John
A seller cannot expect "show room condition" prices unless the car is in show room condition. To me that means everything performs like it is new. This car does not fit that description; yes it is very original but it is not refurbished. It is riding on 40 year old shock absorbers. It has 40 year old rubber suspension bushings (hardened by age). It has 40 year old cooling system hoses. 40 year old brake hydraulic parts, and 40 year old clutch hydraulic parts. It has an aftermarket steering wheel, speakers have been carved into the doors, and the wheel house coating has been removed from the rear wheelhouses. In my opinion when a person is taking pictures of a car they intend to sell the floor mats should be removed to allow prospective buyers to see what condition the carpeting is in. The mats "may" be hiding worn carpeting which would indicate higher mileage than claimed.
This car is at least $8000 away from being in show room condition.
I also noticed the underside of the front bonnet is all white, I don't think that's original is it Mike?
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