Looking for input on 2 cars I found

[Stuart]

The first is a 1600: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CLASSIC-BMW-CALIFORNIA-CAR-ROUND-TAIL-LIGHTS-CA-SMOGG-EXEMPT-SERVICE-RECORDS-/321100483625?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item4ac3148c29

Looks like a color change.

The second is a 68 2002: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1968-BMW-2002-Roundie-Coupe-21k-Original-Miles-Very-Original-Books-Stock-Rare-/300884205119?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item460e189e3f

Looks like there was no rust work done when it was painted and isn't the 2002 logo on the back on the wrong side.

Any input would be great as I am exploring a number 02 purchase options at the moment.

Thank you.

[ray_]

Both overpriced IMO. I'd be leery of the rust around the windshields on the red car. The other car, as you saw, paint right over the rust.

I'd pass on both for the prices shown.

GL,

[Guest Anonymous]

I agree, quickie respray over rusty shell on the beige car. You won't be happy for long...

[Stuart]

Yes I saw the rust on the 02. Its a shame that some one would do this for a quick buck. If I'm not mistaken, the 1600 started life as a Sahara car. The hunt continues.

[GoCats]

I like the 1600. Can't tell you whether it's overpriced or not, but that's a nice little car.

[Guest Anonymous]

The only other thing I'd add is this: If you're not able to see the car in person make sure you have somebody you trust check it out for you. I have yet to see a car in person that looked better than the on line pictures. Never trust pictures on line. Never.

[Stuart]

Yes I agree that having the car checked out by someone you trust is very important. I am hoping I don't fall in "online like" with a car that's across the country.

[Guest Anonymous]

It's really easy to succumb the "red mist", as the auction guys like to say, and feel you need to grab something before somebody else gets it. Remember, there will always be another. And, if you do in fact miss out on a good deal, repeat after me: It just wasn't meant to be. I learned that from a wise Japanese fisherman long ago.

I've always found that the $500 you might have to spend to fly to see something is money well spent. If you find the car is a lemon, then you just saved yourself a bundle of heartache and you can feel good during the long flight back that you didn't make a huge mistake by buying sight unseen. Good luck!