New girl says hello, immediately asks question...

[emmalee]

hello- I'm buying a delica. really soon. tomorrow like. I'm buying it from a reputable mechanic, who says its a solid machine. it's been neglected for a few months and there are some cosmetic issues but all in all solid.
he lifted it up so I could take a look and I noticed the tail pipe and the step on the passenger side were rusty- like holy rusty. I'm not too concerned about replacing those because this this is a good deal. so question:
1) can someone please post a pic of the undercarriage of one of these so I know what "normal" looks like? I haven't looked under too many vehicles so it all looked worse than I imagined it would...
thanks so much,
so excited it hurts a little
Emma

[TardisDeli]

Hi Emma, welcome. Rust ... hmmm... I usually say RUN dont buy a rusty vehicle, it is like an iceberg if you see a bit then there is 99 percent more that you can't see. I would be happy to look under a delica with you, to show you stuff, but this week is bad for me (next week is fine). Keep in touch, you're welcome to test drive mine and I'll spend an hour educating you on everything. Cheers, christine.

[jessef]

Where are you/the L400? I'll come check it out for you if you'd like an unbiased 2nd opinion.

I've done extensive rust repair and know what to look for.

http://www.delica.ca/forum/l400-rust-co ... 10125.html

[TardisDeli]

Hi Emma, I see jesse farsang has kindly offered his help, I recommend you try to meet up with him, I certainly trust his opinions (and I am a very fussy Delica owner). Cheers, Christine.

[Rising Sun Auto Import]

If you need a pre purchase inspection, take it to specialized shops as they are responsible for an inspection report they do.
They inspect all things, pretty much over 40 points.
I would recommend Japanoid and CVI.
If you have a problem to move the car for any reason, we can do it for you with free towing/moving.

Steven

[Rising Sun Auto Import]

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[jessef]

Hey Emma, good chattin' with you.

It's a good rig and mechanically done up well from a trustworthy guy.

Hope to see you at some meets.

Here's the pyrometer link/info:

Why it's good to have : http://www.delica.ca/forum/pyro-gauge-w ... -5819.html

Good info: http://www.delica.ca/forum/pyro-and-boo ... -3866.html

Cheers

[thedjjack]

exhaust and side step rust should not be much to worry about.....Chassis rust is a concern...

good luck with the purchase.

[emmalee]

Thanks for all the advice. I'm going for it. I am ridiculously excited and am looking forward to meeting you all and admiring your delicas at my first meet!

[jessef]

Wise choice

[RichD]

I would recommend Japanoid and CVI.

I feel like I'm watching Fringe.

Emma, glad to lead panned out for you.

[R.Costa]

Hey Emma, post some pics of the new van when you get it. I'm sure everyone would love to see it.

[emmalee]

Can't figure out how to post pics on here but here are a couple quick pics to start.
<3
http://strangelystrange.tumblr.com/

[thedjjack]

Hit Img then paste your image location between the square brackets (Change round brackets to square brackets)

(img)http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lz3dl ... 0.jpg(img)

[jessef]

Nice job Emma.