Originally Posted by NumberDummy
Since ALL the Rancheros, regardless of what year they are, use the station wagon's floor pan....which includes the foot wells and the spare tire well, water can leak in from the Ranchero's bed floor, which was caulked to the bed sides, and back of cab originally. Rust is VERY common in these areas, and will not be visible. Find a lube rack, and put it up in the air. Use a flashlight and a magnet, and watch out for fresh undercoating!!
That's good to know. I'm not familiar with Rancheros in general but I always wanted an early 60s one.
I didn't look really close at the one near me after I heard the price. There were no holes or visible body work, but the interior was pretty bad. The mechanicals were all a little worn. Probably an easy resto, but $3500 was a bit too high IMHO. I
t was a well used car.