I've looked at many darts in my day as I'm sure lots of others have. Some over priced, some fairly and even a few low. That said I recently looked over a 70 swinger that a kid had for sale. Asking $34 k. Canadian funds, so around 28k US. First off he states no fender tag or build sheet. I go look. He's not educated on these cars, knows nothing. Dude he bought it from told him it's all original. After my inspection, I concude it's numbers matching (engine and trans). Has the kelsey hayes frt. disc brakes, (standard on 70 340 swingers), sway bar, coin on k-frame, 8 3/4 rear end. He doesn't know the gear ratio in the rear or if it's a sure grip ? Paint on body was fairly fresh. Looked really nice. Couldn't read the body numbers because of this plus trunk seal was new. Anyway I told him everything I discovered. He was desperate to sell. Probably could have shut up and got the car for mid teen $$$. Instead of berating or taking advantage I chose to pass, not make an offer . Wished him luck and assured him it was what it appeared to be. He thanked me and that was that. Would I have told him the opposite if that was the case ? Yes but not in a way that it I was accusing the seller of fraud. Just make my statement, say its not for me and walk away.
Surprised no one has pointed out the engine color is wrong ? Another tell tail sign ??
Just a little sarcasm. Lol.
Just my thoughts after reading all that posted.