[kiwiventura]

I have a friend here in new zealand who has a rusty 71 ventura

Who is best for replacement sheetmetal and used parts

or perhaps find a shell in better condition

Any leads of contacts on parts would be appreciated

He will be needing a hood and grille as well cheers

[67 HOgoat]

Try eBay and 71-72 nova parts.
There are 71-72 grills listed in various conditions on eBay.
Also on eBay there was a new manufactured hood but don’t know the quality or fit of it, usually best to use factory original. The 71-73 hoods were the same, possibly 74. From the cowl back the 71-72 nova sheet metal will work with the exception of the tail panel. Ebay has an original parts list booklet that shows the interchange of parts from 71 to 74.that would help in looking for ventura parts. There is also a 71 ventura “blue book” on eBay that has info unique to the 71. Also nova shop manuals for the 71 are excellent since the six cylinder or 307 ventura drivetrain and I believe electrical/ AC were the same as the 71 nova.