Harold

Hope this helps: http://www.oldcarbrochures.org/NA/Chevrolet/1942_Chevrolet/1942_Chevrolet_Brochure

Another active wagon forum: stationwagonforums.com

I sold the one pictured above but found another one in a drawer, so.....Still available!!

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Someone I knew in college bought a brand-new 3-on-the-tree Pacer when they first came out. I rode in it a few times and was impressed with the roominess and comfort. AMC, in general, had well-appointed interiors and was an under-rated brand.

I don't list anything 'boxable' unless I will see at least $10.00 in my pocket after fees. It's not worth the trip to the Post Office for anything less. Anything I list as an auction ends up selling at the opening bid 99% of the time, so I've gone over to more Buy-It-Now's. The days of 'start it at $1.00 and wait for the bidding frenzy ' are over, at least for me.

I think the 3.1's had different-sized pushrods for intake and exhaust. The 3.8 may be the same design and you got some pushrods mixed up when reassembling. Another good site for these cars is w-body.com .

When I sold Fords back in the eighties, someone came in at 8:55 PM one night and said "I want to drive one of each model now". He was politely shown the door......

Maybe the family insurance agent has old policies that show the VIN.

My takeaway form this thread is that it is a good idea to scan important documents into your computer (or take a picture and keep in your phone) for reference in case there is a catastrophe like the OP experienced.

The market may be specialized but I don't think it's that much more difficult than a regular used-car dealership. Creative marketing and the right attitude will contribute to a successful business. Dealers can often sell more easily than a private person because they can offer financing, which becomes a factor as prices climb into and past five figures. Many, if not most, classic car dealers are interested in finished cars that can be easily reconditioned and re-sold. With the 'graying' of the hobby there will be many cars that need to be sold because their owners are deceased. Families need to dispose of the vehicle and move on. There are many other buying venues including dealer auctions, salvage auctions, consignments, and walk-in sellers.

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Spruce up your car for spring!