In a message dated 11/15/99 9:24:58 AM Eastern Standard Time,
oldcars@newt.vallnet.com writes:
<< The bottom line is that the lady started out at $2500 which was teriibly
high for the car. Got her down to $1000 but I knew she would take even
less. My wife talked with her as I was looking at the car more and the
owner indicated that she really wants to get rid of the car so I figure
$500 will buy it. The question is - is it worth $500 ? Considering all I
will have to do to it. I love projects but on the other hand I don't want
to sink $500 in something that is not worth it. My general theory is taht
about any car is worth $500 but not always. Any thoughts?? >>
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I think it sounds like it is well worth $500, maybe a little more. The main
problem with the car is the clutch. The rust doesn't sound too bad, and that
is much harder to fix than a clutch. The carb should be relatively easy to
clean and set, too. Get a can of Hog Wash carb cleaner from Ed Kaler
(justbrits@aol.com).
Make sure the suspension is sound and you'll have a nice little car. BTW, on
the various classified lists on-line '77 Midgets are going for $800.00 to
$8,000.00. Obviously the two ends are extremes, but I have mine covered for
$5,000.00 agreed value insurance. I paid $1,600.00 for it, and I have put
about $1,000.00 in parts into it.
Allen Hefner
SCCA Philly Region Rally Steward
'77 Midget
'92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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