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Originally Posted by Tzclark
I guess this question is more so for someone who has bought somebody else's project and completed it themselves. Was the initial cost saving worth it or was the head ache of figuring out what's is missing not worth it? I do realize that buying someone's completed car is cheaper in the long run but that's no fun.
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Tz,
First I would like to comment on your decision to do a Mopar. Please realize at best you are looking at 3 times the cost for parts. (if you can find all of the parts)
Every little part you might find available for a C/10, Camaro, Mustang will not be available.
As far as your question regarding someone who has "bought somebody else's project" I can offer the following:
1. Every single classic car or truck is and was "someone else's project". The level of care, maintenance and cost just differ based on the current owner's perception.
2. I am now completing what some people might have considered a finished truck. I had to pull the motor, transmission, all of the wiring, interior, bed, fuel tank, front body panels to make corrections. I feel like I am coming out ahead having purchased this particular truck. Someone else on this board might have a different perception of this particular truck and might have passed on the purchase. My decision was cost driven.
3. I don't know your skill set regarding a build. I know what I can do and what I refuse to do anymore. (bodywork sucks and I hate it) So really only you can decide if a completed project, semi-completed project or a total resto is for you.