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Originally Posted by 1931 flamingo
Whatever, it's still an A-400..................
Paul in CT
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Originally Posted by WHN
I would say that it looks like a great driver.
A 400 as a driver! Great.
Enjoy.
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Let me reiterate something and then ask for an opinion.
If the engine was rebuilt using potentially questionable techniques/materials from 40 years ago, -and the transmission & rear end were last inspected/repaired 40 years ago in Argentina, would it be a safe bet to say that it is highly probable that the engine does not have good valves, pistons, a H/C head, or anything other than a (used) stock camshaft.
What is the probability when the car was converted to LHD that the restorer used new or NORS transmission gears and bearings in the transmission? The same applies for the rear end when it was installed (40 years ago??). What about the condition of the steering or brakes??
So with the above said, what is real world expectation with this car? Is there an expectation that you as the new owner will be able to jump in 'as-is' and drive on the next tour, --or is there an expectation it will need to have work done to make it safe & reliable. If so, -what would you feel would need to be done and what would those associated costs be??