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I have been wanting a Skyliner for over 30 years, so when this one got listed locally I quickly bought it before checking it out thoroughly. As it turned out, it is a bigger project than I think I'm currently capable of. It is very rusty underneath and probably needs its frame replaced. I'm not an expert by any means, so I might be mistaken. However, if it doesn't need to be replaced, it definitely needs major repair. I have an available frame with a '59 wagon and was told it would interchange, but, after buying the car, have been convinced that it is not a direct interchange. As a result, I am making this car available for someone more able than I am.

The frame is rusty. The floor pans have some rust, but they are not all rusted out. The eyebrows above the headlights are rusted through. Also, the driver's door sags due to rust. I don't think the trunk floor is rusted out.

I have put a battery in it and cranked it over. It acted like it wants to run, but I haven't tinkered with it enough to get it to actually run. With a battery in it, I cannot get the top mechanism to operate. I have no idea how to test it and its various parts. I have not had the trunk lid open, so I don't know that everything is there, but from what I can see, nothing seems to be missing of its top components.

It has most, if not all, of its trim pieces, but they are all pitted. Once again, I'm not an expert so I don't know how useable everything is. It has had its left front brake shoes and such removed so the car can be rolled around. (I had no problem loading it on my trailer with a come-along.)

The interior is rough, but mostly, if not entirely, complete.

Please do your homework on shipping before bidding. I live just outside Blanding, UT 84511 which is a long way from a major shipping hub. In fact, I'm located almost the same distance from Salt Lake City, Denver, Albuquerque and Phoenix. It is pricey and difficult to ship cars out of here, so please check into it before bidding. The buyer is responsible for arranging and paying for shipping, but I will help load and accommodate the shipper as much as possible. I would like to have the car hauled within 2 weeks of sale, but that is negotiable -- I really don't have a good place to store it safely.

There is a $200 non-refundable deposit due through Paypal within 48 hours of auction close. The buyer and I can then make arrangements for the remainder of the payment. The total balance will need to be paid before the car will be shipped.

I have a clear Utah title to the car in my name.

For additional pictures and information, please email me through Ebay or call me at 435-459-0591.

I encourage any potential buyers to personally come and inspect the vehicle prior to bidding.

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