Buying a '75 1.8, Approximate Value? Options

[BMartin914]

I recently came across a 75 1.8 for sale. The only problem is that the car is several hundred miles away.
I have correspoded with the owner and plan to see the car in a few weeks.

The owner describes the car as being in "very good condition." The car supposedly has very little/no
structural rust, battery tray rust, long. rust, etc. The car does have one very visible spot of rust
on the pass side rear qtr panel. Rust through caused by a loose piece of sealing foam. The car also has
the typical 1st gear synchro problems -- tough to get into 1st when stopped, shifts fine when shifted
slowly.

I am trying to feel out the value of this car. I am thinking $2500-2800. What would others offer for a car in
similar condition?

I have a couple of pics that i will post to give folks some idea of the car.

[BMartin914]

Thanks for the info. I have discussed all of those areas with the seller and he says that there is no serious rust. I won't believe that until I get some more pictures or feedback from someone who has SEEN the car and has no stake in its sale.

I have no idea how well taken care of the car was before it was purchased by the CO. For some reason I doubt that a kid (the driver) would have had the forethought to remove the rockers and clean them out. I also doubt that the PO would have done this, judging from the rear qtr rust.

The owner seems to have had experience with rusted out floor pans in a late 60s Porsche. So he has some perspective.

Thanks Brant, let me know what you need and I will help you out as much as I can!