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Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 6/15/2009


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At age 71 am I chasing a"Purple COW" in purchasing this with the 232 engine, as a drive and go car? Understand the private party has done a lot on this such as valve seals,stater,alternator,carburetor,dist.cap,ignition coil,etc. Vehicle has won show awards-don!t need fixer upper.  Thanks and thanks for your service!

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Sorry, but I don't know what a "purple cow" is, but I have some suggestions for you.
If you like the car, don't be afraid to buy it, providing you do a few things first.
Have it checked over by your mechanic, just as though you were buying a 2006 used car. Remember that there are a few parts on the 66 that might be difficult to find today. i.e. front trunnions. Another thing, don't let your emotions get in the way of negotiating a good price.
Best of luck with your decision.

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Kevin Pilotte

Expertise

I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.

Experience

I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.

Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.

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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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I have a certificate I printed out from a website.

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