This is a car that I would say isn�t quite ready to be sold; that is, with a
little simple mechanical work and a thorough detailing, it would be a much
more desirable candidate than it is now.
This car would be a fantastic choice for somebody on a limited budget, with
some good mechanical skills and a bit of patience. It could be a �rolling
restoration�, where after a few immediate-action items are sorted out (steering,
axle/bearings, bushings, headlights, window, front tires), the car could then
be driven, and the remaining items sorted as time and budget allowed.
As it sits, I view this car as about a $25K proposition--well, that�s before
including the value of the included parts, including a spare engine (probably
worn-out), new axle/bearings, and a full set of poly suspension bushings.
Taking that into account, it creeps upwards into the $27K range or thereabouts.
A thorough cleaning would go a long way towards improving the sale-ability of
the car, too.
But if the immediate-action items are sorted before the car is sold, and the
car then has tight suspension, new front tires, and everything electrical
works, then it nudges up towards the $30K level.
I really enjoyed driving this car, even with its braking/steering issues. It
goes really well, sounds great, the color is appealing (scratches
notwithstanding), and it would be a very simple thing to really improve this car
dynamically, by doing things like removing the spring spacers to lower it back down to the stock (European) ride height, fitting a new radiator, cleaning up the
interior foibles, installing relays and a new headlight switch, etc.
The car is what it is. If this is the kind of car you are looking for, then
it�s highly recommended. If what you want is a turn-key, no-issues car as
opposed to a rolling collection of minor (and some major) projects, then you
would be best advised to look elsewhere (and plan on spending substantially more).
Kevin can be contacted on his cell phone at (650) 270 4083, home (707)
994-5344, or via e-mail at [email protected]
Cheers!
Mike |
