it quickly. Knowing the background of your car, and the fact you were trying to replicate a needle in a haystack from your younger days, I think you and your seller were well matched, and the price was a good deal for both.
IMO the eBay car may have been a decent deal, assuming it was fully functional, no hidden rust or collision issues, and no plans on the part of the buyer to make it into a show winner. History doesn't seem to be a huge selling point with 440 cars. It is to me, but the folks who have bought my cars never seemed concerned with anything past fender tag or broadcast sheet (all my stuff has been numbers matching.)
IMO the eBay car may have been a decent deal, assuming it was fully functional, no hidden rust or collision issues, and no plans on the part of the buyer to make it into a show winner. History doesn't seem to be a huge selling point with 440 cars. It is to me, but the folks who have bought my cars never seemed concerned with anything past fender tag or broadcast sheet (all my stuff has been numbers matching.)