65 Riviera Gran Sport with Warranty Replacement Engine
Gentlemen,
I am new to this forum and am in the process of researching a 1965 Riviera Gran Sport for purchase. The car has a 425 with dual quads. I already know that the serial number on the block does not match the last eight digits of the VIN. The seller is checking whether the engine might have been replaced under warranty. If this turns out to be the case, can anyone comment on what this (i.e., warranty engine replacement) would do to the value of the car? It is otherwise a very clean and straight car with just some surface rust and a good interior. The trim tag seems to reflect the options on the car accurately, so it seems the rest of the car is worthwhile for restoration.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Baseballdad
Re: 65 Gran Sport with Warranty Replacement Engine
To all: Many thanks for the quick (and excellent) replies to my question. They provide me with several things to check and perhaps some leverage if I decide to negotiate a sale!