This thread came up back when I was stil new to the bolt. It made me ponder what I was getting into. As Tim said at the time it isn't an investment in the finacial sense, but it is an investment if you consider the enjoyment as a return.
I'm close to completing a total restoration of my panel and like Tim you don't want to know the total, but here are approx numbers on some of the bigger items Total reciepts for parts to date is pretty close to $25 K.
Original engine rebuild with upgrades and blueprinting. $6,500
SM420 Trans and driveshaft rebuild and new clutch. $1300
2 complete orignal seats and reupholstery $2,000
Total brake rebuild w/new wheel,axle brgs and seals. $1200
5 Custom made 19.5 inch wheels w/radial tires. $4,000
New springs and hardware all around. $1200
Custom built mandrel bent 400 series sst exhaust system. $750
Like Alvin, this doesn't include general labor, body work and paint. But I have burned through a big pile of parts and pieces. I've had to have a couple custom made because I couldn't buy them. I could have bought a fancy new car of my choosing for what I've spent on my panel.
But then one thing is for sure when you do what you do, you are going to stand out with a panel.
Last edited by The Ned; 03/09/2011 8:06 PM.
