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Old 12-25-2022, 12:11 AM
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Hey guys. Ive just found and been offered a 1991 90 in pretty terrible condition and wondering is there a point where its literally 'past the point of rescue'. Chassis gone, bulkhead on way out. Footwell rotten. Bodywork pretty straight but the bits that could rot did pretty dramatically! Is it worth saving?

In a sorry looking state

 
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Old 12-25-2022, 08:01 AM
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Looks like more money and effort than it's worth.

 
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Old 12-25-2022, 09:00 AM
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I was thinking the same unfortunately. Looked good far away and heart sank closer I got! Has good engine apparently.....think I might give this a miss and the continue the search.
 
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If it is cheap enough it might be good for a parts/donor vehicle...
 
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Old 01-11-2023, 12:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Moofer
If it is cheap enough it might be good for a parts/donor vehicle...
Guy wants 2k for it. Needs chassis, bulkhead and probably lots more. Thought best to leave it but since then I've purchased a 90 with full mot and driving that will need tidying but is sound and a less challenging proposition.
 
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Originally Posted by DerekG
Guy wants 2k for it. Needs chassis, bulkhead and probably lots more. Thought best to leave it but since then I've purchased a 90 with full mot and driving that will need tidying but is sound and a less challenging proposition.
Pictures or it never happen...lol.

 
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Old 01-11-2023, 06:20 AM
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Originally Posted by The Deputy
Pictures or it never happen...lol.
You are correct!!




 
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Think you did much better with this one. Congratulations!
 
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Old 01-12-2023, 04:57 AM
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Originally Posted by The Deputy
Think you did much better with this one. Congratulations!
Hope so, should be a good base, fingers crossed. Cheers
 
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