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Street Rod Report Sample1934 Ford Street Rod |
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PHOTOGRAPHS
1934 Ford Street Rod
VIN:
18625122
Engine #:
Mileage:
6,726
Paint Color:
Red
Trim Color:
Tan
ENTRY SYSTEM
Are there door handles?
Do the door locks work with the keys?
Do the doors open electronically with solenoids?
If so, do all actuators release correctly?
Is there central locking?
If yes, does it operate correctly?
EXTERIOR
Body Builder:
Downs
Body Construction
Body Type
Number of Doors:
2
Engine Make:
Chevrolet
Displacement:
350ci
Number of Cylinders:
8
Condition of Paint
Alignment of Body Panels (gaps)
Where?The left side of the hood is slightly off.
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, in the trunk, around the doorjambs, along the bottom of the doors and especially 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 cracks or Bondo in the lower body, like Floors, Rockers, Lower Valences, Fender Lips, 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/Bright Work
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 ...
Soft-Top (If the car is a convertible)
What condition is the soft-top in?
Does it seem to seal well around the doors when in the up position?
Are there any rips or tears?
Is the stitching coming apart anywhere?
Is the top taut when in the up position?
Is the rear window ...
Top frame mechanism condition:
Does it operate smoothly?
Is the top ...
If there are side-curtains, rate their overall condition:
TRUNK / BED
Is this section applicable?
If there is carpet/mat in the trunk, what condition is it in?
Are you able to lift the carpet?
Is there any rust in the floor?
Does the carpet feel wet?
Do you see a jack?
Do you see a lug wrench?
Do you see a spare tire?
ENGINE BAY (with engine off)
Does the hood / engine cover open easily?
Is it a one-piece tilt-front end?
If so, is it:
Does it fit well?
Are there visible stress cracks or rub marks around the hood hinges or blower opening?
The underside of the hood / engine cover is:
Does the paint in the engine bay match that of the car?
Is the engine and bay:
Is the motor ...
What condition is it in?
Are there any wires or electrical cables loose, cracked, spliced, brittle or frayed?
Is there any 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:
If the transmission is automatic, check the dipstick. Does the oil 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 vehicle start easily?
Were there any 'clanks' when the vehicle first started up?
Is there an Oil Pressure Gauge?
If Yes, what does the oil pressure gauge read?
or enter lbs:40
(From beneath the hood / engine cover)
Does the vehicle idle:
(While the engine is still cold) 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 and check for '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 and supercharger or turbocharger.
Do you note any 'Growls', 'Rattles' or 'Knocks' or unusual noises?
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 from Low to Drive and note the smoothness or the 'change'.
Do the gears engage and disengage smoothly?
Do you notice any 'clunks' or 'harsh-shifing' from the drivetrain?
Manual Gearbox
When the car was at a standstill, but with the engine running, if you applied the parking brake, depressed the clutch and engaged second gear; then tried to drive off.
Does the brake hold the car from moving?
Do you notice any slipping of the clutch?
When depressing the clutch and selecting 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?
TEST DRIVE (Required)
Once on the road, check the foot brakes.
Do you feel the brakes pull the vehicle to one side?
Do the gears still engage and disengage smoothly under load?
How is the oil pressure now?
or enter lbs:40 +
Does the vehicle run ...
Did you notice a misfire?
With hands momentarily off the steering wheel, does the car keep going in a straight line?
At slow speed, go through several figure eights left and right. Are any noises or problems noted?
Were there any other 'odd' noises you heard while driving?
Were you able to test drive the vehicle?
Did you drive it on the road?
Did you drive it in a Parking lot/Driveway?
Approximately how far did you drive it?
3 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?
Do the parking/side lights work?
Do the headlights (hi-beam) work?
Do the headlights (lo-beam) work?
Do the brake lights work?
Do the rear/tail lights work?
Do the instrument lights work?
Do the interior lights work?
Does the horn work?
Do the windshield wipers work correctly?
Does the vehicle have electric windows?
If the vehicle has electric windows, do they all work correctly?
Does the vehicle have an electric conv. top or sunroof?
If yes, does it operate correctly?
Are the instruments ...
Are they all made by the same manufacturer?
Do all the switches and instruments appear to work?
Do any switches or instruments appear to be missing?
Does the vehicle have Air Conditioning?
If the vehicle has A/C, does it blow cold?
Does the vehicle have Heater?
If the vehicle has a heater, does it blow hot?
Does vehicle have cruise control?
Does it work correctly?
INTERIOR
What are the seats covered with?
What condition is it in?
Are there any rips, tears or broken stitching?
Do both front seats operate easily, front/back, recline etc.?
Are the seats electric?
Are the interior fittings ...
What general condition are they in?
Is there any ...
Do any fittings appear to need plating or replacing?
Do any fittings appear to need polishing?
Do any fittings appear to be damaged/missing?
What condition is the headliner in?
Are there any rips or tears?
Is it dirty/stained?
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?
Do they need cleaning?
or do they need replacing?
Is a Radio fitted in the vehicle?
Does the radio work?
Do all of the speakers work?
Is there a CD player?
Is there a CD changer?
Is there a tape player?
Is there a power antenna?
Does it work?
What condition are the interior door panels in?
Are the interior door panels ...
Is the dash condition ...
Do the doors operate easily from inside the vehicle (Open/Close/Lock)?
Do all the windows operate easily?
Are they electrically operated?
Do the doors drop when you open them?
Do they align correctly in order to close?
WHEELS
What wheels are fitted to the car?
Who is the manufacturer of the rims?
Bilet Specialities
What overall condition are they in?
If Chrome or a polished finish, what condition is it in?
If Painted, is the finish?
If Wires, are there any spokes missing or damaged?
Are the knock-offs damaged?
TIRES
What make and size of tires are fitted to the vehicle?
Goodyear // Front: 205 / 60 15 | Rear: 235 / 65 17
Are all four tires the same size and make?
Does the spare wheel match?
How worn are they?
If unevenly worn, was the wear on the ...
Check each tire
Are there any signs that the tires have made contact with the bodywork?
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 vehicle sit level?
If no, does it seem lower ...
Do any of the suspension elements appear to be damaged, leaking or poorly attached?
Press your weight on each corner of the car in turn, bounce the car six times and let go
Does the car continue to bounce?
or is the suspension too stiff to test?
Or, if air does it "raise/lower" correctly?
UNDERNEATH
What did you use to inspect the underside?
Is the chassis ...
Do you see any signs of ...
Do you see examples of poor welding on the frame tubes / rails?
Do you see any signs of 'bottoming-out'?
Is there rubberized under-coating beneath the vehicle?
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 carefully! If it's an older vehicle, poke 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.
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.
PAPERWORK
Ask to see the title. Check for authenticity and proof of ownership.
Is the title ...
If not available, did you see a ...
Does the VIN on the vehicle match the title or registration certificate?
Were any build documents, parts receipts or service records etc. made available for you to look at?
Enter any comments here:
The Seller did not have the Title with him.
NOTES
some of the paint chips have already been touched up. There are no weatherstrips on the doors, etc. The power locks are controlled by remote. The trunk lid opens electrically. The master cylinder is screw sealed, did not have the tool; fluid level and condition not verified. The car tracked straight but the steering wheel is off center. The instruments are by Classic Instruments. There is some very light aging on the interior brite-work. The carpets are fine but the floor mat needs cleaning. The tires are staggered fitment but the same brand. Car has threaded coil-over suspension.