Re: [Chevelle-List] Is it worth it??

[Richard Milkiewicz]

I'd pass on this one George, 2600 is a lot for something that needs that much work. I have a '66 that came from Oregon and is very straight and in good condition. I paid 5000 for it. The real problem comes when you start stripping it down and find all the hidden problems you missed or couldn't see. Having someone replace all that sheet metal will cost you a small fortune. If it was an original SS I'd say yes. Rich "66 Malibu ACES # 5066 ----- Original Message ----- From: George Spatta To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2002 2:45 AM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Is it worth it?? Hi everyone,   First let me say that I have enjoyed all of the advice and postings here for a long time. This is the 1st time I have actually posted to the list. I would like to get some opinions on a 66 Malibu I am thinking about purchasing to do a frame off restoration of. It is a 2 door Malibu hardtop and is in fairly rough shape. It basically needs rear quarters, hood, trunk lid, doors, floors, & trunk metal. The interior with the exception of the dash needs to be replaced. It also needs a new windshield. The motor and tranny would be coming out so I'm not even considering them (a 350 backed by a powerglide). Essentially the car needs to be completely done. There is no evidence of frame damage that I could find and the car is all original although in terrible shape. I checked all the numbers (VIN & cowl tag) and everything looks to be in order and original except for the motor. I can do all of the mechanical work myself at home ( I have a job that permits me a lot of free time) but I am not a welder and probably will have to farm most of the body work out. I realize that just the replacement body panels alone will cost a few thousand dollars. The guy is asking $2600 for the car & I think I can get it cheaper.   I'm unsure of what to do because these cars are becoming more rare by the day and everyone I do find has already been restored and have large price tags. Is a car this rough worth that much (not being an SS) as it is?? I will be building this car to drive and not worried about making money on it at a later time!   Thanks for reading and for any thoughts you may have!     George [EMAIL PROTECTED]