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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.

Vehicle Info

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

Exterior

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

Interior

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

Mechanical

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

Road Test Yes
Engine Performance
Transmission performance
Differential Performance
Wheel Bearing Performance
Braking Performance
Suspension Performance
Steering Performance
Engine Starting

Manufacturer

Driver FrontBFGoodrichBFGoodrichPassenger Front
Driver RearBFGoodrichBFGoodrichPassenger Rear

Size

Driver Front8/50/148/50/14Passenger Front
Driver Rear8/50/148/50/14Passenger Rear

Axle Count

Tire Condition

Driver FrontDry RotDry RotPassenger Front
Driver RearDry RotDry RotPassenger Rear

Wheel Condition

Driver FrontNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Front
Driver RearNo IssuesNo IssuesPassenger Rear

Tire Tread

Driver Front10/3210/32Passenger Front
Driver Rear10/3210/32Passenger Rear
Spare Tire
Spare tireYes

Tire Tread Explanation

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!

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