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Local Southern California Find
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 6:44 pm
by Dessertrat
Howdy,
I bought another car from the original owner. He was only about 25 miles from me.
It’s got quite a few scratches on the original chassis and the one it’s currently fitted with. From what I was able to look up, it looks like maybe a Trinity chassis.
The car came with the original box, a bunch of wheels and tires, original body painted (used a bit) and brand new truck body, which I haven’t been able to ID. Maybe someone here can let me know what it is. It looks like the owner was going to do a monster truck conversion.
It also came with some extra parts and most of the original stickers and what’s left of the “Coke” stickers.
When I asked the owner about monster truck tires he said it had been so long, that he didn’t remember what his plans were with it.
Maybe these are posted a lot here, but one cool thing I found in his paperwork was a hobby shop magazine/ad.
Feel free to point out anything good or bad about the car. I don’t mind, and thanks for looking!
Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 6:47 pm
by Dessertrat
I forgot how to add photos. Somehow I got one in there. Be patient with me….
Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 6:54 pm
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Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 7:20 pm
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Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 7:22 pm
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Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 7:26 pm
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Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 7:27 pm
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Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 7:29 pm
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Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 9:41 pm
by JosephS
Dessertrat wrote: ↑Wed Feb 23, 2022 6:44 pm
Howdy,
I bought another car from the original owner. He was only about 25 miles from me.
It’s got quite a few scratches on the original chassis and the one it’s currently fitted with. From what I was able to look up, it looks like maybe a Trinity chassis.
The car came with the original box, a bunch of wheels and tires, original body painted (used a bit) and brand new truck body, which I haven’t been able to ID. Maybe someone here can let me know what it is. It looks like the owner was going to do a monster truck conversion.
It also came with some extra parts and most of the original stickers and what’s left of the “Coke” stickers.
When I asked the owner about monster truck tires he said it had been so long, that he didn’t remember what his plans were with it.
Maybe these are posted a lot here, but one cool thing I found in his paperwork was a hobby shop magazine/ad.
Feel free to point out anything good or bad about the car. I don’t mind, and thanks for looking!
That looks like a nice find. looks to be in great condition and has a nice MIP transmission along with a graphite chassis.
Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2022 10:24 pm
by Frankentruck
I have a car with that same graphite chassis. I saw one listed recently on eBay that was claimed to be a Trinity chassis. It looks like a nice Twister modified motor is mounted up. Lots of nice items there.
Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Thu Feb 24, 2022 12:44 am
by Dessertrat
Thanks guys. With the prices going up on eBay, I thought this was a pretty good deal for $275.
Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Thu Feb 24, 2022 2:04 am
by RC10th
Interesting to to see a can of Orion motor spray in that lot.
Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Thu Feb 24, 2022 5:21 am
by Frankentruck
Dessertrat wrote: ↑Thu Feb 24, 2022 12:44 am
Thanks guys. With the prices going up on eBay, I thought this was a pretty good deal for $275.
We don't do appraisals on the site but you got a good deal..
Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Thu Feb 24, 2022 5:47 am
by juicedcoupe
Except for a few parts, you nearly have another car in pieces. I'd say that you got a smoking deal. The MIP trans alone would cover a majority of the price.
Re: Local Southern California Find
Posted: Thu Feb 24, 2022 9:47 am
by Dessertrat
Thanks for the feedback guys. I’m working so much, it seems all I have to do is find a car or truck, but haven’t had time to clean them up or get them running.
Part of the fun for me is finding them anyway. So I can’t complain!