KlassicMotion Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 Sorry, forgot my camera. I was too busy trying to remember to bring a battery and tools. I thought of that after I got there. D'oh! I hope the other guys remember to take some too. No camera phone? Do they still make phones without cameras? 1 Quote Link to comment
jmjss Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 1972 Datsun 521 $1500OBO - $1500 (Portland)http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/4530095392.html condition: fair 1972 Datsun 521 paint color : blacksize : compact type : pickupdrive : rwd fuel : gastransmission : manual title status : clean Up for sale is my '72 521. It was my daily driver until I got another truck recently, and I've decided I need to let it go to fund other projects. Its in decent shape, could be a candidate for restoration, or just keep it on the road and enjoy running around in this little truck.I fixed a few small electrical issues, replaced the gas tank since the old one had a giant hole, and kept up with general maintenance while driving it.It's got the stock L16 engine, with a Weber carb. I had exhaust pipe done from the manifold back right after I got it. (No smog needed, its too old.) Its got some body rust, the bed will need some work in the future. I've got a sheet of plywood over it right now. It leaks a little oil, but starts right up every time. It currently has stock steel wheels and pretty old tires, but comes with another set that are definitely not Nissan but fit the bolt pattern. Quote Link to comment
DatWifey Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 This one was still not sold when we left. This was sold This was sold 411 was still there. Buried. Repainted black, dirty, a little grime on it, relatively clean what we could see. Obviously sitting a long time. Someone had offered him 750 but still wasn't there yet when we left a bit before 10 4 Quote Link to comment
jmjss Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 No camera phone? Do they still make phones without cameras? I don't own a cell phone. Otherwise I would have for sure to share the pics with everyone. I'm sorry. 4 Quote Link to comment
bananahamuck Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 I was hoping to see the chrysler e car why would you guys want those pieces of crap. Quote Link to comment
KlassicMotion Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 I don't own a cell phone. Otherwise I would have for sure to share the pics with everyone. I'm sorry. That would explain that!! lol Quote Link to comment
2050-Z Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 This one was still not sold when we left. This was sold This was sold 411 was still there. Buried. Repainted black, dirty, a little grime on it, relatively clean what we could see. Obviously sitting a long time. Someone had offered him 750 but still wasn't there yet when we left a bit before 10 These are the garage sale cars? 1 Quote Link to comment
jmjss Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 These are the garage sale cars? Correct. Quote Link to comment
goon_box Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Here's the goon from the garage sale. We pulled it out of the shed over to his barn. He was gonna try to free up the rear brakes, which had frozen up. He left the hood open all that time to keep the varmints from nesting and eating the wires and stuff. So this thing is straight. Only damage is from getting rear ended and a ding from dragging it out of the shed with the back hoe. They replaced the hatch when it got rear ended. Rear bumper is a little doinked, but overall the body is in great shape. Doors and hatch all click into place nicely without force. Window roll up and down freely and squeegees and felt all there. Front quarter windows open and close freely. It's just filthy and smells foul! It'll need new carpet and seat covers, if not the seats as well. I might remove the back seat altogether and use it as my mini hauler. The headliner is intact, but one section is sagging with the weight of I don't know what - not sure I wanna know either. Threw on a battery and tried to start it. "Chg" and "Brake" lamps on dash lit up. All switches work - signals, lights, fan, wipers. But turn the key and nothing. I don't know if it's the wiring to the starter or whatever. The fan won't move by hand, so maybe the engine's frozen? All floor pans looked good. It passed the screwdriver test all over the place. The steering appeared to work. So, I'm the noob who offered him 750 over email, before I saw it. Kinda wish I hadn't, cause he probably woulda accepted less. Since the engine won't budge and I couldn't start it, he accepted a lower offer and is throwing in four 13" tires a spare dash panel and some other stuff. It's an automatic. Wish it wasn't but for the price it might be worth trying to change that. I'm heading over there to bring it home today. Might try to see if AAA will help me out. Or if anyone's interested in helping out a no0b with a trailer ride back to Central District Seattle, I'd be grateful and could offer something to compensate. Call or text me through the member profile page if you're game. By the way, I recently sold CarterB's former Blanco the Winter Wagon through craigslist to a local guy who works on vintage motorcycles and wanted to something new. Not sure how he's going to change it/restore it, but it sounded like he needed a fun project to keep him busy. 6 Quote Link to comment
thisismatt Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 That looks like it will clean up pretty nice. I'd rock it just for that sweet bumper sticker 1 Quote Link to comment
goon_box Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 That's what sold me! :D Quote Link to comment
RATDAT3 Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Welcome to the forum! Always nice to see a new wagon! Can't wait to see the build thread. Everyone here is very helpful, so don't hesitate to ask! Hand crank the engine to free it up. Change oil, water, new filters for gas too. Just clean the plugs, points, and run new gas from a can, not the tank. I bet it starts right up. 2 Quote Link to comment
ryknot Posted June 22, 2014 Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 If it aint turning over by hand I would suggest pulling the plugs and use something to lubricate the cylinders . . . 2 Quote Link to comment
goon_box Posted June 22, 2014 Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 Went to bring 'er home and Art had got the engine to start and freed up the rear caliper pads which had stuck to the rotors over time. I even got to drive it about fifty feet outta the drive into the street so AAA could haul it for me! :D He replaced the plugs and cleaned off the battery contacts. So Art got a little more money for the goon and I was glad to pay it. Still needs a ton of work which I'm looking forward to. Cleaning begins tomorrow and more pics will be in a build thread. I also had the pleasure of meeting Jen (DatWifey) and Brady, her fella, who we're hauling back to Everett the yellow truck. Sounds like they got a deal on that one. And thanks for all the encouragement and already helpful advice RE: getting it started. Ratsun Rules! 5 Quote Link to comment
red13 Posted June 22, 2014 Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Datsun-Other-Deluxe-Cab-SUPER-MINT-1977-Datsun-King-Cab-Deluxe-620-ALL-ORIGINAL-/331241263476?forcerrptr=true&hash=item4d1f849174&item=331241263476&pt=US_Cars_Trucks#viTabs_0 Quote Link to comment
carterb Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 71 510 2dr $4000 http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/4532712673.html 1 Quote Link to comment
r0p0doe Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 Seems a little high http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/4526972687.html Quote Link to comment
jalen Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 71 510 2dr $4000 http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/4532712673.html Seems a bit High Quote Link to comment
CGS1948 Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 71 510 2dr $4000 http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/4532712673.html Lots of work done, BUT: ---mismatched paint ---no title (have all paperwork) ---no actual keys (was setting up for track push button start((no keys)) but just have ignition sw. at this time) ---seatbelt not included ---no rear view mirror ---no interior, just dash & seats $3K Tops B) 1 Quote Link to comment
Tristin Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 No rear view mirror?!?! 4 Quote Link to comment
bananahamuck Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 Seems like great deal for someone who may be over whelmed with their Datsun,, and just wants into something easier to find parts for. http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/4527814112.html 2 Quote Link to comment
Mattndew76 Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 Lots of work done, BUT: ---mismatched paint ---no title (have all paperwork) ---no actual keys (was setting up for track push button start((no keys)) but just have ignition sw. at this time) ---seatbelt not included ---no rear view mirror ---no interior, just dash & seats $3K Tops B) I will lower that offer and say I wouldn't pay more than $1500.00 tops for that. That's just me though. Quote Link to comment
uieluck Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 My 620. Close to being a daily. Needs better seats (which I'll throw in) and brake work. No leaks, solid runner. http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4515446212.html Quote Link to comment
CGS1948 Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 I will lower that offer and say I wouldn't pay more than $1500.00 tops for that. That's just me though. I do know some that would pay up to $3K, but I wouldn't take that car if you gave it to me. :no: Quote Link to comment
dr.feltersnatch Posted June 23, 2014 Report Share Posted June 23, 2014 Seems like great deal for someone who may be over whelmed with their Datsun,, and just wants into something easier to find parts for. http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/4527814112.html why dont you like roadsters? 2 Quote Link to comment
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