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Year:1968
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Here's the story: two "non-car" guys were sold a bill-of-goods on this beautiful classic that had more problems than we were led to believe, and, as a result, we paid a LOT more than the car was worth.
We've put new tires, brakes, shocks, battery, oil filter pump, rebuilt carburetor, belts and cables, on it, and probably some other stuff I've forgotten. There is some rust visible around the trunk rim and license plat recess, and some chrome pitting on the bumper. Is there other rust we're unaware of? I wouldn't bet against it but honestly don't know. There are a couple of minor scrapes on the passenger door that look to me like they could buff out, and a small paint bubble above the "R" logo on the driver's side. The odometer shows 17,856 miles; of course, this can't be certified as accurate, and the car is being sold AS IS, with clear title. The interior is in good shape, except for an approx. 3-4 inch seam split on the driver's seat and a similar split on the other front seat back. The dash is solid but to some extent reflects the age of the car. The back seat looks almost new! The car is drivable but needs a new exhaust system and may have some engine issues; we've had differing opinions from different mechanics---one said the engine needed to be rebuilt or replaced, another said he'd be comfortable driving it "to California and back," (we're in Tennessee!) so... Bottom line is, we've fooled with it as much as we're going to, and it's time to take our lumps and turn the page. What you're buying is a gorgeous, limited-production, true Riviera GS with a 430ci, 360hp engine, with bucket seats and "horseshoe" shifter which can be had for a fraction of it's potential value. Required from the winning bidder is a $500, non-refundable deposit, due through PayPal within 24 hours of the auction's close; balance due in cash or by certified cashier's check within seven days. Shipping costs and arrangements are the buyer's responsibility, and we reserve the right to terminate the auction early. Bid vigorously, and good luck! |
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