In for new paint
Aug 7, 2010 | 11:33 AM
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In for new paint
In for new paint. Going with Torch Red!
Can't wait to get it back home.
Aug 7, 2010 | 12:09 PM
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Looking forward to the after pics. How much is that going to set you back?
Aug 7, 2010 | 12:20 PM
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Actually I have become friendly with the owner. It was going to be $3800.00 plus supplies but I got it for a bit less.
Aug 7, 2010 | 01:07 PM
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That's a good deal
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Aug 23, 2010 | 11:17 AM
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Went and saw the car this morning. Jambs done Friday and being painted tonight. I get to hang there and take pictures while he paints.
Aug 23, 2010 | 11:55 AM
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Cool, did you do the prep yourself? I'll be doing the paint on my '81 before too long (hopefully).
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Aug 23, 2010 | 12:04 PM
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That is not bad at all!! cannot wait to see the car finished.
Aug 23, 2010 | 01:42 PM
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I Started to do the prep. (Sanded nose & removed decals). The balance was done at the shop. I did spend a little time there doing a few things. I will get some pictures tonight and post them tomorrow.
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Aug 23, 2010 | 06:19 PM
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St. Jude Donor '10
Aug 24, 2010 | 06:44 AM
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Aug 24, 2010 | 12:29 PM
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i always wondered what torch red would look like on a 80-82.
i looks KILLER!!!!
i can't wait to see it back together and outside. congrats!!!!!
Aug 24, 2010 | 01:58 PM
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Man, less than $3800.......I'm moving up by you, that's a great price. I just paid a boatload more than that for mine.
Aug 24, 2010 | 10:21 PM
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Looks great, and in my fav colour!
Aug 25, 2010 | 06:23 PM
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Nice! Looking forward to the after pics
Aug 25, 2010 | 07:01 PM
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I love red and that is
RED
Aug 25, 2010 | 10:30 PM
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Going by to see it tomorrow. I will try to get an updated picture.
Aug 25, 2010 | 10:41 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by
TopGunn
Man, less than $3800.......I'm moving up by you, that's a great price. I just paid a boatload more than that for mine.
Who painted your car?Did it come out good?Thanx I live in Enfield.
Aug 25, 2010 | 11:26 PM
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that sure is looking nice.
Aug 26, 2010 | 05:26 PM
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Going back together.
Aug 26, 2010 | 05:43 PM
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Looks great. I bet you can't wait to get it on the road.
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