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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 03:58 PM
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Thinking about buying this car

I'm thinking about buying this car. any comments? I already know it's a Chevrolet, but I won't hold that against it.





 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 04:10 PM
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looks like it might be a fun project to have charlie.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 04:13 PM
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saposed to run, I turned it over by hand. been sitting for a while. idk, not a ford, I already have the 46 chebby pick up.......
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 04:14 PM
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it would be something different charlie.
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 04:14 PM
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saposed to run, I turned it over by hand. been sitting for a while. idk, not a ford, I already have the 46 chebby pick up.......
Well we won't hold that against you, LOL
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 04:17 PM
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yeah. it's a little old man's car, and...... I'M A LITTLE OLD MAN. hahahahaha
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 04:23 PM
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....and getting BIGGER!!!

Nice looking Chev! I've worked on those cars! What year is it? '46-47?

Just relooked.... earlier than that. Maybe a '44?
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 04:26 PM
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Actually it looks to be in very good condition from the pics Charlie, I wouldn't hesitate to start on a project such as that
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 06:56 PM
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it's a 41. the brake pedal went too the floor, probably a wheel cyl. it has radial repro tires on it, all holding air. I have too make an offer on it tomorrow. was thinking $500 with a clear title.
 
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....and getting BIGGER!!!
oh..... I just got that........ paybacks. next time I get you in the trunk of your car..... I'm gonna slam da lid shut......
 
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Old Feb 25, 2011 | 07:16 PM
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For 500 you could buy it then fix it up a bit & sell it.
 
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Looks like it would be a fun project Charlie.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 07:15 AM
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i would say go for it man! restore it and keep the history alive!
 
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 08:58 AM
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it is all there, and looks to have been gone through. I'm going to talk to the lady this afternoon.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 09:21 AM
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i am sub to this thread so post more pictures and your findings up for all to see. thanks.
 
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