[kingbuzzo]

For me it was going to cost too much to restore my old bondo basket case so I spent my $ on a better car. Re-body is also an option to skip bodywork hell.

I seen lots of guys going the Tremec route for a 5 speed with good results.

Detroit Speed may be another option for your ride.

Lots of bluetooth radio options available that look stock. If there is already a hole cut in the dash you could get a single din unit or double din floater type - that's what I did.