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You don't find stuff like this in FL. Both of these cars would be around $5000 to say the least.

This same cost/supply/demand debate could be applied to anything, really... Real Estate for instance...

Depends on what part. I sold a 72' camaro complete car, for $2K a few months back. You can find them, you just have to turn over lots of stones...

I really do appreciate all the info and advice, I really do. If anyone knows of any of these cars for sale that are in my budget ($1000 to $2000) please shot them my way. I am looking through that search site that someone put a link to (Thank you very much). I have put out the feelers here in my neck of the woods. I'm really pissed at my ex-gf that was gonna sell me her 72 Camaro for $900 that was all there just needed to be restored. I guess that is why I am disgusted. I found a good deal and lost it due to whatever her problem is, thats why she is am ex, and I am trying to find another. I would even entertain a 70-73 Firebird too. You guys here are really good bunch of people and I'm sorry if I went off on a rant. It just seems that this hobby is getting out of reach for and average working stiff like me. Oh I AM THANKFUL to be working believe me. Again, thank you for all your info and advice.....Mayo

As these guys have shown, deals are out there. Right now there is a solid 73 BBC RS Camaro in my garage that my friend bought for $3500. You might have to look harder than you are now. Plus what Mr. Rupp said about wants vs. wallet. A nice 70 Camaro is much more than an equal condition 75-81 car.

Also, I don’t know if you are looking to restore or modify (given you are here I assume the latter), but you may find it a lot cheaper to buy a solid 'done' car for $8000 than a total project car for $1000. I see very nice driver stuff, paint done, metal solid, all the time in the 5000-10000 range. Modify to your liking and you are good to go. Plus then you can go in stages, especially if paint is in driver or better condition.

Where are you? Update your location, you never know when someone else might see something and remember you. Happens all the time. Sometimes it is who you know….

http://dallas.craigslist.org/sdf/cto/1087711883.html

heres one

Mayo,

$1000 - $2000 budget for an early 70's camaro? That's a bit unrealistic.

If you find a car in that price range, chances are it will be rusted completely through costing you twice as much to fix up.
You can't expect to build a PT project without having a realistic budget.
It's not about being rich, it's about having a plan and budget within your means.



Good luck with the project,

Rich

I have to agree....you are looking for a solid car for less than they were new. The economy is in the toilet but inflation still exists. At least your not buying a 1st gen. Prices still seem very reasonable on 2nd gens to me.

Don't forget about 78-87 A/G body. Still dirt cheap and can be made in to sweet cars.