Classic/Antique Car Repair/1984 rel camino

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Expert: - 3/10/2009


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thank you in advance for your help!

I saw an ad for a 1984 v8 el camino, 150,000 miles, $4500.
I wanted to ask if parts are readily available for this car, and if it is something that can be repaired/serviced easily?  Do you think its a bad purchase?
thanks!

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The price is right, but the mileage is a bit high.
Sounds like a "Every Day" driver. If the owner can
produce service records that seem reasonable for the mileage,
that would be a good start. Otherwise you may have to
do some major repairs down the road.

Biggest problems with cars of that age are bearings, differential, brakes, U-joints, shocks and most important engine/tranny condition.
Check these thing out before you buy.

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