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Looks like a great price to me. Like Bonehead said, it depends on how well the work was done, but for the price, I wouldn't mind correcting a few things if need be.
 
I agree, add says "lot's of good parts" this may mean there is more laying in the garage. Didn't say anything about the engine being included though. I would make the trip... if nothing is all hacked up and there are indeed extras I would say go for it.
 
Engine and trans dont go with, its set up for sbc & powerglide. I will go with I-6 and 3 speed, not sure if I would have to cut stuff off and start over. We are planning to drive down there this weekend with cash and a trailer.
 
I agree that a lot depends on the quality of the work already done.......can't tell from the pictures. I think you will have to rethink that I 6 engine, may be way too long for a model a frame, or at least what is left of it in this case.

The rear suspension for me is always the deciding factor in if a car is well done or not. Most times people get cheap back there and try to adapt stuff like GM trailing arms and huge coil springs, which makes for a crappy car in most cases.

The body looks solid, so that is a plus. The model a frame, though modified is a question mark. Without a lot of bracing and plating they are pretty weak, and are also 80 years old. But the acid test will be what you see in person. I don't know your experience, so I would suggest if you don't feel comfortable making the decision, take someone who knows construction techniques with you and listen to them. I have driven 13 hours then spent 3 minutes looking at a car before I drove all the way back home empty handed. There is some real crap out there and you have to know what you are looking at.

Don
 
look long and hard at the body, there is a bunch of wood in them. if nothing else you would have a great chassis for a model t or a.
 

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