[DML] Recent E-bay DeLoreans

[AJL521@xxxxxxx]

Hello list,

I've noticed quite a few DeLoreans on ebay in recent weeks.  Some needed a 
bit of work, but overall many appeared to be in decent shape.  There is an 81 
with a single turbo currently listed, although it needs some interior work, and 
a couple things here and there, it looks like it would be a nice project.

The barn car is listed again (However it looks like the seller gave it a good 
wash).  Again this one appears to be a project car, but there were a few 
things that concerned me about that car.  It has been sitting since 88' (hopefully 
somebody drained the fuel tank) and has some front end damage, including the 
infamous left front fender.  Im not an expert in stainless steel repair, so I 
can't say whether or not a professional could repair the damage, or if fender 
replacement is necessary.  Between the hood, front left fender, front facia, 
and fuel system, that car could (and most likely will) be quite costly to fix. 
The seats and interior look decent, and the rest of the body appears to be in 
good shape.  As with any project car, I hope buyer does their homework and 
research to know what they are getting into.

There are also a few good condition DeLoreans currently on e-bay, at what 
appear to be reasonable prices.  I'm sure I won't be the first or the last person 
to say, "If you want a DeLorean to drive, save a little more and buy one that 
is in good condition.  However if you want a project to work on, go ahead and 
buy the car that needs work, but be ready to spend more then you would have 
spent on a better condition car, in regards to time and parts."  I will say 
that bringing a project DeLorean back to life is a rewarding experiance, but it 
is also costly in time, money, and stress.  My DeLorean needed about as much 
work as a car could need when I purchased it back in 98, (ask Rich W.  from what 
I remember he had looked at it when the previous owner had it up for sale).  
Today it runs, drives, and looks good also, it's not perfect, and I doubt it 
ever will be, but it's fun, and I wouldn't trade it for the world. 

So to make a long story short, for anyone who is interested in buying a 
DeLorean, do some research to determine exactly what you want.  The best decisions 
are informed decisions.

Andrew
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