>
> Look very carefully at the location that the trailing arms mount to the
> frame. Very easy to get to, it's just behind the seats, and underneath
> the car. If there is rust on these pieces, get up, dust yourself off,
> and say 'Thanks, but no thanks'. Repairing/replacing these sections is
> very time and labour intnsive, requiring up to a body off repair or a
> new frame. I'd suspect that this is the case with that as a price.
>
> Other places to look for rust:
>
> Top of the rear wheel arch, along the seam of the fender.
>
> On top of the taillight section that wraps around the rear corner.
> (the part on the rear quarterpanel)
>
> The driver's side floor, underneath the pedals.
>
> The bottom of the front fenders, right at the junction with the
> firewall.
>
> That's about it.
>
Well, you hit the nail on the head, the trailing arm on the left side was
barely hanging on. In fact, the left rear wheel had noticeable toe out.
I wouldn't want to see what they think serious rust is, the only un-rusted
panels were the bonnet and boot lid.
In general, the car was a total wreck. They'll problably sell it to some
unsuspecting fool who wants a sports car in the worst way, 'cause that's
what it is, the worst way.
Thanks to everyone for your input.
Doug - All I wanted was a cheap fun car while I redo my cheap fun...Whoops!!
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