Hi again,
Thank you to those who replied so quickly - 60% of you said not to buy it
and wait for a better car... :-(
I'm still not sure what I'll do, as this is only the second roadster I've
seen for sale in my area in about three years. I'll let the list know when I
do get one, though...
Thanks again!
JW
----- Original Message -----
From: "John Wightman" <johnwightman@home.com>
To: "roadsters" <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2001 1:43 PM
Subject: Contemplating purchase
> Hi all,
>
> I just subscribed to the list, as I am looking at a roadster to buy. I've
> found a 1966 1600 for a good price, but there are a couple of things that
I'm
> not too sure about, and hopefully you all can help me out:
>
> 1. Steering feels pretty rough - (sticky, hard to turn) I understand that
the
> steering boxes can be pretty $ to replace - is there any other swappable
part
> that will work so I can make it driveable? I heard mention of a mustang
swap -
> any info?
> 2. The rear end has been hit - not enough to damage the frame, but it's
> wrinkled in the rear pretty badly (fuel tank is ok), and the bumper's
toast -
> what is the availability of body parts?
> 3. lots of interior bits and pieces are missing - are these readily
> available?
> 4. Brakes are shot - apparently a slave cylinder. again, easily found?
I've
> also heard about a Volvo brake swap - any info (model, year, etc.)
>
> Thanks in advance for any replies...
>
> John Wightman,
> Victoria BC
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