Rick, when you say, not much changed...really, nearly
everything changed from '66 to '69, except they look
alike! Very few interchangable parts. The '66 is
SAE, the 68> metric. There are lots of similarities,
but outside of the R-16's which are different, but
interchangable, they are 2 different cars. That being
said, I love my '66 and parts are not that hard to
get. Same vendors, and Nissan will surprise you from
time to time. In some ways the R-16 is much easier to
get parts for, than your U-20 because the H-20
(forklift) was made until the early '90's and is the
same engine w different bore & stroke. The car sounds
like a real "project". You do not list the price, but
consider having a west coast car shipped to you. An
extra $800 - $900 cost, but the selection and "rust"
factor probably make it well worth the $$. Also
Airline tix are cheap to some destinations if you can
find a driver... Just a thought.
40k is kinda hard to believe for a 35 year old car..
Mike Harper
'66 1600
'68 2000
Charleston SC
--- RIckSRL@cs.com wrote:
> I just looked at a Roadster for sale in the area. I
> was thinking of buying it
> and was wondering whether the availability of parts
> is just as good for this
> slightly older car.
> I realize not much changed, but my big concern would
> be the replacement of
> the brake master cylinder and rear wheel cylinders.
> I would also like some opinions as to price.
> I would say the car is "fair" shape, body mostly
> straight with the only major
> problem being the passenger side jack point gave
> while car jacked up. Chrome
> needs replaced or redone. Weather-stripping needs
> replaced, including around
> windshield. No cracks in dash, seats excellent.
> Looks like it sat outside,
> because dash and gauges look "weathered". Carpet is
> trash, although
> floorboards have been replaced. Top is torn, but he
> has a tonneau and the
> boot cover. Tires are good. Less than 40,000
> original miles, although I'm
> wondering if the Speedo is working. Didn't drive it
> as it isn't registered
> and was a little rougher then I hoped. Aren't they
> always?
> Good points, some bad points, some stuff doesn't add
> up, which leads me to
> say I probably not going to buy it. Although if the
> price where
> right......mmmm.
> Any thoughts?
>
> Rick Stayner
> 69 2000
> Harrisburg, Pa
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