Was part of the Mark Smith collection featuring 100+Classic Cars stored in Lynchburg Va. warehouses that sold in 2022. True Model 561 Convertible-not a hacked up coupe. It is now in No. Va. 2 hours South of Carlisle/Hershey. It was probably in dry storage for 30 years. Unibody construction is solid. Some crusty rust on transmission crossmember and suspension components. I replaced water pump along with rebuilding the carburetor along with flushing the radiator,gas tank and adjusted the valves. . Motor has good compression and runs great. Car still has original shocks and exhaust system. True Miles unknown. Title shows Mileage/ TMU. Bottom white paint and convertible top replaced before storage. Will 'yard drive' in 1st, 2nd and Reverse. Transmission is loud./noisy. Brakes need overhaul. Will include good used transmission with sale. Looks to have had a new top installed along with 4 Sears bias ply tires before placed in storage 30 years ago. Door pillars solid as a rock. Doors don't sag and close with great gaps. Lights, turn signals and wipers work. Assorted dings and a dent on PS side fender. Upholstery is crumbling. I can send more photos. Call for more info. Too many projects and moving to smaller residence. PM Nick to discuss. Very interesting car. Not many solid Met convertibles for under $10K. Tidy up or take to the next level
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