> You're right, 6500 does seem too high for a bugeye that needs that
much
>metalwork. Remember one thing with your foray into any "collectible" car;
>bodywork is the most expensive part of the refurbishing or restoration, and
>[...snip...]
>bodywork take a look. For 6500 you should be able to find a nice rust-free
>bugeye to drive away and not have to spend alot of money on at all.
Yes, that is the conclusion I was coming to as I learned more about it.
> Try looking for a Bugeye as a member of a local Austin Healey or
British
>car club. Try Hemmings Motor news. Or just keep looking. Unless you're
looking
>for a project, there were almost 50,000 Bugeyes manufactured and many
survive
>today. You can find one in any condition you want.
Thanks. I've decided not to rush, but to learn a lot more before plunging.
There is a local Austin-Healey club in St. Petersburg that I'll see about
contacting.
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Bill
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