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Originally Posted by DBasher
Hard to beat the aftermarket support of the Fox platform...as long as you like the looks of the Fairmont. I like the idea of an American M5 also, though I'd go the other way and transplant a LS and 6 speed into a nice 5 series.
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The Fairmont was ugly, the LTD looked cool I think. I've thought of dropping an LS into a E34 5-series, but there are a few issues. The first is I think the swap will be more expensive. A 302 bolts into a Fox, the 5-speed is a matter of swapping out Mustang parts, etc. Next, suspension stuff for the E34 is expensive, and only urethane is available, not Delrin. The there is the issue of the BMW HVAC system. I'm probably just trying to talk myself out of it, but... Besides, an E34 needs that silky smooth DOHC six, not some American V-8.
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Originally Posted by DBasher
Martin Pond has a very well built 2 door and wagon that can be drivin daily and tracked all weekend. He's completely lost his mind and is now building a Ford Durango...yes it exists, look it up.
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I'll have to look into his build. And yes, I know what a Ford Durango is. LOL It's Ausie for a ute based on the Fairmont/LTD wagon.
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Originally Posted by DBasher
For the amount of money and time you'll have invested, have you looked at mid 60's Falcon or Fairlane wagons? A lot of what you're planning can be done to the earlier cars and.....not look like a fairmont.  |
I can get an LTD (rust free) for around $1,000-$2,000. I cannot imagine a nice Falcon or Fairlane going for that. Further, the LTD will come with A/C, rear window defrost, and probably tilt, and power windows and locks. Also, the IRS will bolt into an LTD. Oh, and finally, it won't look like a Fairmont! LOL! The squared off Fairmont is... well... I think "dowdy" describes it well. The redesigned "Fairmont" became the LTD, and I think it works well.