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GS450 Tank

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I'm looking at a GS450 complete rebuild project. The frame and most metal are in good shape with the notable exception of the fuel tank and seat pan.

I haven't seen many posted and is hate to have to spend 5X the price of the bike for those 2 parts. It seems that the fuel tank is popular because of the size and knee dents.

Anyway. How obtainable are these pieces?
 
recently, I ought a 1983 GS450GA that needed a tank and seat. I found a good tank (scratches & ext rust, clean inside, no dents) on E-Bay for $100. Also a very nice used seat for $50. Keep looking, be patient. they show up
 
OK. Thanks. FWIW this is a 1980 and I've not bought her (yet). Brakes are seized but the motor is still sealed and there's only 9k on the clock. Forks look great.

I guess I'll try to bring the price down a bit a pull the trigger if the oil isn't full of water/rust once I peek into the case.
 
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I didn't pay much for mine. No key, no title, didn't run. New key $35, new title $45, new battery $100, tank & seat $150, repaired stator wires $0. Waiting for new tires. Came with good looking set but they are 12 years old. Last time it was tagged. Runs great (used an Ultrasonic for the carbs)
 
smilinbrad said:
I didn't pay much for mine. No key, no title, didn't run. New key $35, new title $45, new battery $100, tank & seat $150, repaired stator wires $0. Waiting for new tires. Came with good looking set but they are 12 years old. Last time it was tagged. Runs great (used an Ultrasonic for the carbs)
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That seems to be the same boat I'm in right now.
 
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