keep your fingers crossed for me!

Well, not what you want to hear again but I think your better off in the long run sorry.

Your 2 new choices....well!

I like the big comfeeeee Merc, big comfeeeeeeee back seat if ya know what I mean but then again as mentioned.... When do you ever see a Ford hand Grenade (yes I said Grenade) driving around let alone a 2 door.

I've driven and friends way back have owned them Grenades and they are well driving solid car. They just happened to be in the point of time as disposables and thats part of the reason you hardly see any today. It's inline 6, if it's been taken care of and you take care of it, it will go forever.

 

good idea! hahaha!

 

dont know too much about the inline 6's... so what if they werent taken care of, will it give me crap loads of problems?


Lets re-word that (that will really screw things up) ...not trashed to begin with etc. It's old now, who knows how long grand paps car has sat etc. Says it needs a battery, I'd bring one, done it before. Not being able to street test drive it is allways a gamble IMO. The Merc by the sounds of it can(?) be test driven, thats some thing to think about also.....you race a car, I'm sure your very familuar with the 2 foot gas and brake so the car won't stall

 

yeah, bringing one is a must. and by the looks of it, it seems to be on a side street. im not apposed to illegally test driving it. now about the merc, i thought it was common for older cars to need to heat up first? but honestly, im not real sure what your talking about with the 2 foot driving?!

 

1982: The Granada/Monarch was a Maverick/Comet with a different, slightly larger body o it. From what I understand, there is nothing particularly bad in the design or engineering. As with any car of that vintage, watch for rust. In its absence, you have a nice car to drive. The 250 I-6 is a decent engine, not too bad on gas, but no speedster. The C-4 automatic is very durable. If ir ever goes, a mechanical AOD is a straight bolt-in replacement.

That Grand Marquis looks a trifle rough, but would likely be a pretty good driver with some work. If it is a carbureted 302, again no power house, but there is improvement very available. Start with switching out the 2 bbl VV carb for an Edelbrock performer 4 bbl intake and 1401 square bore carb. Add dual exhaust, and you will likely fix the rough running. They are also incredibly comfortable to drive, and suspension upgrades, using the Trailer Tow III suspension, are very easy and not that expensive. keep in mind, the scrap value of the Grand marquis is, at the moment, about $500, so if you don't spend more than that on buying it, you can't lose anything, even if it is a complete wreck!

In either case, the steering boxes normally need rebuilding about every 30 years or 150,000 miles, which occurs first. In both cars, the steering fluid is Type F transmission fluid. Don't let anyone tell you that Mercon will work. It is the wrong viscosity and you will blow the sector shaft seal.

Personally, I love how the Grand drives, but the Grenada is going to be unusual. You just don't see many around any more. Have fun. If I can help, let me know. I've been working on these old Fords a LONG time.

 

well, the marquis is kinda out of the picture now, because when i go to email him, it says the ad has expired or been deleted. so i simply cant get in touch with him. and as for the Granada, the guy hasnt emailed me back yet. so iv kept looking. heres the next 4 that iv found. input needed as always.

1973 Buick Century-900

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3321125593.html

56k original miles, have new carburetor in box, needs steering column put back together also. No rust through, would need basic preparation for a paint job, all in all, a good older car. questions? call me at (724) 256-ate 489 Tim. interior still very decent if not better. Had listed at $1600 before.









83 olds delta 88 - $600

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3248991170.html

i am selling my 83 oldsmobile delta 88...needs a little bit of work..crack in windshield and some carburator work.also needs inspected.runs very well.$400 or best offer.need to sell ASAP



1979 CHEVETTE SCOOTER - $800 OBO

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3295012956.html

MAKE OFFER

1979 chevette scooter, auto. with 127,000 miles and still going strong. great running car has some minor flaws but only cosmetic, quiet engine and smooth tranny. does need inspected, but id be able to have it inspected for you
If your looking for a great running car where you can get in now and drive away without any problem this is it, its not gonna drive you fom here to cali but its my daily driver and it gets me everywhere i need to go, and believe it or not, it goes awesome in the snow, actually have 2 snow tires on it for the winter. text 412 969 7698 or reply to this ad and make offer. please no calls, i dont check my voicemails so text if possible, thanks

lots of new parts including

alitnator
starter
battery
cap and rotor
plugs and wires
thermostat
Back winter tires
front tires
air filter
transmission fluid change
oil change
caliper
brakes
exhaust from cadilitic converter back
radiator
Fuel filter
vacuum hoses

If interested reply to this ad or text only since phone aint working 412 969 7698










and lastly, the one i REALLY like,

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1986 olds cutlass supreme
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3401179629.html



Priced to sell. Strong runner good body and interior. Starts every Time. Needs inspection.. 412401sixfour38.

 

Forget the '73 Century and the '83 Delta. Those seem like they're going to be just more headaches for you. Chevette Scooter doesn't seem too bad, but you're getting a very basic vehicle there - not much more than an engine, a seat and 4 tires. Not sure I could live with something that austere day after day. The Cutlass could be a winner. I didn't see a price - ?
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'97 Jeep Cherokee
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3355035365.html

'91 Chevy Caprice sedan
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3414765705.html

'95 Explorer
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ctd/3405015248.html

'91 Cad Deville (or is it a '94?)
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ctd/3405015248.html

'98 Taurus wagon
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3368400099.html

'95 Toyota Camry wagon (no pics)
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3411311016.html

'85 Buick LeSabre wagon - $1,800
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3339026279.html

 

i could live with the 'vette, but only if it has or i can put in a radio with a cd player and an audio hook in for my ipod. but forgot to put the price to the cutlass, its $900. also, thats what i thought about the century and delta 88, but id figured id show what i found anyway. although, i do really, really, really like the styling of the century.

 

Oooooh get that Delta 88 and put a rebuilt Q-jet on top. They're not expensive. $400 car, $179 carb from National, problem solved. Delta 88's are solid cars. I've had a few...should have kept every single one but something else always caught my eye.

 

Definately skip the century....it hasnt moved in years...and most likely is a mouse hatchery
i hate to say it....but its derby fodder

 

I'm not certain that the poor Century is even good enough to be derby fodder. Sitting on grass like that, I would bet the undercarriage is shot! Too bad, too, since it looks like a fairly solid example. For the price, though, it just may be worth a look, bearing in mind that it does seem to have lots of good parts, and the scrap value is roughly $500. If nothing else, you may make a bit of cash parting it out, and add that to the kitty for a real car.

The Delta looks solid, and is likely well worth the asking price.

That Cutlass looks impressive. Especially if the exhaust was done properly.

The Chevette Scooter i would not touch with a barge pole. They go so far as to redefine basic. The Scooter was the stripped out version of a very basic car. They are horrible to live with. I know someone who tried.

I would stay away from the front wheel drive Cadillacs, too. Any car that HAS to use shock absorbers that cost $1,100 each, plus labour, is just not for me. Also, the cross member that the K-frame attaches to is very prone to rot, and that is a prohibitively expensive repair.

 

looked at all of them and the only one i would even be able to try to get is the jeep.

well, iv sent him an email. we'll see what happens!

yeah, its ashame though, cause i really love that styling.

yeah, i wasnt looking at newer caddys anyway. if i were to go after a caddy, it would be a 85 or older.

 

Quote from KK...
Chevette Scooter doesn't seem too bad, but you're getting a very basic vehicle there



.....and you'll be driving around wondering......."Why can't I get a date?"

 

once they see my face there not worried about what kind of car i drive....................they've already ran away!



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2 new ads.

1. 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette Minivan - $950

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3405048149.html

1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette Minivan
142,000 miles
3.1 L V6 automatic
5 seats, 3 are movable to MANY alternate plans
3 door + rear hatch
tinted glass
aluminum wheels
white with burgundy interior
AC, Cruise, AM/FM
No Rust (it has a fiberglass body)
Car has sat for a year. My son had at college.
Starts rough but once wam runs fine.
Kelley Blue Book "Good" Condition

Good 54% of all cars we value meet this criteria
· Has some repairable cosmetic defects and is free of major mechanical problems
· May need some servicing
· The paint and bodywork may require minor touch-ups
· The engine compartment may have minor leaks
· Has only minor rust, if any
· The body may have minor scratches or dings
· The interior has minor blemishes characteristic of normal wear
· Wheels may have minor repairable scratches or scrapes
· All tires match and have at least 50% of tread remaining
· Though it may need some reconditioning, it has a clean title history and will pass a safety and smog inspection











honestly, i always did like the styling of these vans, so im very interested in this ^ one.

2. 1986 Ford LTD II - $1000

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/3323297898.html

This car has only 80,500 mi. It has every option available for this car. Including mirror adjustments, rear window defogger, and a/c. This car has a V-6 engine and 14" wheels. It runs well and doesn't use oil. Inspected to 05/2015. Call Doug 412.481.2523 or 412. 657.6781.