If this is the wagon in Bellflower the car is in decent shape it will definitely need a new engine wiring harness. I thought it was a bit much for 12 bills for a non running car, you might get lucky and it will fire right up without any problems. Kjet always has other issues once it runs but sounds like you know this life ;-) Good luck with the buy I think it will look nice once the restoration is complete.

If it's mild rust and no holes I think I would grab it. I always loved the turbos.

For me it all comes down to the condition of the body (RUST). If you are in a state with harsh winters and road salt, it may be to late. That rust along the bottom of the rear windows has a wicking affect that sucks water between the seal and body, it runs behind the panels and ends up on the floorboards, front and rear. The floorboards need to be checked closely for rust.

Check the carpets for moisture or mildew smell. The rocker panels and spare tire wells are also a major problem area. The pre 88 years do not fair well against trapped water and salt.

If you're not willing to remove the glass, clean and treat the rust with a good rust inhibitor, the paint job won't last. All of the other mechanical stuff is just a matter of chasing down the proper parts and bolting them together. As you said, you have plenty of help here on this board.

It's all about the "BODY"
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Bruce S. near D.C.