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Thank you so much for the info. So the brakes, drums and shoes were recently redone. The transmission was rebuilt about a year ago; the brake lines were changed as were the spark plug wires. Spark plugs were not changed yet, but I plan on doing that when I do a thorough cleaning; as I will also do the valve timing.
Had my vw mechanic come out and look at it (hes from Germany and works on air cooled in his spare time); i did pay him 100 bucks. He got under the car and said there was some patching, but it looked like it was done very very well. He pointed out the dripping oil and said that it was just a new seal needed under the sump and that is an easy fix… but he did point out that they moved a full flow filter to the front of the car for oil change ease of access. The heads were spotless, and something he called heater channels looked very very clean. He listened to her start and rev it for about 2 minutes and heard a slight ticking, but he said that is typical; you would know when it was a “knock.” But it also could be something as simple as a valve timing thing.
We test drove it about 10 miles and then drove back to just let it idle for a good 10-15 more minutes. It was in great working condition, as we drove it like we stole it lol….. When we returned the tick was gone, so I assume its a valve timing thing (as does he).
After the overview with him, I went ahead and paid, and should be picking it up on Monday!!! Super excited to be apart of the “family” and looking forward to finally having a classic of my own (not just the ones I watched on Meccum growing up)… though I know mine will prolly never cross the bidding block lol.
I just started and test drove it like I stole it. Prior owner changed the engine ten years ago, he fixed things and kept it super clean in his garage. I thought I heard a knock but didn’t after I drove. Also noticed oil filter was up front of the car which is different. I also noticed oil leaking under the carriage since it sat for 3 weeks without driving. I wiped it up and drove it and no oil anywhere. Also the dipstick was full so I don’t know where it’s coming from.
Gunna have a mechanic run it over tonight or tomorrow
I saw the reviews lol about ten min after I messaged lol they look sketchy. But also could be ok. I looked up the common threads and it seems they explode within 1-10k miles
I am heading to look at it now. Any specifics to note for the frame or undercarriage
I found one right by my house. What are your thoughts on this one?
@billnparts and @edwardericson
Thank you so much for the feedback. With that said…. here is my other option
https://www.streetsideclassics.com/vehicles/4066-tpa/1952-mg-td-replica
