1974-1981 / Coupe / Sedan / Estate / Sweden
Rust along bottom edges, door hinges sag.
Water sits in the door bottoms, drain holes block.
Clear drain holes.
Treat surface rust.
Replace door skins or entire doors if necessary.
Hinges can be shimmed or replaced.
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Submit an updateRust perforations along the lower body, structural weakness, MOT failure.
Rust around the rear wheelarches, bubbling paint, holes in the boot floor around the spare wheel.
Rust around the strut tops, inner wing perforations, firewall rust near heater box.
You'll notice the temp gauge creeping up, puddles of coolant under the car, or the heater not working properly. The engine may consume coolant without obvious external leaks.
The V6 is reluctant to start when cold, runs rough for a few minutes, or won't start at all. Once warm it's usually better.
Oil spots on the driveway, oily residue on the underside of the engine, falling oil level.