21-07-2021, 10:36 AM
(21-07-2021, 09:54 AM)John Mason Wrote: I don’t disagree with the fact it can be saved but at what cost ? Another case of it’s probably worth more in spares than it would be if restored. The other thing where do you start. In the USA parts are difficult to find and our cherished suppliers understandably do not keep the parts that never wear out such as body parts.
John Mason.
Yes it might cost more for spare parts than the car is worth, but does that matter? Many of us have enjoyed the process, and when it's finished then we can enjoy the finished car knowing that everything has been attended to.
Whether going for the re-painted look (and paint is expensive) or keeping the patina (which is not original) the place to start is to cut or free-off every nut and bolt. Dismantle everything. Then clean and repair every bit.
Body parts can usually be repaired, cutting out the bad bits and welding in metal cut to shape.
It's a big job, but it would seem a shame to break this one for parts.