My 197? 2002 Project (s) - AZ

[radiopaulie]

This is my first post to the forum, and I'm really happy to have found this site!

I purchased two (essentially) basket case '02s from a young man on craigslist in Tucson, AZ this week. I paid $800 for the pair. I've always wanted an '02, after some great memories of a friend's in high school.

My goal is to get the one that is more complete back on the road first - hopefully by this summer. I also want to stop the "parts car" nonsense, and bring both back from the dead. Even if it takes a few years, it's about the journey, and not the destination, right?!?

One thing that has concerned me is the info I've seen on batteries for '02s. I've read they require lead-acid types. Is there a good aftermarket source for these, ie Sears Die-Hard, Optima, or others? I believe the PO has moved the battery to the trunk.

Cheers, and I look forward to posting more as things progress! - Paulie

[harrym2]

HI

look's like you have your hands full with the white car but the blue one does not look to bad . is it just an engine problem with this one ?

[MrNvgtr]

Other than the B&W photo, the white one doesn't look too bad either, other than a few cosmetic/trim issues. Of course it's just one photo. I think it's a good deal either way with the blue one for the $800 you paid for both.

[radiopaulie]

Thanks for the info!

I've pinned down the two VINs from under the hood. The blue car is 2578838. The white car is 2577799

Also, here are a few additional shots.

Can anyone i.d. which head this vehicle has?

Thanks for the replies! - Paulie

[golf73]

so you probably got 2 early 72's? nice score. what is the original paint color on the blue one? the "white" one almost looks like a faded sahara.

[radiopaulie]

Here are a few more photos of my 2002, on the way to its new home in my garage.

The PO says the motor is "ruined", because he ran the car out of oil Not exactly sure what type of damage has been done. There is (very black) oil on the dipstick.

The interior is pretty trashed, after one of the windows was broken by a stereo robber.

Also, I'm wondering if anyone can identify the bushings that came in the big box o stuff that came with the cars.