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72BlckButy · 12-01-2009, 09:38 AM

If money might be a concern for your future project consider this... with the economy the way it is, finished projects are popping up everyday at great prices. You can locate a vehicle that is primarily complete (paint/body work/interior/etc) and then put your finishing touch on it. Not that this would happen to you, but I've seen a ton of posts and CL ads where people have started projects and lost interest or funding to complete the project.

Sticker shock can be a big one but if you were to price a complete rebuild with a reputable builder, and even when locating a complete truck, but it depends on how much labor you can put into the project vs. a paid builder.

12-01-2009, 09:38 AM	#5
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Cost of restoration If money might be a concern for your future project consider this... with the economy the way it is, finished projects are popping up everyday at great prices. You can locate a vehicle that is primarily complete (paint/body work/interior/etc) and then put your finishing touch on it. Not that this would happen to you, but I've seen a ton of posts and CL ads where people have started projects and lost interest or funding to complete the project. Sticker shock can be a big one but if you were to price a complete rebuild with a reputable builder, and even when locating a complete truck, but it depends on how much labor you can put into the project vs. a paid builder. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)