here are the first pictures of my new 1972 521 that has sat for who knows how long, and as you will see in the pics, has had some neglect, abuse, and missing long over-due love, yet as I turned the key, the Sun rose again, springing (ok, hobbling) to life. I drove her home the first day I got her running, putting ALL my faith in classic engineering, and actually made it hte whole way!! (52mi.) I have spent very few dollars, $100, on .... [shadow=green][glow=red]STUFF[/glow][/shadow]
Accel HP coil $28
points(2)/condensor $11
6yr Battery $42
Wiper Blades(2) $3/pair
Thermostat/Gasket $7
Air Freshner 3pak $1
1 gallon Acetone $8
I had a couple of issues at first, but then what Re-Birth doesn't. Now, 3 days later, and plenty of high fumes and elbow grease, she's looking and running like...almost...new!