[DMCForum] Re: Unknown vin, I'm looking at this as a project car...
From: "thebrave65" <johnnysher1@xxxxxxx>
Date: Wed, 02 Jun 2004 19:06:57 -0000
James, I know you probably have heard this before, but I'll say it
anyway. If you want that car, don't pay any more than $10,000 for
it. Less if is dosen't run.
Johnny
5518
> Thanks again for all the great info Walt.
>
> Jim - Haven't bought yet, but I want to make sure I check out
> everything. After this weekend I'll have some more information for
> everyone, probably tons of pics (with my POS 5.0MP camera next to
> Walt's new camera) Mine does accept lenses, but haven't a clue
> which ones.
>
> I think I'll be at the DCS in my Impala SS. Little voice tells me
> this D won't be running in time. I'm very excited though. More
> excited about getting the SS. (hope none of my club members see
> this!)
>
> I'm very well aware of the rule of $20k. I bought a 1970 Chevelle
> (first dream car) only to realize that is was possible for a car's
> frame to be rusted through. Sunk a bit of money into it just to be
> able to sell it.
>
> Initial cash outlay is my main focus. I'm mostly concerned about a
> solid frame, and secondly a good body. Interior is easy stuff in
my
> eyes. I'm not body or chassis tech. As for the motor we'll see.
I
> have a plan for a swap if this one's toast. Two good V-6 ideas.
> This will be a daily driver and keeper so I'll end up spending the
> money, but hopefully more later than sooner. I'm willing to
> anything but tranny work at this point. My learning curve is on my
> SS (where parts are cheap in comparison) so if I can't do something
> I'll get a pro to do it. No webcam in the shop, but I'll document
> the progress for sure. It'll help someone else later no doubt.
>
> -James
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