WIW? 65 Valiant convert CL

Howdy folks. I am possibly interested in this 65 Valiant on the local CL. He just lowered the asking price from $8,800 to $5,900. I still think it's a little high since it needs a top, but would like some other opinions on value.

I have asked for more pictures, would like to see the engine compartment.

What's a top going to cost me, assuming having a shop do it all?

Thanks in advance for your input.

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/4195726455.html