Quote Originally Posted by Absinth View Post

my main concern would be what is hiding under that matt black paint!!! I reckon ten grand is top dollar for that car, six cylinder Sandman is not one of the most desirable and it needs a lot spent on it to bring it back to original.
I agree. I've seen V8's in better and registered condition for those prices sold within the last 18 months. It's maybe a $6000 car, as long as there's no major rust. Even then, the extra grand to get a v8 will get you $5k more value after restoration.