Well,
Sounds like a good deal, if it's not a total rustbucket. I thought
$1500 for a complete, relatively clean non-runner was a good deal.
BUT: it'll probably cost you more than the purchase price to get it
going again, from experience! Brakes are pricey, the heads are
PHENOMENALLY so if you need major work done, especially as many shops
have no CLUE as to how to do them and consequently ruin them. The little
bits and pieces add up fast.
So if you want a project, this might be a good way to go. If you want
a car to drive and enjoy, look to spend 4-6K and you'll be happier (and
richer!) in the end.
Toby
michael miller jr. wrote:
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> Hi, i'm new to the list. I just found a 69 roadster and parts car in my
> area for $875. I don't know a lot about these cars but am very
> interested in getting one. If you guys could tell me if this sounds like
> a good deal and anything I might need to look for when I see it I would
> appreciate it. It's been sitting about 10 years. Its a complete solex
> version(?). The engine and tranny were rebuilt not long before parking.
> Head shaved and cam towers shimmed. He said that before parking it it
> would overheat. Since that time he thinks the prob is due to improper
> install of cam tower shimms. Says its possible if the cam sprocket is
> not prop removed during shim install. Says its easily corrected,is he
> right. He said it has very minor rust,its been covered mostly since
> parked. Thats about all I know so far. I hope to see it friday. I'd
> appreciate any suggestions. thanks
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