How much would you pay for it?

[_DJ_]

I've been looking around for a cheapish Grif, and have found the following:

Griffith 500 (94)
29,000 miles
half hide
non-PAS (not a real issue for me)
decent(ish) paint (the usual chips on the mirrors and a couple of minor scatches on the body)
Decent tyres
Good service history.

What would you pay for it?

cheers,

Darren.

[_DJ_]

I haven't to be honest. I've driven similar weight cars before without PAS, and intend to use the car as a weekend toy so the extra 5 minutes getting into the odd parking space won't concern me. I'm 6'5 so should have enough leverage! Also, my girlfriend is a very slight build and probably would find it difficult to drive .The dealer in question has 2 in stock, one with and one without (and a 4k difference in price) so I'll try before I buy!

[_DJ_]

I have, based on that 16-17k seems about right, especially if it's a good one and has a warranty. My only concern is that the few scratches will bother me, and from what I understand, the whole bonnet would need painting, as well as a repair for the (large) chip on the wing mirror. Any indication of cost for doing those jobs? Thanks for all your help. I've got a potential buyer coming to look at my car this afternoon, so fingers crossed I'll have cash to play with at the weekend

>> Edited by _DJ_ on Friday 28th March 10:21

[_DJ_]

That's what I'd planned. I realise it's a frequently performed task, though I'd have preferred it if it had been done before I bought it! After all, it's an old car, and the paintwork was never going to be pristine. As you say, it's a bargaining tool. I'm also eager to thumb through the S/H; I'm concerned about the likely health of components like the radiator, shocks etc. I think I'm going to get a car within a couple of thousand of my budget, assuming the worst rather than going for a later, more expensive car. I figure that most components degrade with mileage rather than age, which is why i'm particularly interested in this car.

[_DJ_]

Good News, I've just sold my car so come next week I should have the cash to buy. I'm going to look at a couple this weekend (including the '94). Does anyone know of any other Griffs available for the 15-17 grand mark?