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Old May 1st, 2016 | 06:40 PM
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This 65 cutlass is near me. Thinking of buying and parting.

I was wondering if this was worth buying and parting out. I have never done it before and wondering what was needed on 65's. Or should I just walk away. Price seems fair.

http://easternshore.craigslist.org/pts/5563597408.html

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Pro or Con
Old May 1st, 2016 | 06:54 PM
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I see a lot of shippable trim parts, and front fenders, hood and decklid, if you have a place to store it, and patience, there is some profit here....
Old May 1st, 2016 | 06:58 PM
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Look like a lot of good parts! How's it look for rust? How about corrosion on the pot metal trim? If you have the time and room I think you could do OK at that price. For me I like taking things apart so I consider it like watching TV, something different from work that I can enjoy. If you don't enjoy tinkering and taking things apart its probably not worth it. I've dismantled a couple 1965's so if you get it I can share some things to look for.

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Old May 1st, 2016 | 07:18 PM
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Have not looked at it yet. Will try to tomorrow.
Old May 1st, 2016 | 07:19 PM
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Right now time is hard. Spring is my busy time at work.
Old May 1st, 2016 | 07:20 PM
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Have plenty of room to store.
Old May 2nd, 2016 | 07:21 AM
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I wouldn't part it out. I would drive it. Looks like it could be a driver again.JMO
Old May 2nd, 2016 | 08:12 AM
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I wouldn't part it out. I would drive it. Looks like it could be a driver again.JMO
My same thoughts. I need a driver that's older.
Old May 2nd, 2016 | 08:14 AM
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I would jump at it for both reasons. If it turns out to be a decent driver than drive it. If it is not then part it.

either way a good purchase in my book

Larry
Old May 2nd, 2016 | 08:42 AM
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Going to look at it tonight, providing it is not pouring. Then wife's permission. I got lots of brownie points this weekend by putting hardwood floors in the living room and foyer. Will have to decide if I want to use them up on this.
Old May 2nd, 2016 | 06:27 PM
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Definitely not a driver. Lots of rust around windshield and rear window. Floor has holes. I not sure if I am going to get it. Time to part it is the problem.
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