Lurking from the 60/100 forums, but need some 55 advice -
Found a beat up looking 55 while in the desert SW this weekend, just sitting in a off the path parking lot with a sad "for sale" sign on it -
73, same owner for last 18y, odometer broke a decade ago per owner; prev 2 owners in the same area -
but fairly well "used". Some broken glass, bumpers and corners with dents, minor fender well rust. Paint nearly gone (oxidized), interior and dash shot beyond repair.
Frame looks straight, though, and scuffed with a little surface rust only; suspension pretty flat; reportedly $1,000 spent with a local mechanic over the last year for the front end and brakes; engine "runs". Did not get chance to drive it, just saw it, looked it over perfunctorily, and called the owner.
So - I realize this is pretty sketchy info - but what would a safe offer be for a good metal, good frame 55 that needs some superficial body work including front and rear bumpers, complete paint, needs interior complete including dash, and suspension?
I'm out of my league on 55s; but would love to rescue this one and give it a good home
txs
Found a beat up looking 55 while in the desert SW this weekend, just sitting in a off the path parking lot with a sad "for sale" sign on it -
73, same owner for last 18y, odometer broke a decade ago per owner; prev 2 owners in the same area -
but fairly well "used". Some broken glass, bumpers and corners with dents, minor fender well rust. Paint nearly gone (oxidized), interior and dash shot beyond repair.
Frame looks straight, though, and scuffed with a little surface rust only; suspension pretty flat; reportedly $1,000 spent with a local mechanic over the last year for the front end and brakes; engine "runs". Did not get chance to drive it, just saw it, looked it over perfunctorily, and called the owner.
So - I realize this is pretty sketchy info - but what would a safe offer be for a good metal, good frame 55 that needs some superficial body work including front and rear bumpers, complete paint, needs interior complete including dash, and suspension?
I'm out of my league on 55s; but would love to rescue this one and give it a good home
txs