It doesn’t have a title.
Look for advice on a low mileage 70 Satellite that I am considering purchasing.
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Some Car Guy
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It says Alabama just uses a registration. Not all states fool with having a title.
Runcharger
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If this was a Road Runner or a GTX, then maybe $10k depending on what it came with it. But this is a 318 Satellite that needs everything. Wait for a better one. Doing all your own work including body, paint, engine, trans, rear diff and interior you will lose money, lots of money.
For $10k if it had a pretty good body that you could safely drive after doing the mechanical it would be okay, but not this car.
For $10k if it had a pretty good body that you could safely drive after doing the mechanical it would be okay, but not this car.
All you need is a bill of sale in Connecticut. Been a while, maybe things have changed?
From the ad description:
I am selling this 1970 Plymouth Satellite the car has the original 318 Cu engine, Holly 600 carburetor, Edelbrock aluminum manifold, dual exhaust, 8 3/4 rear with Auburn limited slip carrier, and Richmond 3.73 gears, 235/60/14 on factory Mopar rally wheels, the vehicle, has a factory 340 air cleaner, has 63,666 original miles, it is a solid car and runs well. Has some roof rust, floorboards and rear quarters. Needs some work and is great project car. Would not take much, I need to find a good home for it.
I am selling this 1970 Plymouth Satellite the car has the original 318 Cu engine, Holly 600 carburetor, Edelbrock aluminum manifold, dual exhaust, 8 3/4 rear with Auburn limited slip carrier, and Richmond 3.73 gears, 235/60/14 on factory Mopar rally wheels, the vehicle, has a factory 340 air cleaner, has 63,666 original miles, it is a solid car and runs well. Has some roof rust, floorboards and rear quarters. Needs some work and is great project car. Would not take much, I need to find a good home for it.
I keep seeing that "Pardon our interruption" link. What the heck is that? That green Satellite is priced at what I think is well below market value.
To the OP's point....
Being unable to do metalwork is a serious handicap in this hobby. Out here in the west, our cars don't rust as much as back east but we still deal with some. There is no way I could get anywhere on my projects if I couldn't weld. Not just metal replacement but repair of cracks, frame connectors, making brackets and parts, modifying tools and other stuff.
The car that inspired this thread does not look that bad.
As "hack" as it sounds, small holes like that can be covered with body filler and not be a problem for many years. It isn't the right way to do it but it would be one way to go.
The OP '70 Blue Satellite: Unless there were some serious structural issues, I would buy that car for $4-5K, get it running well, and use it as a fun hotrod! You can make that car stand tall from a little distance. All kidding aside.
just don't start restoring it...... the hole gets deep quickly
Well if your interested I am almost done with my 1970 Sport Satellite restoration. I did replace the roof and trunk pan. I did all the work myself. It’s taken me 5 years to get it to where it’s at. A lot of money blood sweat and tears all the while dealing with major health issues. Am I glad I did it?
HELL YES! Its been very therapeutic and rewarding to me. Met a lot of great people/friends here and learned a lot about these cars.
1970 Plymouth Sport Satellite from Junk to......
HELL YES! Its been very therapeutic and rewarding to me. Met a lot of great people/friends here and learned a lot about these cars.
1970 Plymouth Sport Satellite from Junk to......
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The Island of Misfit Mopars
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I have a Ford friend who is an ace welder, close to eldubb's league. He builds what are basically rat rods, and still manages to get seriously upside down on them in a short time. He had 35K in the last one, not counting his time, and sold it last year at a $10K loss.
I can’t help but cringe at the people that suggest making a $4-5000 offer.
This car isn’t a 4 door Valiant.
This car isn’t a 4 door Valiant.
kevman
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I appreciate all of the comments everyone. I really got a great perspective on this from everyone. That car is sold to someone else, and I don't have any regrets. BEing that I am not my own body work man, I need something that will cost more upfront but doesn't need as much body work. So the hunt continues. I sincerely appreciate everyone here, what a great community of folks. I hope to be sitting in a B-body soon!
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I didn't follow my own advice. Jackstand racer!
I didn't follow my own advice. Jackstand racer!I agree. I don't know where all these guys are finding cheap 68-70 b bodies.
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