former35thowner
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As my name states, I am the former owner of a 35th anniversary edition SC. I have always regretted letting it get away, but had no choice, as it was awarded to my ex in a divorce settlement way back in 1991.
Ever since, I have had my eye out for another opportunity to own one. I recently came across one on CL, but it has been sitting for quite a while. The license plate on it says it has been off the road since '05.
The current owner says that it ran great 3 or 4 months ago and it is a very straight car, overall, with very, very minimal rust.
The only issue that is noted is that the brake system was in the process of being changed. Apparently, parts for the original ABS system are very difficult to locate.
I have tentatively agreed to purchase the car for $750, contingent on my being able to get it started and being able to hear it run.
Since it has been so long since I have messed with one, I figured I would ask the experts here if they think this one would be worth saving. I see pretty decent ones going for around $5k, so I know that I could easily get upside down restoring one. But, I really like the cars and would love to have another one for weekend drives and local shows.
My main concern is parts availability to get it back into roadworthy condition.
Ever since, I have had my eye out for another opportunity to own one. I recently came across one on CL, but it has been sitting for quite a while. The license plate on it says it has been off the road since '05.
The current owner says that it ran great 3 or 4 months ago and it is a very straight car, overall, with very, very minimal rust.
The only issue that is noted is that the brake system was in the process of being changed. Apparently, parts for the original ABS system are very difficult to locate.
I have tentatively agreed to purchase the car for $750, contingent on my being able to get it started and being able to hear it run.
Since it has been so long since I have messed with one, I figured I would ask the experts here if they think this one would be worth saving. I see pretty decent ones going for around $5k, so I know that I could easily get upside down restoring one. But, I really like the cars and would love to have another one for weekend drives and local shows.
My main concern is parts availability to get it back into roadworthy condition.