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I may be more generous than the others because of body condition.
I am not sure that $1000 is too large a price depending on the market
in your area. Body condition and interior condition are worth quite a bit
to me.
You MUST look in the engine compartment to see how and what was fixed,
what damage remains and where the oil to the exhaust is coming from.
It would also be a very good idea to see if there are other similar cars
for sale where you are. Finally you should see if he would take a lower
price for the car, but don't buy it unless and until you can lay hands on
replacement body parts. You will need the front panel that contains the
grille, in all probability, if the radiator was pushed into the fan,
maybe a grille and bumper, and possibly even a hood. Look for frame
damage also. It can be dealt with but lowers the value of the car further.
You're going to have to deal with whatever is causing the oil leakage
and it may be quite simple, but again it may not. Like the guy says,
one fact is worth a thousand expert opinions. If the valve cover is
damaged enough to make it leak, there may also be damage inside.
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George Downs, The "original" Walrus3, Bartlesville, Oklahoma
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