[ParkerRS]

Congrats on the project, second gen's can be addicting though, I've got two.

Don't worry too much about the rust in the qaurters between the door and wheel well or behind the rear wheels. It's almost a given on these cars, full qaurters are available and fit well. The full qaurters also include the area on the sides of the rear window which is another common rust area. Most panels are available, the only areas that will be trouble or require a donor car is the panel at the bottom of the rear window. The one that the trunk hinges are welded to, not the filler panel. The other area is the toe boards which transition from the front floor pan to the firewall as these are not available as of yet. The best fitting body panels I have found are from either Goodmark or Classic industries.

Don't get discouraged by people saying it's too far gone. If you have the funds and determination it's doable. My 73 gray car had to have full floors, qaurters, tail pan, door skins, and fenders. I almost turned my back on it but I'm glad I didn't. Reproduction parts are hit and miss as far as qaulity and unlike the first gen everything is not available reproduction and you may have to search a little for good used parts.

The value on second gen cars has started to climb in the last three years as you found out so it should be a worthwhile investment. I just love these cars so it's a passion for me. Good luck with the car and keep us posted.