I'll try to gather records and see how far back our mechanic's copies go. I'm only allowed to post five images here so I guess I'll try to create a page somewhere else and link. Thanks for the great advice.
Thanks for the healthy perspective. Only two owners, my dad and me, and the body damage was pretty much shrubbery plus parking lots. Never hit or been hit while driving on roads. But your points are super valid, and how will buyers know this is true besides the Carfax? Definitely something...
UPDATE: Hey everyone, thanks for all the input. The car sold today for 11k to a buyer who's going to enjoy the heck out of it. You are a great community and I really appreciated the range of opinions, depth of knowledge, and thoughtfulness you all brought to this question from an outsider...
Thanks for the prompt response! We have gotten conflicting advice on the appearance -- told that we might spend $3k making it look better but that it might not be the way the buyer wants anyway, so better just to drop the price. But you are right that people may judge based on the appearance...
UPDATE: This car has been sold. Not sure what protocol is for deleting or updating ads; if something needs doing please let me know.
63.5K Miles!!! Used for car-camping trips, hikes, dog parks, and visiting family between East Bay and LA. No off-road.
Factory front/rear lockers. Fully...