Nov 1, 2017 • Uncategorized •

Most of the time, when we include the word “rust” in the title of a write-up it is to draw attention to the amount of rust on the featured vehicle. In this case, the word rust is being used to draw attention to the lack of rust on this car! Although it looks a little rough and will certainly need some body work, with the exception of some pinholes in the trunk and some small spots on the roof this car is rust free. There are no gaping holes, there is no extensive rust repair required. Find it here on eBay in California with bidding at $7,000 and no reserve.

Though the interior is showing the effects of the California sun, it looks complete and although the seats and dash will need to be recovered, many of the plastic and metal parts look salvageable. Even if none of the interior is reusable, people tend to underestimate the value of having a complete interior to look at as they replace worn and damaged parts. As was mentioned by readers about the 1967 Camaro RS I wrote up recently, knowing what is under that water-damaged carpet would be very valuable information for a potential buyer to have.

The engine is a 400 cubic inch Pontiac V8 rated at 330 horsepower. According to the ad, “It has the Long Branch Hi-Po exhaust manifolds and the Ram Air III heads as I am told per the original owner that I acquired the car from.” The seller says that this car starts right up and runs and drives very well. The fuel system and brakes have both been serviced as necessary and the carburetor has been rebuilt. The seller believes this to be a low-mileage engine.

Although this car isn’t the prettiest and isn’t wearing the original paint, it is only a two-owner vehicle with very minimal rust. This is a mostly if not entirely complete car that even comes with its original jack! For the right price, this could be the perfect restoration candidate for someone looking to build a solid original car. While looks count for a lot when it comes to cars, as far as projects go looks aren’t everything!