Looking for something different
 

I've currently got a project. My S-10. When it is down for the motor swap I will need something to drive. I've been looking around, trying to find something that wil make a fun project, is a bit out of the norm, and would provide some transportation while the truck was down. I'm thinking something along the lines of a falcon or a rambler. Any suggestions?

Don't forget about comets and mavericks...61-63 tempest cutluss...

I was going to say 1st gen Camaro. Not many of those being built these days. Tri5 maybe? :lol:


If you want to go really different how about a 1965 Mercedes Benz 300 SE with viper drivetrain. I always thought it would be cool to do a retro Daimler Chrysler build, but it's not too relevant anymore.

I wonder why no one else is thinking of that! :lol:

Money is definitely an issue right now. Looking for something that can be had fairly cheap and be made relatively reliable with a ford or chevy small block, but will also have some sort of cool factor

Mid to late 60's comet is a good idea. I've always liked the over under headlight look of the fairlane

68-70 Javelin would be my choice (after the regular 1st and 2nd gen Camaros)
or maybe a Torino if a Ford would be okay.

Tonny

I am pretty open. The key here is Budget. If I can put something together for under $5K and have something fairly reliable, that still has a cool factor, doesn't necessarily have to have PT potential, then I'm in.

Just re-read your first post... I thought you were talking projects.....

What about an early Datsun? Like the B series. Kinda funky, kinda boxy, killer gas mileage and with a set of wheels they can look great. That would be something different.

Aren't they all projects? :D I've always wanted a 510. I love those little cars. I was kind of looking around and saw a couple of old wagons and think that would be pretty rockin. Its still a couple months out probably, so I've got some time.

G-body cars are going fairly cheap. Not so old school but some come with a small block chevy, overdrive, and a/c. I picked up a '79 Cutlass wagon for $300 with a rebuilt 305 Chevy, cruise, and a/c. Had a little bit of cosmetic damage to the grille area but I found a beater donor car sitting in 3ft tall weeds for $75 and I was good to go. The 305 gave way for a 406 and it runs low low 15's at sea level with 2.41 factory gears and makes a great parts chaser for my other rides. Great for a daily driver. I think g-bodies all look great with 16's or 17's and a 1-2" drop. Cheap Cheap!

I saw a local guy took a 60's Volvo wagon and put 16" fox body Mustang rims on it. Just the right stance and the rims made it look killer. Slip a small block in it and you're good to go.