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10-15-2014, 09:14 AM
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Real car guy advice needed !
In a delimma folks ! I have the chance to buy a clean 86 monte ss for 7k . It's on my top 10 list and I'd love to turn it into a fuel economy road trip car . Here's the problem , my 68 gto is still torn apart and behind schedule , I have no place to keep the ss ( would have to get a storage place) , and I have a 69 c10 that I picked up to sell but never got off my can to do so . either way the c10 goes, but what would you guys do ? Pick up the ss and sit on it or save that $$ and what ever I get from the c10 and through it at the gto ? I keep telling myself it would be nice just to have something I enjoy driving while the gto is being restored .
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10-15-2014, 09:36 AM
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No more new toys until you clean up your garage. The C10 is your proof. That 7K could get your GTO back on schedule. If you have something to cruise in, guess what your going to do instead of working on your car.
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10-15-2014, 09:45 AM
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One at a time, don't get distracted. Other rides will still be around when the GTO is done. Get to work, pilgrim. 
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10-15-2014, 09:49 AM
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In my experience the more toys you have the less you resources you have to finish any of them. Less money and less time.
Where does the 68 fall on the list? I had a Monte SS too for a couple years. Mine had T-tops and was a rattle trap. I still was a cool looking car and I like the tight steering and suspension. |
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10-15-2014, 09:59 AM
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Just my .02 but everything said so far is right on the money. I totally get where you are coming from, it sucks having a car torn apart and nothing to cruise in. But if you by another car, as was previously said, you will be out in it and not working on the GTO.
Also, if you're like most of us, you will start wanting to upgrade and restore things on the Monte SS, which takes even more from the GTO project. Counterpoint, it really depends on what kind of timeframe you have for the GTO. If it is a long-term project that isn't going to be done anytime soon, than maybe buying a cruiser isn't a bad idea. Ultimately, only you know what is best for you. -Dave
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10-15-2014, 10:11 AM
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Being in your boots or worse................Isay this is the best way to go!!
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10-15-2014, 10:16 AM
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^ ditto
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10-15-2014, 10:21 AM
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X5or6. You have too much on your plate already. Time to get busy and strip down your operation to high grade ore only. Finish the truck, sell it, finish the GTO, and THEN think about getting the SS. The more 'projects' the less success. Every time.
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10-15-2014, 11:56 AM
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Hard to focus on 2 projects.Get the GTO done.
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10-15-2014, 12:26 PM
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10-15-2014, 12:39 PM
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The problem with cruisers is they turn into projects too and take time and money. Even if they are in good condition they still need gas, oil changes and insurance. The three factors I look at when I buy cars is time, money and space. If I have all three then I buy the car. If I don't meet all three I walk away.
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10-15-2014, 01:33 PM
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Great advice, thanks for the responses. I usually go with my gut and I just couldn't find it on this one ! I'm gonna get off my tail and put the c10 on Craigslist for some extra coin towards the goat. Any body need a clean c 10 in the cincinnati / northern ky are !?
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10-15-2014, 01:37 PM
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Sounds like you're burnt out on the projects... Unload the projects... Buy a car that you can drive and enjoy....
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10-15-2014, 02:04 PM
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10-15-2014, 02:31 PM
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might be able to hook you up with some inexpensive storage in NKY area, if you choose to go that way.
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10-15-2014, 04:02 PM
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Can you store the SS under a portable garage?
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10-15-2014, 04:32 PM
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Follow your heart. Pontiac Crest or bowtie
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#18
10-15-2014, 04:54 PM
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Forget that gutless Chevy and buy a real car like an 86-87 Buick Turbo T or Grand National.
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Rich Johns Owner/Operator of Pure Stock Auto Restorations Inc. www.purestockauto.com 1969 GTO Judge Ram Air IV M21 4 speed 3:90 1970 GTO Judge Ram Air III M21 4 speed 3:90 Oshawa Built 1970 GSX Stage 1 M21 4 Speed 3.64 # 67 of 678 Original Paint 1970 GSX Stage 1 Auto 3.64 # 603 of 678 12.44@109.73 mph 2011 Buick GS Nats Pure Stock, 12.71@110.64 mph PSMCDR 2011 1970 GS Stage 1 Convertible Auto 3:64 12.71@109.15 mph PSMCDR 2009 1970 GS 455 M21 4 Speed 3.42 1987 GN Astro Roof |
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10-15-2014, 05:30 PM
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The gto was my dads so I'll see it through to the end even if I have to pay a shop to get it and finish it . The drivetrain is done , I'm tryin to reassemble the frame now. I lost $$ and time on the c10 , it's cool just not really into trucks. I Thought I would enjoy cruising it more. Was curious how many projects other guys had.
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10-15-2014, 06:46 PM
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I'd say pass on the SS, sell the C10 and get after the GTO.
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