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Old May 27th, 2017, 1:51 PM
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Hi everyone,

I'm a new member here. I live in Malta, a small island in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea (Europe). I'm interested in buying a '59 Chevrolet Impala. I'm looking for an excellent car. I'm interested in this car which is at RK Motors: 1959 Chevrolet Impala For Sale | Collector and Classic Cars For Sale | RK Motors Charlotte

I appreciate your opinion about this car and appreciate your advice.
















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You only live once. if you've got the money, go for it.
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Originally Posted by kevinkpk
You only live once. if you've got the money, go for it.
Thanks. You are right. I need some opinions about the car and what is important to check when buying a '59 Impala. My dad already owns a '58 Impala.
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The car looks great. Since you live in Malta and the car is in Charlotte it is well worth the money to pay an appraiser or mechanic to check the car out before you buy. Also take into consideration the shipping charges to get the car to you.
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Originally Posted by oldchevy
The car looks great. Since you live in Malta and the car is in Charlotte it is well worth the money to pay an appraiser or mechanic to check the car out before you buy. Also take into consideration the shipping charges to get the car to you.
The seller is sending all the pictures I'm asking for. He will also be sending a video. As you said I was considering someone to inspect the car.
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If you don't want the impala, go for the yellow olds 442 in the image you sent ")
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Originally Posted by kevinkpk
If you don't want the impala, go for the yellow olds 442 in the image you sent ")
That's beautiful but my dad don't like convertibles . 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 For Sale | Collector and Classic Cars For Sale | RK Motors Charlotte
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Welcome to the forum, this is a beautiful car, love the dual tone interior! Of course we'll tell you to get it.

Let us know what was your final decision.
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Originally Posted by carid
Welcome to the forum, this is a beautiful car, love the dual tone interior! Of course we'll tell you to get it.

Let us know what was your final decision.
We got the car....can't wait till it arrives. Thanks to all !!!
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Hi everyone. The Impala is now in Malta. It's a really nice car in and out. The problem is the doors are hard to close due to new weatherstrips which has been on the car for more than a year now. I know that this is a common problem with new rubber but since the problem is still there after several months I thought the rubber might not be of a good quality. Does anyone had this problem and could give any advice please?



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