After putting a fresh 383 in my 65 SS, im considering the cost of restoring, in most cases improving, my current car. Even after the almost 5K for the engine, another 12-14K will be needed to do what i would like to have done. Knowing that i hate body and interior work, would it be cost effective to buy a completely restored 65 and adjust the running gear to my taste ??
Have the work done, or buy a finished one
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After putting a fresh 383 in my 65 SS, im considering the cost of restoring, in most cases improving, my current car. Even after the almost 5K for the engine, another 12-14K will be needed to do what i would like to have done. Knowing that i hate body and interior work, would it be cost effective to buy a completely restored 65 and adjust the running gear to my taste ??
Would it be cost effective??? Sure it would!
I'll guarantee that buying one already done will be cheaper than doing it yourself. BUT, there is NO GREATER thrill than knowing every single thing about a car. Taking every bolt off and knowing where it goes back two years later. I can't tell you how much that thrill has been worth to me, and how much prouder I am of my car than I would have been if I had just purchased it.
Hope this helps.
I'll guarantee that buying one already done will be cheaper than doing it yourself. BUT, there is NO GREATER thrill than knowing every single thing about a car. Taking every bolt off and knowing where it goes back two years later. I can't tell you how much that thrill has been worth to me, and how much prouder I am of my car than I would have been if I had just purchased it.
Hope this helps.
Done it both ways.I think it depends on a few things. Your age, resources, support from the warden, time available, and skill level.My last "homemade car" was a 37 ford pro-street, took 14 months out of my life, but I was very proud when done. I'm a machinist and welder and sometimes I almost think it's a curse." No need to buy that I can make it". Well that only took an other week! And on and on. You can really get some big time burn out. On the other hand how many have bought a "finished car" only to end up taking it all the way down any way. This time I said I'll just buy one done and I did and it's real close to being what I want. Sometimes it's a struggle to leave it alone, but so far I'm resisting. But it's hard when guys start asking stuff about your car, and it's not really your car. Thats all I know.
<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by nebulous:
Anyone want to buy a clean Ca. 65ss less 383 engine ??<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
How Much? And do you have pictures.
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Anyone want to buy a clean Ca. 65ss less 383 engine ??<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
How Much? And do you have pictures.
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Much cheaper to buy one. I restored a 70 and sold it for less than I put in it not even counting labor. I am still working on my El Camino and actually am not getting any closer to driving it. I bought my SS and got to drive it immediately. I do not have the attachment to it as I do the elky. It is just a nice classic car, the elky will be with me always.
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Philip #42
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You get a much better product doin one your self,,,,,,,,,, unless you know the restoration shop that did one ane you KNOW the quality,, I have had several dun cars,, and have spent thousands of dollars fixin them,,to make them correct,,,
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what it comes down to is this; can you buy what you want? if you can then do it. for me, i cant just go buy what i want. i want something unique. i am building a car because i cant just go out and buy it. and i'm not talking about the money. nobody has what i am building. sure i could find a nice wagon but finding one just the way i want it is imposable. and if i have to change everything i might as well just build it. for example i have a tubbed wagon that i am making into a 2 door, and a chopped chevellewith a removable fiberglass hardtop. right now i am making a 70 4 door hardtop wagon with a fuel injected 468, 3rd back seat, boxed frame, 4 wheel disk brakes, cowl induction, power locks, windows, AC, fiber optics, every option available and more. if i could buy it done i would be finantualy better off. so what i'm babaling on about is, if you can find something that IS what you want, then do it. you will be ahead of the game both finantually and monetarily.
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It will be less expensive to buy it already done, unless you do it yourself...
BUT,
As Fo-FdyFo stated, can you find exactly what you want (color, etc)...
AND,
Can you be sure of the quality of the other work. Just be careful to check a potential car carefully, especially one thats already restored...
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BUT,
As Fo-FdyFo stated, can you find exactly what you want (color, etc)...
AND,
Can you be sure of the quality of the other work. Just be careful to check a potential car carefully, especially one thats already restored...
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Anybody can buy a classic, but it takes the true lover of Chevelles to put themselves into the car to call it their own.
But, I understand the time, money and skill into restoring and maintaining a Chevelle. Some can, many don't.
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But, I understand the time, money and skill into restoring and maintaining a Chevelle. Some can, many don't.
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If'n ya want the best of both worlds, I'll sell you my 69. It's restored, but still needs to be restored.
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you can buy a $2000 car, and spend $15,000
or buy a $5000 car, and spend $10,000
or buy a $10,000 car and spend $5,000
What I am saying is (this being my humble opinion) start out with the best car you can afford. Leep in mind, (and be realistic) what work can you do yourself, and what do you need help with. Remember you have a budget, and also when do you expect to have it done.
I got my money together and bought the best car I could. In the past I lose money on cars that need body & paint, so I bought a good rust free car with straight sheetmetal and paint. Then restored the chassis and interior myself. Also spend time on the engine.
My problem is insurance, that is 8 years (and many $$$ later) the dam thing is so valuable I can't drive it. Farmers "stated value" policy so expensive I got "antique" insurance, prohibit from driveing to work, and it sits in garage. Drive once a month.
I want another 67 Malibu convertible, just a little rough around the edges.fair paint. and a built 327, just to have fun with
or buy a $5000 car, and spend $10,000
or buy a $10,000 car and spend $5,000
What I am saying is (this being my humble opinion) start out with the best car you can afford. Leep in mind, (and be realistic) what work can you do yourself, and what do you need help with. Remember you have a budget, and also when do you expect to have it done.
I got my money together and bought the best car I could. In the past I lose money on cars that need body & paint, so I bought a good rust free car with straight sheetmetal and paint. Then restored the chassis and interior myself. Also spend time on the engine.
My problem is insurance, that is 8 years (and many $$$ later) the dam thing is so valuable I can't drive it. Farmers "stated value" policy so expensive I got "antique" insurance, prohibit from driveing to work, and it sits in garage. Drive once a month.
I want another 67 Malibu convertible, just a little rough around the edges.fair paint. and a built 327, just to have fun with
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Buy a 65 malibu from a grandma that has a good body and interior. Switch out your motor and get rid of those leaf springs =]
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HeavyChevy13, There is a 43 year old grandma that lives across the street from me with a great body and a certain interior part I wouldn't mind checking out. She drives a Honda though.
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HeavyChevy13: There is a 43 year old Grandma that lives across the street from me with a great body and an interior part I wouldn't mind checking out. But she drives a Honda
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