Anyways, just scanning through the forums on this site has been a huge help to me already, as many people have already asked and had answered my questions. I have always loved and respected many European cars, but didn't expect that while still in the "starving musician" phase of life I would ever get to own my own.About two months ago, I purchased for 400 dollars (and crossed fingers) a 1971 Spider with a 1608cc. The car had been sitting in the same spot, outside, under a tree, unmoved, for over fifteen years. Save the lack of thermostat union, paint, and a new coil, I think the car is all origional. My best guess is about 150,000 miles, and I don't think its ever had an engine rebuild, but I'm not ready to take that on for at least a couple of months. After an IAP run and many basics from a local place, I got the car to run around my yard, and run decently at that. I made a long list of things I needed to fix on the car when I got it, about thirty items, and I'm down to less than 10. I may even be able to try it on the road in a week or two, but the brake issues aren't completely fixed, and my gas tank is a goner, other then that, its just small stuff. Its been such a great experience over the past couple of months learning about this car, and the art that is older Italian cars in general. So thank you guys for all your expertise and for having such a helpful site! I will try to get some pics uploaded soon.
Thanks,
Joe
It will bring a big smile to your face.
