GREAT NEWS!!

One thing to remember is that cars of that era are simple to hot wire. All you need is a positive wire to the positive side of the coil, and one to crank the starter. No computer; no electric fuel pump, no electronic injectors, easy, simple. You need the key to be able to turn the steering wheel, but you can get the engine running simply.

Sounds like your battery might be bad. It shouldn't lose volts just sitting.

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1982 300SD " Wotan" ..On the road as of Jan 8, 2007 with Historic Tags

Richard,

Here are some numbers for you.

http://www.428cobrajet.org/production.html

It's one of 122 428CJ/SCJ convertibles built.

I am not clear about the GT designation, I believe it is one of 58 built with the R code engine.


That is one valuable non-running vehicle your family has there.



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1983 123.133 California
- GreaseCar Veg System

Here is one.

http://scodemustang.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=627



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1983 123.133 California
- GreaseCar Veg System

It's a 1969 model - lockable steering column was introduced on the Mustang in 1970.

Neat old 'Stang.

Just don't take Skid Row Joe's valuation advice.

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'07 Yukon 2500
'13 Subaru Outback 3.6R
'13 Orbea Carpe 9-speed

Currently Benzless
Formerly: 300TD, S600, E55, 560SEL

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-Native American elder

Those braces have been available in the aftermarket for decades. It's very possible that it was not factory installed.

From Old Cars price Guide:
1969 Mustang Convertible
condition/ price
6/1300
5/3900
4/ 6500
3/ 14630
2/ 22750
1/ 32500
Note that condition 6 is basically a parts car, #5 is a complete vehicle but needs complete restoration of all systems and parts.#4 is a driver, #3 is very good, #1 as it was produced and in the condition at the end of the assembly line IF everyone did their job.
Most cars in car shows are #2 to #3. #1 is not driven as sand pits on the chrome or glass would drop it to a #2.

Oh. One interesting note on the price:" Add 30% for Cobra Jet v*. Add 40% for Super Cobra Jet."

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1982 300SD " Wotan" ..On the road as of Jan 8, 2007 with Historic Tags

If it's as rare as stated above and just needs cosmetics it might be a better idea to just get it roadworthy. Research "Historic Preservation of Original Features" HPOF with the AACA. Rare, original cars are commanding top dollar. Remember you can restore a car over and over but it's only orginal ONCE. Also a poorly done restoration will cost you more in the long run. I would get it running, clean it up and show it as it is. Serious enthusiest's will appreciate it more than a trailer queen.

Go to a servicing center..and i think it will run fine...get it done by professionals

i'll have to agree.i myself would never even consider buying a totally restored car.i tend to be a perfectionist and the little things that are wrong on a resto just bug the hell out of me.if i was looking at it , i would fix what needs fixing do a nice repaint,new top and drive it.

Wow. We can pretty much throw my numbers out the door. I thought we were dealing with a 390.

Something with this low of a production number you never really know what its going to bring. Best bet is at some kind of auction.

My suggestion is to contact these people.

//www.f40.com/

They are the premier dealership of classics in the North East, and can find a buyer as is, go through the restoration process and consign, or perhaps buy it outright.

It will at least give you a starting point.

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1985 500SL Euro w/ AMG bits 130k
1984 300SD Turbodiesel 192k
1980 240D Stick China 188k
2001 CLK55 AMG 101k
2007 S600 Biturbo 149k Overheated Project, IT'S ALIVE!!!

Thats what I was talking about. Those rings have very little force on the cylinder wall untill there is cyl pressure and that wont happen until it fires. Winding over with a fresh battery will lube the pistons and off you go. Pulling those plugs will be a pita.

At this point, in my opinion, it matters little whether it runs or not. Whoever buys it is going to rip it out first thing.

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1985 500SL Euro w/ AMG bits 130k
1984 300SD Turbodiesel 192k
1980 240D Stick China 188k
2001 CLK55 AMG 101k
2007 S600 Biturbo 149k Overheated Project, IT'S ALIVE!!!

thanx for the info, I was thinking about the "Cobra Jet" script definitely never on a 390

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1982 300CD Turbo (Otis, "ups & downs") parts for sale
2003 TJ with Hemi (to go anywhere, quickly) sold
2001 Excursion Powerstroke (to go dependably)
1970 Mustang 428SCJ (to go fast)
1962 Corvette LS1 (to go in style)
2001 Schwinn Grape Krate 10spd (if all else fails)

different brace, the chrome one is definitely aftermarket, the brace that makes it a 428 is between the shock tower and the engine. It is about a 1/4 thick plate bent to match the contour of the tower, it was mentioned when he was talking about taking out the plugs. It may add strength, but it definitely makes the plugs a challenge. I have to unhook the motor mounts and raise my engine to service the plugs. there are special sockets you can get but I tried them and they are a little tough on the ceramic tops of the plugs. another trick I learned to get them in and out once loose is to put a rubber hose on the plug and it acts like a universal

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1982 300CD Turbo (Otis, "ups & downs") parts for sale
2003 TJ with Hemi (to go anywhere, quickly) sold
2001 Excursion Powerstroke (to go dependably)
1970 Mustang 428SCJ (to go fast)
1962 Corvette LS1 (to go in style)
2001 Schwinn Grape Krate 10spd (if all else fails)