Almost A Charger Owner! *UPDATE* She's Mine.

[TPR]

how many other cars you looking at are this good , jealous that you will get enjoy this car in short amount of time

I've looked at four cars in person so far, and this one is by far the best.

You're right, it would have cost me much more to restore one.
Despite the fact that there will be a sort of instant satisfaction if/when I just drive it home, I can tell you now it's been a long wait for me to be in this position.
Over ten years ago I decided that it would be best for me to wait and save rather than buy straight away and restore.
At least you guys will have that sense of pride that you had a hand in bringing your car back to life.
TPR

[charger Downunder]

So you didn't get this one still for sale.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/68-DODGE-CHARGER-R-T-/261220759528?_trksid=p5197.m1992&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D14%26meid%3D7930298696643372076%26pid%3D100015%26prg%3D1006%26rk%3D1%26sd%3D261220759528%26

[TPR]

So you didn't get this one still for sale.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/68-DODGE-CHARGER-R-T-/261220759528?_trksid=p5197.m1992&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D14%26meid%3D7930298696643372076%26pid%3D100015%26prg%3D1006%26rk%3D1%26sd%3D261220759528%26

Hi Stephen, that's the one I'm trying to get.
I was a bit surprised when I saw it had popped up again on ebay last Saturday night as I have been working with the owner to try to organise an inspection by a Mopar mechanic.
I guess though, until I put down a deposit, he can do whatever he wants. I just hope no one uses that Buy It Now option between now and the end of the week.
It has been difficult to arrange a time when all parties can meet as we are all working long hours and the shop is closed Saturdays.
As soon as I get the nod that nothing is in need of major repair, I'll be pulling the trigger.
Until then, I'd rather lose it than make a big mistake.
TPR

[charger Downunder]

Hope it all works out for you.

[bakerhillpins]

Hi Stephen, that's the one I'm trying to get.
I was a bit surprised when I saw it had popped up again on ebay last Saturday night as I have been working with the owner to try to organise an inspection by a Mopar mechanic.
I guess though, until I put down a deposit, he can do whatever he wants. I just hope no one uses that Buy It Now option between now and the end of the week.
It has been difficult to arrange a time when all parties can meet as we are all working long hours and the shop is closed Saturdays.
As soon as I get the nod that nothing is in need of major repair, I'll be pulling the trigger.
Until then, I'd rather lose it than make a big mistake.
TPR

Been there, done that.  Its frustrating but keep the faith.
Look at it this way, if in the next week he doesn't get any action at his current price then you have some room to negotiate.

[loudmouthaussie]

good to see another aussie guy here 70 in brassy 

[TPR]

Inspection will occur tomorrow. By lunchtime I'll know whether its mine or not.
Thanks for all your words of encouragement.
Fingers crossed.
TPR

[polywideblock]

good luck with inspection

[TPR]

Deposit put down today.
The car has issues, [of course] but nothing dire. Not the best resto ever done, but can be improved upon over time.
Power windows will be looked at as they currently don't go down and Magnum 500's put back on before I pick it up.
Watch this space.
TPR

[tan top]

Deposit put down today.
The car has issues, [of course] but nothing dire. Not the best resto ever done, but can be improved upon over time.
Power windows will be looked at as they currently don't go down and Magnum 500's put back on before I pick it up.
Watch this space.
TPR

   good stuff , 

[JB400]

Congrats on getting a 68.  Looking forward to seeing your progress

[Fred]

Excellent.
Take some time to enjoy the feeling of owning a charger before you start sorting things out as the frustration (sorry to spoil it for you already lol) of finding faults will overcome you soon enough.

[polywideblock]

congratulations 

[fy469rtse]

congrats, enjoy the car, all issues can be sorted, just don't try and do them all at once, do the safe items first, things like the electric motors can be rebuilt or replaced , saw them some where,
More photo's please

[TPR]

Thanks for your advice Fred. It's been a stressful couple of weeks and I am trying to make sure that my excitement overrides my anxiety.
When it's in my garage, I'll be able to relax a bit and it will sink in that a 30 year dream has come true.
Cheers everyone else and OK, here are more pics:
TPR

[TPR]

I can't seem to post more than one pic in a reply:

[TPR]

Last one for today. We were driving in convoy on the way back. God it looks good on the road:
TPR

[bakerhillpins]

God it looks good on the road:
TPR

Don't they!   

Good for you!!!    I remember that day well myself.   

[charger Downunder]

That car should put a smile on ya face.

[Darkman]

Congrats on the purchase.

PLLLEEEEAAASSSSEEE let me know if you are selling the convo pro's, I desperately need a set!

[projectanimal]

Congrats!!! Hope the final paperwork goes smoothly and you are filling up and cruising soon!!   

[Fred]

Last one for today. We were driving in convoy on the way back. God it looks good on the road:
TPR

Mate, you are living the dream now!      It doesn't get any better than that.   

[TPR]

Congrats on the purchase.

PLLLEEEEAAASSSSEEE let me know if you are selling the convo pro's, I desperately need a set!

Hey Darkman, you'll be the first to know if I decide not to keep them.
TPR

[TPR]

She's mine.
And so the fun begins.
TPR

[TPR]

I'll start a new thread sometime soon.
TPR