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Anything I should know about or be concerned with?
You can be sure that it will need more than just a headliner or to fix "a little rust".
It's 40 years old.
This is the sort of car meant for the sort of person who can answer the questions you have...
not the sort of person asking them. But if you have a big wad or low standards... have fun.
This isnt my first classic car. I have had a few. Just wanted to know what certain things I should look for on this model. I am not afraid of the work the car may need.
Are you looking at this car as a daily driver, full-blown restoration project, or something to make a fun Sunday driver once a few cosmetic issues are corrected?
You've made a wise investment choice. Cars from the early 70s
are picking up interest. It wasn't long ago these gas guzzlers
were sent to the graveyards without a second thought, or selling
for a couple hundred bucks, not any more.
As with all Fords from the 70s be mindful of the transmission.
You might even want to look around for a spare tranny now
and just store it before they get harder to obtain. The cost
will only be passed along to the next buyer anyway.
Get the undercarriage rustproofed if it is not already. You need
to look at it well and tap areas for strength cuz if the chassis is rusted
already I would look for different car.
You may also want to get the windshield finished and coated.
good luck and if you buy it share some pics with us.
Last edited by Snowball7; 01-17-2013 at 08:43 AM..
This isn't my first classic car. I have had a few.
I am not afraid of the work the car may need.
Just wanted to know what certain things I should look for on this model.
That implies you're looking for a short list. It won't be that.
As alluded to above... there is **nothing** on a 40 year old car that won't warrant a
complete rebuilding or outright replacing with modern components. Nothing.
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Originally Posted by youthinkso
WHY? 1970s American cars are not worth the effort...
especially the old Ford Tanks. let it die .
^^What he said.
The '67 or '68 is about the newest old T-bird with any decent styling.
But it's still a boat.
You've made a wise investment choice. Cars from the early 70s
are picking up interest. It wasn't long ago these gas guzzlers
were sent to the graveyards without a second thought, or selling
for a couple hundred bucks, not any more.
As with all Fords from the 70s be mindful of the transmission.
You might even want to look around for a spare tranny now
and just store it before they get harder to obtain. The cost
will only be passed along to the next buyer anyway.
Get the undercarriage rustproofed if it is not already. You need
to look at it well and tap areas for strength cuz if the chassis is rusted
already I would look for different car. You may also want to get the windshield finished and coated.
good luck and if you buy it share some pics with us.
I think he knows what he is getting into. He stated he has owned several classic cars before. I think he is more interested in what specific things may go wrong with that specific model and year, etc...
It may not be the most appealing car or one that I would buy but in my eyes at least its not a Honda. I applaud anyone that wants to bring a slice of American steel back onto the streets regardless of what it is.
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