If it was a 69... I'd say buy it!
I'm old school and I think he needs a classic... Sooooo
Save the SSR for him

...or get him a 69'.
I didn't like the newer styles, but like I said I'm old school (besides... when mine was 18 I got him a 69'el and it was "our" project)
for what it's worth...
Bruce

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