'66 98 convertible for parts

bigoldscruiser · August 15th, 2009, 07:59 PM

I have a '66 98 convertible - 99% complete - strictly for parts. It has only 87,700 miles on it and has been off the road since 1986. It has a 375HP Starfire 425 w/factory dual exhaust, correct code (OD) T400 trans and 3:08 posi (code QN) rear. The frame and body have a lot of rust. The engine runs rough - stuck lifters from sitting. It should make a good runner with a good bath, inside and out. Must be trailered out - no brakes. Can't part out here due to local politics.

Located just off exit 7A of NJ Turnpike. Would like to get $800 for whole car. Call Bruce at 609-802-2033

seabeepirate · August 16th, 2009, 03:33 AM

I'd love to have this but it'll be at least a month before I can come up with that kind of money. I'm in a bit of a tight spot with the bills because my girlfriend just quit her job. Good luck selling it, I wish I could take it off your hands.

P.S. Out of curiosity, is it because of the rust that you say strictly for parts or is this car not road worthy? I don't really need a body and frame, but the entire drivetrain, headlights, and a few braking components would be very useful.

bigoldscruiser · August 16th, 2009, 10:34 AM

It is definitely not road worthy. I bought this car on e-Bay with the idea of possibly saving it but, up close and personal, it is too far gone. The frame is very weak and there is a lot of body panel rust. It spent it's entire life in the Northeast (Allentown, PA) and was stored in a poor garage environment that took it's toll. The value is in the drivetrain and other hard parts. It has an AM/FM radio but I don't know if it works because the speaker is shot and I have not really gotten into checking things out. I have had the car for a couple of years myself and did just enough to get it running a couple of times and it did move under it's own power - not too fast due to no brakes.

seabeepirate · August 24th, 2009, 06:01 AM

Unfortunately I expect it will be a while before I can afford it. If it's not sold by the time I have the money I'll be back for sure.

I suppose with a rusted car this may be silly, but do you have any pictures?

radioburningchrome · August 26th, 2009, 07:23 PM

Where in Allentown did you get the car? I lived there from 1979-2004 and never saw a 66 98 ragtop.

bigoldscruiser · August 27th, 2009, 10:11 PM

It came from a man who lived at 630 Hanover Ave, Allentown. He purchased it 5/4/66

August 15th, 2009, 07:59 PM	#1 (permalink)
bigoldscruiser 2 '66 98's Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: central New Jersey Posts: 170	'66 98 convertible for parts I have a '66 98 convertible - 99% complete - strictly for parts. It has only 87,700 miles on it and has been off the road since 1986. It has a 375HP Starfire 425 w/factory dual exhaust, correct code (OD) T400 trans and 3:08 posi (code QN) rear. The frame and body have a lot of rust. The engine runs rough - stuck lifters from sitting. It should make a good runner with a good bath, inside and out. Must be trailered out - no brakes. Can't part out here due to local politics. Located just off exit 7A of NJ Turnpike. Would like to get $800 for whole car. Call Bruce at 609-802-2033

August 16th, 2009, 03:33 AM	#2 (permalink)
seabeepirate Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 30	I'd love to have this but it'll be at least a month before I can come up with that kind of money. I'm in a bit of a tight spot with the bills because my girlfriend just quit her job. Good luck selling it, I wish I could take it off your hands. P.S. Out of curiosity, is it because of the rust that you say strictly for parts or is this car not road worthy? I don't really need a body and frame, but the entire drivetrain, headlights, and a few braking components would be very useful. __________________ I didn't have a picture of my car so I used one from a craigslist ad in spokane WA. 1966 Ninety-Eight (455 started as a 425, currently being rebuilt... again) Last edited by seabeepirate; August 16th, 2009 at 03:36 AM.. Reason: P.S.

August 24th, 2009, 06:01 AM	#4 (permalink)
seabeepirate Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 30	Unfortunately I expect it will be a while before I can afford it. If it's not sold by the time I have the money I'll be back for sure. I suppose with a rusted car this may be silly, but do you have any pictures? __________________ I didn't have a picture of my car so I used one from a craigslist ad in spokane WA. 1966 Ninety-Eight (455 started as a 425, currently being rebuilt... again) Last edited by seabeepirate; August 24th, 2009 at 06:02 AM.. Reason: Got any pics?

August 26th, 2009, 07:23 PM	#5 (permalink)
radioburningchrome Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Hellertown PA Posts: 62	66 98 Where in Allentown did you get the car? I lived there from 1979-2004 and never saw a 66 98 ragtop.

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August 16th, 2009, 10:34 AM	#3 (permalink)
bigoldscruiser 2 '66 98's Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: central New Jersey Posts: 170	It is definitely not road worthy. I bought this car on e-Bay with the idea of possibly saving it but, up close and personal, it is too far gone. The frame is very weak and there is a lot of body panel rust. It spent it's entire life in the Northeast (Allentown, PA) and was stored in a poor garage environment that took it's toll. The value is in the drivetrain and other hard parts. It has an AM/FM radio but I don't know if it works because the speaker is shot and I have not really gotten into checking things out. I have had the car for a couple of years myself and did just enough to get it running a couple of times and it did move under it's own power - not too fast due to no brakes.

August 27th, 2009, 10:11 PM	#6 (permalink)
bigoldscruiser 2 '66 98's Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: central New Jersey Posts: 170	It came from a man who lived at 630 Hanover Ave, Allentown. He purchased it 5/4/66

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