Rust
Drifting
Joined: Oct 2002
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From: Titusville FL
That looks pretty bad to me. My unresotred 72 had a little surface rust when peeking through the same area, but nothing even close to that
My windshield was replaced a few months ago, and even with just the little surface rust that I could see, there were still 3 or 4 small rust holes that had to be fixed, so I am inclined to think there is much more damage on that one (just my 2 cents).
My windshield was replaced a few months ago, and even with just the little surface rust that I could see, there were still 3 or 4 small rust holes that had to be fixed, so I am inclined to think there is much more damage on that one (just my 2 cents).
Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 850
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From: Shakopee MN
Here's what my '71 looks like (interior is out right now). Unknown if the birdcage has ever been touched, but the car has been repainted at least once (blue to red) decently but the rest of the work on the car was Bubba'ish so I'm guessing mine's original (and I'd say pretty damn good condition for MN/WI). Anyway, thought it might be useful to compare. I guess I should have at least cleaned the glass. Mines pretty much all black with no sign of rust.
Mines pretty much all black with no sign of rust.
Last edited by StingrayLust; Nov 3, 2011 at 11:04 AM.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2004
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From: Space Coast Gator Territory
I'd run from that car, unless it was priced as a parts car and you needed parts. With that area of the A-pillar that rusted, you must assume it is much worse in other areas.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 866
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From: Northeast Ohio
That rot will run all the way down the windshield and into the front leg of the birdcage. If it is that bad at the VIN, you can bet it runs across the top of the windshield frame also. Be prepared for major surgery.
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Heel & Toe
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 18
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From: Nelson Bay New South Wales
Thanks Guys, appreciate the replys.
I get the picture, this car is in a dealership and their pushing it hard.
Just goes to show what they will do to get a sale. (no different here in OZ)
I guess if it looks too good to true (IT IS!)
Roger.
I get the picture, this car is in a dealership and their pushing it hard.
Just goes to show what they will do to get a sale. (no different here in OZ)
I guess if it looks too good to true (IT IS!)
Roger.
