1982 Avanti II for sale

[ronmanfredi]

I bought this 1982 Avanti II for my wife 2 years ago and did a complete restoration to make it a solid car, we are the 3^rd owner.  We have now bought another Avanti and decided to sell this one. The car has spent its entire life in the south, so the main rust issues that many have is not a problem. The car has every option that was available at the time and here are the repairs/upgrades that have been done:

EXTERIOR: Added front spoiler, replaced fog lights, replaced all bulbs with LEDs.  TRUNK: Replaced all the carpet to match the interior, new spare tire and jack. INTERIOR: Replaced all the carpet, had some upholstery replaced and dyed to match interior.  Replace front door window track guides.  Replaced Sunroof weatherstripping. DASH/CONSOLE: Replaced all of the wood dash and console trim, installed all new gauges and installed new dash indicator lights with modern LED lights. New 2 spoke custom steering wheel. AUDIO: Replaced the radio with a modern style Kenwood, replaced all four speakers with JL Audio and installed an amplifier. AIR CONDITIONER: Replaced compressor, receiver dryer, and inside fan speed switch.  ENGINE: 305 GM V-8, Replaced spark plugs, plug wires, distributor cap and rotor. Replaced all hoses in engine compartment. Had radiator flushed, Installed electric fan with new high output alternator. Rebuilt carburetor, replaced intake manifold, replaced timing chain while replacing front seal and cover gasket, replaced water pump, replaced oil pan gasket and rear main seal.  TRANSMISSION: 4 speed 200R4, Performed a full transmission service. EXHAUST: Complete new true dual exhaust system. BRAKES: New brake hoses, new rear wheel cylinders, flushed brake fluid, the master cylinder and brake pads had just been replaced by previous owner. SUSPENSION: Rebuilt the front suspension, new rubber arm bushings, new kingpins, new center pivot bushings, new front shocks, rebuilt power steering control valve, 2 new hoses. Rebuilt the rear end, new ring and pinion, all new bearings, new rear shocks.  Installed new American Racing Aluminum Magnum 500 wheels and tires. This car is ready to be enjoyed by a new owner who doesn’t want to spend money and time repairing everything that these older cars need.  It has been a 2-year project with over $10,000 in parts replaced, not including my labor time. (Note, front and rear seats match in color, image are off a little.  Asking $25,995, cash or verified bank check only. 512-788-1136 cell.

Edited Thursday at 02:54 PM by ronmanfredi

[aardvark]

Are you sure Ya wanna sell off that beauty?

Gotta say, I hate to see a member sell off an old prized model.

I'm in a similar situation with the Newer version, ''02'  and a '63' R2. I still have issues with the '63' but when finished I doubt I could let it go.

Both the New and Old have their separate qualities. and though I like the '02' Model better, it tends to be a techie headache, the engine is too far back in the compartment for easy maintenance. But... the '63' , most everything is accessible.

Your pricing is spot on for a vehicle with the work done. Still will you recoup after considering all time spent?

[ronmanfredi]

2 hours ago, aardvark said:

Are you sure Ya wanna sell off that beauty?

Gotta say, I hate to see a member sell off an old prized model.

I'm in a similar situation with the Newer version, ''02'  and a '63' R2. I still have issues with the '63' but when finished I doubt I could let it go.

Both the New and Old have their separate qualities. and though I like the '02' Model better, it tends to be a techie headache, the engine is too far back in the compartment for easy maintenance. But... the '63' , most everything is accessible.

Your pricing is spot on for a vehicle with the work done. Still will you recoup after considering all time spent?

Not at all, but one rarely does when doing a custom vehicle for their spouse/family.  I usually do everything first class which is expensive but worth it in my eye.  The buyer will end up with a really nice car and won't be saddled with tons of repairs like most usually do.  It's time for me to realize that I need to slow down a bit too. (we will see about that :^D )

[aardvark]

I turned 70 last Summer. It hasn't effected my capabilities (Praise God), but it has played into the drive I have for "restoration projects". I just won't take them on any more.

I have 5 Collector Cars in various states of condition. The 2 Avanti's and the  928 Porsche are near excellent, Just keeping tabs on those 3 are enough for me to keep up with, from a Mechanical Stance. I send most big repairs out to others, since I just don't have the desire to tackle the projects. With that reality, it means that I have to buy cheap since the repairs are part of the Purchase Equation, to determine if I will lose financially in the end game... I can't lose $$'s or I can't afford to own the Cars. It's a Profit Game for me, with the understanding I still have a Love for all things Automotive.

As said, Your price point is spot on. I for the life of me, can't figure why the rarity in production numbers of a Avanti 2 doesn't play in to a higher value, considering my '63' R2, values in at around $40-45k....Sorry to hear, Yer selling off on Her, but best wishes on the sale.

'' Be careful of Scammers.''

[mfg]

Your Avanti ll has to be one of the nicest around!…..With spring around the corner it’s a good time of year to sell…Best of luck with the sale!

PS… Love that steering wheel!!