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tubatrek 
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 Topic: Buying from an Auto Parts VenorPosted: Jan/20/2022 at 2:54pm |
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I recently put in a request with one of the "Quality Used Engines" vendors seeking a replacement 196 OHV 6 for my 1964 Rambler American Convertible. I got a timely email saying they had one available. The two gents I spoke to had Indian or Pakistani accents. They clarified that the available engine was a 199 6 out of a 1966 Ambassador and assured me that after a deposit was made they would remove and quality check the engine and ship it to me from Florida for $2600. Has anyone dealt with these type of suppliers and am I foolish to be considering this purchase? They didn't indicate how many miles were on the vehicle but as it's a '66 I would assume high milage. The term " Caviat Emptor" is always in the back of my mind in these matters.
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73Gremlin401
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Posted: Jan/20/2022 at 3:02pm |
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This post has red flags written all over it. So yes....I'd run-away and work through the AMC Vendors (Kennedy, Galvins, APD, etc) who can help you get exactly what you need, for probably a bunch less than what these guys quoted you. Secondly....a 199 and a 196 are entirely different engines, and I'm pretty sure that length-wise at least, a 199 is too long to fit in a 64 American engine bay. Hope this helps.
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ramblinrev
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Posted: Jan/20/2022 at 3:14pm |
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Yep. Frauds are all over the place, especially when you put a "wanted" add out there somewhere. Avoid them like the plague! They do not have your 196 engine! |
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gtoman_us
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Posted: Jan/20/2022 at 3:19pm |
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Your instincts are what led you to ask the question. Trust your instinct this smells fishy.
Get their address check google earth see if there is even a shop or yard. Run away. Ron
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Used to collect trophies, now I collect gas receipts and put on miles 1964 Rambler Ambassador Cross Country Wagon 1965 GTO 1931 Model A original survivor "Flat Roofs are Cool" |
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amc-rookie
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Posted: Jan/20/2022 at 4:22pm |
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That sounds real fishy. Even with a crate and shipping, price seems high.
Check Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist. I saw a 199 in CT in an AMC car club newsletter last year. Maybe it's still available. Good luck. |
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Mopar_guy
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Posted: Jan/20/2022 at 5:13pm |
Yeah what he said!!! X10!!
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tomj
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Posted: Jan/20/2022 at 8:21pm |
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They have no idea what they are talking about. YZou want 195.6 OHV, they offer 199. Huh? Second, $2600 for a USED motor is 10 times what it's worth. You can have a 199 rebuilt for that (basic). Or buy a rebuilt 232 from one of the legit rebuilders, delivered, for less than that. Edited by tomj - Jan/20/2022 at 8:26pm |
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