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65 Comet Caliente ,white-red Interior, 289 4 Barrel Auto, Barn Find. on 2040-cars

US $10,500.00
Year:1965 Mileage:45185 Color: White /
 Red
Location:

Centerville, South Dakota, United States

Centerville, South Dakota, United States
Advertising:
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Engine:289 4 V
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Coupe
Make: Mercury
Model: Comet
Trim: Caliente
Disability Equipped: No
Mileage: 45,185
Number of Doors: 2
Sub Model: Caliente
Year: 1965
Exterior Color: White
Drive Type: automatic
Interior Color: Red
Number of Cylinders: 8
Warranty: no warenty
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. ... 

 Barn find, parked since early 90's inside. The Bad--- car has a cracked windshield, There was a mouse nest under trunk filler board---- lower drivers rear quarter has rust through. Front passenger fender has softball size spot near bottom, car needs a gas tank. 2 50 cent size holes above visors  in headliner, one small rip above drivers door on the bottom edge. Paint still shines, normal door dings and paint scrapes--- its a 20 footer. I am the second owner of the car. Car runs and drives, just not very far with gallon gas can under the hood! Lower front bench split at the seems-- Taped. Interior is nice, a couple of pinhole size rust holes in front  floor, needs new carpet. Steering wheel is perfect! Carb has been kitted but not adjusted, car runs and can be driven on trailer.Brakes work,lights work , heater fan works. The oil pressure runs between half and high line. cashiers check, cash on pickup, or PayPal. $ 500.00 non refundable deposit by Pay Pal within 24 hrs after auction close. The total amount within 5 days of auction close.  I can store the car for a while and will help to load. SHIPPING IS BUYERS RESPONSABILITY and cost !!!!! E-Mail with any questions, GOOD LUCK!!!

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