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G&N Farms · 04-27-2017, 09:01 PM

I tried to buy a basket case a few years ago. It was a 36 Ford that was taken apart to be painted and sat for 20 years. The owner was 65/70 years old and not in too good of shape. He wanted 80 grand because he saw one on TV go for that much. I think a lot think they have gold and the car sits because of no talent, money or place to rebuild one.

To me, I'm an ex-auto mechanic who loves the work. After repairing High-Tech Luxury imports, I really like/enjoy the working on low tech cars. I just bought a 69 disassembled ex-drag car that needs a total resurrection. I can't wait.

I think people buy basket cases because of the cost and then find out it's cheaper to buy a running car. To me the hobby IS the build.

good topic.

04-27-2017, 09:01 PM	#16
G&N Farms Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: At home in my shop working on cars. Posts: 101	Re: Over-whelmed project... I tried to buy a basket case a few years ago. It was a 36 Ford that was taken apart to be painted and sat for 20 years. The owner was 65/70 years old and not in too good of shape. He wanted 80 grand because he saw one on TV go for that much. I think a lot think they have gold and the car sits because of no talent, money or place to rebuild one. To me, I'm an ex-auto mechanic who loves the work. After repairing High-Tech Luxury imports, I really like/enjoy the working on low tech cars. I just bought a 69 disassembled ex-drag car that needs a total resurrection. I can't wait. I think people buy basket cases because of the cost and then find out it's cheaper to buy a running car. To me the hobby IS the build. good topic.