Originally posted by Steve C
I'm currently looking for a Panda. I want to get the best one I can and when I do get it I'll be looking for a MOT failure to break for parts for the good one.
Best bet for simplicity, and probably less rust, is '90 to 92' age range:
There were some improvements to the bodywork rustproofing post '90 (allegedly), although they didn't do anything to the doors
From '93 on UK specification includes engine management, catalyser and all that (expensive) nonsense.
The idea of getting a failure to break is OK, but the same bits commonly fail on old (neglected) Pandas - door rust is the order of the day, for example.
However, you could still win with sale of parts - if you're lucky enough to find somebody that needs the spares you have.
Hang onto bumpers (and brackets), bonnet, and light clusters as they are commonly needed after a minor shunt.
Also
all the electrical bits.
Good luck with the search.
John H