A tow truck and repair guy has amassed 300+ cars in various states of disrepair over his career. With the intention of fixing them up, he never got to it, so now they are up for auction.
So, how do you choose a project to work on? What are the “easiest” to fix and maintain with todays parts supplies? Which ones have the most desirability? Which ones are under the radar?
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So, how do you choose a project to work on?
choose something that inspires you
If you don't know then maybe you're not that into cars.
What are the “easiest” to fix and maintain with todays parts supplies?
the ones that are in the best condition. Not the ones that are almost dirt.
Which ones have the most desirability?
the ones that go for the most money. Look around on classic car sites.
Simple answer, inspiration. Love it.
Just looking, some of the Ford Coupes look inspiring.
Mechanical parts for any of the postwar Big 3 vehicles really should not be a problem. Some you can even still get off the shelf at your local parts store. Some will need to be ordered in, sometimes from specialty suppliers.
Easiest to fix of course will be those in the best condition. However if they've been sitting outside unused for many years they'll need complete overhauls top to bottom. Taking a quick look at the photos many appear to be rusted and bashed up hulks. There do appear to be a few gems like the '65 Impala SS hardtop, '72 Mustang convertible, and the '63 Studebaker GT Hawk.
repair guy has amassed 300+ cars in various states of disrepair
he never got to it
A pro couldn’t find the time to bring them back to life. Are you sure you can?
Think a thousand times before taking on this project/s, let alone >300 rust buckets..
Thanks for the insight!
and I bet all the ones that were worth restoring were sold a long time ago. These are the rejects.