Photo: Bogdan Popa/autoevolution/Craigslist
A vehicle parked outside, exhibiting typical classic car issues like occasional rust and dents on the body, is a good reason for many people interested in a project car to walk away and look elsewhere.
However, this 1972 Chevrolet Bel Air is this kind of project, suffering from some obvious issues that the next owner will have to take care of during a restoration project.
When the Impala came to be in 1958, the Bel Air became the backup plan for many customers. The Impala sported all the bells and whistles in the full-size lineup, but the Bel Air continued to command a solid customer base in the United States.
It's always been an intriguing purchase for full-size buyers, and despite not selling in big numbers, the Bel Air remained the same great car even during the '70s.
This 1972 specimen is a good opportunity to explore this model year in all its glory, and despite the first impression you could make when checking out the photos shared on Craigslist, it's a Bel Air almost prepared to become a daily driver.
The car is still completely original, and some would say this makes it a proper candidate for a complete restoration. It could be a great collectible, but I doubt many collectors would spend big bucks on a 1972 Bel Air. If anything, it should be used as is or with smaller refinements to get it ready for the road.
The owner admits it needs work, but the good news is that the engine under the hood starts and runs "excellent." The vehicle drives well, but you should still inspect everything in person before taking this Bel Air home. The car is fitted with a 350ci V8 engine, and the odometer indicates 90K original miles.
As I said, the 1972 Bel Air is not the most desirable classic, but it also depends on its condition. I'm certain some collectors would pay the right price for an all-original example in tip-top shape, but considering this isn't the case with this specimen, the selling expectations can't be too ambitious.
They aren't, as the owner is willing to let the car go for only $1,800. This means you can buy this Bel Air for the price of a maxed-out iPhone, so if you own a latest-generation smartphone, you could very well get rid of it and buy this project car. You could end up building a daily driver for cheap, though it also depends on what you'll find when you inspect the car in person.
The vehicle is parked in Bristol, and considering that it runs and drives, you might be able to drive it to your garage on its wheels.
When the Impala came to be in 1958, the Bel Air became the backup plan for many customers. The Impala sported all the bells and whistles in the full-size lineup, but the Bel Air continued to command a solid customer base in the United States.
It's always been an intriguing purchase for full-size buyers, and despite not selling in big numbers, the Bel Air remained the same great car even during the '70s.
This 1972 specimen is a good opportunity to explore this model year in all its glory, and despite the first impression you could make when checking out the photos shared on Craigslist, it's a Bel Air almost prepared to become a daily driver.
The car is still completely original, and some would say this makes it a proper candidate for a complete restoration. It could be a great collectible, but I doubt many collectors would spend big bucks on a 1972 Bel Air. If anything, it should be used as is or with smaller refinements to get it ready for the road.
The owner admits it needs work, but the good news is that the engine under the hood starts and runs "excellent." The vehicle drives well, but you should still inspect everything in person before taking this Bel Air home. The car is fitted with a 350ci V8 engine, and the odometer indicates 90K original miles.
As I said, the 1972 Bel Air is not the most desirable classic, but it also depends on its condition. I'm certain some collectors would pay the right price for an all-original example in tip-top shape, but considering this isn't the case with this specimen, the selling expectations can't be too ambitious.
They aren't, as the owner is willing to let the car go for only $1,800. This means you can buy this Bel Air for the price of a maxed-out iPhone, so if you own a latest-generation smartphone, you could very well get rid of it and buy this project car. You could end up building a daily driver for cheap, though it also depends on what you'll find when you inspect the car in person.
The vehicle is parked in Bristol, and considering that it runs and drives, you might be able to drive it to your garage on its wheels.
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