Re: [VintageLambo] PPI for a 350 GT

Hi - Darren"s post is humorous but unfortunately, there is a lot of truth buried in there. First of all, how good a mechanic are you? Do you feel comfortable doing some work on your own? I am assuming that PPI means Pre-Purchase Inspection. A true restoration if done by a professional shop can be very expensive. I bet there are several people on this list with experience in this matter.In the mean time, check out the writeup at:http://www.playerviolin.com/400gt/alf/1111.htm.This details a restoration project that was done at the factory on a 400GT 2+2. The costs there might be a bit high, but the list gives a fair idea of what is involved and at least a ballpark figure on costs. Meanwhile, welcome to the list and good luck with the car. By the way, you might want to contact Chad on our list who has a 350 GT that is in much better condition than the one you describe and I"m sure needs a LOT less work! Best Regards, Jack stickanddice wrote: Hello folks, I"m new to this group. I"m posting for the first time because I would like to get some feedback on potential folks who could carry out a PPI for me. The car is a 350 GT and it is in poor shape.The engine is seized and I don"t know what else could be wrong with it.The body is also in dire need of being repainted.The brightwork needs to be redone and all the moving parts probably have to be removed, thoroughly cleaned and greased.I don"t know how to check for a lot of things in these cars.I"m also trying to loosely price out a restoration so I could offer a purchase price. The car is in Las Vegas and I am in the CA Bay Area.I already took a trip to take a look at the car.Any thoughts on an experienced mechanic who could do a PPI?Any thoughts about the car?Anyone know of any other 350 GT"s or interim 400 GT"s for sale? Any help is appreciated. Cheers