The original American production ran from , and the design of the vehicle changed remarkably little in that time frame. An unusually devoted, and large, fan base for the Beetle will tell you how great and easy this car is to fix. The cars mentioned here serve as a model for the best fixer upper cars on the market today.
Finding a Car to Fix Unless you are well-trained in the art of being a mechanic, and, in more modern vehicles, also a computer technician, simplicity will be one of the biggest factors when considering what project car to buy.
Remembering Your Budget The cars mentioned here serve as a model for the best fixer upper cars on the market today. Notify me when new ads are posted. Sort by Posted: newest first Posted: oldest first Price: lowest first Price: highest first Best match Kilometres: lowest first Kilometres: highest first.
Kijiji Autos opens in a new tab Searching for a new or certified pre-owned car? Dealer Vehicles opens in a new tab. Certified Pre-owned opens in a new tab. Research makes and models. Please Contact. Great for a parts truck or a fixer upper for camp. Msg me for more information. A great parts truck or fixer upper for anyone mechanical inclined, always been well maintained besides the rust on the body Still drives but has transmission issues.
Automatic , km. Needs a new battery and rear catalytic converter. Runs good, fixer upper or parts. As is condition.
This truck would be good for someone who wants a small project has good bones and strong motor not selling safety. Would be a great fixer upper or parts or bush truck. To my knowledge it needs all new break lines to the rear some front end work in order to get an alignment done.
Runs, needs work, fixer upper Manual , km. Selling car as is, you will need to tow it as the front brake lines need to be replaced. I do not know if there is anything else needed to be repaired.
First entering production in , the venerable Honda Civic has seen all sorts of variants, from spritely hot hatches to stately shuttle wagons. With so many options out there, you can have your pick of the lot when it comes to body style, engine capacity, and interior furnishings.
Throw on some suspension upgrades and a set of decent tires, and you have yourself a capable performer. Granted, Miatas have experienced a bit of appreciation in the last decade, but most model years still make for very affordable project cars. Simple in build yet powerful in performance, all of these are good budget buys.
Later Camaro coupes are a dime-a-dozen, so they make excellent beginner muscle car projects. As the oft-quoted aphorism goes — rising tides raise all ships. In practice, this means that many look-a-likes from the golden age of American muscle have also increased in value, such as the Chevy Vega.
However, there are some standouts that can be had for an acceptable sum. When properly restored, first- and second-generation Mustangs command a pretty hefty sum. And while you can find them pretty reasonably depending on the condition, their iconic status makes them a hard sell as a budget project. Instead, go for a Fox-body or an SN As with most popular muscle cars, later-gen Firebirds are considerably cheaper than their iconic forebearers.
If possible, shoot for a third or fourth generation model year — the low overhead cost will give you room in your budget for future upgrades and unanticipated repairs. Each of these off-road icons makes for an approachable option with upgrade potential aplenty.
Cheap and robust, Chevy C10 trucks make for great project cars. Popular amongst beginners and seasoned trail experts alike, XJ Cherokees are nearly-indestructible when properly maintained.
With collectors having sufficiently inflated the value of other boxy off-road classics — such as the Toyota FJ40, International Harvester Scout, and Ford Bronco — the Suzuki Samurai stands out as one of the last of such cars yet to be snatched up. Count on these becoming harder and harder to find. While this can lead to some sad and neglected examples, others can prove quite a find when it comes to budget project potential.
But with a bit of patient searching and some luck , you can easily snag a i. Available as a roadster and as a GT pictured here these cars are extremely popular amongst automotive enthusiasts. When considering a potential MGB project, be sure to check for rust — British cars are notorious for the stuff.
For all of its flaws, the has managed to leave the world of budget project cars behind. However, the is still regularly affordable with reasonably low miles.
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