- Does the finish reflect a high gloss or is it dull? Is the finish smooth or does it have an orange-peel texture?
- Can you spot any runs, cracking or drips in the paint that would indicate an unprofessional finish?
- When possible you should ascertain if the car is painted in its original color?
- Look for indications that the car has been repainted by checking doorjambs, inside the hood and trunk. If it has, how well does the re-paint color match the original?
Trim
- Inspect all chrome plated trim pieces. Is the chrome bright and shiny or is the base metal starting to show through.
- Are the headlight and taillight housings or any other plated die cast parts badly pitted?
- Pitting on die cast parts is not easily repaired.
- Inspect the grill for damage and broken parts.
- Check for missing or dented stainless steel trim on body side moldings.
Glass
- Check for factory markings on the glass which would indicate originality.
- Inspect the weather seal around the glass for cracking that would allow water to leak in around the seal.
- If it has cracks, then look for signs of water leakage on the dash or around the inside of the rear window.
- Inspect the glass itself for chips, cracks or discoloration.
