[Charlie Yannetti]

First step would be to check the chassis certification tag to see when it was inspected by NHRA and when it expires....... if it's close to expiration, you might want to ask if NHRA advised the owner of any necessary updates prior to re-certification....... if the updates haven't been done, then you would have to do them to get the car re-certified........ this could become an additional expense if the car needs a few updates at a chassis shop....

I would then see if the guy kept run records to try to determine how many runs are actually on the car..... if you're buying it turn key, see if there are receipts for engne and trans rebuilds..... if you're on a tight budget and you're pieces are tired, you could be in trouble.....

Of course there will be stuff that you will automatically replace when you get the car.... tires, brakes and stuff like that...... but if it's advertised as race ready...... IT SHOULD BE..... so check wear marks and pads........

I could go on forever here........ best thing is if you have someone that's been around chassis, bring him along.......