sell snap on tools
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Zeke
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Sorry for your loss. You might be better of either contacting an auction house for machines and tools or finding a person who will appraise the lot and then offer something reasonable. Take your time. You may not wish to deal with the general public.
Lassen Forge
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Ouch, never easy to lose a spouse, then deal with the aftermath...
Any chance you know who his SO rep or dealer was? Or can find out? They might be able to give you a ballpark value, or (if you're lucky) come over and give a quick appraisal. Shy of that get a PROFESSIONAL appraiser (don't rely on the "I been a mechanic for 20 years, them are worthless, I'll give you 50 bucks for the lot" - amazing how FAST those will come out of the woodwork) to get an honest value, and if you decide to go the auction route at least you know what minimums YOU need to set.
The hard part is the tools he has are likely (at absolute best) worth half of their retail value - and likely less. The sad reality about professional tools is they're like new cars - once you take them as yours they lose 50% of their value before you even unwrap them.
On the flip side, there IS a substantial investment there and you want to recoup as much of that as possible... Good luck.
Any chance you know who his SO rep or dealer was? Or can find out? They might be able to give you a ballpark value, or (if you're lucky) come over and give a quick appraisal. Shy of that get a PROFESSIONAL appraiser (don't rely on the "I been a mechanic for 20 years, them are worthless, I'll give you 50 bucks for the lot" - amazing how FAST those will come out of the woodwork) to get an honest value, and if you decide to go the auction route at least you know what minimums YOU need to set.
The hard part is the tools he has are likely (at absolute best) worth half of their retail value - and likely less. The sad reality about professional tools is they're like new cars - once you take them as yours they lose 50% of their value before you even unwrap them.
On the flip side, there IS a substantial investment there and you want to recoup as much of that as possible... Good luck.
Sorry about your loss Sandy.
I'd suggest finding out which snap on dealer he used, if he was buying on credit he might still owe money for the tools, and the dealer can give you a good evaluation either way.
You can post them here if you'd like.
You'll likely get more money on the internet than say a garage sale with random buyers.
If you want to post pictures here, by all means. Just don't listen to anyone messaging you privately. If they can't post a number publicly, they're tryin to lowball.
I'd suggest finding out which snap on dealer he used, if he was buying on credit he might still owe money for the tools, and the dealer can give you a good evaluation either way.
You can post them here if you'd like.
If you want to post pictures here, by all means. Just don't listen to anyone messaging you privately. If they can't post a number publicly, they're tryin to lowball.
rlitman
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The nice thing about Snap On is that the part numbers are easy to locate and then research on eBay for the history of recent sale prices.
Are you familiar with how to use a spreadsheet, like Google Sheets maybe? Start with an inventory.
jack stand
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Sorry for your loss Sandy.
I like the Male friend or relative that's somewhat of a tool guy idea handling the sale for you, I'm sure you have your hands full now.
The snap on dealer will probably not be your best friend as he's trying to sell new tools out of his truck but reaching out to him (with caution)..... you never know.
I like the Male friend or relative that's somewhat of a tool guy idea handling the sale for you, I'm sure you have your hands full now.
The snap on dealer will probably not be your best friend as he's trying to sell new tools out of his truck but reaching out to him (with caution)..... you never know.
First thing first, my condolences.
As for the tools it depends on how much work you want to put into it. If you are internet savvy and willing to research each item you could get a good idea on value and then list them here or go the ebay route.
If you want to get them gone then like others said, contact a snap-on dealer. You may find some receipts with his rep or a card in his box.
I would avoid the Craigslist and Facebook type stuff so you don't attract the wrong people.
Lastly I will ask what your definition of alot is. Maybe some pictures would help determine if its stuff you should put some time into.
I know when I go my wife will likely sell my stuff for pennies, I just hope it goes to someone that appreciates it if she does. My daughter has never really shown an interest in woodworking or automotive but I still hold out hope she will marry someone who does and he can have at all of it or at least have the knowledge to help my wife find it a good home for a good price.
As for the tools it depends on how much work you want to put into it. If you are internet savvy and willing to research each item you could get a good idea on value and then list them here or go the ebay route.
If you want to get them gone then like others said, contact a snap-on dealer. You may find some receipts with his rep or a card in his box.
I would avoid the Craigslist and Facebook type stuff so you don't attract the wrong people.
Lastly I will ask what your definition of alot is. Maybe some pictures would help determine if its stuff you should put some time into.
I know when I go my wife will likely sell my stuff for pennies, I just hope it goes to someone that appreciates it if she does. My daughter has never really shown an interest in woodworking or automotive but I still hold out hope she will marry someone who does and he can have at all of it or at least have the knowledge to help my wife find it a good home for a good price.
Sorry for your loss. My step mother was able to get an auctioneer company to do all of the work for a percentage of the proceeds. The ones I have dealt with all knew almost exactly what each item would sell for, and that went beyond tools and equipment. I expect you would come out ahead going that route even after the auction companies take.
msharley
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So sorry for your loss.........
ScottsGT
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Sorry for your loss. But above advise is bad to a point. Sure, there are folks out there looking for a steal of a deal and hoping every day the run across someone that has no idea of value. But if someone comes along and makes you an honest offer and you triple the price it won’t take long for word to get out and people won’t even bother and you’ll be stuck with them.
Take some time to get to know the market value for used Snap On. You might be sitting on a second retirement income there.
If you’re not in the mind set to deal with getting top dollar and just “want it gone” prepare to take lowball all or none offer. Auction houses will move it for you, but they are the ones that come out on top usually.
I was appointed by the courts to sell all of moms belongings after she passed. She was a QVC/HSN hoarder. She spent thousands on three warehouses of shiny trinkets and old furniture.
I told family to come get what they wanted first and then had a few garage sales and was pushing hard just to get someone to take stuff. Balance went to goodwill and the dump. I think in the end we might have gotten $2000 out of everything. Not worth the time we had to put into it.
I agree with the others about finding his dealer. He might have had an open line of credit with the truck and not Snap On credit. Make sure he’s made whole first.
Snap On has a website where you can look up prices via the part number to get an idea of new.
nadogail
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Beware of those who would take the pennies off a deadman’s eyes.
That is why you are being advised to contact your husband’s SnapOn dealer. Auction houses are generally a good idea too.
That is why you are being advised to contact your husband’s SnapOn dealer. Auction houses are generally a good idea too.
ar3929
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I'm sorry for your loss. If you need anything I am local in central Jersey. Please do not hesite to reach you.