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sanchezz
Post #36
well i just picked up a new car to add to the collection.. |
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28th July 2010 - 04:17 AM
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HSV
Post #37
QUOTE (DeadSled @ Jul 28 2010, 09:04 PM)  Ben, You are right. The Roadster will be considerably easier to do than the EK. I just wanted this done first and i'm still collecting parts for the roadster. Aside from a steering box / column mount, pedals and shock mounts, the roadster is pretty much factory original minus the fenders and juice brakes. Now that it looks like we are buying this house with this shed, I think I might bring my 27 Chev Tourer project down and start on her again. Once I finish the Monaro of course  Sneak pics of said shed:   QUOTE (DeadSled @ Jul 28 2010, 10:11 PM) Damo, Once again, completely agree mate. Being that i'm into cars from the 30s - early 60s mainly (i do appreciate 70s, and i LOVE my Kingswood to death..) i not only know about the cars i own, but i know a huge amount about anything Ford from the 30s - 60s, as well as a lot about 40s and 50s Chevys. Not so much about Mopar stuff, although i do know a fair bit still about them as far as the engine and gearboxes are concerned (Great for Hot Rods ).I also know more about a Flathead V8 and a four banger flathead than even some old guys i've met.. as well as a lot of the history stuff such as various customisers and painters from the 50s and 60s (Larry Watson, Gene Winfield, The Barris and Ayala brothers, Bill Hines ect) and i know a LOT about different ways of customising a car, what things are specific to different eras, how to actually go about doing custom stuff to a Hot Rod or a Sled and i'd like to think i have a very good idea on what is traditional, period correct and "timeless" which a lot of people seem to have forgotten these days. Good to see someone as young as yourself interested in the old school and retaining vital information too. Pissfarting around on forums like HAMB, YellowBullet etc has given me some really good ideas, and even better, good knowledge of early American Muscle/Customs/Rods, stuff I didn't know and other stuff that backed up what I had learned already. Some amazing stories on those forums. |
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olcruiser64leh
Post #41
QUOTE (HSV @ Jul 29 2010, 09:15 AM) A 59 El Camino in slightly worse shape than factory...............  That's no way to treat n El Camino...  Just moved a couple of my EH's so that I can buy one...1959, red. Been after this one for a while, so had to make a choice on what stays and what goes. Still, it'll be worth it once it's in the shed. Only have 3 to wash, polish, maintain and drive now. 
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racerphill
Post #44
QUOTE (WattsyLX @ Jul 28 2010, 10:07 AM) Anyways whos thinking of checking out the State of Origin Wild Bunch at the nostalgia drags in 2 weeks time. Few of the old blown sedan heroes from the 80s and early 90s will be fired up in anger once again! I cant wait for the Nostalgia Nationals!!! Bringing back the State of Origin Wild Bunch is absolute GENIUS! Wild Bunch was huge when I started going to the drags around 20 years ago...gonna be AWESOME. I have a media pass, so I'll be out on track, nice and close to all the action.
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fingerbanger
Post #46
QUOTE (wbtonner @ Jul 28 2010, 09:19 PM) I specialise in red motors  And to all the fools out there, the 202 IS better than the 186. (one of my favourite arguments) Harsh!!  Having said that, mine is a mix of both. 186 block...202 12 port head. |
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WattsyLX
Post #47
QUOTE (HSV @ Jul 30 2010, 06:45 AM) Didn't get the house which means sadly, didn't get the shed. Side note anyone interested in a 67 Camaro shell? Are you gonna put in another offer? We had to play hardball to get our house years ago. We offered them 200K neat (asking price was 225K) knowing they would knock it back. Then we hit them with 205K, they refused it, told us they didnt want anything under 218. We waited a week, then offered 210K. Again they said no, so i told the Real Estate agent that that was my final offer and to tell them to go get fucked. (in those exact words!) We really loved the place though, but i just sat and waited for 2 weeks, and the agent rang back and told us they would consider another offer. Luckily i knew the agent quite well, I was good mates with his son through school, and he told us the vendor had another house in Brisbane lined up and needed the sale to go through, but they were banking on us coming in with a higher offer when we were negotiating 2 weeks prior and nobody expected us to walk away from the negotiations. I told them $210, 500, they unhappily accepted, but we won and we moved in on the 18th June 2004! Play hardball Ben, put the years of old school car enthusiasm to good use - we're used to negotiating for cars and parts at swap meets! 
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fingerbanger
Post #48
QUOTE (HSV @ Jul 30 2010, 06:45 AM) Didn't get the house which means sadly, didn't get the shed. Side note anyone interested in a 67 Camaro shell? How much you looking for it? Rust etc? Not for me but a mate would be interested if it's the right price etc. |
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HSV
Post #49
QUOTE (WattsyLX @ Jul 30 2010, 08:23 AM) Are you gonna put in another offer? We had to play hardball to get our house years ago. We offered them 200K neat (asking price was 225K) knowing they would knock it back. Then we hit them with 205K, they refused it, told us they didnt want anything under 218. We waited a week, then offered 210K. Again they said no, so i told the Real Estate agent that that was my final offer and to tell them to go get fucked. (in those exact words!) We really loved the place though, but i just sat and waited for 2 weeks, and the agent rang back and told us they would consider another offer. Luckily i knew the agent quite well, I was good mates with his son through school, and he told us the vendor had another house in Brisbane lined up and needed the sale to go through, but they were banking on us coming in with a higher offer when we were negotiating 2 weeks prior and nobody expected us to walk away from the negotiations. I told them $210, 500, they unhappily accepted, but we won and we moved in on the 18th June 2004! Play hardball Ben, put the years of old school car enthusiasm to good use - we're used to negotiating for cars and parts at swap meets! Nope, was a multiple offer deal so there was someone else in the wings, once that person is accepted, no further negotiations entered into. Copious amounts of cock sucking there but hey, I fucking told everyone the offer was too low............... There are some other properties available in "less desirable" suburbs but to be honest, I'm over the whole looking shit. Gives me more coin to spend on the Monaro I guess....... QUOTE (fingerbanger @ Jul 30 2010, 08:24 AM) How much you looking for it? Rust etc? Not for me but a mate would be interested if it's the right price etc. $5k I believe he wants for it, slight rust under windscreen cowl, both tulips need to be replaced but comes with the replacement tulips, apart from that can't really tell you much more about it as its through a guy in our club. |
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fingerbanger
Post #50
QUOTE (76LX_FTW @ Jul 28 2010, 09:09 PM) No way mate, i dont understand how young blokes can get attached too newer cars. They just lack style i mean seriously, what in the world is attractive about a vs/r commodore. Sure there a great family car, but thats all they are. Imo, the only way you get that passion is if you spend countless hours working on them and looking at them and talking too them haha. That thread sounds good by the way. I've noticed on this site especially, the amount of jap etc cars that are sold/ swapped so frequently. You see the same cars pop up all the time. When my Prem was being built (5 months) i thought about it everyday and what i wanted to do when i got it back. I love my car, it's 40 years old, has no a/con, has vinyl seats and the windscreen wipers are bearly worth turning on if i'm in it when it rains but i wouldn't swap it for anything. It's my car and will stay with me for another 40 years until i hand it down to my grandkids when i kick the bucket. If your passionate about your cars, you don't sell them, you just add to your collection when you can afford it or spend your money/time on your one true love. |
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fingerbanger
Post #51
QUOTE (HSV @ Jul 30 2010, 08:28 AM) Nope, was a multiple offer deal so there was someone else in the wings, once that person is accepted, no further negotiations entered into. Copious amounts of cock sucking there but hey, I fucking told everyone the offer was too low............... There are some other properties available in "less desirable" suburbs but to be honest, I'm over the whole looking shit. Gives me more coin to spend on the Monaro I guess....... $5k I believe he wants for it, slight rust under windscreen cowl, both tulips need to be replaced but comes with the replacement tulips, apart from that can't really tell you much more about it as its through a guy in our club. Interesting! I'll let him know and if he's keen to have a look, i'll shoot you a P.M. Thanks. |
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HSV
Post #53
QUOTE (GTS454 @ Jul 30 2010, 09:50 AM) LHD? RHD? I would love something like this!! does it have interior? I already have the driveline for it Unsure on interior, probably, I know its missing front windscreen. Think its LHD, but once again unsure. Was 502 powered, ran 10.89 @ 122mph No motor/box of course, and I believe its rolling, although unknown suspension. |
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GTS454
Post #54
QUOTE (HSV @ Jul 30 2010, 10:11 AM) Unsure on interior, probably, I know its missing front windscreen. Think its LHD, but once again unsure. Was 502 powered, ran 10.89 @ 122mph No motor/box of course, and I believe its rolling, although unknown suspension. hmmm..... I really likey those cars and I am 40 next year.... early 40th pressie maybe? lol. can you maybe get some pics and pm me? |
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HSV
Post #55
QUOTE (GTS454 @ Jul 30 2010, 10:56 AM) hmmm..... I really likey those cars and I am 40 next year.... early 40th pressie maybe? lol. can you maybe get some pics and pm me? I can give you the guys number, I don't have any more info other than that apart from this EweToob video. Left hand lane looking at video (obviously) |
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HSV
Post #57
QUOTE (WattsyLX @ Jul 30 2010, 11:45 AM) Only $5K!? Is the body still in the same condition? FOR SALE - LX Torana 308 Reason for Selling - To buy Camaro!! Lol. I'll buy it for $5k Like I said man, I don't know much about the car, apart from what I've already posted. Think its the one on the right in this pic: 
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lil_bobby_260
Post #60
Mate anything with chrome bumpers and two doors from the 70s is a good place to start. Theyll only ever appreciate in value. Actually i would say most 70s cars that had the option of a V8, whether they had one fitted or not, are going to continually appreciate. |
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spyder6052
Post #61
QUOTE (WattsyLX @ Jul 30 2010, 11:15 AM) Only $5K!? Is the body still in the same condition? FOR SALE - LX Torana 308 Reason for Selling - To buy Camaro!! i'll give ya $5 for it van gets a new exhaust soon 3" stainless single all new electrics and 2 new sills
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racerphill
Post #62
QUOTE (HSV @ Jul 30 2010, 12:12 PM) Lol. I'll buy it for $5k Like I said man, I don't know much about the car, apart from what I've already posted. Think its the one on the right in this pic: That's Fausto's car. It is AWESOME! I know someone who will buy it in a heart beat...I didnt realise he was selling it! You guys better be fast! lol Phill |
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wbtonner
Post #63
QUOTE (b.t.h @ Jul 30 2010, 01:50 PM) Bought a shit box daily =/ So i can at least get back on the road and drive around for my new job. And saving up for a project, Im thinking i might do a car that could be worth a fair bit of $$ after its finished. Something far better then a kingswood. Ideas anyone? preferably 70's. For a car to be worth a "fair bit of $$$" you've got to spend alot on it. If you want to get it right, practice on something not so pricey for the first time as we all make mistakes. |
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lil_bobby_260
Post #68
Frustrating... Nothing to do but sit there and stare at my car while i wait for the engine to come back. Should look sexy as hell when i do get it back tho :-) nothing nicer than a V8 block and heads fresh from the machine shop! |
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GTS454
Post #69
QUOTE (lil_bobby_260 @ Jul 31 2010, 10:09 PM) Frustrating... Nothing to do but sit there and stare at my car while i wait for the engine to come back. Should look sexy as hell when i do get it back tho :-) nothing nicer than a V8 block and heads fresh from the machine shop! Also - anyone cosy with someone/somewhere that strips holdens? Im chasing an ecotoec V6, as well as radiator and thermo fans to suit a VT... Daily driver. I have an ecotec here, dunno what it is like though, could be good for parts? $150? |
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lil_bobby_260
Post #70
Where is 'here'? My VT has an ecotect in it, but i bought it not running, and has the top half of the motor missing ie. has no inlet manifold or injectors and rail etc, and even has a head missing |
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