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FoxRooster
05-25-2011, 09:02 AM
Many answered my last post and thank you.
Been listening to what a lot of you have said and there seems to be a small consensus that buying a more restored Mustang is a better route. Thoughts on this one

Asking $7500 obo

PROS/INFO
Owner's had since '09
Been a DD
6 cycl
Automatic
Power locks
$1500 Paint Job
Rebuilt engine 6 months ago
Tranny rebuilt last year
Flo Master put on it
Alarm and radio
In shop now replacing brakes, drums, and the fuel sending unit


CONS
No Power Steering
Drum Brakes
Interior is ok, but needs work
Some bondo work when painted
Hood needs to be realigned (not flush)
Scratch on passenger door (cost $150 or so)
Vin on door doesn't match the one under hood, but the hood vin matches the pink slip
mike23109
05-25-2011, 11:36 AM
VIN's don't match...run, don't walk, away. Too many problems that can be associated with this and none of them are good.
HotRod47
05-25-2011, 12:58 PM
That VIN issue wouldn't be a problem here in CT, So the door has been replaced?
Vicinity
05-25-2011, 01:03 PM
VIN's don't match...run, don't walk, away. Too many problems that can be associated with this and none of them are good.

That plus if someone admits to it having bondo, that means it was either in an accident or poorly restored. Both of which will cost you dearly if you decide to paint it.
Johnnyb59
05-25-2011, 01:43 PM
The 6 cylinder cars have four lugs, you will be striping the car of the stock suspension parts and springs, ...Upgrading brakes, leaf springs, front springs, rear end , gearing, tires, wheels,....Master cylinder, steering box,..that is if your thinking of a good Touring car...I have a bit of experience with 65's , let me know if I can help you with info on what to get on a mustang.

https://picasaweb.google.com/johnnyblm59/WillowSprings?authkey=Gv1sRgCK73ho2BxPDlcg&feat=directlink
cobragt
05-30-2011, 07:31 PM
You need to be looking for a V8 car. I priced out a swap with all new parts and it was not cheap and that was keeping it mostly stock. The days of picking up a ratty V8 car for $500 to swap to a good 6banger car are long gone.