What do you think about this Car/Build?

[Michael_]

The Chevelle Auction ended today without one single bid which surprised me.
Is there a catch or does really nobody want that car?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1972-Chevro...-/153748382054

I contacted the seller and asked what he wants for it.
The OBO Price he responded seems pretty fair to me so i really think about if i should maybe buy it.
I would still have a lot of budget for improvements left.

As far as i see i would have to:
- Add Gear Vendors Overdrive
- Change Stall/Torque Converter
- Change Gear Ratio
- Upgrade Water and Oil Cooling
- Change Wheels and Tires
- Add AC (well thats not needed of course but i would want it)

To daily drive and drive 120mph for longer periods of time.
But that should be it, right?

Of course thats still some work but i guess nothing compared to upgrade a Factory Equipped car?
Other than that the only downside seems to be that it is no 69 charger.
But Chevelles also look cool and this one i think is as nice as a 71-72 chevelle gets.

Really difficult decision.
But maybe someone has something to say that makes it easier for me?

Edit:

I just looked at the chevelle description and recipts pictures again.
It looks like the mentioned Global West "Suspension" Upgrades cost just 1500$ and aren't very extensive.
Also it seems that only the front brakes have been upgraded to disks.

Well its still an interesting car because of the phenomenal condition and the zz572 Engine.
But as much as i like the pros of the car i think i should pass anyway.
Because there are a lot of cons (work and money needed to suit MY needs) too.
I think its better for someone who wants the car exactly the way it is.
And finally its not a Charger too.

@mikedc:
Thanks again for your detailed answer.
Well i think you would have to upgrade the cooling anyway, also for "just" 120mph.
But its good to know about those overheating problems in normal traffic.
At the end i cant afford a daytona anyway. But i dont know if i would buy one
(if i had the money) at todays prices. Im not sure if a fancy charger is really worth that much.
The Racing Version is of course another Story.