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Topic: Some pointers
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Hotdiggydog
Journeyman Posts: 8
From: Warren, Ohio
Registered: Feb 2002
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posted 02-28-2002 04:54 PM
   
What would you consider some of the most important pointers when going to purchase your first project car? Thanks for the input in advance.
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Hotdiggydog
Journeyman Posts: 8
From: Warren, Ohio
Registered: Feb 2002
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posted 02-28-2002 05:04 PM
Just to add a little detail which may help I am looking at a '73 Convertible.
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blown 351
Journeyman Posts: 44
From: Seattle, Wa. 98258
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 02-28-2002 05:13 PM
Go with someone who has rebuilt/restored/operated a project car. What to look for, availability of materials or parts, $$$,time frame of completion
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 30097
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-28-2002 05:13 PM
Welcome to M&M!  I'd say the most important thing is to focus on the body and frame. Lots of people get obsessed with the mechanicals. Chance are almost 100% that you will be rebuilding all that stuff anyway. Concentrate on finding a straight and rust-free car. Don't fall in love with a rust bucket. ------------------
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blown 351
Journeyman Posts: 44
From: Seattle, Wa. 98258
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 02-28-2002 05:14 PM
That's Great. Welcome,... I'm new myself.
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Fastymz
Moderator Posts: 8516
From: Reno Nv USA MEM#1240
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 02-28-2002 05:16 PM
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Originally posted by SteveLaRiviere:
Welcome to M&M! I'd say the most important thing is to focus on the body and frame. Lots of people get obsessed with the mechanicals. Chance are almost 100% that you will be rebuilding all that stuff anyway. Concentrate on finding a straight and rust-free car. Don't fall in love with a rust bucket.
Welcome to M&M, and I'll 2nd what Steve said. And have a price in mind and stick to it. SCOOP ------------------
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johnmustang
Gearhead Posts: 3187
From: Vancouver Island , British Columbia , Canada
Registered: Nov 2001
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posted 02-28-2002 05:23 PM
Welcome to M&M , as the other guy`s said get your price in mind and stick to it, period. Try and stay away from overly rusty cars , you will have to deal with a bit of it , but , if it is in the frame rails, torque box`s or heavy in the fire-wall stay away, also the best advice I can give is research , research , research take your time , and , pick the brains of everybody here at M&M. They will guide you in the right direction JOHN ------------------
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mvierow
Gearhead Posts: 152
From: Bay Area, Ca
Registered: Apr 2001
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posted 02-28-2002 05:30 PM
Its the toughest thing to decide but if you know what you want to accomplish with the car, then searching for something that gets you closer to that goal will be easier to pick. For instance, if I wanted an all original car, I would be very careful to make sure the car had its original parts, tags, etc. If I wanted a car for the strip, chances are I would want to search for a shell and build it up from there. Do you want to spend the time, effort and resources to 'do it yourself', or are you more interested in the end result? Answering those questions before you buy could save you a lot of money in the long run. And take it from Steve, leave the rusty cars for the experienced even if it means sacraficing some of the things you wanted. Having a rust free car with a 289 would be better in my mind than a rusted up car with a 351, even if you want more HP.. (my opinion).
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The Iceman
Gearhead Posts: 1978
From: Shelton, CT
Registered: Jul 2000
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posted 02-28-2002 06:05 PM
Worry about the frame and body, TRUST me haha
Like Steve said, engine/tranny/rear end wise, all of that can be changed up and probably will be anyways.
Wiring can be had for about $700 to do an ENTIRE car, give or take a few $ (trust me I know, I just rewired my ENTIRE CAR last weekend and the weekend before  ) and things such as interior can be found ALL over whether it be used or new pieces that people never got around to using.So Ill say it again, make sure the body and the frame are in good solid condition, because its an expensive pain in the arse to start changing specific portions (such as I am with my rear torque boxes and floor pans...and now my gas tank etc etc) Look for a car from the south, more preferable the southwest. But Steve can talk to you more about that as I believe he bought his Mach 1 from California and had it shipped to Maine (correct me if Im wrong STeve  ) other than that welcome, have a good one, and if you DO buy a Mustang and need some used parts, just ask me as there is a Mustang salvage yard practically down the street from me  ------------------
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 16475
From: Hampton,Virginia,USA MCA#39406 M&M #12
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-28-2002 10:00 PM
3rd Steve!
Good metal to start with will save a bunch of bucks down the road for other wanted goodies!Welcome to M&M..hope you enjoy the site.
sam
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73trials
Gearhead Posts: 680
From: New Orleans, La. M&M member # 1752
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 02-28-2002 10:00 PM
Buy it! We need another '73 vert guy. Seriously, it's a good idea to bring someone who knows these cars, and can point out potential problems. Parts for 73s can be tough, though not nearly as bad as IIs. If it's solid and the price is right, go for it. After all, they are the coolest 'stangs.
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