They definately are rare rolla's - direct imports (compared to an Australian assembled 70's Rolla they don't have the borg warner diff) and made for the american market when the fuel crisis was on in the 70's (that's why they have pillarless doors - made to look like a mini American Yank Tank) however, all the imports to America were only 4 speed, where as Aussies got the 5 Speed Version! Factory Tacho, cloth seats, FM Radio Standard and speakers in the rear!! Very rare for a 70's Rolla! The first of the KE50's came across in 1977 then they imported the update in 1979 which was identical but came with a rear windscreen wiper!
Awesome little cars, tough as, rwd - gotta love it!!!!
So don't EVA get rid of it mattatron - Keep it and spend the money you have to spend on it - caus one day you won't realise just how unique and rare they really are..
I might be able to help out with a Windscreen Rubber - what would you be interested in paying for one?
KJ :-)