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JamieL
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« on: March 15, 2010, 20:02:27 pm »

To buy or not to buy.... Wink  Huh

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« Reply #1 on: March 15, 2010, 20:08:44 pm »

No,looks like alot of hidden horrors potentially hiding in there Shocked

cheers richie
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« Reply #2 on: March 15, 2010, 20:23:00 pm »

I went to see it yesterday and they aren't exactly hiding...  Shocked

But was/is v. tempting (and complete/original etc.) although also probably time I had/did a shiny car
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« Reply #3 on: March 15, 2010, 20:45:00 pm »

How much is it though?
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Ivan
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« Reply #4 on: March 15, 2010, 21:03:47 pm »

It's a late '67 car, well it was registered late - after July. Did you check the chassis number.
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« Reply #5 on: March 15, 2010, 21:05:45 pm »

a untouched bug is better than a half done F**ked up one  Wink
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« Reply #6 on: March 15, 2010, 21:10:03 pm »

It's a late '67 car, well it was registered late - after July. Did you check the chassis number.

Yes, 117 etc...

Still running with the original 6V 1500, but 4 stud with front disks etc....
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« Reply #7 on: March 15, 2010, 21:13:53 pm »

if its never been welded, or had very little in the past, then yes! as you won't be undoing other people lash ups

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« Reply #8 on: March 15, 2010, 21:15:10 pm »

a untouched bug is better than a half done F**ked up one  Wink

my thoughts exactly

current keeper is the second, who bought it from original owner with best intentions but hasn't been on the road for nearly 20yrs now.

it needs a lot of love...
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« Reply #9 on: March 15, 2010, 21:54:47 pm »

Hell no- but then again I live in Arizona Smiley
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« Reply #10 on: March 15, 2010, 22:37:53 pm »

Just from the pic I am guessing it will need heater channels, front lower door hinge, inner front fender areas (filch panels?), rear window area repairs. I bet the package shelf is shot too. Not to mention a new one year only pass side door. Its up to you how much time vs money you have to put into it. I know I am gun shy about rust after a few really bad experiences with it. It is why I saved up and had a really nice car shipped from a drier area. On the other hand, I have seen some truly amazing things done to save cars in worse shape.

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« Reply #11 on: March 15, 2010, 23:06:10 pm »

It needs pretty much everything, but it is what it is...

Too much for me though this time - hopefully someone else can save it - it would be a shame to break it all up or would it...
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Whose stupid idea was that?


« Reply #12 on: March 16, 2010, 05:51:02 am »

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« Reply #13 on: March 16, 2010, 13:43:49 pm »

Easy! Go for it - doesn't look too bad for a UK car! Wink Sent you an email Jamie!
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« Reply #14 on: March 16, 2010, 14:40:57 pm »

The right question is :
"To spend or not to spend ?"
If it's a low price and if the car is complete and not too rusty, i think that
you could buy it : 67 RHD is a rare model !
Cheers,

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« Reply #15 on: March 16, 2010, 16:10:37 pm »

walk away
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« Reply #16 on: March 16, 2010, 16:20:37 pm »

RUN !!!
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« Reply #17 on: March 16, 2010, 16:38:35 pm »

I understand that you hesitate......
But do you really hesitate ?
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« Reply #18 on: March 16, 2010, 17:18:29 pm »

I do think it's funny that the Californians and Arizonans say run, but that IS a good project car over here! Most of the cars being parted out on thesamba are minters compared to what we've got! Cheesy
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« Reply #19 on: March 16, 2010, 17:27:14 pm »

well put neil! i started off with a '67 much like that one save for the rust under the windows, but the only original parts now are the rear decklid and the sunroof. a right royal f*ck up it is, 6 years down the line i'm still working on some issues.
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« Reply #20 on: March 16, 2010, 19:16:29 pm »

Looks no worse than mine, I say buy it   Cheesy
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« Reply #21 on: March 16, 2010, 20:15:11 pm »

if the price is right,why not.

henk!!!
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« Reply #22 on: March 16, 2010, 21:25:46 pm »

This is a simple answer, really. It very much depends on how much you want the car and how much that you're willing to spend on it. When I first looked at the picture, I envisioned it restored to it's former glory, as equipped, but with a mild Cal Look treatment and huge engine. Money and time are the deciding factor. The picture obviously doesn't show all of the damaged components within the vehicle, too. So it could run up quite a bill. Again, ask yourself how much you're willing to spend on it. If not, move on and get something that you're more comfortable with.
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« Reply #23 on: March 17, 2010, 01:59:39 am »

Just think how nice that car will have seemed compared to what will be available in 10 or 15 years.

Anybody want to send me a set of bumpers like those?   Grin
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« Reply #24 on: March 17, 2010, 03:04:03 am »

Just think how nice that car will have seemed compared to what will be available in 10 or 15 years.

Anybody want to send me a set of bumpers like those?   Grin

 Grin

Good point and funny, Mike.
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« Reply #25 on: March 17, 2010, 04:56:07 am »

It's a shame someone can't import body shells from Mexico....??  Huh
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« Reply #26 on: March 20, 2010, 21:21:40 pm »

If you are prepared to invest in car, have some money and knowledge - than go and save her up !  Cool

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Doc

P.S. my VW 1300 was in simmilar shape in summer of 1999, and now is stillon the road waiting for a restoration that will start this year...Cheesy
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