Should I Buy A 3rd Gen Camaro Project Car?
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Should I Buy A 3rd Gen Camaro Project Car?
Should I Buy A 3rd Gen Camaro Project Car?
Hello All,
I was looking online for some project car ideas on Craigslist when I came across a 1986 Camaro Z28. I got to looking on the listing, and it was posted to sell for $600. The person who posted it said that it needs tires replaced because only two hold air (I would have changed them anyways), and a new fuel pump, and apparently it would run after that. I would also plan on replacing the rims, seats, steering wheel, and getting a new paint job. I was emailing the guy and he said that it has a replaced dash in it with no cracks or anything. I am only 15 years old, so I don't have my license yet but I am really interested in buying something under $1000 to fix up, but I didn't want to buy something without a transmission or an engine and such because I don't have the smarts yet because I have never done anything like this before. Anyways, what I am asking is, should I buy a 3rd generation Camaro project car for my first car? And if so, include some information regarding how much all of that would cost too if possible.
Thanks a lot,
Brendon
I was looking online for some project car ideas on Craigslist when I came across a 1986 Camaro Z28. I got to looking on the listing, and it was posted to sell for $600. The person who posted it said that it needs tires replaced because only two hold air (I would have changed them anyways), and a new fuel pump, and apparently it would run after that. I would also plan on replacing the rims, seats, steering wheel, and getting a new paint job. I was emailing the guy and he said that it has a replaced dash in it with no cracks or anything. I am only 15 years old, so I don't have my license yet but I am really interested in buying something under $1000 to fix up, but I didn't want to buy something without a transmission or an engine and such because I don't have the smarts yet because I have never done anything like this before. Anyways, what I am asking is, should I buy a 3rd generation Camaro project car for my first car? And if so, include some information regarding how much all of that would cost too if possible.
Thanks a lot,
Brendon
Last edited by Brendon; 07-29-2011 at 07:52 PM.
#2
Should I Buy A 3rd Gen Camaro Project Car?
Hello All,
I was looking online for some project car ideas on Craigslist when I came across a 1986 Camaro Z28. I got to looking on the listing, and it was posted to sell for $600. The person who posted it said that it needs tires replaced because only two hold air (I would have changed them anyways), and a new fuel pump, and apparently it would run after that. I would also plan on replacing the rims, seats, steering wheel, and getting a new paint job. I was emailing the guy and he said that it has a replaced dash in it with no cracks or anything. I am only 15 years old, so I don't have my license yet but I am really interested in buying something under $1000 to fix up, but I didn't want to buy something without a transmission or an engine and such because I don't have the smarts yet because I have never done anything like this before. Anyways, what I am asking is, should I buy a 3rd generation Camaro project car for my first car? And if so, include some information regarding how much all of that would cost too if possible.
Thanks a lot,
Brendon
I was looking online for some project car ideas on Craigslist when I came across a 1986 Camaro Z28. I got to looking on the listing, and it was posted to sell for $600. The person who posted it said that it needs tires replaced because only two hold air (I would have changed them anyways), and a new fuel pump, and apparently it would run after that. I would also plan on replacing the rims, seats, steering wheel, and getting a new paint job. I was emailing the guy and he said that it has a replaced dash in it with no cracks or anything. I am only 15 years old, so I don't have my license yet but I am really interested in buying something under $1000 to fix up, but I didn't want to buy something without a transmission or an engine and such because I don't have the smarts yet because I have never done anything like this before. Anyways, what I am asking is, should I buy a 3rd generation Camaro project car for my first car? And if so, include some information regarding how much all of that would cost too if possible.
Thanks a lot,
Brendon
You are looking at a 26 year old vehicle which has been exposed to road chemicals. I would not even want to guess what the underneath looks like. Can you say rust bucket
There is a reason the person is asking $600 just like the reason that I got my 89 RS project vehicle for $500. But, here's the rub. Mine is a Florida car and has been all its life, thus no rust. It had 4 brand new tires, new brakes and all of the pieces were there. The tires alone were worth the $500 price. Go to project vehicles and look at my 89 RS restoration thread. Now understand that the 89 was a project vehicle, not my daily driver.
It's great if you want to learn about cars and I still remember buying my first car when I was 15 and worked on it for over a year and when I got my license, it was ready.
Unless you have someone to help you and they have tools and experience, it can be very frustrating and EXPENSIVE.
I bought a 95 Z28 for my son and he helped me work on it. He didn't know it was his until momma spilled the beans but, I was there with him every step of the way showing him tips, how to think a few steps ahead etc. I also was the one who bought everything for it to make it ready. He never would have been able to afford it.
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Do they put chemicals on the road in the winter in Ohio? Your folks would know so ask them.
You are looking at a 26 year old vehicle which has been exposed to road chemicals. I would not even want to guess what the underneath looks like. Can you say rust bucket
There is a reason the person is asking $600 just like the reason that I got my 89 RS project vehicle for $500. But, here's the rub. Mine is a Florida car and has been all its life, thus no rust. It had 4 brand new tires, new brakes and all of the pieces were there. The tires alone were worth the $500 price. Go to project vehicles and look at my 89 RS restoration thread. Now understand that the 89 was a project vehicle, not my daily driver.
It's great if you want to learn about cars and I still remember buying my first car when I was 15 and worked on it for over a year and when I got my license, it was ready.
Unless you have someone to help you and they have tools and experience, it can be very frustrating and EXPENSIVE.
I bought a 95 Z28 for my son and he helped me work on it. He didn't know it was his until momma spilled the beans but, I was there with him every step of the way showing him tips, how to think a few steps ahead etc. I also was the one who bought everything for it to make it ready. He never would have been able to afford it.
You are looking at a 26 year old vehicle which has been exposed to road chemicals. I would not even want to guess what the underneath looks like. Can you say rust bucket
There is a reason the person is asking $600 just like the reason that I got my 89 RS project vehicle for $500. But, here's the rub. Mine is a Florida car and has been all its life, thus no rust. It had 4 brand new tires, new brakes and all of the pieces were there. The tires alone were worth the $500 price. Go to project vehicles and look at my 89 RS restoration thread. Now understand that the 89 was a project vehicle, not my daily driver.
It's great if you want to learn about cars and I still remember buying my first car when I was 15 and worked on it for over a year and when I got my license, it was ready.
Unless you have someone to help you and they have tools and experience, it can be very frustrating and EXPENSIVE.
I bought a 95 Z28 for my son and he helped me work on it. He didn't know it was his until momma spilled the beans but, I was there with him every step of the way showing him tips, how to think a few steps ahead etc. I also was the one who bought everything for it to make it ready. He never would have been able to afford it.
#4
I'd steer awy from it if I were you, get a job as a busboy so you can earn tips as well and save your money
#5
That is NOT a project car, but a Money Pit. A project car is one that is running and with a body in good shape and still having all the majoe parts. The description of the one in the orignal post should be in a junkyard.
#6
That's what my dad was telling me; that'd it become a money pit.
#7
listen to your dad, he knows what he's talking about and his words are based on love for you, not trying to squash your "dream car"
#8
I'd look at it as a possible parts car, and nothing else. There are a lot of decent third gens out there looking for a good home that are reasonably priced.
And don't worry about the bus boy thing, I used to be one myself, and made decent dough. Lots of pretty waitresses to have fun with.
And don't worry about the bus boy thing, I used to be one myself, and made decent dough. Lots of pretty waitresses to have fun with.
#9
I'd look at it as a possible parts car, and nothing else. There are a lot of decent third gens out there looking for a good home that are reasonably priced.
And don't worry about the bus boy thing, I used to be one myself, and made decent dough. Lots of pretty waitresses to have fun with.
And don't worry about the bus boy thing, I used to be one myself, and made decent dough. Lots of pretty waitresses to have fun with.