MacBook Tiger Install issue

Hello! I have a MacBook that was given to me and I am trying to reinstall Tiger. However when i get to the part to choose what type of install (Erase & Install, Upgrade) everything becomes grayed out. All I can do is go back. I went to disk utility to try and erase the HD or create a new partition but everything again is grayed out. I have no idea where to go from here. Appreciate your help.

Hello Again Tperk96!
"Yes I am using the original install disk from the factory."
Did you verify that with the original owner?
Do the DVDs match this description?
The grey disc 1 should say MacBook with Mac OS X Install Disc under that.
And further down:
Mac OS version 10.4.x. (The x depends on the incremental version at the time of mfg.)
AHT version 3A104 (Depending on the mfg. date and version, this may also be different)
Disc version 1
ali b

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