R12 value

[trekrok]

I found 9 cans of R12 while cleaning out a shop. I think I bought it back when they were outlawing the manufacture of it. Far as I can tell they are still good.

I can't really tell what it's selling for. Most of what I see on ebay appears to be some type of r12 replacement, not actual r12 freon.

Any idea of value on these? Am I rich?

 

[AKmoose]

20-25 years ago it was bring $20-25 a can, not sure now but doubt there's many cars that haven't been converted. I remember when it was 88 cents a can and could pick it up darn near anywhere. Maybe someone with an antique fridge that they just couldn't live without might need it and give a premium, If they're selling a replacement there must be a market.

 

[Shinneryfarmer]

Only R12 I seen lately was priced $50 a can.

 

[Chuckie]

Look through the want-ad sections of car magazines, especially those geared towards older cars. Bound to be some gear-head needing some to recharge the AC for his 'antique' ride, and will pay a premium price for the R12.

 

[30BulletHoles]

Yes there is a market for it. I think I paid $40-$50 per can last year when working on the ac in my son’s 93 Mustang. Go to a car show and talk to some guys. You’ll be able to make a pretty penny on it.

 

[saddlebum]

it is illegal to possess if you don't have an EPA 608 or 609 license