Just finished 62 Restomod Photo shoot pics
08-27-2015, 10:01 PM
#61
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I have a lot number for Barrett Jackson Vegas. Saturday sept 26th. Lot #742. Got a great spot Saturday afternoon around 5 Vegas time. Won't be locked in until Monday so it's available until then
08-29-2015, 02:03 PM
#62
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Shifter and Rear View Mirror
Great work all around! Could you please let us know the supplier of the rear view mirror and shifter?
08-29-2015, 03:22 PM
#63
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Shifter
The shifter is a Lokar with their LED shift indicator. The mirror I found at summit. If you get on their web site and search rear view mirror a bunch will come up. I just looked till I found one I liked.
09-04-2015, 09:14 AM
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Bruce,
Your car is beautiful! how did you do the hood catches? I love how clean it looks! And are those gas struts I see?
Mark
Your car is beautiful! how did you do the hood catches? I love how clean it looks! And are those gas struts I see?
Mark
Last edited by snozberry; 09-04-2015 at 09:25 AM. Reason: Drooling over engine photo again and saw gas struts
09-05-2015, 09:31 PM
#65
Racer
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Hood latches
Those are gas charged struts. I incorporated the attaching brackets into the hood for a cleaner look. Took a little figuring to get the poundage right on the struts
09-10-2015, 03:16 PM
#66
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On its way to Barrett Jackson.
09-10-2015, 11:21 PM
#68
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We'll see what happens. Other than Scottsdale I can't think of an auction that it would do better at. If 62 Does well in Vegas the 54 may end up at Scottsdale. Gonna hit 54 hard starting Monday.
10-08-2015, 10:34 PM
#69
Melting Slicks
Thank you for all the positive responses. I put a lot of thought into this build. These cars look great to begin with. I wanted to build something that was comfortable with subtle improvements and no body modifications I'm looking forward to my next one which is at interior shop now. Keep the comments coming Thanks again!!
Your car knocked it out of the park!
I will refer to your post often.
10-08-2015, 10:48 PM
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Thanks. I'm putting together my build list for the next one. As soon as I'm done with the 54 I'm going to build a 58. Racking my brain on color combo. Already have some features in mind that I didn't do on 62. Like heated seats, back up camera, keyless start. Still no body mods though. I like them stock appearing with exception of wheels. Then once you really look at it you notice the updates. Gonna be hard to top that 62 but I don't want to do cookie cutter cars. Each one needs its own personality.
02-21-2017, 03:24 PM
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I didn't meet the buyer. My buddy did. He owns a gas and oil co in Texas. Said he would probably keep car at his vacation home in Vegas. I'll be starting a 58 vette Restomod build soon. Took a vette break and am building a 70 Chevelle convertible LS powered Restomod.
02-23-2017, 09:40 AM
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Upper side of fantastic. While I appreciate the stock 63 coupes ( especially red / red ) and the original C-1 fuel cars ........... the 61 -62 series is the restomod perfection category.
I have often wondered, when selling at an auction how many buyers can actually appreciate the complete build process with the planning, hours of labor, and the one of touches that make them shine ?
It's a shame the normal blue collar owner living on a budget will never experience the " drive for a day " experience. The short period rental of a solid axle with an LS & suspension mods certainly would lead many owners to contemplate the conversion cost. Italian leather, twenty inch tires, and molded panels add to the total picture, but not one hundred percent necessary. Many of us old gear heads are in it for the loud exhaust, raw power, and the era exterior design. Pie plate street slicks and black steel rims would be my choice. A throw back from days gone by. The C-7 pretty much covers the computer screens, molded leather, and Cadillac luxury design features.
I have often wondered, when selling at an auction how many buyers can actually appreciate the complete build process with the planning, hours of labor, and the one of touches that make them shine ?
It's a shame the normal blue collar owner living on a budget will never experience the " drive for a day " experience. The short period rental of a solid axle with an LS & suspension mods certainly would lead many owners to contemplate the conversion cost. Italian leather, twenty inch tires, and molded panels add to the total picture, but not one hundred percent necessary. Many of us old gear heads are in it for the loud exhaust, raw power, and the era exterior design. Pie plate street slicks and black steel rims would be my choice. A throw back from days gone by. The C-7 pretty much covers the computer screens, molded leather, and Cadillac luxury design features.
02-23-2017, 09:58 AM
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I didn't meet the buyer. My buddy did. He owns a gas and oil co in Texas. Said he would probably keep car at his vacation home in Vegas. I'll be starting a 58 vette Restomod build soon. Took a vette break and am building a 70 Chevelle convertible LS powered Restomod.
I'm sure the Chevelle will turn out incredible as well.
Pat
01-21-2018, 11:10 AM
#79
Upper side of fantastic. While I appreciate the stock 63 coupes ( especially red / red ) and the original C-1 fuel cars ........... the 61 -62 series is the restomod perfection category.
I have often wondered, when selling at an auction how many buyers can actually appreciate the complete build process with the planning, hours of labor, and the one of touches that make them shine ?
It's a shame the normal blue collar owner living on a budget will never experience the " drive for a day " experience. The short period rental of a solid axle with an LS & suspension mods certainly would lead many owners to contemplate the conversion cost. Italian leather, twenty inch tires, and molded panels add to the total picture, but not one hundred percent necessary. Many of us old gear heads are in it for the loud exhaust, raw power, and the era exterior design. Pie plate street slicks and black steel rims would be my choice. A throw back from days gone by. The C-7 pretty much covers the computer screens, molded leather, and Cadillac luxury design features.
I have often wondered, when selling at an auction how many buyers can actually appreciate the complete build process with the planning, hours of labor, and the one of touches that make them shine ?
It's a shame the normal blue collar owner living on a budget will never experience the " drive for a day " experience. The short period rental of a solid axle with an LS & suspension mods certainly would lead many owners to contemplate the conversion cost. Italian leather, twenty inch tires, and molded panels add to the total picture, but not one hundred percent necessary. Many of us old gear heads are in it for the loud exhaust, raw power, and the era exterior design. Pie plate street slicks and black steel rims would be my choice. A throw back from days gone by. The C-7 pretty much covers the computer screens, molded leather, and Cadillac luxury design features.
01-21-2018, 01:13 PM
#80
Racer
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Depends on acquisition cost of car and how nice you build it. If no corners are cut at least 110-120 out of pocket no labor. Start getting adventurous with exotic parts 150 is not unreasonable.
Just because you throw that kind of money at it doesn't mean it will bring 200 or better. That's where builder talent makes the difference.
Just because you throw that kind of money at it doesn't mean it will bring 200 or better. That's where builder talent makes the difference.