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Plymouth Other (1979)
for sale

Price: US $995.00

Description:

Unbelievably Solid
BODY:
99% Rust Free - 99% Original Paint.
Absolutely no rust or rot issues in any of the places you would expect to see it. Look at the pictures and see for yourself. The underside floor pans and unibody/subframe are as clean as it gets and show no issues or any kind of damage/cancerous rust that I was able to find. The bottoms of the quarters, the doors, the jambs, the rockers, the roof, the hood, the tailgate, wheel lips and spare tire well are all immaculate. There is no rot under the hood either. The only body repair I could find is on the lower half of the drivers door below the molding that had what appears to be a dent repair and paint work. The rest of the paint appears to be all original. The body is super straight with only a few door dings and a couple of very small dents as is shown in the photos. All doors open and close easily and the rubber door seals are in excellent condition as well. The exterior chrome door handles, tail lights, mirrors and rear bumper are very clean and nice. The front bumper has a small dent as is shown in the photos and it has the wrong grille.The aluminum window moldings and stainless trim are in excellent condition with zero dents or dings and could easily be polished to their original lustre. All of the glass is in super nice condition including the rubber trim. The windshield is nice and clear with no laminate separation or milkiness issues but it does have a wiper scratch. Not sure if it could be polished out or not but wanted to mention it. While there are many great features about this wagon the
real value
is clearly in the sheet metal. No quarters to hang, no floor pans to replace, or none of the other typical metal repairs you would expect to make on a vehicle this old.
INTERIOR:
The interior while complete and intact, has not fared as well as the body here in the in the Florida heat. The dash pad is cracked as is typical down here. Also due to heat, some of the plastic trim pieces have become brittle and are deteriorating and will need to be replaced. All door panels are in nice condition, the front seat has some splits and the springs feel a bit weak but is not past the point of no return. The rear folding seat is in nice condition with no obvious, tears or damage. The original carpet will definitely need to be replaced. I have not removed the carpet or sound deadener so I have not seen the bare interior floors, but based on the underside of the floor pans I would expect no surprises. The headliner is a perforated hardboard type that still has a nice bright blue color with no noticeable cracks or breaks but has some warping. Truthfully not sure of a remedy, but worth giving it some thought. It is missing a trim panel under the steering wheel that would give access to the fuse block and steering column.
MECHANICAL:
The motor is a bullet proof slant six. Starts right up and seems to run pretty good. Doesn't appear to burn oil. Has newer battery, alternator and starter. Odometer shows 35, 000 but has turned over at least once I'm sure. The transmission seemed to shift well on the drive home but it is leaking fluid. Haven't checked to see what the cause of the leak is. Has power steering that seems to work well, power brakes seem to stop OK but grab a bit. The tires hold air but that's about all. It is equipped with factory A/C and the system appears intact and complete but there is no belt on the compressor so I cannot speak to it's condition. It sounds like the air circulation fan bearing is making a rumbling noise so I know that part will need to be replaced for sure. The heater core has been bypassed so it may need a new one as well.
ELECTRICAL: Head, tail, tag, parking, back-up and side marker lights all work as they should. As does the horn, wipers, emergency brake light and ignition buzzer. Even the original AM radio and in-dash clock still work. The dash lights, gauges, and turn signals are not working. I have not checked to see why but if all else in the system seems to work properly so perhaps it is just a fuse or something simple.
GENERAL: It will need a restoration but it is a
freakishly solid
totally unmolested 36 year old wagon that is all original right down to it's factory mud flaps and owners manual. Nothing has been added and nothing has been taken away. This wagon is the perfect platform for a great grocery getter or boulevard cruiser. In the right hands this could be an amazing hot-rod.
I have tried to be as accurate in it's description as possible but please feel free to ask any questions or come by for a personal inspection before you place a bid. Or if you have a specific photo request I will try to accommodate it if at all possible. I have tried to show you all there is to see, the good and the bad. What you see in the pictures is what you will see in person. I have tried not to omit anything of consequence or that might be important to a prospective purchaser, but again please feel free to ask questions.
It may not be from the 50's or 60's but it has a great mid-size body style and turns plenty of heads as it is and these are becoming just as collectible as their earlier counterparts. This was the last year for the round headlights so If you like wagons and have been waiting for the right one to come along, then this one just might be
it
. I honestly don't think you will find a more workable vehicle of this age any where around, including out west. Especially at an affordable price.
In regards to shipping costs consider this. The cost to hang new quarter panels if you could even find them or
the cost to install new floor pans if you could even find them, would certainly outweigh the shipping fees so be sure you consider that before you pass up a great opportunity.
This is an as is where is sale. No guarantees are offered or implied.
A 250.00
NON-REFUNDABLE
deposit is required within 24 hours of winning bid with the remaining balance due within 5 days via certified funds. Car will be held until funds clear. Buyer is responsible for shipping or pick up. Can store vehicle outside for a couple of weeks if you need. Will work with your shipper and
car is operable
so getting it onto a trailer will not be an issue.
This is a relist due to a non paying bidder - Please do not bid if you are not going to follow through.
Clean Clear Open Florida Title.

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