[DMCForum] Re: Unknown vin, I'm looking at this as a project car...
From: "John Dore" <dmcjohn@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Wed, 02 Jun 2004 19:51:14 -0000
Hi James,
I wouldn't pay more than 6 for it, but it would be a fun project!
I have seen nicer cars for 7k
The interior can be pretty expensive to do, this one looks like it
needs a bit of work there. Probably countless hidden problems also,
could be a few mice living in the relay compartment!
I'd suggest paying 6 to 7 k, then drop a stainless frame in there,
with an engine conversion. IMHO.
Best wishes,
John
--- In DMCForum@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "thebrave65" <johnnysher1@xxxx>
wrote:
> 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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