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Help Me Pick a Project Car

Discussion in 'General Automotive' started by Agent475, Jan 25, 2010.

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Which should I get?

Poll closed Feb 24, 2010.

  1. 1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR 150 210

    5 vote(s)
    4.3%

  2. 1966 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS427

    41 vote(s)
    35.3%

  3. 1966 Volkswagen Beetle

    9 vote(s)
    7.8%

  4. 1967 Volkswagen Bus Vanagon

    7 vote(s)
    6.0%

  5. 1973 Volkswagen Thing TYPE 181

    1 vote(s)
    0.9%

  6. 1978 MG Midget Blue

    1 vote(s)
    0.9%

  7. 1934 Ford FORD TUDOR

    13 vote(s)
    11.2%

  8. 1967 Pontiac GTO

    29 vote(s)
    25.0%

  9. 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

    14 vote(s)
    12.1%

  10. 1970 Dodge Charger

    17 vote(s)
    14.7%

  11. OTHER... (please post pics 'n info)

    5 vote(s)
    4.3%
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  1. Jan 25, 2010 at 8:56 AM
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    Agent475

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    Ok, so here's the deal... I've always wanted a project car/vehcile that I could just cruise around in on weekends. I drive my Tacoma all week and after having it for several years, I'd like to give it the weekends off.

    So, here is a basic list (with pics) of several different ideas for project cars.

    I know there are a lot of mechanics/car finatics on here... What I'm looking for is something that I can still find parts for, something pretty reliable, and something fun to drive. Obviously I know that something built in 1934 will take a lot more effort to find parts... and the pics below are just samples.

    What do you think? Are there any recommendations out there? (P.S. I'm not looking for a cookie cutter muscle car, like a Camaro SS, per say)

    1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR 150 210:
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    1966 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS427:
    [​IMG]

    1966 Volkswagen Beetle:
    [​IMG]

    1967 Volkswagen Bus Vanagon:
    [​IMG]

    1973 Volkswagen Thing TYPE 181:
    [​IMG]

    1978 MG Midget Blue:
    [​IMG]

    1934 Ford FORD TUDOR:
    [​IMG]

    1967 Pontiac GTO :
    [​IMG]

    1969 Plymouth Road Runner:
    [​IMG]

    1970 Dodge Charger :
    [​IMG]
     
    Agent475, Jan 25, 2010
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  2. Jan 25, 2010 at 8:58 AM
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    Chevelle...Then GTO....then the Charger.....
     
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  3. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:02 AM
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  4. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:04 AM
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    The Charger, then the VWs. The others I don't really care for.
     
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  5. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:05 AM
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    We think a lot a like... I am thinking the Chevelle at this point... or a VW beetle.... Would be pretty dope lowered & chopped.

    Those are awesome cars...
     
    Agent475, Jan 25, 2010
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  6. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:07 AM
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    My favorite on the list is the 67 GTO. Classy car all the way. Not on the list would be a 58 Impala convertible, or a 59 Impala with the fins. All 3 would make awesome weekend cruisers.

    58 Impala convertible


    59 Impala
     
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  7. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:07 AM
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    Chevelle FTW, then the vanagon, just because I am a deadhead.

    I have owned a couple muscle cars both were Chevy's. IMO they are a lot easier to find parts for and the prices cheaper. Especially when it comes to trim and engine. The GTO is awesome, but prices for GTO stuff are inflated.
     
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  8. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:08 AM
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    I love me a Chevelle....
     
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  9. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:09 AM
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    VW beetle, IMO. If I were to get a project car, that's what it would be, paint it metallic blue, ragtop, just for the misses and I, well, a man can dream can't he?:D
     
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  10. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:10 AM
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    I gotta represent the 57 bel air. I'll take pics and put them in this thread.
     
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  11. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:12 AM
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    TUDOR... turn it into a hot rod
     
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  12. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:18 AM
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    Thanks! Good thoughts...

    Thanks for the info... I'm a huge fan of the VW's... They are IMO ambassadors of peace wherever you go and people love them.
     
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  13. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:31 AM
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    what about an AMC..AMX
     
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    This is my weekend cruiser, '86 GT 5 speed. Below that is my new project car, '68 Fairlane 2dr hardtop, factory 302 with a/c. Don't count out Fords they can be picked up cheaper than a lot of the "classic" Chevy muscle cars, and parts are widely available. Don't forget some of the modern classics too. I had a Grand National and Typhoon before and they were def. head turners especially leaving the light in the Typhoon at 10lbs of boost and all wheel drive. Now I kinda miss it.

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    easy... '66 beetle.. my buddy has one with a fully rebuilt motor he did himself and it is the biggest DGAF machine if ever seen.... its a fast s.o.b. the acceleration and top speed are insane
     
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  16. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:35 AM
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    Sadly, my other half hates 'em. I might get one anyway... LOL
     
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  17. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:37 AM
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    hahahaha hell yes!:)
     
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  18. Jan 25, 2010 at 9:41 AM
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    At least THEN, she wouldn't give me crap for not letting her drive it - like she does when I tell her she can't drive the Tacoma...
     
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    its a win win!.... sorta
     
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