Hey guys I'm going to look at a 68 road runner with a 383 and 4spd. Seller claims it's original motor, drive train, and rear end. My question is what should I look for on this car? Typical problems? Is there an easy way to verify it's a matching numbers car? How can I tell if it's a true factory 4 spd? Any help would be great! Thanks!

 

Matthew -

Are you looking for a collector car or driver/street machine?

The VIN should give you a lot of information on the car's options and there are places on the web that can help you decipher it.

Personally, I'm not a collector or trader with cars, and matching numbers are pretty low on my list.

Check for the usual spots for rust (lower fender/quarter panels, around moldings); lines (is the car straight) and bondo. Bondo may not be a bad thing if the repair was done correctly.

Checking for leaks and listening to the motor both cold and hot are good ideas.

Archer

 

Great... If he knows all that. he should have all the paperwork and be able to point if out on the car to you all the matching numbers....

 

What is the condition of the car?