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Ashton · 07-25-2003, 05:45 PM

Looks like a nice car, I checked the vin number and it matches what they say......

2F03H209081 =

2 = 1972

F = production plant 'Dearborn Michigan"

03 = Convertible

H = 351 Cleaveland with a 2 barrel carb..... 163 horse / 277 ft. pounds torque

20,9081 = production number

Other than the obvious (poor repairs - mismatched paint) the few things to look for in a convertible is the condition of the top and the workings of the top mechanism..... put the top up and look behind the left and right side of the top mechanism, there is a Hydraulic cylinder on each side to raise and lower the top..... if there is rust on the shafts use this as a reason to lower the price

Check the Radiator for any signs of corrosion or leaks, a new brass radiator will cost about $300...... also check the weatherstripping, no one likes a leaky convertible

07-25-2003, 05:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ashton PORNHOUND Location: California	Looks like a nice car, I checked the vin number and it matches what they say...... 2F03H209081 = 2 = 1972 F = production plant 'Dearborn Michigan" 03 = Convertible H = 351 Cleaveland with a 2 barrel carb..... 163 horse / 277 ft. pounds torque 20,9081 = production number Other than the obvious (poor repairs - mismatched paint) the few things to look for in a convertible is the condition of the top and the workings of the top mechanism..... put the top up and look behind the left and right side of the top mechanism, there is a Hydraulic cylinder on each side to raise and lower the top..... if there is rust on the shafts use this as a reason to lower the price Check the Radiator for any signs of corrosion or leaks, a new brass radiator will cost about $300...... also check the weatherstripping, no one likes a leaky convertible