[doc] Re: Value of VIN 16118, ebay 928 mile? car NEED ADVICE
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[doc] Re: Value of VIN 16118, ebay 928 mile? car NEED ADVICE
- From: "blackaddertoo" <blackaddertoo@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 03 Jun 2005 12:57:46 -0000
--- In doc-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, Packodenton@xxxx wrote:
>
just a few questions i would ask...
does the undercoat look original as it could have been coated to
hide a rusty frame.
the mileage stated is low, but it does seem to have a few
modifications for a car thats only 928 miles.
i would have though it would be immaculate and factory standard if
stored correctly.
the frame tow hooks, again for low miles i assume liitle use of the
car and no need to tow onto a trailer etc .(assuming it drove ok)
you can still get a complete set of seat covers (NOS in the UK) ask
for these to be included, along with a wheel pad (still available)
does the body generally, and fascias look 'low miles'?
hope this is of help.
it may all be ok, but i would be very carefull for this sort of
money.
regards
Steve
vin 1621
doc 370
> Hello Gentleman:
>
> Here in Pittsburgh to purchase VIN 16118.
>
> Had to deal with three sales people so far, and I am pretty close
to a
> purchase price.
>
> The car is a low mile 1983, with 928 miles on the odometer. There
are a few
> questions I have;
>
> 1) The undercarriage is undercoated with tar. Some DeLoreans were
prepared
> at the docks in Belfast and the QAC's to hide the rust from the
sea air. Is
> this a problem especially with the sensitivity of the DMC chassis?
>
> 2) the center arm rest area/window switch area has been modified
to include
> a toggle switch & warning light, I suspect for the cooling fans.
This part is
> no longer available?
>
> 3) frame tow hooks are badly bent from towing the car.
>
> 4) the cooling system hoses have a plastic tie wraps holding the
hoses
> together.
>
> 5) there is a small chuck missing from the lower passenger seat
cover. It is
> noticeable
>
> 6) center steering pad has a DMC pin glued onto it.
>
> 7) the shifter plate for automatic has a thermostat hot glued to
it where
> the 1981 clocks are located.
>
> 8) The original coil cover for 1983's has been replaced with a
1981 version.
>
> My offer of $26,000 was considered as the dealer counter offered
to $28,000.
> He wants more than $32,000 for the car. It does have a cover,
extra oil, air
> & fuel filters, workshop manual, window stickers etc.
>
> What is your advice?
>
> Sincerely Yours,
> Michael Pack
>
>
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