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Is this worth the money and time??

Discussion in 'Flat Fender Tech' started by Sail78385, Jun 5, 2008.

  1. Jun 5, 2008
    Sail78385

    Sail78385 Custom CJ7 Build

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    I found this Jeep on Craigslist for $2000 and Im not sure if I should just wait a while and look for a jeep in better condition or not. Ive always wanted a flat fender but these things are getting harder and harder to find. well please look at the pictres and let me know what you think. I know the springs arent original nor are the shackles (gross I cant believe someone did that).
    Im open to any suggestions!!
     
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    Sail78385

    Sail78385 Custom CJ7 Build

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    Here are photos
     
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    Bill F

    Bill F Finally running

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    Doesnt look bad to me. I would say $2000 is a decent price if it runs and drives well.
     
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    F150Boss86

    F150Boss86 New Member

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    I like it, would be hard to get back to original, but i think it would be fun
     
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    1960willyscj5

    1960willyscj5 Well-Known Member

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    If it runs, I'ld grab it! Tell my wife it's my Father's day present from the kids!R)
     
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    DanStew

    DanStew Preowned Merkin salesman Staff Member

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    I have been looking at that one on CL also. I think $2000 is a touch to much for it. It runs and drives but has been modified a bit. If it was at say $1500 i think it would be a good buy.
     
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    timgr

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    Lose the shackle lift.

    I'd probably make an offer... hard to tell from the pictures though. Several patches are evident.
     
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    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I agree, 2K seems a bit high. But, as always, it's worth what someone is willing to pay.
    How are the floors?
     
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    Sail78385

    Sail78385 Custom CJ7 Build

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    Im not sure about the floors, the owner did say it has rust but the frame is solid. Also he claims that the engine has been rebuilt.
     
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    Boyink

    Boyink Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Price would be fair here in MI.

    Not sure why the thought is that this would be hard to restore -- I'm not seeing any major body or suspension hacks, no engine swaps, even original seat frames. Can't see what's going on with the dash or interior floors, but I'd say it's a pretty darn good restoration candidate.
     
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    Sail78385

    Sail78385 Custom CJ7 Build

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    Owner says: REBUILT ENGINE & TRANS, NEW GAS TANK, NEW BRAKE LINES,new driver's seat, patched floorboard,12-15 ground hawg tires, lots of rust. It runs.
     
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    CJ-X

    CJ-X Member

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    Looks like an excellent restoration candidate. If it is as solid as it looks, it might just be worth the money. Sometimes it is worth paying a little more for something nice. That engine looks like it may be a WWII engine, or at least the head might be. If you buy it, let me know.
     
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    HOGHEAD

    HOGHEAD Made in the U S A

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    Wish my 3b looked that good :),, got it for 800 bucks & spent 3 times that much on it :( & its still not streetable ,, Hopefully the end of summer will be running,, It looks to be a winner to me ,, At least its running... Use it as a beater as you restore it ,,, Just have fun with her,,,R)
     
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    97XJ_95YJ

    97XJ_95YJ I hate torx bolts

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    Doesn't look bad to me, but I'd say $2k is a bit too high. I'd say $1400-$1500 range.
     
    97XJ_95YJ, Jun 10, 2008
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