Selecting The Right Vehicle For
Restoration
A Good Choice
Choosing the right project car is important. Several factors should be
considered in this endeavor and will ultimately contribute to a smoother and
more enjoyable restoration experience. Items that make a for a solid project
car include:
• Little to no rust
• No frame damage
• Straight or lightly damaged body panels
• Small presence of filler
• Chrome trim in fair to excellent condition
• Convertibles and roadster models are usually higher value
• Original numbers matching (engine, tranny, rear end)
• Interior in fair condition or easily replaceable
• Rare vehicles are generally worth more
• Good popularity
• Running engine & drive train
• Easily repairable engine & drive train
• Good parts availability
• Reusable glass or easily replaceable glass
• Sturdy floor boards
• Easily storable (garage, storage facility, etc.)
Be thorough when searching or examining a potential project car. In many
cities, you can hire professionals to examine a vehicle for you and provide
a detailed report of the vehicle's condition. Never purchase a vehicle
online without having physically examined it or having a professional do it
for you. Trust us on that one!
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