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Is this worth the money and time??

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

  1. Sail78385

    Sail78385 Custom CJ7 Build

    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!!
     
    Sail78385, Jun 5, 2008
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  2. Sail78385

    Sail78385 Custom CJ7 Build

    Here are photos
     
    Sail78385, Jun 5, 2008
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  3. Bill F

    Bill F Finally running

    Doesnt look bad to me. I would say $2000 is a decent price if it runs and drives well.
     
    Bill F, Jun 5, 2008
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  4. F150Boss86

    F150Boss86 New Member

    I like it, would be hard to get back to original, but i think it would be fun
     
    F150Boss86, Jun 5, 2008
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  5. 1960willyscj5

    1960willyscj5 Well-Known Member

    If it runs, I'ld grab it! Tell my wife it's my Father's day present from the kids!R)
     
    1960willyscj5, Jun 5, 2008
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  6. DanStew

    DanStew Preowned Merkin salesman Staff Member

    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.
     
    DanStew, Jun 5, 2008
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  7. timgr

    timgr We stand on the shoulders of giants. 2022 Sponsor

    Lose the shackle lift.

    I'd probably make an offer... hard to tell from the pictures though. Several patches are evident.
     
    timgr, Jun 5, 2008
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  8. Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

    I agree, 2K seems a bit high. But, as always, it's worth what someone is willing to pay.
    How are the floors?
     
    Patrick, Jun 5, 2008
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  9. Sail78385

    Sail78385 Custom CJ7 Build

    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.
     
    Sail78385, Jun 5, 2008
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  10. Boyink

    Boyink Super Moderator Staff Member

    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.
     
    Boyink, Jun 5, 2008
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  11. Sail78385

    Sail78385 Custom CJ7 Build

    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.
     
    Sail78385, Jun 5, 2008
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  12. CJ-X

    CJ-X Member

    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.
     
    CJ-X, Jun 5, 2008
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  13. HOGHEAD

    HOGHEAD Made in the U S A

    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)
     
    HOGHEAD, Jun 8, 2008
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  14. 97XJ_95YJ

    97XJ_95YJ I hate torx bolts

    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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