OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Finding and Swapping For Sale VC 160: The First Model

Good morning guys. I've been reading information on the VC Autodrive and found this article from the forums Collectors Corner very helpful in working out what model I may have. It also has pictures of both the MKI and MKII (larger rear wheels) bases showing the difference between the two.
https://www.outdoorking-forum.com.au/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=23537
I believe I may have the 1973 V136 Mark II model. I was yet to look over the machine, so I had to go and have a quick sqizz and grab some photos to post.
Compression, after 3 1/2 pulls, was around 76 psi, but didn't check for spark at this stage.
It will need some TLC along with replacement of damaged and missing parts.
Has a metal carburettor, as can be seen in the photos (hopefully).
Intention was to check it out, get it going and sell as a lawnmower, but after reading the forums, they are becoming more for the collector than the user.
How would you value this machine located in Nambucca Heads (near Coffs Harbour)?
Hope fully these few photos of the machine I have here will help.