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1968 Chevy Bel Air Wagon 327 Auto on 2040-cars

US $4,800.00
Year:1968 Mileage:77582 Color:  Black
Location:

Fairfield, Washington, United States

Fairfield, Washington, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Engine:327
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 156358J172321 Year: 1968
Mileage: 77,582
Make: Chevrolet
Interior Color: Black
Model: Bel Air/150/210
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: Wagon
Drive Type: RWD
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

1968 Chevy Bel Air Wagon with a 327 4bbl auto. This is a project I decided I don't have time for, although it's an easy restore. She runs and drives, although I would recommend trailering to get it home. Odometer shows 77,000 miles and I was told by previous owner that it is original, but I can't guarantee that. Some things lead me to believe it is and others don't. This is a solid car that turns heads and gets comments even in its half restored condition. Actually quite rare if you search for ones for sale. So, following is a break down of condition:


Exterior: Good. Front clip shown in black is rust and dent free - OEM, ready for finishing.  Doors are solid - they have that wonderful feel and sound when you shut them - no rust or dents. Both rear wheel wells are rusted through, but not horribly so - see pictures. The area under the car behind the rear wheels is completely rusted through. Floorboards are solid - no rust.  Rear gate - just a little surface rust. Back window is not operational at this time, but I'm quite sure that's an easy fix.  As I have time, I may tinker with a few things and update the listing as I fix them. Rear bumper has a slight dimple in it.  All other trim/moulding/grille is good, except fender moulding missing on R side and short piece missing on L side fender. Windshield has about an 8" crack near the rear view mirror - doesn't go to any edge, it's just an 'island' crack - not in driver view. All other glass good. 

Interior: Good. Seats have been reupholstered to original specs. Headliner is good. Dash is good. No cracks or warping. Carpet decent - has one hole on driver side about the size of a softball and another up underneath the dash out of view. Dash/instrument panel all good. Weather stripping around interior of doors is frayed. Steering wheel is good. Original radio is gone. The one in it is worthless. Door pillar moulding or cover on the L side is kinda coming off, but is fixable with what is there. Back seat is good. Not a 3rd seat model. Condition of carpet in cargo area is so-so. 

Mechanical/Electrical: Engine runs strong. Has new starter.  Carb will need some work - you have to pump like heck to get her to start, but once running, it is smooth and doesn't need to be babied to keep going until warmed up. Needs an alignment. Transmission operates perfectly. Sometimes when you turn it off after running it makes a strange sound that I thought was coming from maybe the power steering pump or alternator, but a person I talked to who is more mechanically inclined than me said (without hearing it himself) that it could be the thrust bearing in the tranny.  Has a leak around the thermostat housing - one of those things I might get around to fixing while auction is going on. Brakes are spongy.  Tires are like new (front ones on there now are worn from alignment issue, but I have 2 good ones to throw to make 4 good ones). There is no jack.

That pretty much covers everything that I think is worth noting.  Of course, checking it out in person would be the best, if you can work that out.  Has clear Idaho title. Might be best to just call me at (509)291-3280, Buyer will be responsible for shipping or pick up.  $500.00 deposit due immediately upon close of auction

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