HELP identifying a kart!

[Jcoupe96]

Hey guys, I've been looking for a decent vintage kart to restore and I found this for a very good price. It LOOKS to be vintage but the springs on the front end kinda throw me off..anyone know what it is? Thanks for any help!


Thanks Again!
-Justin

 

[itsid]

I'd say it's a Manco American Express

so not vintage...
but just see the linked thread there's ton of detail pictures to compare your kart to.

'sid

 

[Jcoupe96]

Looking like an old Dingo to me?

 

[Jcoupe96]

No wait...I believe you're right lol.
Any idea how old these are? The guy is asking $150 but I'm gonna try to talk him down of course.

 

[itsid]

please do not double post.. use the edit button on the lower right corner of your post instead.

150 is okay'ish,
but regarding the wheels are all wrong I'd say try him with 90,
and pay maybe 120 in the end.

'sid

 

[Jcoupe96]

Yea, I see the wheels are definitely wrong, seems to be missing the pedals and possibly linkages too (unless they're stashed away in a box) and can't get a clear view on the rear end to see if anything is missing back there as well.
The frame is obviously peeling paint but that's not a problem for me, just not sure on how it's doing on rust and the welds.
That's the only photo he has so I may shoot the guy a text tomorrow and see if he can maybe tell me more about it and maybe send some more detailed photos as well. Thanks a lot for all your help Sid!

And sorry about the double post

-Justin

 

[Fast Eddie]

Nice score for $150. Make sure to look for crash damage on the front axle. There's a couple on craigslist right now for around five bills.