Is this car worth the money?

[Rotech]

guys I found a 81 v6 Malibu that's seams to be in good condition, but I don't really know if the price is worth the money. It needs some care in the interior and paint. ...what has me thinking is the v6 motor. I haven't Sean the car because it's in another state. Help me decide if it worth it...

 

[ssn696]

Looks pretty decent. Need images of the door bottoms, rocker panels, and rear frame rails to give better advice. Has a clear title, yes?

 

[Ribbedroof]

V6 is not a big deal, because 90% of G body fans are going to make a swap anyway. My wagon with a 267 might as well be a V6, as weak a performer as it is. Can't get it out of the car soon enough, and the only upside to it over a V6 is it has the correct mounts/bracketry for a V8.

IMO, at this point in time, body and chassis are THE most important components. Especially with coupes, pretty much anything you need is available.

 

[ssn696]

Motor mount holes in the frame are already drilled for a Chevy small-block, and the transmission mounts are the same as well. GM did us a favor making the engines and transmissions universal. The only things you need to seek out are a V8 fan shroud and throttle cable. The V6 fuel line can be extended or replaced.

 

[pontiacgp]

the drive train and suspension are easy enough to change. What you can't replace is a rust free car...

 

[Rotech]

According to seller there is no rust, clean title, has the documentation of sale back then. Car has 98k mile showing in the dashboard . It has a small tear in one seat and need a head liner, run great. He asking 6k for it. I ev been struggling with him with the price, but the lowest he will go is $5500.

 

[V8 Rumble]

If it is completely rust free it's not bad. That seems to be the going rate. I would pay closer to 4 for that though. That's just me. Also it is not an 81 unless it was a typo or they changed the dash and grill lights and such.

Here's a little nudge to point you in the right direction.



Mine started life as a v6

 

[Rotech]

My bad, it's a 80.. I tried hitting him with 4 but he won't budge.

 

[Rotech]

V8 rumble you have a beautiful car.... That my goal!!

 

[pontiacgp]

sometimes if you show up with cash in hand they change their mind...too bad it's out of town.