MMM??? I take this forum's opinions will favor the Spitfire! In any case, I am looking to buy a Spitfire or Midget here in the USA. They go for quite a wide range. All in USD, Both can be found for under $1,000, but pretty rusted out, for parts only. Very good drivers bring around $4,000 to $6,000 with fully restored cars selling for near $10,000. ( Why, but Midgets always seem to cost about $1,000 more than for Spitfires in the same condition.) My budget is the $5,000 area. What is best to look for, low body rust, or low mileage? I seen many around $3,000 running quite well and I get scared off by what looks to be to much rust showing. Your opinion, buy a $3,000 car and bring it up to snuff, or look for the best in the $5-$6,000 range.
Now, I do like the looks of a Spitfire over the Midget, but both are OK. Is rust more prevalent on a Spitfire or Midget, or about the same. The mechanical s look about the same. Should I hold out for a overdrive? It might add $500 to the selling cost. Oh, all the cars I look at are from private sellers, no used car lots! Opinions please.
Regards, Bill
Now, I do like the looks of a Spitfire over the Midget, but both are OK. Is rust more prevalent on a Spitfire or Midget, or about the same. The mechanical s look about the same. Should I hold out for a overdrive? It might add $500 to the selling cost. Oh, all the cars I look at are from private sellers, no used car lots! Opinions please.
Regards, Bill