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Originally Posted by PontiacJim1959
Plastic master cylinder. Looks nice, but as mentioned, these 1950's cars are not what the younger buyers want. For 35K, you could still put another 10K into it doing engine, trans, brakes, and other improvements - not including a new paint job. In my book, its is a 25-28K car at best as it sits.
Slap on some newer and contemporary 16"/17" rims and tires to get rid of the 1950's look. Add a 5-speed conversion with the bench seat and you might have a more desirable car.
Sadly, it'll probably get an LS swap unless some collector snaps it up just to hang onto.
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I think you are correct in your assessment. Three possible types of future owners. 1. Wants a weekend cruiser and would basically maintain it mostly as-is. (too expensive for that IMO). 2. Collector wanting to perform a complete proper restoration on it. (car is not cool enough to warrant a high dollar restoration, IMO. Colors kind of bland for a 58, not enough really cool options, too expensive up front) 3. Build an LS powered hot rod. unfortunately, the most likely way this car will end up. (But again, the buy-in is too steep) BTW, Hagerty prices are not keeping pace with reality of cars are trading hands for IMO. Their price guide is for sellers. It's a wishful thinking guide.