I just picked up a 1957 Series 1 88" locally. Overall it is in great shape and I have not found any rust. It is originally from Nevada but it has not been registered since 1986. It appears to be complete for the most part. It has been sitting so long that the gasoline has turned into tar.
I spent all day yesterday cleaning it out. It was full of dirt and grime and just nasty. Some of the red paint is coming off and a cool dark green color is underneath. I think this dark green is the original color.
Also, it has a 1972 Ford 2.0L Pinto engine in it. I am a little bummed that it is not all original but so be it. I am not even sure if I want to get the Pinto engine running or not. I can turn it over and the oil looks good.
Any thoughts?