Exterior
Inspection of the vehicles exterior shows; The washer fluid tank is empty. Due to this I am unable to verify sprayer operation. General misalignment to body panels, see pictures. The exterior of the vehicle was dusty at time of inspection. This can hide minor imperfections. There are minor misc scratches around the vehicle. Most too small to see in photos. The paint shows some wear. There are areas that are chipping, see pictures. The underside shows surface rust. Misc chrome chips in bumpers. Left quarter had higher paint readings, see pictures. The convertible top looks good and operates as designed at the time of the inspection. All four tires show dry rot and need to be replaced.
Interior
Inspection of the vehicles interior shows' There is light wear to the seats. The inner door panels show wear. The interior trim shows normal wear. Rear seat arm rests show wear, damage. There were no unusual odors noted. Left rear window switch not working, requires further diagnosis. Has factory air but does not blow cold. Requires further diagnosis. The carpet shows normal wear.
Mechanical
The accessible under hood fluids were noted to be at acceptable levels. There is evidence of coolant leakage. Recommend pressure testing system to determine the source. The power steering system shows seepage near the gear box. The area should be cleaned off and rechecked to find the source of the leak. The engine shows active oil leaks. The engine should be pressure washed off and rechecked to verify source of the leak or all leaks. The transmission is seeping fluid from the pan area and should be cleaned off and recheck to find the source of seepage. The belts and hoses were noted to be in good condition.
Road test
The engine starts, runs and idles. The vehicle accelerates, the transmission operates smoothly and the brakes stop the vehicle. The steering and suspension operate as designed. There were no unusual noises or vibrations noted.
Year | 1960 |
Make | Pontiac |
Model | Bonneville |
Mileage | 29313 |
Transmission | Automatic |
VIN Number | 860D5179 |
Interior | Leather |
Interior Color | Red |
Body Color | White |
Engine | 8 Cylinder |
Drive Type | Rear Wheel Drive |
Fuel Type | Gas |
Wiper Blades | |
Windshield Washer | |
The washer fluid tank is empty. Due to this I am unable to verify sprayer operation. | |
Body Alignment | |
General misalignment to body panels, see pictures. | |
Scratches | |
The exterior of the vehicle was dusty at time of inspection. This can hide minor imperfections. There are minor misc scratches around the vehicle. Most too small to see in photos. | |
Dings | |
Dents | |
Paint Condition | |
The paint shows some wear. There are areas that are chipping, see pictures. | |
Rust | |
The underside shows surface rust. | |
Exterior Lights | |
Door Mirrors | |
Bumpers | Misc chrome chips in bumpers. |
Side Moldings | |
Convertible Top | |
Frame Damage | |
Glass | |
Body Seals | |
Body Filler? | |
Left quarter had higher paint readings, see pictures. | |
Hood | |
Doors | |
Floors | |
Rockers | |
Quarter Panels | |
Chrome |
Steering Wheel | |
Horn | |
Seat Condition | |
There is light wear to the seats. | |
Seat Belts | |
Clock | |
Radio/Navigation | |
Inner Door Panels | |
The inner door panels show wear. | |
Power Locks | |
Window Switches | |
Left rear window switch not working, requires further diagnosis. | |
Window Function | |
Center Console | |
Dash | |
Sun Visors | |
Dash Lights | |
Dash Gauges | |
Air Conditioning | |
Has factory air but does not blow cold. Requires further diagnosis. | |
Heater | |
Carpet | The carpet shows normal wear. |
Cigarette Use | |
Unusual Odors | |
Cup Holders | |
Headliner | |
Blower Motor | |
Interior Trim | |
The interior trim shows normal wear. Rear seat arm rests show wear, damage. | |
Inner Trunk |
Air Filter | |
Battery Condition | |
Charging System | |
Cooling Fan Condition | |
Radiator Cap Sealing Properly | |
Hoses | |
Radiator | |
Engine Coolant | |
Coolant Leaks | |
There is evidence of coolant leakage. Recommend pressure testing system to determine the source. | |
Belts | |
Power Steering | |
The power steering system shows seepage near the gear box. The area should be cleaned off and rechecked to find the source of the leak. | |
Steering Fluid | |
Engine Oil | |
Engine Fluid Leaks | |
The engine shows active oil leaks. The engine should be pressure washed off and rechecked to verify source of the leak or all leaks. | |
Transmission Fluid | |
Transmission Leaks | |
The transmission is seeping fluid from the pan area and should be cleaned off and recheck to find the source of seepage. | |
Brake System | |
Brake Fluid Leaks | |
Differential leaks | |
Muffler System | |
Shocks and bushings | |
Ball Joints and Tie Rods | |
Modifications |
Road Test | Yes |
Engine Performance | |
Transmission performance | |
Differential Performance | |
Wheel Bearing Performance | |
Braking Performance | |
Suspension Performance | |
Steering Performance | |
Engine Starting |
Driver Front | BFGoodrich | BFGoodrich | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | BFGoodrich | BFGoodrich | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | 8/50/14 | 8/50/14 | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | 8/50/14 | 8/50/14 | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | Dry Rot | Dry Rot | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | Dry Rot | Dry Rot | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | 10/32 | 10/32 | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | 10/32 | 10/32 | Passenger Rear |
Spare tire | Yes |
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10/32 or more
Tires have plenty of tread!
(standard)
8/32 or more
Tires have plenty of tread!
(low profile)
5/32 to 7/32
Tires will need replacement soon!
4/32 or less
Tires need replacement!
This vehicle is eligible for certification to provide coverage for mechanical failures
Transmission
Engine
Exhaust
HVAC
Suspension & Steering
Electrical System
Cooling System