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jglover
08-07-2005, 08:59 AM
Just looking for some advice and/or opinions. I’m wanting to do a PT project and I have a 68 Chevelle that’s been sitting in “The Project Line” for nearly twenty years. I bought it in High School drove it home and tore it apart to build a Pro-Streeter. In the meantime I bought another project, and another, etc…. and so it was moved into my parents barn. I think I know where most of the parts are, but it’s going to need a total rebuild with lots of new sheet metal and total interior. The rear frame has already been hacked so I could easily change the rear suspension to a 3-link or something. But I’ve been reading about all the front suspension problems. My question is what would you do? Would you find a decent first generation Camaro, or the use the $8-10K to upgrade the free Chevelle?
Thanks, Jason
MrQuick
08-07-2005, 09:03 AM
Its up to you, its your car, but I would work with what I have...otherwise you would end up with 2 projects...i know from experience. 8-10k should get you started.
WELCOME JASON!
derekf
08-07-2005, 09:31 AM
I'd go with the Chevelle, but I may be a bit biased.
Todds69
08-07-2005, 10:02 AM
Well I would say the Camaro, and I am a little partial, BUT you have a free car do it....it doesn't get any better than FREE.
69Nova
08-07-2005, 10:30 AM
Build the Chevelle because it's free.
Andrew Petty
pushrod243
08-07-2005, 10:37 AM
I vote Chevelle! Mini tub it and update the front suspension there isnt near as many 68 chevelles as Camaros
zbugger
08-07-2005, 10:49 AM
Do the Chevelle. It's already there, and I can bear witness to Vince's .... Ummm... Issues with project after project. You already have the 'Velle in a position where you can call it a blank slate. You'll have no problem finding the resources on this site.
ProdigyCustoms
08-07-2005, 10:54 AM
Chevelle or Camaro? Chevlle or Camaro? Chevelle or Camaro? I am so confused!
CAMAROBOY69
08-07-2005, 11:10 AM
I would go with the 68 Chevelle for sure. Like mentioned above,, there are just soo many Camaros and a 68 Chevelle would be really nice to see.
Ralph LoGrasso
08-07-2005, 12:25 PM
Go with the chevelle this time around. As others have said, you already have the car, and it's free. You can start on the project as soon as time allows, where as if you buy a camaro you've got to hunt a good one down. Took me two years to find mine, which is longer than most, but it was exactly what I wanted (a 95% rust-free shell). I would do the Chevelle and if you still want a camaro, sell the chevelle when it's done, and use that money for a camaro build.
socalfandabodys
08-07-2005, 12:57 PM
dont do it I want to be the only one with a 68 chevelle. Seriously I would go with the 68 chevelle because it would cost 8-10k just to buy a decent project camaro, then you would have nothing to work with.
Roger Poirier
08-07-2005, 01:38 PM
Is this a trick question or what? Chevelle!
R.P.
I must remove my opinion from consideration because I could not decide and have both. (actually, 69 chevelle)
-Jolt
jglover
08-09-2005, 02:28 PM
Thanks for all of your input, but the plot thickens. I found a solid 69 Camaro in primer with all of the rust repaired (new quarters and front fender) with a 350/350 combo for $7500 not too far from here. Just when I thought I had everything fiqured out.
It sounds like you have already decided. The Chevelle has been sitting for 20 years, you want to do a project, yet you overlook it and find a Camaro. I prefer Camaro's but if I already had a Chevelle I would do that. However, if you won't be happy with a Chevelle, do the Camaro! There's a reason they are so popular. They're awesome!!:1st: :thankyou:
primate
08-09-2005, 05:48 PM
chevelle.... but if you look around here, theres a lot of us camaro guys...chevelle would be different, thats for sure.
i plan on building a chevelle at some point in my life. dont get me wrong i love my camaro but a chevelle is such a tough guy/bad ass car in my opinion :headbang:
69boo307
08-10-2005, 05:14 AM
A-bodies rule!! :D
Little Bob
08-10-2005, 05:55 AM
A-bodies rule!! :D
What he said. :headbang: :headbang: :headbang: :headbang: :headbang:
Chocolate Apocalypse
08-10-2005, 06:21 AM
Neither, get a Cutlass. And yes, A-bodies rock! :seizure:
formula
08-10-2005, 07:34 AM
you're not gonna be happy unless you do what you want.
Whatever you do, buy the 69 camaro. If it is rust free, with a running 350/350 combo... you can not go wrong. (even if you sell it)
-Jolt
Whatever you do, buy the 69 camaro. If it is rust free, with a running 350/350 combo... you can not go wrong. (even if you sell it)
I missed that price! Yea, get that!
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