I don't get it. In SA people want insane amounts for a used board. Example One. This one its in good nick, it comes with a bag but it is no spring chicken and check out the price. Good on ya!

www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/seacliff/surfing/mini-mal-cutloose-thruster-8-3-/1026192250

Example Two;
Snap up this diamond in the rough. 7'8 Mini mal, looks like a piece of ****, needs a new fin plus. Check out the price.
www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/plympton/surfing/mini-mal-for-sale-very-cheap-needs-work-/1025870562

Havent you heard softboarding is the new revolution. It has to be pink, soft and a buttload more than its worth and YOU are on the right track!

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/redwood-park/surfing/ripcurl-surfboard/1025545267

Friday Rant Over.

Just bought a nice old '62 D Fin, generally in pretty good condition. Quite a few old repairs or minor dings.
Board would be almost water tight but to be sure planning a light sand and a total finish coat.
Finish coat epoxy or polyester. I dont believe a clear finish coat will effect weight or performance.
Anyone a specialist in this type of re life who has opinion?
cheers.

Here's some better pics of a lovely board!