I've got a chance to buy an '88 Firebird roller for a project car. While I've done other project cars in the past, I'm new to 3rd generation F-bodies. What are the weak areas in these cars and what places are most likely to rust? It would be good to know what to look for in advance when I check out the car closely, so I can either buy it at a bargain price or walk away.

 

check the doors make sure theres not alot of sag in them,#rd gens pretty much rust in areas that other cars rust, wheels wells,bottom of doors, lower fender,ect, ect Get some good SFC if going to put a big motor in. I'm sure theres more. I think overall 3rd gens are pretty good cars that were out in most of the 80's

 

if possible lift up the drivers side carpet and look under there on the left side by the door. also a major rust spot is the spare wheel compartment check that good!!!!