Cars that should be bought

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kevm14
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My comments:
Exterior
That Maaco respray is just offensive. No shine. The seller explained that the car had "Beautiful black paint" but he felt it was dirty all the time, so he had it painted some Suzuki blue. It's probably the worst thing about the car. Doubly offensive when you realize it would have looked great in black if he just left it alone.

Interior
I was surprised at the overall quality of the interior. Things seemed screwed together well and there were no squeaks. The door panels don't squeak or creak when you push on them. It was super solid and quiet in fact. The ride was extremely smooth even with the failing Michelins. I was marveling at the heated rear seats and rear climate control as Adam mentioned. Power head rests. My STS does not have that. It also has power lock switches in the back that don't unlock. The 90s Fleetwood had that. Not sure why they did that but interesting that they carried it forward to the end of the G-body cars. Overall it's hard to believe the Riviera and Seville are on the same platform. You can tell by the solidity of the platform itself but I'm referring more to the interior.

Drive
I did not drive. I was a passenger and poking at my Tech 2 the whole time. Engine seemed smooth (makes me want to do engine mounts in mine...kind of). I was right on with the tall gearing and kind of lame drivability. It doesn't really pull that hard until halfway through first. And really, it is not all that fast. But as a comfortable FE1 car, that is fine. Would have preferred the STS for sure though.
Adam
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It needs special tools for installing one of the seals. Fortunately, eBay has that.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Kent-Moore-J-3 ... 1943521958
Adam
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Bought. Details to follow.
bill25
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https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/wow-196 ... 36479.html

Car looks badass. Probably has 220 HP. I don't see any 400 tags on it to indicate the higher HP of the 340...

WOW!! 1967 BUICK LESABRE 2DR CUSTOM 340 AUTO MATCHING NUMBERS CAR - $1500 (Manchester Nh)

VIN# 5287Y104249. $1500! Need cash bad.....My loss your gain
Frame solid has 340 engine wirh matching auto tranny. Engine runs tranny shifts. Currently fuel tank is out needs resr trunk skins repaired replaced. This is 100% complete and almost finished.
Has 70,000 original.miles and I have paperwork to sell anywhere.
bill25
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https://providence.craigslist.org/cto/d ... 55015.html

1996 Chevy impala ss - $4200

135.000 miles runs and drives good.some trades are welcome.serious buyers please.



Low miles, interior looks really clean, needs clear coat...
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bill25
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https://boston.craigslist.org/nos/cto/d ... 37227.html

Wow.
90 Mazda RX7 Vert with a Chevy 350 engine swap:

Holley 4-barrel carb
MSD ignition
Holley intake
Aluminum core radiator
Cone filter
Flowmaster full dual exhausts
Original fog light kit option
Original BBS mesh wheels with centercaps
JDM taillight conversion
FC wing

Headlights flip up like they should and all lights, blinkers, windows work. Interior needs a little TLC, but not a big deal. Roof skin has some duct tape on it - can be replaced. Car has plenty of balls and is very fun and reliable, no leaks or issues.

VIDEO: https://vimeo.com/230023633

Asking $2800 cash OBO preferred.
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It'd be better if it wasn't a convertible.
kevm14
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An FC convertible is a good way to afford an RX-7. So there's that. But then you'll have an FC convertible...
bill25
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https://boston.craigslist.org/sob/cto/d ... 48649.html

$700 - You guys need another one?
1995 Buick Roadmaster. 134k miles with GM 5.7 350. CD Player. Heated power seats. Red leather interior. Have to sell, plans for it fell through.
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