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After the white Regal, I found this '81 Regal close to home and had to check it out. I loved the car so much I just had to have another. This time in better shape. The original owner had the car for over 30 years and kept many documents from the bill of sale to yearly inspections and tune up receipts. LOL! The original owner took very good care of this car with only 85,000 miles when I bought it. I had her for about 18 months and she runs great. Had to tune up a few things here and there for mandatory maintenance. Other than that I'm keeping everything original! Just need new bumper fillers and the headliner reupholstered.

THIS CAR IS NOT FOR SALE: But if you are looking for a car like this, try looking up local ads on Craigslist and go for the ones who have updated the car a bit for the next owner. Example: New shocks, mufflers, tires, hoses, etc. This shows that the seller is willing to sell the car with care. Before visiting, be sure the seller has recent inspection stickers and a clear title. If these don't check out, the car may not be worth buying. Once that's clear, plan a visit to look over the car and drive it on both highway and town streets including hills and level roads if possible. Check the engine and underneath before and after test driving for leaks, smoke, and idle hesitation. Also check that the basics work from headlights, tail lights, blinkers, hazards, horn, door locks, and gauges. If all checks out, you can make a deal right then and there but its better to give your final decision at least 24 hours to think through before making any final agreements. Also negotiate the price, before leaving the visit set that in place so the seller can think your final offer through too. You should NEVER pay FULL price for any car or any private sale for that matter. Remember to set a few hundred aside for new plates, title, stickers, and tune ups. I hope this helps for whoever reads this and feel free to ask questions, I may be able to answer. Thanks for watching!

FUN FACT: I found this car in a film called Hard Eight (1996). Only difference is the wear, tear, and wheels. LOL! Plus I believe his was an '82 instead of '81.