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Old 11-18-2008, 05:43 AM
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Where to look for rust spots before purchase

Hi everyone,

I am going to look at another '91 TA convertible tomorrow and was wondering where the areas of concern for rust are on these cars. I know the floor pans are one area to check, but are there other spots that can be checked without putting the car up on a lift? Luckily the car I have now is a southern car and rust was not an issue, but this car spent its first few years up north. Any suggestions are appreciated.

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Old 11-18-2008, 09:45 AM
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Re: Where to look for rust spots before purchase

I've looked at an 82 Firebird last week, it was a bit rusty. The spots I that scared me :
- under the windshield
- A-pillars (if you see paint bubbling that means it needs to be repaired)
- lower door hinges pillars
- rocker panels

I would check those also :
- quarter panels
- fenders
- frame
- battery tray

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Old 11-19-2008, 06:35 PM
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Re: Where to look for rust spots before purchase

From what I've discovered, if the car has been up North, the best place to check for rust is EVERYWHERE! I've even discovered rot-through on the ROOF!
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