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Classic/Old Car Report Sample1957 Lancia Aurelia Convertible |
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PHOTOGRAPHS
1957 Lancia Aurelia Convertible
VIN:
B24S - 1238
Engine #:
MOT B24N 1390
Mileage:
1,437
Paint Color:
Grey / Black
Trim Color:
Red
EXTERIOR
Body Type
Number of Doors:
2
Number of Cylinders:
6
Condition of Paint
Alignment of Body Panels (gaps)
Upper Body Corrosion
LEGEND: F=Front R=Rear DS=Driver Side PS=Passenger Side
Upper Body Dents/Dings/Cracks
LEGEND: F=Front R=Rear DS=Driver Side PS=Passenger Side
Collision Damage
Is there any obvious collision damage?
Re-spray
Check under the hood and dash, in the trunk, around the doorjambs, bottom of doors and on the weather stripping.
Do you see any signs that the car was repainted? (i.e. over-spray, tape-lines, or unpainted surfaces)
Body Filler (a.k.a. Bondo)
Did you notice any ripples in the body finish?
Did you detect any Bondo in the upper body?
Did you detect any Bondo in the lower body, like Floors, Rockers or lower valences etc.?
*Ask the owner if the car while in their possession or, to his/her knowledge:
Has it ever been in an accident?
Was it totalled/written off?
Signature on file?
Exterior Chrome / Stainless
Is this section applicable to this automobile?
On a scale of 1 to 5 with 1 being 'Excellent' and 5 being 'Poor', rate the overall condition of the chrome:
Some re-plating required?
Some replacing required?
Some polishing required?
Are there any dents?
Is there any pitting/rust?
Is there any cloudiness or tarnishing?
Is it all there?
Glass and Rubber Gaskets
What is the overall condition of the rubber gaskets / weather-stripping?
Are any parts ...
What overall condition is the glass in?
Is the glass ...
If so, state where:Some very small chips/scratches on windshield.
Soft-Top (If the car is a convertible)
What condition is the soft-top in?
Is it the original top?
If a replacement, is it ...
Does it seem to seal well around the windows when in the up position?
Is the top taut when in the up position?
Are there any rips or tears?
Is the stitching coming apart anywhere?
Is the rear window ...
What is the condition of the top frame?
Is the top ...
Does it operate smoothly?
TRUNK / BED
From inside the trunk, look up under the rear parcel shelf where the trunk lid hinges are.
Do you see any rust?
Is the paint of a different color than the body?
Is there a jack?
Is it the correct one for the car?
Is there a lug wrench?
Is the the correct one for the car?
Is there a jack bag?
Is there a Tool Roll/Kit?
If yes, do all the tools appear to be present?
Is there a spare wheel?
Does the rim match the other wheels on the car?
Grade the condition of the carpet in the luggage area:
LOCKS
How many keys (per set) are there?
Does one key operate both front door locks?
Do the keys fit and operate the locks as they are meant to?
ENGINE BAY (with engine off)
Did the hood / engine cover open easily?
Is the underside of the hood / engine cover:
Is the firewall and inner fenders the same color as the car?
If not, what color is it?Black
Is the engine and bay:
Do any numbers stamped on the engine match those on the VIN or ID plate?
Are any wires or electrical cables loose, cracked, brittle or frayed?
Is there oil visible anywhere on the engine?
If yes, is there alot?
Is there any oil visible on the floor beneath the car?
If yes, is there alot?
Is there transmission fluid on the floor beneath the car?
If yes, is there alot?
Is there any coolant on the floor beneath the car?
If yes, is there alot?
Is the amount of oil in the engine at the manufacturers recommended level? (check dipstick)
Does the oil look:
Do you see any evidence of cross-contamination of fluids (coolant in the oil)?
If the transmission is automatic, does the fluid look:
Does either the engine oil or transmission fluid smell burnt?
Look inside the brake fluid reservoir. Is the level correct?
Is the fluid clear?
ENGINE (with engine running - from inside the car)
Did the car start easily?
Were there any 'clanks' when the car first started up?
Does the car have an Oil Pressure Gauge?
If Yes, what does the oil pressure gauge read?
or enter lbs:20
(From beneath the hood)
Does the car idle:
(While the engine is still cold)
Is there a cap on the radiator?
If yes, remove the radiator cap. Is there coolant visible?
If yes, do you see any air bubbles surfacing in the water?
Do you see any oil in the water?
Remove the valve cover cap
Do you feel any 'blow-by'?
Does any smoke blow out?
Rev the engine a few times
Do you notice any smoke coming out of the tail pipe?
If yes, what color is it?
*Slowly bring the car up to operating temperature. Once you've reached this point, gradually depress the accelerator, as the car comes up through the rev. range listen very carefully to the engine.
Do you note any 'Growls', 'Rattles' or 'Knocks'?
TRANSMISSION
Automatic Gearbox
From a standstill with engine running, apply the parking brake firmly, put the car in 'Reverse' and then in 'Drive'
Do you notice any 'clunks' from the drivetrain?
Now gently depress the accelerator while in Drive. Note any delay between your pressure on the accelerator pedal and the cars movement. This would indicate slipping clutches, worn bands etc.
Do you feel any slippage?
Does the car immediately try to move?
With the parking brake release, begin the road test, but 'manually' shift through the gears and note the smoothness or the 'change'.
Do the gears engage and disengage smoothly?
With the parking brake release, begin the road test, but 'manually' shift through the gears and note the smoothness or the 'change'.
Do you notice any 'clunks' or 'harsh-shifting' from the drivetrain?
Manual Gearbox
With the car at a standstill, but with the engine running, apply the handbrake, depress the clutch, and engage second gear; now try to drive off.
Does the brake hold the car from moving?
Do you notice any slipping of the clutch?
Now depress the clutch and select each gear in turn.
Does the clutch seem to operate correctly?
Do the gears engage easily and smoothly?
Do any of the gears/syncros seem noisy?
Does the throw-out bearing seem noisy?
If 4x4
Do both boxes engage Low Range?
Do both boxes engage High Range?
Note any unusual noises?
TEST DRIVE (Required)
Once on the road, check the foot brakes.
Do you feel the brakes pull the car to one side?
Do the gears still engage and disengage smoothly?
Does the car have Overdrive / Turbo / Supercharger?
If the car has Overdrive / Turbo / Supercharger, does it operate correctly?
How is the oil pressure now?
or enter lbs:40
Does the car run ...
Did you notice a misfire?
With hands momentarily off the steering wheel, does the car keep going in a straight line?
Were there any other 'odd' noises you heard while driving?
Were you able to test drive the car?
Did you drive it on the road?
Did you drive it in a Parking lot/Driveway?
Approximately how far did you drive it?
4 miles
Who drove?
Note: If we did not actually drive the car several potential sensory issues like vague steering, shifting, clutch or brake pedal "Feel" will NOT be reported. Therefore DO NOT ASSUME THAT THERE ARE NO ISSUES in this area.
ELECTRICS
Do the turn signals work?
If the car has covered or pop-up headlights, did they work as intended?
Do the parking/side lights work?
Do the headlights (hi-beams) work?
Do the headlights (lo-beams) work?
Do the instrument lights work?
Do the interior lights work?
Do the brake lights work?
Do the rear lights work?
Do the back up/reversing lights work?
Do the license plate lights work?
Do the windshield wipers work correctly?
Does the horn work?
Does the car have electric windows?
If the car has electric windows, do they all work correctly?
Does the car have an electric sunroof?
If the car has an electric sunroof, does it work correctly?
Do all the switches and gauges appear to work?
Do all the instruments look to be the original items?
Do any switches or instruments appear to be missing?
Do all 'power options' appear to be working?
Does the car have Air Conditioning?
If the car has A/C, does it blow cold?
Does the car have Heater?
If the car has a heater, does it blow hot?
INTERIOR
What are the seats covered with?
Does it appear to be original as installed by the factory?
Has the original material been ...
What condition is it in?
Are there any ...
Do both front seats operate easily, front/back, recline etc.?
(If there is REAL wood trim):
Is it all there?
What condition is the wood in?
Do any pieces appear to need ...
Is the veneer damaged?
Or is just the clear-coat damaged?
The interior chrome fittings look ...
Is there any ...
Do any fittings appear to need plating or replacing?
Do any fittings appear to be missing?
What condition is the headliner in?
Are there any rips or tears?
Is it dirty/stained?
Is it sagging or poorly fitted?
If there is a sunroof or T-Tops, do they open/close properly?
Do you see any sign of leaks?
What condition are the carpets in?
Are the carpets ...
Do they need cleaning?
or do they need replacing?
*(Lift the carpets)
Is there any rust in the floor pans?
Were the carpets held down?
Is a Radio fitted in the car?
Is it original?
Does the radio work?
Do all of the speakers work?
Is there a power antenna?
Does it work?
What condition are the interior door panels in?
Are the interior door panels ...
What is the dash condition?
Do the doors open easily from inside the car?
Do all the windows operate easily?
Do the door locks work and operate smoothly from inside the car?
Do the doors drop when you open them?
Do they align correctly from the outside in order to close?
WHEELS
What wheels are fitted to the car?
Are they original?
What overall condition are they in?
Is there any Curb Rash?
If Chrome, what condition are they in?
If Painted, the finish is?
If Wires, are there any spokes missing or damaged?
Are the knock-offs damaged?
If Hubcaps/Wheel Trims are fitted, what condition are they in?
TIRES
What make and size of tires are fitted to the car?
Michelin 165R 400 87S
Are all four tires the same size and make?
Does the spare match?
How worn are they?
If unevenly worn, was the wear on the ...
Look carefully at the wheel wells, especially in front and back of the tire and the outer lip
Do you see any signs of ...
SUSPENSION
Check for sagging springs by looking at the profile of the car from a distance. It should sit level, front to rear and side to side.
Does the car sit level?
If no, does it seem lower ...
Press your weight on each corner of the car in turn, bounce the car three times and let go
Does the car continue to bounce?
or is the suspension too stiff to test?
UNDERNEATH
What did you use to inspect the underside?
Is there rubberized under-coating beneath the car?
Do you see any signs of rust, a bent frame or patches that have been welded in?
Check the oil and Transmission pans, the rear end, steering rack and front cross-member etc
Do you see any fluid leaks?
Check the underneath whenever possible. Stab around with an awl or screwdriver, especially the frame, dog legs, jack points and structural sections (where body, axles, springs attach to the frame) if anything looks rusted, patched or suspicious, write it down.
The car has a very shiny finish underneath, and in wheel wells, that looks like undercoating (not rubberized) but it has a hard shell-type finish. Seller states that is the way it came from the factory and is considered factory undercoating.
Note: If no lift was available at the time of the inspection any comments made are based on observations from a prone position. As it is impossible to inspect the underside of a vehicle thoroughly without a lift, DO NOT ASSUME THAT THERE ARE NO ISSUES in this area.
BODY TAG DATA
Body
Style
Trim
Paint/Color
Acc/Other
PAPERWORK
Check the VIN on the title against the VIN on the car for accuracy and proof of ownership.
Is the title ...
If a title was not available, did you see a ...
Does the VIN on the vehicle match the title or registration certificate?
Are there any receipts, service records etc. to look at?
Enter any comments here:
Seller states that there are no records or paperwork; prior owner in Japan and he probably has the items, when current owner bought it he didn't know to request any paperwork for the vehicle. No FIVA Card. No further documentation except New York State ownership Transferable Registration.
NOTES
The following are #'s and locations were they were found: #18056 stamped into lip in inner trunk near spare tire well. Upper Firewall # B24S-1238. Lower Firewall # 00239 S. R/S of Transaxle # B20-19009. L/S of Transaxle # B20-190010. TAG ON R/S of Transaxle states: Lancia Torino and has the #'s B20A and then # 95 below it. Above Front Oil Pan has # B4 1390 stamped. R/S of Engine just below exhaust #2232.
Two(2)unplugged wires underneath front near right side bumper mount? Small scratch and a few small chips on right side lower part of rocker panel. There is a rub mark on the inside of the driver's door. All hubcaps are slightly damaged and have some pitting, cracking, some 'curb rash' type damage and tarnishing. The interior sill plates have some small nicks and scratches. The piping on the outer part of both front seats has very small wear. The inside door handles and window cranks have some pitting. The headlight bezels have some minor pits and the left side has one peel spot. The tail-pipe chrome ends are worn. The windshield has a few small scratches and tiny chips. The car has ovbiously been re-painted; no workmanship flaws to note. The clock is not working. The 'Carpets' section refers to the rubber covers. There is a fire extenguisher on passenger floor. The driver's wiper looks too low(?); somewhat off windshield (see photos).