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2002 cavalkier unibody replacement

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Old February 22nd, 2014, 7:29 PM
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Default 2002 cavalkier unibody replacement

Just a general how expensive is it to replace the unibody? just got word from mechanic that there is extensive rust damage to the frame. The only amount i have seen so far is the crossmember at the rear of the car.
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In most cases this is called restoration and makes sense only if it is some unique or antique car.
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so basically time to cut my losses then? problem is i still owe 4k on the loan
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how did this car pass inspection for you to drive it in the first place. Why is it being inspected now?
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annual inspection due by end of april
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it hard to comment without seeing the problem or knowing the condition of the rest of the car.


A 2002 cav in badly rusted condition is a $500 car. Get some quotes for the repair and have them look at the rest of the car. If it needs a lot, shop around for another car.

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