Common Rust
Rear Boot Floor Corrosion
Symptoms
The rear boot (behind the engine bay) floor rusts through from standing water.
Cause
Water enters the rear boot through deteriorated seals around the engine cover and targa top. The boot floor has no drain holes, so water pools and sits against the steel. In Australian conditions, even occasional rain exposure will cause rust if the seals are not maintained.
Fix
Cut out corroded sections and weld in repair panels.
Ensure the engine cover seal and targa seals are in good condition to prevent recurrence.
Cost: $1,000-$3,000.
Cost mentioned in fix
Cost: $1,000-$3,000
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