Let's first assume that everything is in working order and is origional. The first 2 systems I would do would be brakes and cooling. Flush the brake fluid with Castrol DOT 4 GTLMA. Next would be to replace every hose and seal on the cooling system including the belts, idler pulley bearings and water pump. Maybe even the radiater. I would also go over the electrical system for the cooling system like the fan motors, fuses, switches, and Fanzilla (replacing the fan fail relay or the bypass whichever is there). You will also probably be doing a strut kit just so you don't hit your head all the time. You should also at least inspect the Trailing Arm Bolts and consider replacing them. If you could just get a "line of credit" loan on your house it would be a much better and easier deal then trying to do it just on the car alone. Insurance is really tough to answer, it depends on how you use it and what state you live in. If you wind up with limited classic insurance it could be in the $300 range. Visit DMCNEWS.COM and go the the FAQ page for more info. David Teitelbaum vin 10757 --- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "William Bowie" <wbowie@xxxx> wrote: > What mechanical issues should I consider top priority when considering > purchasing another D? Safety and reliability first...what should always be > replaced if it is original equipment? > > Is financing a Delorean a good idea? > What are average insurance rates like? I'm 33 and have no traffic record. > > What are the most annoying common failures on Deloreans? i.e. electrical, > radio, air, heat, ect. > > I'm sure these questions have been asked before, but since I'm serious about > my journey to aquire my dream car, I had to ask. LOL > > > William B. > (future D owner in training)