The '73 is home - finally!

crv

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Was delivered this morning, after quite a long wait.
Besides the dents (of which I was aware), there is only one rust hole in the front fender, very solid car. Put a battery in it to test the electrics and most things work, windows, vents, lights, radio, clock, seats, door locks, horn, all work. Antenna makes a sound but not moving, it was in the up position when moved to the shipping yard, one front bumperette was broken off in transport, so I'll be looking for a replacement.
Interior is super nice, only a couple of small items missing, seats are very comfy, carpets and headliner in really good condition. Found broadcast sheet behind rear seat and came with a handful of receipts, delivery docket when purchased, among other items.
Lots of work ahead, but glad it's here.
Help with deciphering the codes would be really appreciated, thanks.

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Congratulations on a car that seems to very dry and solid! I remember it posted on Craigslist and was tempted to call about it, glad to see it go to a good home. Best of luck!
 
Congratulations on a car that seems to very dry and solid! I remember it posted on Craigslist and was tempted to call about it, glad to see it go to a good home. Best of luck!
I was surprised nobody had bought it after it being on craigslist for a few months.
 
Was delivered this morning, after quite a long wait.

Help with deciphering the codes would be really appreciated, thanks.
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Here’s info from the fender tag codes. Also since you have the buildsheet that will have even more codes / info.

Fender codes (Note: made a few edits to correct typos)

R32 -dual rear seat speakers
V5B - body side protective mouldings - Blue insert
G11 - tinted glass: all windows
M45 - wheel opening skirts
P33 - power vent windows
P41 - power door locks
S61 - tilt / tele steering wheel
V1W - vinyl roof white
H53 - A/C
R48 - power antenna
L31 - turnsignals - hood / fender mounted
L35 - cornering lamps
EW1 - paint: Eggshell white
RLB8 - interior
• R - medium trim level
• L - leather 50:50 bench seat
• B8 - dark blue
HB8 - upper door paint dark blue
228 - build date Feb 28, 1973
E85 - 440 4-barrel engine
D34 - auto trans
 
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Here’s info from the fender tag codes. Also since you have the buildsheet that will have even more codes / info.

Fender codes

R32 -door rear seat speakers
V5B - body side protective morning
G11 - tinted glass: all windows
M45 - wheel opening skirt
P33 - power vent windows
P41 - power door locks
S61 - tilt / tele steering wheel
V1W - vinyl roof white
H53 - A/C
R48 - power antenna
L31 - turnsignals - hood / fender mounted
L35 - cornering lamps
EW1 - paint: Eggshell white
RLB8 - interior
• R - medium trim level
• L - leather 50:50 bench seat
• B8 - dark blue
HB8 - upper door paint dark blue
228 - build date Feb 28,1973
E85 - 440 4-barrel engine
D34 - auto trans
Awesome!, thank you for that.
 
Haven't had much spare time on my hands lately, so this morning I thought stuff it, I'm going in the shed!
A quick cut back and polish on the bonnet and she's come up nice. :)

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@crv -- any more updates on YM43T3C237087 ?
 
@crv -- any more updates on YM43T3C237087 ?
A work in progress, a lot has happened since (house move, covid, house build...) which has made said progress painfully slow. Was just sitting in it a few minutes ago, can't wait.
 
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