bud g asked:


I have about 25,000 dollars in parts alone in car,ground up restoration,all new everything and 500hp 355 stroker
I want it to look good,and have all striped down and welding repairs have been done,I could do body work but it would take me a long time,
what should it cost to have finsh paint sprayed and nothing else ???
hole car=100%
removing chrome,locks,bumpers,grill and wind shield etc=___
striping and removing old paint………. =___
prep and prime for finish paint………….. =___
spray finish paint two coats and one clear……… =___
install chrome,locks,bumpers,grill and wind shield etc =___
labor only no materials,
I’m in SF and labor is 100 to 140 an hour,where is best rates within 250miles?
the season mean rain=accadents=shops will be busy=higher cost.
or holladays and taxes=shops slow down,people saving there money.
I need reshion and drought for best deal I guess

Bennett

haystack2082 asked:


I have a vehicle, that was made back in 1981, that I’m interested in restoring/customizing. I want to replace the original engine, which happens to be a 6 cylinder, with a 8 cylinder engine that has the same specs (bore, stroke, etc.) as what would have been available from the factory for that model back in 1981. My question is, where would I find that information?

… And I’m looking for sources that are a little more reliable than wikipedia.

Richie

wojo1721 asked:


i want a fast muscle car from the 60s or 70s with decent 15 mpg and cheap now under 10,000 used for a restoration do it yourself. see what u can find best answer gets 10 points

Lino

OmgLookbird asked:


Hi all,
Need to get your opinion on old BMW’s, is the below a good deal
1992 BMW 325i- $2300 OBO

92 BMW Maintenance Done:

For Sale 1992 (E36) BMW 325i 4door sedan, Silver, with light grey interior and 136k miles. Automatic. MD Inspected March 2008 and passed, which is valid up to 2010.Pwr windows, pwr door locks, sport mirrors. Leather seats and working sunroof.
All of the usual things that break have been replaced and this car still has many miles left on it. The interior is clean and in fair condition. This car only needs minor body work and a paint job, and is in good shape.

1.New Heater Control Valve 12/07
2.Replaced rear struts
3.Replaced Exhaust Pipe
4. New Lock cylinder and housing
5. New Ignition Switch
6. The passenger and driver door panels need new clips.
7. The brakes are all new and in great condition. 12/07

1.Changed transmission fluid and filter 12/4/08
Changed oil, oil filter, Lucas oil additive 12/4/08
2.New Thermostat and housing4/4/08
3.New Radiator (Behr), Drive Belts, Fan Blade 4/4/08
4.New Water pump with metal impeller 3/22/08
5.New upper and lower radiator hose 4/4/08
6.New MSI 4/4/08
7.New intake boot / radiator fan switch 80/88c
8. New Fuel Pump, Pressure Test Pump 7/29/08
9. New Spark Plugs, New Spark Plug Connectors
10. Have a few significant spare parts to assist the pending new owner with the
restoration of this BMW.

Thanks.

Pat

Angel B asked:


I have already replaced the brake system. Car needs all new interior, fresh paint… I would like to make it “show car” material, but where do I start?

Car has been sitting for 25 years. The engine and transmission are still in good/working condition with matching #s.

Three things I want to know:
1. Recommendations on making engine appear “show quality”. It is currently greasy with chipping paint.
2. Should I get a paint job first, or redo interior first?
3. Maintenance to prep engine/transmission (flushing fluids…etc.)

The vehicle has always been in the family, and I would like to restore it’s original beauty with my son, however I have limited experience with restoration, so any tips would be appreciated.

Weston

stangsearchin asked:


I would rather spend very little on the car to start with then spend the big bucks making it MINE!!!!

Felipe

sickcuda asked:


Hey, I have a 1973 Plymouth Cuda. I sent it to a restoration shop to have it restored. It has been there since February 2007. He said it would take 6 months to 12 months to complete the restoration (it also says that on my receipts) and it is still not done. He closed his shop in September of 2007 and moved the car to his house to finish it. I have been calling and calling and I get no answer. I am not sure what my rights are or what I can do. I payed him over $6000 cash already (I do have the receipts). What should I do? Should I sue him? If so, how? I really love my car to death and I want it back, I just need some advice on what I should do to make this work out in my favor. Thanks.

Omer

doppler asked:


How do you get financing to buy a restored used car from a private party? I am trying to buy a restored VW Thing and I do not have the money to pay cash all at once.This is not some junker… it’s a clean, quality restoration and has value. Are there companies that specialize in financing such purchases, or do I need to get some sort of (probably too expensive) consumer loan?
Wow, John, a little harsh there. It’s a taste thing. I’ve owned a ‘68 Beetle and a ‘71 Squareback, so I know I love air-cooled VWs, but I’ve loved the look of the Thing since I was a kid and have always wanted one… and body parts are not a problem since, as I answered, this is a clean resto. Plus, there are still specialists out there that offer parts and service for the type 181.
bostonianinmo: anywhere from 3 or 4 grand for a clunker to 16-20 grand for a clean resto… that’s what I’ve found. They’re rare and the people who have ‘em don’t often part with ‘em.

Elias

country_godfather asked:


I am wanting to find a car or truck from the 50’s maybe 60’s and rebuild (restore) it. What advice and tips could you give me? This would be my first project.

Lionel

Girl_animal_Lover asked:


Does anybody have an old Chevy muscle car that is just going to waste that they want gone or know anybody that wants theirs gone or know where I might find one? My boyfriend had a car he was restoring that his father just sold so I’m looking for another old restorable car for him. Just tell me what the year and model of it is. If I decide to buy it for a reasonable price of course, we will personally come pick it up.

Giuseppe