thing about CL is that the most sellers are still asking pre 2008 economic collapse prices.

Not sure how I missed this. Not familiar with the Swedish Rangers, similar in mission to us US guys? You guys did it back when it was still hard

Update: After talking to a few friends into classic cars, I've decided this bird isn't worth more than 10K. I'd have to get new bushings, springs, a working horn and seat belts before I could even pass a state inspection and it'd need new floor pans by the end of the year. I'm also not buying that there wasn't any body rust with that much rust underneath. Not sure what he painted over. By the time I added PS and converted to disc brakes, I'd be getting up there and still wouldn't have touched the interior.

I'm going to offer him 10K but he's claimed he's already had higher offers. So it seems my search for a 68 with a 400 continues. I appreciate all the help and will keep you guys updated.

Others will come along. Check this for sale thread regularly.

It's better to pass on an iffy car and wait for one that really fits what you are looking for.