I'm considering buying a project Ranger 2 states away and drive it home. It's an 1983, which is critical for registration purposes. It's a 2wd ( I don't want or need a 4x4 ), gas, 4 cylinder ( not sure if 2.0 or 2.3 yet ), 5 speed, single cab, long bed. Pretty much just what I want in a mini truck. It's got 255k on it and is being sold by a flipper or someone who gave up on it.
My plan is to bring tune up parts and a new ICM, tools and go through it quickly before hitting the road. That includes changing all fluids and looking stuff over really well. Once I get home, I'll do whatever it needs to be 100% reliable.
The truck looks decent, but has a bit of rust. The driver's seat needs repair, but I'll probably put different seats in. 3rd gen Honda Prelude or 1st gen Toyota MR-2 are my favorites. The truck doesn't have AC, which I'll need to install down the road. The worst part to me is the seller has done some work to it and doesn't sound like he knows what he's doing. The asking price and my travel costs will around $2000. A few years ago I wouldn't consider it for more than $500, but as they say, the whole world's changed.
I have no experience with Rangers and would appreciate any advice.
My plan is to bring tune up parts and a new ICM, tools and go through it quickly before hitting the road. That includes changing all fluids and looking stuff over really well. Once I get home, I'll do whatever it needs to be 100% reliable.
The truck looks decent, but has a bit of rust. The driver's seat needs repair, but I'll probably put different seats in. 3rd gen Honda Prelude or 1st gen Toyota MR-2 are my favorites. The truck doesn't have AC, which I'll need to install down the road. The worst part to me is the seller has done some work to it and doesn't sound like he knows what he's doing. The asking price and my travel costs will around $2000. A few years ago I wouldn't consider it for more than $500, but as they say, the whole world's changed.
I have no experience with Rangers and would appreciate any advice.
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