Original or Modify?
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2006
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From: Lynn MA
I like the idea of subtle mods, my 69 is done in that way, sidepipes, other things that can be undone later. My car will never be NCRS, but I like that it is somewhat original looking unlike my Camaro that has more braided steel line and gauges than the Space Shuttle...
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From: New Or-leens Loo-z-anna
I just thought that it would be easier for them....but you know me > 
Hmmmmmm.........a few mods wouldn't hurt that much!
Hmmmmmm.........a few mods wouldn't hurt that much!
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2011
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From: Fort Wayne, IN
Its actually not in THAT bad of shape. I think subtle mods and a refreshed interior (clean, repaint parts that are still good; replace broken, brittle pieces) would be good for it.
Some touch up paint (if not a full respray) with new decals and redo all of the weatherstripping.
If you decide to swap out radios, please don't cut up the harness.....that's one of my peeves and it'll still be intact if you ever decide to put the stock radio back in.
Also make sure the mechanicals all work as intended.
Some touch up paint (if not a full respray) with new decals and redo all of the weatherstripping.
If you decide to swap out radios, please don't cut up the harness.....that's one of my peeves and it'll still be intact if you ever decide to put the stock radio back in.
Also make sure the mechanicals all work as intended.
Melting Slicks
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From: Lynn MA
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From: Easton Pennsylvania
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Feb 2011
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From: Southern NH
The radio you have in there right now should be perfect for better tunes. I love those old Alpine radios. I have on in my '81 and with an amp and two 6x9s and a 10'' sub I can hear it over my sidepipes on the highway at only 1/4 volume.
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Instructor
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: Sioux Falls SD
Mod it if you want to drive it and go original if you want to show it. We went the mod route with our CE because we like to travel - a lot - so we modded it - a lot. Have fun - it's your car. 
Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2010
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From: Surrey British Columbia
I would modify as you desire to get the type of car you'll both really enjoy owning and driving. You own the car, you're not spending the money on it for someone else. Let's be honest here... a totally stock '82 is okay, but a modified '82 will look, feel and drive a lot better.
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7th Gear
Joined: Apr 2014
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I had a CE for about 5 years and enjoyed it very much. You can get new CE leather seats on foam as well as new door panels, carpeting, pretty much everything you need from Al Knoch Interiors. http://alknochinteriors.com/2013/
There is also someone (I can't remember his name) that restores CE steering wheels.....hopefully someone will chime in with his name.
There is also someone (I can't remember his name) that restores CE steering wheels.....hopefully someone will chime in with his name.
Guess I have to share...
Thank you for the link to find parts. That steering wheel is driving me crazy. I called my go-to interior guy only to get told to buy a new steering wheel. No, I can't just go buy a 'new' one. Like you, I hope the name of the guy who restores them gets forwarded to us so we can get it done.
Couple questions for everyone.
1- We are getting ready to start prepping the body for paint. What do you think about painting the fades instead of using decals? It would definitely get rid of any cracking, peeling, fading later. On the flip side would that take away from the originality?
2. Looking at different pictures of CEs none seem to have the same pinstriping. I have seen some with a little and some with a LOT. Anyone have a good source for what was orginal?
Thanks! Already you all have made this project better
post by DeeAnn this time, could be Jeff next time.
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7th Gear
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I like Alpine as well, unfortunately it is not working that well. We are discussing finding an original radio and setting up a remote one to use, or putting in a new one that doesn't require any type of cutting.
Racer
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: West Hills CA
Keep in mind this is just my opinion. While I think the CE is a gorgeous car, I highly doubt from a value standpoint people will care that much about the cross-fire engine or any other running gear part for that matter on the car. Just save all the old parts provided I am wrong 